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Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary kids bathroom in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, white tile, white walls, a drop-in sink, concrete benchtops, grey benchtops, a corner shower, porcelain tile, porcelain floors, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

Island house

Aline Architecture inc.

Aline Architecture / Photographer: Dan Cutrona
Beach style bathroom in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white walls and concrete benchtops.

Modern Victorian

GRO Architects

Fabian Birgfeld PHOTOtectonics
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, blue tile, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, concrete benchtops, a corner shower, mosaic tile, white walls, grey floor and an open shower.

Barn House Project

Mayne Construction, LLC

KPN Photo We were called in to remodel this barn house for a new home owner with a keen eye for design. We had the sink made by a concrete contractor We had the base for the sink and the mirror frame made from some reclaimed wood that was in a wood pile. We installed bead board for the wainscoting.

Santa Monica Ultra Modern

Hamilton Architects

Photo of an expansive contemporary master wet room bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, white walls, ceramic floors, a wall-mount sink, concrete benchtops, white floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Heber City, Ut Lot 417

Habitations Residential Design Group

This is an example of a country bathroom in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, an integrated sink, concrete benchtops and grey benchtops.

Semi-Industrial Chic

Ultimate Kitchens & Bathrooms

The ensuite is a luxurious space offering all the desired facilities. The warm theme of all rooms echoes in the materials used. The vanity was created from Recycled Messmate with a horizontal grain, complemented by the polished concrete bench top. The walk in double shower creates a real impact, with its black framed glass which again echoes with the framing in the mirrors and shelving.

San Francisco baths

Knocknock

Detail of custom sink and drawers. Photo by Olga Soboleva
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, black tile, ceramic tile, white walls, cement tiles, a wall-mount sink, concrete benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

apaiser Lunar Bath

apaiser

Deep and sumptuous, the Lunar Bath is the ultimate in bathing pleasure. The juxtaposition of the round design, against the conventional square walls of the bathroom, creates a dynamic contrast. Popular in luxury resorts, this marble bath is ideally suited to a dual bathing total immersion experience. Available in 1530mm and 1740mm including various external finish options. Architects: TOEBELMANN CONSTRUCTIONS PTY LTD

Frosted Glass Pocket Doors

Jeff King & Company

Treetop master bathroom remodel. Architect: building Lab / Photography: Scott Hargis
Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in San Francisco with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, gray tile, ceramic tile, white walls and medium hardwood floors.

The Sanctuary

Glenn Layton Homes

Glenn Layton Homes, LLC, "Building Your Coastal Lifestyle"
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Jacksonville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, concrete benchtops, white walls, concrete floors and an undermount sink.

Modern Solana Beach

Streamline Development

Design ideas for an expansive modern master bathroom in San Diego with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls, an alcove shower, porcelain floors, concrete benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door and grey benchtops.

Contemporary Bathroom

Contemporary bathroom in Cincinnati with white walls, an integrated sink, concrete benchtops and grey benchtops.

Family Bathroom N7

London Bathroom Installations

Design ideas for a large contemporary kids bathroom in London with open cabinets, orange cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, orange tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a console sink, concrete benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, orange benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and recessed.

The Sanctuary

Glenn Layton Homes

Glenn Layton Homes, LLC, "Building Your Coastal Lifestyle"
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Jacksonville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, white walls, concrete floors, an undermount sink, concrete benchtops, a corner shower, gray tile and porcelain tile.

Miami Beach Condominium

Woolems Luxury Builders

Master Bathroom
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Miami with open cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, an open shower, an open shower, white walls, a wall-mount sink, concrete benchtops and grey benchtops.

Manana Lakehouse

Stuart Sampley Architect

Contemporary bathroom in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, blue tile, white walls, light hardwood floors, an integrated sink, concrete benchtops, beige floor and grey benchtops.

Sugarloaf Alley

Brad Ramsey Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in Nashville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, travertine, white walls, an undermount sink, concrete benchtops, a hinged shower door, travertine floors and beige floor.

our house

Stan

Large industrial master bathroom in Other with a freestanding tub, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, black tile, porcelain tile, white walls, bamboo floors, a trough sink and concrete benchtops.

Philadelphia - Rittenhouse Rittenhouse Square

Cottage Industries, Inc

This Zen-like contemporary master bathroom is unique in many ways. From the large free-standing Roman tub within the oversized shower stall to the floating wall-hung extra wide custom vanity cabinet with custom polished concrete trough sink and teak inserts this bathroom is a stand-out. There is glass everywhere from the frosted tempered glass backsplash to the miniature subway glass wall tiles lining the large L-shaped niche area set within the shower to the frosted transom light set into the wall above the entrance (not shown). The floor of the bathroom and walls of the shower area are large 2' x 2' grey textured ceramic tiles with the appearance of concrete. Photography by Max Sall

Bathroom Design Ideas with White Walls and Concrete Benchtops

If you’re looking for bathroom ideas, look no further than Houzz. Our image gallery brings you a large range of photos with inspiration for your viewing pleasure, and not only that - you can also save your ideas in ideabooks and find the professional that has done the job. When planning your bathroom design or update, start by collecting images of designs you like and take it from there. Whether you are designing your bathroom from scratch, redesigning, updating or simply decorating, you’ll be sure to find ideas for every possible scenario. And once you're ready, you can find the architect and/or builder to get the job done. But let’s start with the bathroom design basics.

How to Plan Your Bathroom Design

A good bathroom design brings together beauty and functionality. It reflects your personality in its style, colours, fittings and fixtures, but serves your needs to a tee both when you’re getting ready for work in the morning and when you want to wind down in your bathtub after a long day.

1 Collect Bathroom Ideas to Decide on Your Layout

Firstly, consider your space. Is it rectangular or are you working with a long, narrow room? This will determine how many wet walls you can accommodate, and if a bathtub can fit. For example, in a narrow room a freestanding bathtub may not work, and a one-wall layout that lines up shower, toilet and vanity on the same wall will make sense in most cases. (It’s also the most budget-friendly option in terms of plumbing). Maybe separate rooms for toilet and shower make sense? Maybe you want to work with a window above a bathtub or in the shower. You may live in an old house where you can keep some of the original character of the home, or you may be working with a small apartment space. All these considerations are vital in deciding on which layout will work best for you. Have a look at some popular ideas to get started.

2 Consider How You Use Your Bathroom

Once you’ve gathered some inspiration, have a think about who is using the room, and how they will be using it. A single guy needs a lot less storage than a teenage girl, and a family bathroom may need to consider elderly family members. Making your bathroom wheelchair accessible could save you thousands down the line. You may also want to accommodate a washer and dryer in the bathroom, since it’s where clothes are taken off frequently. Also consider safety and cleaning. Ensure no-one will slip and hurt themselves, and consider that many little tiles will make for many little nooks for grime to accumulate, whereas big surfaces like a sink that is integrated with the vanity counter, or a big mirror will make wiping down the surface much easier than having sinks sitting on top or an intricately designed mirror.

3 Your Style Determines The Colours and Fixtures You Choose

When looking at bathroom photos on Houzz, you’ll probably lean towards a certain style pretty soon. Are you into rustic charm, modern beach house style or a mix of styles? This will determine if you opt for whites, greys and blues or if you go for dark cabinets, black floor tiles or bronze fixtures. Specifically, you want to consider:

Tiling

Are you going to tile floors and walls? There’s so many possibilities, from your choice of tile to how they are laid. If you’re budget conscious, you may want to consider a wallpaper or paint for certain areas. A simple grey tile can make room for other elements to shine, while mosaics or a subway tile can make a great feature wall.

Lighting

Lighting doesn’t only look pretty, but can impact your bathroom experience significantly. The mirror is a special area you want to light well, so that you don’t miss any hair when shaving or can apply that perfect line to your eye.

Furniture & Fixtures

Pay attention to how colours of cabinets and floor can impact a room. You may want to consider a wooden floor for something different and pair it with simple white vanity and cabinets, or you may want to go for the steampunk look with bronze tubes and black walls. Consider what type of shower, bathtub (if any), toilet, sink and vanity you want. Maybe you have space for a generous spa with walk-in shower, or maybe you want a freestanding bath to be the feature of the room.