Hood House is a playful protector that respects the heritage character of Carlton North whilst celebrating purposeful change. It is a luxurious yet compact and hyper-functional home defined by an exploration of contrast: it is ornamental and restrained, subdued and lively, stately and casual, compartmental and open. For us, it is also a project with an unusual history. This dual-natured renovation evolved through the ownership of two separate clients. Originally intended to accommodate the needs of a young family of four, we shifted gears at the eleventh hour and adapted a thoroughly resolved design solution to the needs of only two. From a young, nuclear family to a blended adult one, our design solution was put to a test of flexibility. The result is a subtle renovation almost invisible from the street yet dramatic in its expressive qualities. An oblique view from the northwest reveals the playful zigzag of the new roof, the rippling metal hood. This is a form-making exercise that connects old to new as well as establishing spatial drama in what might otherwise have been utilitarian rooms upstairs. A simple palette of Australian hardwood timbers and white surfaces are complimented by tactile splashes of brass and rich moments of colour that reveal themselves from behind closed doors. Our internal joke is that Hood House is like Lazarus, risen from the ashes. We’re grateful that almost six years of hard work have culminated in this beautiful, protective and playful house, and so pleased that Glenda and Alistair get to call it home.

Sticks and Stones

Post 31 Interiors

Mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Denver with distressed cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, an integrated sink, brown floor, copper benchtops and shaker cabinets.

Breckenridge Discovery Hilltop Custom Home

Apex Mountain Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized country bathroom in Denver with louvered cabinets, distressed cabinets, a drop-in tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, brown tile, limestone, beige walls, limestone floors, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, copper benchtops and orange benchtops.

Modern Moroccan Bathroom

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

Small mediterranean 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with a vessel sink, furniture-like cabinets, grey cabinets, zinc benchtops, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, white walls and ceramic floors.

Bridger Residence

Studio Architects

Robert Hawkins, Be A Deer
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Other with a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, zinc benchtops, white walls, mosaic tile floors, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white tile, marble, multi-coloured floor and a hinged shower door.

GODNEY ARTS HOUSE somerset

LEDSON

Inspiration for a contemporary master bathroom in Other with a claw-foot tub, black tile, black walls, painted wood floors and copper benchtops.

Kelmscott Bathroom Renovation

On The Ball Bathrooms

This is an example of a mid-sized modern 3/4 bathroom in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, blue walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, copper benchtops, black floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Corcoran Basement Bathroom

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

Photo of a small traditional 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a wall-mount toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, zinc benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Windows

Lori Dennis, Inc.

Photo of a small mediterranean 3/4 bathroom in San Diego with a vessel sink, furniture-like cabinets, grey cabinets, zinc benchtops, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, cement tile, white walls and ceramic floors.

The Ranch - Rustic Revelation

Red Rock Pools and Spas and Red Rock Contractors

Mark Boislcair
Photo of an expansive modern master bathroom in Phoenix with an integrated sink, furniture-like cabinets, zinc benchtops, a freestanding tub, a one-piece toilet, brown tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, ceramic floors and light wood cabinets.

Historic South Seventh

Verboys Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in Philadelphia with open cabinets, distressed cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, yellow walls, concrete floors, a console sink, zinc benchtops, grey floor and a shower curtain.

Wyman Hill

Sargent Design Company

Photography - Nat Rea www.natrea.com
This is an example of a small country 3/4 bathroom in Burlington with open cabinets, light wood cabinets and zinc benchtops.

Exquisite House Renovation

Demand&Deliver Ltd

This bathroom exudes a sophisticated and elegant ambiance, reminiscent of a luxurious hotel. The high-end aesthetic is evident in every detail, creating a space that is not only visually stunning but also captures the essence of refined luxury. From the sleek fixtures to the carefully selected design elements, this bathroom showcases a meticulous attention to creating a high-end, elegant atmosphere. It becomes a personal retreat that transcends the ordinary, offering a seamless blend of opulence and contemporary design within the comfort of your home.

Cozy Beach Retreat

Laura U Design Collective

Photos by Julie Soefer
Photo of a beach style kids bathroom in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink and zinc benchtops.

Bedford Park

Palmerston Design Consultants

meghan hall photography
Design ideas for a small modern 3/4 bathroom in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a curbless shower, black tile, black and white tile, gray tile, white tile, mosaic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink and zinc benchtops.

Formed Copper Countertop

Brandner Design

Formed Copper Countertops are formed from durable 16 gauge solid Copper sheets with a solid wood substrate. Laser cut to perfection and formed on our CNC brake, these counters can be made any thickness, any size and are available in several patina colors.

$229.99 Wall Mounted Shower Faucet Set For Bathroom

RBROHANT

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in New York with a double shower, copper benchtops, black benchtops and a built-in vanity.

Contemporary Baths

The Place for Kitchens and Baths

Ed Butera | ibi designs
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Miami with beige walls, medium wood cabinets, flat-panel cabinets, copper benchtops and brown benchtops.

Log Elegance

Sweet Homes of Colorado Inc

This is an example of a large country master bathroom in Denver with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, shaker cabinets and copper benchtops.

Kelmscott Bathroom Renovation

On The Ball Bathrooms

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern 3/4 bathroom in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, blue walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, copper benchtops, black floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Copper Benchtops and Zinc 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.