Inspiration for a small contemporary bathroom in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, blue tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, grey benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Semaphore - FKA The Dog House

Rowlands Architecture Design Studio

Photo of a contemporary master bathroom in Adelaide with blue tile and blue walls.

Enamour Terrace

Kitty Lee Architecture

Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, blue tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, terrazzo floors, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Newton Addition

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

Eric Roth Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, blue walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, a hinged shower door, a claw-foot tub, marble floors, engineered quartz benchtops and grey benchtops.

Yalecrest Residence

Christa Pirl Interiors

An original turn-of-the-century Craftsman home had lost it original charm in the kitchen and bathroom, both renovated in the 1980s. The clients desired to restore the original look, while still giving the spaces an updated feel. Both rooms were gutted and new materials, fittings and appliances were installed, creating a strong reference to the history of the home, while still moving the house into the 21st century. Photos by Melissa McCafferty

California Cool

Blythe Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized beach style bathroom in San Diego with blue walls, grey floor, a single vanity, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, a hinged shower door, white benchtops and a freestanding vanity.

Contemporary Bathroom

Design ideas for a contemporary 3/4 bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, blue tile, white tile, blue walls, an integrated sink, blue floor and a sliding shower screen.

Master Bath

Lauren Shadid Architecture + Interiors

Photos by Holly Lepere
Design ideas for a large beach style master bathroom in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, a corner shower, blue walls, marble floors, marble benchtops, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an undermount tub, white tile and subway tile.

Glendale

Charla Ray Interior Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Los Angeles with blue cabinets, a curbless shower, marble, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, white tile and recessed-panel cabinets.

Dream Bath - Glen Ellyn, IL

TKS Design Group

WATCH the time lapse video of this kitchen remodel: https://youtu.be/caemXXlauLU Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW This Glen Ellyn homeowner came to us, frustrated with the layout and size of their current kitchen, looking for help generating ideas for how to maximize functionality within the constraints of the space. After visiting with them and seeing the home’s layout, I realized that looking at the bigger picture of how they used the entire first floor might bring us some dramatic solutions. We ended up flipping the kitchen and family room and taking down the wall separating the two creating one big open floor plan for the family to enjoy. There is still a visual separation between the rooms because of their different lengths and the overall space now relates nicely to the dining room which was also opened up to both rooms. The new kitchen is an L-shaped space that is no longer cramped and small and is truly a cook’s dream. The fridge is on one end, a large cooktop and sink are located along the main perimeter and double ovens located at the end of the “L” complete the layout. Ample work surface along the perimeter and on the large island makes entertaining a breeze. An existing door to the patio remains, floods the room with light and provides easy access to the existing outdoor deck for entertaining and grilling. White cabinetry with quartz countertops, Carrera marble backsplash tile and a contrasting gray island give the space a clean and modern feel. The gray pendant lights and stainless appliances bring a slight industrial feel to the space letting you know that some serious cooking will take place here. Once we had their Dream Kitchen design completed, the homeowners decided to tackle another project at the same time. We made plans to create a master suite upstairs by combining two existing bedrooms into a larger bedroom, bathroom and walk-in closet. The existing spaces were not overly large so getting everything on the wish list into the design was a challenge. In the end, we came up with a design that works. The two bedrooms were adjoined, one wall moved back slightly to make for a slightly larger bedroom, and the remaining space was allotted to the new bathroom and a walk in closet. The bathroom consists of a double vanity and a large shower with a barn door shower door. A skylight brings light into the space and helps make it feel larger and more open. The new walk-in closet is accessible through the bathroom, and we even managed to fit in a small entry vestibule that houses some additional storage and makes a nice transition from the hallway. A white vanity, Carrera tops and gray floor tile make for a serene space that feels just right for this home. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Mike Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Master Bath with Cream Stone

Hilman Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Chicago with an open shower, black and white tile, gray tile, subway tile, blue walls and mosaic tile floors.

Sunset Hill- Micro-Modern

Whitney Architecture

Aaron Leitz
Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom in Seattle with an alcove tub, a double shower, beige tile, blue walls and ceramic tile.

Mission Hills Master bath

Streamline Development

KW Designs www.KWDesigns.com
Photo of a large contemporary master bathroom in San Diego with a freestanding tub, a corner shower, beige tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, dark wood cabinets, stone tile, beige floor, a hinged shower door, a two-piece toilet, a vessel sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Palmetto Bluff - Private Residence

Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home

This lovely home sits in one of the most pristine and preserved places in the country - Palmetto Bluff, in Bluffton, SC. The natural beauty and richness of this area create an exceptional place to call home or to visit. The house lies along the river and fits in perfectly with its surroundings. 4,000 square feet - four bedrooms, four and one-half baths All photos taken by Rachael Boling Photography

Stylized Utilitarian Powder Room

One Room at a Time, Inc.

This powder room design plays off the historic washbasin aesthetic with a modernized twist. The washbasin is a custom created pottery bowl sink with an artistic glaze, playing off the colors of the slate flooring. The vanity is a designed furniture-look piece with a burgundy stain on cherry, in a modernized version of the farmhouse table and washbasin style.

European Neo-Classicism

O&A Design

This is an example of a transitional bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, blue walls, a vessel sink, grey floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Central Park West Penthouse Bathroom

Studio ST Architects, P.C.

Bathroom with marble bath tub surround and floors with blue tiled walls
This is an example of a large contemporary bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an undermount tub, a shower/bathtub combo, blue tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Project Sunnyside Farms

Chelsea Design Company

Design ideas for a small country 3/4 bathroom in St Louis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, a hinged shower door, a niche, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Glendale

Charla Ray Interior Design

Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Los Angeles with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, a curbless shower, white tile, marble, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Contemporary Hall Bathroom

Perch Interiors Inc.

A creative use of natural materials and soft colors make this hall bathroom a standout
Inspiration for a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove shower, a bidet, white tile, stone tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Bathroom Design Ideas with Blue Walls

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.