Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with dark wood cabinets, a corner tub, a corner shower, yellow tile, mosaic tile, yellow walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, beige benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a floating vanity and flat-panel cabinets.

West Seattle Cottage Style Remodel

Kirk Riley Design

Steam shower with floating bench and bold blue glass mosaic. Photography by Jeff Beck
Design ideas for a small eclectic 3/4 bathroom in Seattle with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, glass tile, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Bathrooms

GDC Construction

The master bathroom has radiant heating throughout the floor including the shower.
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style master bathroom in San Diego with dark wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, blue tile, green tile, mosaic tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, beige floor and recessed-panel cabinets.

Small Bathroom

NMG Construction LLC

We've created a nice walk-in tile shower with new accent floor tile.
Design ideas for a small bathroom in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, granite benchtops, an open shower, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Holiday house in Brittany, France

Into interior design

Photo Caroline Morin
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary kids bathroom in Other with dark wood cabinets, an open shower, white tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a console sink, blue floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

Bridger Residence

Yellowstone Traditions

MillerRoodell Architects // Laura Fedro Interiors // Gordon Gregory Photography
This is an example of a country bathroom in Other with dark wood cabinets, brown walls, a drop-in sink, wood benchtops, brown floor, brown benchtops, medium hardwood floors and recessed-panel cabinets.

Colorful Children's Bathroom

Maria Causey Interior Design

Sophisticated and fun were the themes in this design. This bathroom is used by three young children. The parents wanted a bathroom whose decor would be fun for the children, but "not a kiddy bathroom". This family travels to the beach quite often, so they wanted a beach resort (emphasis on resort) influence in the design. Storage of toiletries & medications, as well as a place to hang a multitude of towels, were the primary goals. Besides meeting the storage goals, the bathroom needed to be brightened and needed better lighting. Ocean-inspired blue & white wallpaper was paired with bright orange, Moroccan-inspired floor & accent tiles from Fireclay Tile to give the "resort" look the clients were looking for. Light fixtures with industrial style accents add additional interest, while a seagrass mirror adds texture & warmth. Photos: Christy Kosnic

Greenwood

Four Blocks South

Family bathroom navy blue tiles in tub surround. Photo by Mike Chajecki.
Photo of a small transitional kids bathroom in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, subway tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Water Oak

Carlton Edwards

Tall board and batten wainscoting is used to wrap this ensuite bath. An antique dresser was converted into a sink.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Nashville with marble floors, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, white benchtops, dark wood cabinets, purple walls and recessed-panel cabinets.

Coastal Elegance

Michelle Miller Design, Inc.

Julio Aguilar Photography
Inspiration for a beach style master bathroom in Tampa with dark wood cabinets, marble, marble benchtops, white walls, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops and raised-panel cabinets.

Tribeca Apartment

Sarah Jefferys Architecture + Interiors

Design ideas for a contemporary wet room bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an undermount tub, a wall-mount toilet, blue tile, white tile, white walls, an integrated sink, white floor and a hinged shower door.

Morgan Way Master Bathroom

Arias Home LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Newark with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, stone tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink and quartzite benchtops.

Paoli, PA

Master Design Cabinetry

Design ideas for a traditional bathroom in Other with dark wood cabinets, beige walls and beaded inset cabinets.

Mission Style Bath

Sogno Design Group

Photo by Langdon Clay
Inspiration for a large traditional master bathroom in San Francisco with a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, blue tile, ceramic tile, white walls, terra-cotta floors, an undermount sink, tile benchtops, dark wood cabinets, recessed-panel cabinets and a one-piece toilet.

Pebble Beach Spanish Revival

Michelle Pheasant Design, Inc.

David Duncan Livingston
Mediterranean bathroom in San Francisco with dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured tile, an alcove shower, white walls and recessed-panel cabinets.

Walnut Floating Vanity

Dickinson Cabinetry

This is a custom floating, Walnut vanity. The blue tile back splash, and hanging lights complement the Walnut drawers, and give this bathroom a very modern look.

Sea Cliff Traditional Transformed

Gleason and Tankard

Photo of a traditional bathroom in San Francisco with dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, beige tile, beige walls and recessed-panel cabinets.

Master Suite Remodel

clad

Renovation and expansion of existing master bedroom and bath, including new walk-in closet and home office.
Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub and a curbless shower.

Mid-Century Modern Rehabilitation

Herron Horton Architects, Inc.

custom made vanity cabinet
Design ideas for a large midcentury master wet room bathroom in Little Rock with dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, engineered quartz benchtops, blue floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity, an undermount sink and flat-panel cabinets.

Berkeley Lake Renovation

TVL Creative Ltd.

[Our Clients] We were so excited to help these new homeowners re-envision their split-level diamond in the rough. There was so much potential in those walls, and we couldn’t wait to delve in and start transforming spaces. Our primary goal was to re-imagine the main level of the home and create an open flow between the space. So, we started by converting the existing single car garage into their living room (complete with a new fireplace) and opening up the kitchen to the rest of the level. [Kitchen] The original kitchen had been on the small side and cut-off from the rest of the home, but after we removed the coat closet, this kitchen opened up beautifully. Our plan was to create an open and light filled kitchen with a design that translated well to the other spaces in this home, and a layout that offered plenty of space for multiple cooks. We utilized clean white cabinets around the perimeter of the kitchen and popped the island with a spunky shade of blue. To add a real element of fun, we jazzed it up with the colorful escher tile at the backsplash and brought in accents of brass in the hardware and light fixtures to tie it all together. Through out this home we brought in warm wood accents and the kitchen was no exception, with its custom floating shelves and graceful waterfall butcher block counter at the island. [Dining Room] The dining room had once been the home’s living room, but we had other plans in mind. With its dramatic vaulted ceiling and new custom steel railing, this room was just screaming for a dramatic light fixture and a large table to welcome one-and-all. [Living Room] We converted the original garage into a lovely little living room with a cozy fireplace. There is plenty of new storage in this space (that ties in with the kitchen finishes), but the real gem is the reading nook with two of the most comfortable armchairs you’ve ever sat in. [Master Suite] This home didn’t originally have a master suite, so we decided to convert one of the bedrooms and create a charming suite that you’d never want to leave. The master bathroom aesthetic quickly became all about the textures. With a sultry black hex on the floor and a dimensional geometric tile on the walls we set the stage for a calm space. The warm walnut vanity and touches of brass cozy up the space and relate with the feel of the rest of the home. We continued the warm wood touches into the master bedroom, but went for a rich accent wall that elevated the sophistication level and sets this space apart. [Hall Bathroom] The floor tile in this bathroom still makes our hearts skip a beat. We designed the rest of the space to be a clean and bright white, and really let the lovely blue of the floor tile pop. The walnut vanity cabinet (complete with hairpin legs) adds a lovely level of warmth to this bathroom, and the black and brass accents add the sophisticated touch we were looking for. [Office] We loved the original built-ins in this space, and knew they needed to always be a part of this house, but these 60-year-old beauties definitely needed a little help. We cleaned up the cabinets and brass hardware, switched out the formica counter for a new quartz top, and painted wall a cheery accent color to liven it up a bit. And voila! We have an office that is the envy of the neighborhood.

Blue Bathroom Design Ideas with Dark Wood Cabinets

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.