By Thrive Design Group
Mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Chicago with blue cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain and recessed-panel cabinets.

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Amy Pearson Design

Relocating to Portland, Oregon from California, this young family immediately hired Amy to redesign their newly purchased home to better fit their needs. The project included updating the kitchen, hall bath, and adding an en suite to their master bedroom. Removing a wall between the kitchen and dining allowed for additional counter space and storage along with improved traffic flow and increased natural light to the heart of the home. This galley style kitchen is focused on efficiency and functionality through custom cabinets with a pantry boasting drawer storage topped with quartz slab for durability, pull-out storage accessories throughout, deep drawers, and a quartz topped coffee bar/ buffet facing the dining area. The master bath and hall bath were born out of a single bath and a closet. While modest in size, the bathrooms are filled with functionality and colorful design elements. Durable hex shaped porcelain tiles compliment the blue vanities topped with white quartz countertops. The shower and tub are both tiled in handmade ceramic tiles, bringing much needed texture and movement of light to the space. The hall bath is outfitted with a toe-kick pull-out step for the family’s youngest member!

K Residence

Via Builders, Inc.

Beach style master bathroom in San Francisco with blue cabinets, a freestanding tub, white walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, white benchtops, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity and flat-panel cabinets.

Delancey Classic Modern

SHOPHOUSE

Design ideas for a large transitional master bathroom in Philadelphia with blue cabinets, an alcove shower, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops and beaded inset cabinets.

Bathrooms! Bathing Beauties!

Judith Wright Design

A compact bathroom was updated with finishes honoring the historic home. Maximum storage is incorporated into the vanity. Inset mirrors help expand the brightness and feeling of space. Living un-lacquered brass fixtures are used through out the home to honor its vintage charm.

Rustic with color

Aesthetics Interiors Inc

Mid-sized country 3/4 bathroom in Phoenix with raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a curbless shower, multi-coloured tile, limestone, white walls, concrete floors, a drop-in sink, limestone benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, beige benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Teen Boys Bathroom

RC Shelter, LLC

A 1946 bathroom was in need of a serious update to accommodate 2 growing teen/tween boys. Taking it's cue from the navy and gray in the Moroccan floor tiles, the bath was outfitted with splashes of antique brass/gold fixtures, Art Deco lighting (DecoCreationStudio) and artwork by Space Frog Designs.

Avery's side

Ejay Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional bathroom in Denver with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, white tile, stone tile, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Beautiful Bathroom renovation

M&M Interiors

the client decided to eliminate the bathtub and install a large shower with partial fixed shower glass instead of a shower door
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and decorative wall panelling.

Beautiful Northwest Bathroom Remodel

Stonehenge Custom Tile and Stone

Complete Bathroom remodel including new shower, free standing tub, and vanity. Shower in includes stylish shower bench, shower niche, and grab bars.
Contemporary master bathroom in Seattle with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and decorative wall panelling.

Pacific Heights Renovation: Girls' Bath

Sabrina Alfin Interiors

Newly constructed double vanity bath with separate soaking tub and shower for two teenage sisters. Subway tile, herringbone tile, porcelain handle lever faucets, and schoolhouse style light fixtures give a vintage twist to a contemporary bath.

Bathroom Remodel

cbuildinteriors

Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom in New York with furniture-like cabinets, blue cabinets, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and decorative wall panelling.

Bean Point Project

Coastal Life Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style bathroom in Tampa with an alcove shower, white tile, white walls, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, blue floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, blue cabinets, ceramic tile, cement tiles, beaded inset cabinets and a two-piece toilet.

Casa Piazza Vittorio • Progetto di 02A

Giulia Natalia Comito

Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Rome with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a drop-in tub, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, beige floor, blue benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Misty Meadows Bathroom Renovation

H. Bero Interiors

This crisp and clean bathroom renovation boost bright white herringbone wall tile with a delicate matte black accent along the chair rail. the floors plan a leading roll with their unique pattern and the vanity adds warmth with its rich blue green color tone and is full of unique storage.

Seeing Blue

Victoria Highfill

This is an example of a small modern 3/4 bathroom in Nashville with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Master Bath

Pike Properties

Inspiration for a large traditional master bathroom in Charlotte with a claw-foot tub, white tile, medium hardwood floors, engineered quartz benchtops, a hinged shower door, blue cabinets, brown floor, white benchtops, a double shower, beige walls and recessed-panel cabinets.

North Bend Master Bath

Olivia Horine Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Seattle with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a sliding shower screen and white benchtops.

Beachy Modern Farmhouse

SoCal Contractor

Photo of a country bathroom in San Diego with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Fall 2017 Parade of Homes Model

Zehnder Homes

Powder Bathroom with furniture piece and warm hardwood floors
This is an example of a small country 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with blue cabinets, a one-piece toilet, grey walls, solid surface benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, shaker cabinets and an integrated sink.

Brown Bathroom Design Ideas with Blue 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.