The master bath is a true oasis, with white marble on the floor, countertop and backsplash, in period-appropriate subway and basket-weave patterns. Wall and floor-mounted chrome fixtures at the sink, tub and shower provide vintage charm and contemporary function. Chrome accents are also found in the light fixtures, cabinet hardware and accessories. The heated towel bars and make-up area with lit mirror provide added luxury. Access to the master closet is through the wood 5-panel pocket door.

Raised Ranch Retreat

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This 1960s split-level has a new Accessible Bath - the only Bath on this level. The wood cabinetry, wood-like tile floor, and stone accents highlight the rustic charm of this home. Photography by Kmiecik Imagery.

French Creole Expansion

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Compact master bathroom, with his and hers vanity, corner linen cabinetry, claw-foot tub and shower with glass enclosure. Photography by Kmiecik Imagery.

Organic and Deeply Personal Spa Bathroom

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

Our client desired to turn her primary suite into a perfect oasis. This space bathroom retreat is small but is layered in details. The starting point for the bathroom was her love for the colored MTI tub. The bath is far from ordinary in this exquisite home; it is a spa sanctuary. An especially stunning feature is the design of the tile throughout this wet room bathtub/shower combo.

Tinybad

Eva Lorey Innenarchitektur

Fotos: Sandra Hauer, Nahdran Photografie
Small modern 3/4 bathroom in Frankfurt with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, grey walls, cement tiles, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower, a single vanity, a built-in vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Tinybad

Eva Lorey Innenarchitektur

Craftsman Delight

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Split-Level Expansion

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Photo of a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Chicago with louvered cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Craftsman Delight

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French Creole Expansion

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Compact master bathroom, with his and hers vanity, corner linen cabinetry, claw-foot tub and shower with glass enclosure. Photography by Kmiecik Imagery.

Whole House Renovation

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Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in Chicago with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and decorative wall panelling.

Beautiful Cape Cod Baths

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This adorable Cape Cod house needed upgrading of its existing shared hall bath, and the addition of a new master bath. Removing a wall in the bath revealed gorgeous brick, to be left exposed. The existing master bedroom had a small reading nook that was perfect for the addition of a new bath - just barely large enough for a large shower, toilet, and double-sink vanities. The clean lines, white shaker cabinets, white subway tile, and finished details make these 2 baths the star of this quaint home. Photography by Kmiecik Imagery.

Faithful Farmhouse Addition

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Design ideas for a large country master bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, limestone, limestone floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, blue floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper, wallpaper and white walls.

In-law Suite Addition

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Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, white walls, concrete floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, wallpaper, wallpaper, a freestanding tub and ceramic tile.

Second Story Simplicity

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The master bath boasts a large walk-in shower with glass doors, double sinks, a hidden toilet, large linen closet, and large window to the back yard.
Mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, cement tiles, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Craftsman Delight

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Midcentury Prairie Expansion

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The en Suite Bath includes a large tub as well as Prairie-style cabinetry and custom tile-work. The homeowner had previously updated their mid-century home to match their Prairie-style preferences - completing the Kitchen, Living and DIning Rooms. This project included a complete redesign of the Bedroom wing, including Master Bedroom Suite, guest Bedrooms, and 3 Baths; as well as the Office/Den and Dining Room, all to meld the mid-century exterior with expansive windows and a new Prairie-influenced interior. Large windows (existing and new to match ) let in ample daylight and views to their expansive gardens. Photography by homeowner.

Family Gathering Home

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This is an example of a small traditional master wet room bathroom in Chicago with a vessel sink, granite benchtops, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue walls, ceramic floors, white floor, a hinged shower door, a freestanding tub, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey benchtops, a double vanity, a freestanding vanity, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Beautiful Cape Cod Baths

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Multi-Generational New Home

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This is an example of a large arts and crafts kids bathroom in Chicago with brown cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, slate, beige walls, plywood floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, brown benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity, wallpaper, wallpaper, beaded inset cabinets and multi-coloured tile.

Brown Bathroom Design Ideas with Wallpaper

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.