Anna French navy wallcovering in the son’s bath contrasts with white and taupe on the other surfaces.
Photo of a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Miami with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Sa Jaga Bruiada

Rossana Pedrali

Inspiration for a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Other with light wood cabinets, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, a vessel sink, black floor, an open shower, beige benchtops, a single vanity, a floating vanity and wallpaper.

Luscious Bathroom in Storrington, West Sussex

Alexander Kitchens

Luscious Bathroom in Storrington, West Sussex A luscious green bathroom design is complemented by matt black accents and unique platform for a feature bath. The Brief The aim of this project was to transform a former bedroom into a contemporary family bathroom, complete with a walk-in shower and freestanding bath. This Storrington client had some strong design ideas, favouring a green theme with contemporary additions to modernise the space. Storage was also a key design element. To help minimise clutter and create space for decorative items an inventive solution was required. Design Elements The design utilises some key desirables from the client as well as some clever suggestions from our bathroom designer Martin. The green theme has been deployed spectacularly, with metro tiles utilised as a strong accent within the shower area and multiple storage niches. All other walls make use of neutral matt white tiles at half height, with William Morris wallpaper used as a leafy and natural addition to the space. A freestanding bath has been placed central to the window as a focal point. The bathing area is raised to create separation within the room, and three pendant lights fitted above help to create a relaxing ambience for bathing. Special Inclusions Storage was an important part of the design. A wall hung storage unit has been chosen in a Fjord Green Gloss finish, which works well with green tiling and the wallpaper choice. Elsewhere plenty of storage niches feature within the room. These add storage for everyday essentials, decorative items, and conceal items the client may not want on display. A sizeable walk-in shower was also required as part of the renovation, with designer Martin opting for a Crosswater enclosure in a matt black finish. The matt black finish teams well with other accents in the room like the Vado brassware and Eastbrook towel rail. Project Highlight The platformed bathing area is a great highlight of this family bathroom space. It delivers upon the freestanding bath requirement of the brief, with soothing lighting additions that elevate the design. Wood-effect porcelain floor tiling adds an additional natural element to this renovation. The End Result The end result is a complete transformation from the former bedroom that utilised this space. The client and our designer Martin have combined multiple great finishes and design ideas to create a dramatic and contemporary, yet functional, family bathroom space. Discover how our expert designers can transform your own bathroom with a free design appointment and quotation. Arrange a free appointment in showroom or online.

Architectural Photography

Christian J Anderson Photography

Transitional master bathroom in Seattle with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, a drop-in sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

ЖК Эго-дом

Indesign Buro

Inspiration for an expansive eclectic bathroom in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, pink tile, a trough sink, multi-coloured floor, a double vanity, a floating vanity and wallpaper.

Rochester Country Residence

Kirkshire Design Group

Inspiration for a large master bathroom in Detroit with a double vanity, a built-in vanity, wallpaper, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a freestanding tub, grey walls, an undermount sink, grey floor and grey benchtops.

Coastal Colonial New Construction

Anthony James Master Builders, LLC

Design ideas for a traditional bathroom in New York with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, a two-piece toilet, orange walls, brick floors, a vessel sink, granite benchtops, brown floor, brown benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Bamboo Breeze Bathroom

Mantis Design + Build, LLC

The indigo vanity and its brass hardware stand in perfect harmony with the mirror, which elegantly reflects the marble shower.
Small eclectic 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble, marble floors, marble benchtops, white floor, white benchtops, a built-in vanity, wallpaper, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, a vessel sink, a hinged shower door, a niche and a single vanity.

Boulder Teenage Girls Bedroom Suite

D2D Studio, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized bathroom in Denver with white cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, ceramic tile, purple walls, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Avery's side

Ejay Interiors

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.

Broad St

Shear Construction

Wallpapered bathroom with textured stone tile on the shower wall which is complemented by the hickory vanity and quartzite countertop.
Photo of a small beach style 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, ceramic tile, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, a two-piece toilet and wallpaper.

Craftsman Delight

12/12 Architects & Planners

The 2nd floor hall bath is a charming Craftsman showpiece. The attention to detail is highlighted through the white scroll tile backsplash, wood wainscot, chair rail and wood framed mirror. The green subway tile shower tub surround is the focal point of the room, while the white hex tile with black grout is a timeless throwback to the Arts & Crafts period.

Modern Elegance

J Lynn Design Group

The guest bathroom has porcelain wall tile with a feature detail that is a marble chevron mosaic, which accentuates the shower window we had to work around. The custom cabinetry design and 2.5" mitered edge quartz counter tops make this bathroom something special.

Reforma de piso de dos habitaciones

Sube Interiorismo

This is an example of a large beach style master bathroom in Bilbao with white cabinets, a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, laminate floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, a hinged shower door, beige benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity, wallpaper and flat-panel cabinets.

Berkeley Grant Bath

Peters Construction

This is an example of a small bathroom in San Francisco with dark wood cabinets, a corner shower, white tile, ceramic tile, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a single vanity, a one-piece toilet, green walls, ceramic floors, white floor and wallpaper.

Vintage Lights Provide Design Inspiration

Michael Norpell's Wall To Wall

The original bathroom light fixtures with a gold star motif were the inspiration for this fun bathroom remodel. A textured wall tile picks up shapes of the shadow block on the exterior of the home, and a whimsical cosmic palm wallpaper ties all the elements together.

Classic Primary Bathroom

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

We took a dated bathroom that you had to walk through the shower to get to the outdoors, covered in cream polished marble and gave it a completely new look. The function of this bathroom is outstanding from the large shower with dual heads to the extensive vanity with a sitting area for the misses to put on her makeup. We even hid a hamper in the pullout linen tower. Easy maintenance with porcelian tiles in the shower and a beautiful tile accent featured at the tub.

Custom Shaker Guest Bathroom

Campau Kitchen & Bath

Lots of storage in a small space for a second home!
Photo of a small transitional bathroom in Grand Rapids with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, vinyl floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor, white benchtops, a shower seat, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

VIA LOS PADRES | Full Remodel

Designology Studio LLC

This is an example of a small bathroom in Santa Barbara with open cabinets, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a pedestal sink, marble benchtops, beige floor, white benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

Bed-Stuy Amuse-Bouche

The Brooklyn Studio

Photography by Rachael Stollar
Photo of a contemporary bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white tile, multi-coloured walls, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, white benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity and wallpaper.

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.