Full view of toilet and vanity combo.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Ottawa with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a sliding shower screen, grey benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Вандер парк

Татьяна Хорошева, Дмитрий Хорошев

Mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, black and white tile, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, black floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

Shadow Walk Hall Bath

Jordan Design-Build Group

After years of use (and abuse) as the shared kids’ bathroom, this space was in need of a total transformation. The homeowners wanted an update that would be suitable for young adults and guests alike and, most importantly, they wanted finishes, fixtures and a style that would stand the test of time. We selected the dark gray porcelain floor tile not only for its timeless beauty, but also for its durability and low maintenance. Likewise, we chose porcelain tiles for the shower walls and installed them in a stacked pattern to the ceiling to make the room feel taller. The generous niche has ample room for bath essentials as well as plants that can bask in the natural light from the skylight overhead. To accommodate different storage needs, we opted for a vanity with both cabinet space and drawers. The quartz countertop perfectly complements the floors and was a great choice to boot because it’s so easy to clean and maintain.

Квартира в ЖК Виз-Правобережный

Юлия Родионова

Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in Yekaterinburg with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, matchstick tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and wood benchtops.

N HOUSE

Tommaso Giunchi Architetti

Bagno comune: lavabo in ceramica in appoggio su mobile realizzato artigianalmente su disegno con piano in corian bianco e ante laccate bianche. Specchio a parete con rubinetteria a parete in acciaio. Piastrelle azzurre con posa verticale sfalsata. Finestra con vetro satina che affaccia sul secondo bagno

Salle de bain Couture's family

LT intérieurs

Photo of a small contemporary kids bathroom in Montreal with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a wall-mount sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

Masculine Contemporary Bathroom | Kimball Starr

Kimball Starr Interior Design

Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in San Francisco with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, glass tile, porcelain floors, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Brittan Heights Kitchen & Bath Renovation

Kitchen Inspiration Inc.

Cabinets: Sollera Fine Cabinetry Countertop: Engineer Quartz This is a design-build project by Kitchen Inspiration Inc.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, brown walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Contemporary Renovation

Wendy Wilson & Associates

Every family home needs a bathtub and this one is clean and simple. It's faced with the same engineered quartz as the counter top and the hinged glass door allows for the beautiful glass tile and niche to be appreciated. Erika Bierman Photography

Shayne Street

Mikasa Designs

DMAX Photography
Mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, gray tile, a vessel sink, beige floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

Loyal Height SF

Aedifex, Inc.

This is an example of a contemporary wet room bathroom in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an undermount sink, beige floor and white benchtops.

Costa Mesa Guest Bathroom

Inspire Interiors

Inspiration for a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Orange County with furniture-like cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, glass benchtops, white floor and a sliding shower screen.

Ealing

Tailored Living

Nick Smith
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary wet room bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, porcelain floors, grey floor, an open shower, white benchtops, an alcove tub and an integrated sink.

Frameless Sliding Shower Doors

Creative Mirror & Shower

Design ideas for a large contemporary master bathroom in Chicago with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, white floor, a sliding shower screen and white benchtops.

Golden Line

iPozdnyakov Studio

Designer: Ivan Pozdnyakov Foto: Olga Shangina
Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, porcelain floors, brown floor, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, an integrated sink and an open shower.

Mid-Century Modern Meets Traditional | Renovation

Tera Janelle Design

Design ideas for a contemporary bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, white walls, a console sink, grey floor and a shower curtain.

Morada Lane Bathroom

Kisha Gianni Designs

Photo of a small contemporary kids bathroom in Santa Barbara with dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, multi-coloured tile, terra-cotta tile, white walls, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Capitol Hill Bathrooms

Lisa & Leroy

We didn’t want the floor to be the cool thing in the room that steals the show, so we picked an interesting color and painted the ceiling as well. This bathroom invites you to look up and down equally.

Vivienda B+M

LEdesign4u

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master wet room bathroom in Madrid with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, beige walls, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, beige floor, beige tile and an open shower.

Bathroom Renovation on Bel Air - Open Bathtub Shower Combo

Thaddeus Drew Remodeling

We love this bathroom remodel! While it looks simple at first glance, the design and functionality meld perfectly. The open bathtub/shower combo entice a spa-like setting. Color choices and tile patterns also create a calming effect.

Contemporary Bathroom Design Ideas with an Alcove Tub

If you’re looking for contemporary 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 Contemporary 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.