This is an example of a contemporary bathroom in Austin with a freestanding tub and subway tile.

Michele Scotto Trani of Sequined Asphault Studio Photography for client ALL Design
Design ideas for a contemporary bathroom in New York with subway tile.

Bathroom

Skyring Architects

www.aperture.com.au
This is an example of a contemporary bathroom in Brisbane with a wall-mount sink, a corner shower, white tile and subway tile.

Cliffside Drive

Natasha Barrault Design

Interior and exterior design & partial remodel of a Malibu residence.
Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom in Los Angeles with subway tile.

Accent Tile Bathroom

HighCraft Builders

Photo of a contemporary bathroom in Denver with subway tile.

Kid's bathroom

Anastasia Faiella Interior Design

Photographer Marija Vidal, Andre Rothblatt Architecture, SF Design Build, Decorative Painter Ted Somogyi
Photo of a small contemporary bathroom in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, beige walls, engineered quartz benchtops, a one-piece toilet and porcelain floors.

Adult Retreat - New third STorey Addition with Master Bedroom and Ensuite

Studio Z Design

Ryan Fung
Small contemporary master bathroom in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white tile, subway tile, white walls, marble floors, an integrated sink and solid surface benchtops.

North Bondi House

Angus Mackenzie Architect

The house was originally a single story face brick home, which was ‘cut in half’ to make two smaller residences. It is on a triangular corner site, and is nestled in between a unit block to the South, and large renovated two storey homes to the West. The owners loved the original character of the house, and were keen to retain this with the new proposal, but felt that the internal plan was disjointed, had no relationship to the paved outdoor area, and above all was very cold in Winter, with virtually no natural light entering the house. The existing plan had the bedrooms and bathrooms on the side facing the outdoor area, with the living area on the other side of the hallway. We swapped this to have an open plan living room opening out onto a new deck area. An added bonus through the design stage was adding a rumpus room, which was built to the boundary on two sides, and also leads out onto the new deck area. Two large light wells open into the roof, and natural light floods into the house through the skylights above. The automated skylights really help with airflow, and keeping the house cool in the Summer. Warm timber finishes, including cedar windows and doors have been used throughout, and are a low key inclusion into the existing fabric of the house. Photography by Sarah Braden

Ensuite bathroom with vintage & plants

My-Studio Ltd

Ensuite bathroom with vintage & plants
This is an example of a large contemporary master bathroom in London with a claw-foot tub, white tile, subway tile, white walls, cement tiles and grey floor.

Harmonious Black and White Bathroom Renovation

Makings of Fine Kitchens & Bathrooms

Pairing two-tone design elements for a pristine finish This bathroom renovation is perfectly breathtaking, pairing sleek, chic black and white design elements with intricate flourish motif black encaustic floor tiles to create a truly revitalising atmosphere. Black tapware and accessories build a stunning contrast with the timeless allure of white subway tiles, creating a space that is both sophisticated and serene. The tidy white vanity offers plentiful under-sink storage space, as does a hidden cupboard behind the gleaming three-panel mirror. Together, the individual elements of this incredible space combine to form a bathroom that is the epitome of elegance and tranquility.

Additional Dwelling Unit at Brookland

Ileana Schinder, PLLC

Garage conversion into an Additional Dwelling Unit for rent in Brookland, Washington DC.
Inspiration for a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with furniture-like cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a console sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Built-In Basement Lounge

Brooklinteriors

Design ideas for a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Austin with white tile, subway tile, white walls, cement tiles, a vessel sink, onyx benchtops, multi-coloured floor, black benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Palm Springs Bathroom Collection

Welcome Renovation

Palm Springs - Bold Funkiness. This collection was designed for our love of bold patterns and playful colors.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with louvered cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, cement tiles, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Crown Heights Townhouse

Studio Officina Architecture PLLC

Inspiration for a small contemporary kids bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, an alcove tub, white tile, subway tile, cement tiles, a single vanity, a floating vanity, beige cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a trough sink, multi-coloured floor and a shower curtain.

Linden Blvd. Residential Building

Elizabeth Arias Interiors

Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Grosvenor Residence

FAMDESIGN

Design ideas for a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Montreal with furniture-like cabinets, brown cabinets, a claw-foot tub, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Los Angeles, CA - Harper Ave. - Master Bathroom Remodel

Luxe Remodel

Mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Los Angeles with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, brown tile, subway tile, white walls, laminate floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Boerum Hill Townhouse

KSB Build

This is an example of a small contemporary bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, subway tile, an undermount sink, black floor, an open shower, black benchtops, a single vanity, a freestanding vanity, a niche, a wall-mount toilet, white walls, marble floors and marble benchtops.

USSEL

Margot Le Métayer

Design ideas for a contemporary bathroom in Bordeaux with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a corner tub, green tile, subway tile, white walls, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, brown benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Perry Street

Regan Wood Photography

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in New York with medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, black floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Contemporary Bathroom Design Ideas with Subway Tile

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.