Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, white tile, subway tile, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, black floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Richmond

Next Home Remodeling

Photo of a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, marble, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Northcote House

Into interior design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, a console sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Penthouse Industrial Loft

JAB Design Group

Main bath with custom shower doors, vanity, and mirrors. Heated floors and toto smart toilet.
Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, a double shower, a bidet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and wood.

Newport

Elton R Construction

This gorgeous yet compact master bathroom and perfect for a family or couple. The space is efficient and calming, perfect for a relaxing bath. The seamless shower fits perfectly into the style of the space, and with a hidden Infinity Drain, it feels like you are not even in a shower.

Waterfront Condo Universal Design

Potter Construction Inc

Photograhper Jeff Beck Designer Six Walls
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Seattle with medium wood cabinets, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, marble, white walls, porcelain floors, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, an open shower and white benchtops.

Charles Street Master Bathroom

Bearded Builders, Baltimore

Barrier Free (or Curbless) Shower with glass hinged door and herringbone shower floor Photo: Matthew Burgess Media
Inspiration for a large contemporary master bathroom in Baltimore with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a freestanding tub, a curbless shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, marble, beige walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door and grey benchtops.

Mid Century Modern Tiny Bath

KODA Interiors

Maximizing every inch of space in a tiny bath and keeping the space feeling open and inviting was the priority.
Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in Santa Barbara with light wood cabinets, a corner shower, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door and flat-panel cabinets.

Vintage Bathroom

Studio Tile & Stone

Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom in Orlando with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, blue walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops and white floor.

Dartmoor

Corbin Reeves Construction

Design ideas for a large contemporary master bathroom in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, white tile, gray tile, an undermount sink, marble, brown walls, quartzite benchtops and white floor.

Castlefield Residence

Carriage Lane Design-Build Inc.

Photography: Stephani Buchman
Mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, gray tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors and white benchtops.

Apartment in Millennium Condominiums

K-2 Design, Inc.

Sergey Kuzmin
Inspiration for a small contemporary bathroom in Miami with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, an alcove tub, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, flat-panel cabinets, white tile and stone tile.

Powder Rooms & Small Bath Ideas

Roomscapes Cabinetry and Design Center

Dan Cutrona Photography
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Boston with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white tile, mosaic tile, white walls and dark hardwood floors.

DADU Condominium

microhouse

This DADU features 2 1/2 bathrooms.
Inspiration for a small contemporary kids bathroom in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, blue floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Bathrooms by Design Connection, Inc. | Kansas City Interior Design

Design Connection, Inc.

The master bath cabinet layout was inspired by the high ceilings and the functionality of a master bath. Having a large tower added extra storage and added to the eloquent space with its size. The quartz countertops created a clean look in the dark gray. The large shower tiles added texture with the veining. The shower niches were a great spot to add more character and whimsy to the white and gray shower.

Contemporary Bathroom

Buford Renovations LLC

Beautiful contemporary black and white guest bathroom with a fabulous ceramic floor. The black accent features on the custom walnut floating vanity cabinet transform this bathroom from ordinary to extraordinary.

Tring - A luxury bespoke bath and shower room

Simon Taylor Furniture

Our clients, a couple living in a 200-year-old period house in Hertfordshire, wanted to refurbish their ensuite bathroom with a calm, contemporary spa-style bath and shower room leading from their main bedroom. The room has low vaulted ceilings and original windows so the challenge was to design every aspect to suit the unusual shape. This was particularly important for the shower enclosure, for which the screen had to be made completely bespoke to perfectly fit with the different angles and ceiling heights. To complement the original door, we chose anti-slip porcelain flooring tiles with a timber-look finish which was laid-down above under-floor heating. Pure white was chosen as the only décor colour for the bathroom, with a white bath, white basins, white herringbone shower tiles and a white standalone bespoke vanity, designed and handmade by Simon Taylor Furniture. This features natural polished oak open shelving at the base, which is also used as an accent bath shelf. The brushed satin brass brassware was suggested and sourced by us to provide a stylish contrast and all light fittings are satin brass as well. The standalone vanity features three deep drawers with open shelving beneath and a Miami White worktop within which are two rectangular basins and industrial-style wall taps. Above each basin is a large swivel mirror on an integrated brass mount, a design concept that is both attractive and functional, whilst allowing natural light into the bathroom. Additional shelving was created on either side of the room to conceal plumbing and to showcase all brassware. A wall-hung white WC adds a floating effect and features a flush brass flushing mechanism and a white towel rail adds the finishing touch.

Bathroom update on a budget

A Design Art & House

The project: update a tired and dated bathroom on a tight budget. We had to work with the existing space, so we choose modern materials, clean lines, and a black & white color palette. The result is quite stunning and we were able to stay on budget!

Gold Coast Condo Renovation

Elizabeth Stamos Design

This project was a complete gut renovation of our client's gold coast condo in Chicago, IL. We opened up and renovated the kitchen, living dining room, entry and master bathroom

Campbell

Hamilton Architects

This is an example of a contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, an open shower, white tile, subway tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, blue floor, white benchtops, medium wood cabinets and an open shower.

Contemporary Bathroom Design Ideas with White Tile and Quartzite Benchtops

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.