Our clients were looking to erase the 90s from their master bathroom and create a space that blended their contemporary tastes with natural elements. This bathroom had wonderful bones with a high ceiling and plenty of space, but we were able to work with our clients to create a design that better met their needs and utilized the space to its full potential. We wanted to create a sense of warmth in this large master bathroom and adding a fireplace to the space did the trick. By moving the tub location, we were able to create a stunning accent wall of stacked stone that provided a home for the fireplace and a perfectly dramatic backdrop for the new freestanding bathtub. The sculptural copper light fixture helps to soften the stone wall and allowed us to emphasize those vaulted ceiling. Playing with metal finishes is one of our favorite pastimes, and this bathroom was the perfect opportunity to blend sleek matte black plumbing fixtures with a mirrored copper finish on the light fixtures. We tied the vanity wall sconces in with a dramatic sculptural chandelier above the bath tub by using copper finishes on both and allowing the light fixtures to be the shining stars of this space. We selected a clean white finish for the custom vanity cabinets and lit them from below to accentuate their floating design. We then completed the look with a waterfall quartz counter to add an elegant texture to the area and extended the stone onto the shower bench to bring the two elements together. The existing shower had been on the small side, so we expanded it into the room and gave them a more spacious shower complete with a built-in bench and recessed niche. Hard surfaces play an important role in any bathroom design, and we wanted to use this opportunity to create an interesting layer of texture through our tile selections. The bathroom floor utilizes a large-scale plank tile installed in a herringbone pattern, while the shower and walls are tiled in a polished white tile to add a bit of reflectivity. The newly transformed bathroom is now a sophisticated space the brings together sleek contemporary finishes with textured natural elements and provides the perfect retreat from the outside world.

4803 Grey Hawk

Epic Homes

Photo of an expansive transitional master wet room bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, a two-piece toilet, multi-coloured tile, glass tile, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

1931 Paradise Valley Restoration/Renovation

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The master bath was part of the additions added to the house in the late 1960s by noted Arizona architect Bennie Gonzales during his period of ownership of the house. Originally lit only by skylights, additional windows were added to balance the light and brighten the space, A wet room concept with undermount tub, dual showers and door/window unit (fabricated from aluminum) complete with ventilating transom, transformed the narrow space. A heated floor, dual copper farmhouse sinks, heated towel rack, and illuminated spa mirrors are among the comforting touches that compliment the space.

Zero Entry Shower

Guthmann Construction

Zero Entry Shower includes a bench seat, shower niches, and a fog free mirror for shaving. Fixtures are from the Delta Brilliance Collection in the Champagne Bronze Finish. Photos by Guthmann Construction

Reforma integral de un piso de 300m2

Oak 2000

Diseñadora: Lola Domènech Constructora: OAK 2000
This is an example of an expansive modern bathroom in Barcelona with a curbless shower, white walls, a trough sink and grey floor.

Beautiful Palatine Master Bath

GS Construction

Inspiration for an expansive transitional master bathroom in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, black and white tile, marble, beige walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, white floor and a hinged shower door.

Luxe Master Bath

Friedman & Shields

Sandler Photography
This is an example of an expansive contemporary master bathroom in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor and an open shower.

Longview Transitional

Arcadia Custom Homes & Renovations

Dustin Peck Photography
Design ideas for an expansive transitional master bathroom in Charlotte with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, a vessel sink, granite benchtops, beige floor and a hinged shower door.

Wheel Universal Design Shower in Traditional Home

Pace Construction Services/Aging in Place

A luxury aging in place shower with extra space to mange a wheelchair. This amazing shower offers the full bathing experience with confidence along with ADA Accessibility. The shower control was specifically place at a lower level at he entrance before entering the shower. Two tile colors gives a two-toned look and feel.

GlassCrafters' Metropolis Series - Framed Shower Enclosure

GlassCrafters Inc

Metropolis Series - Framed Shower Enclosure Metropolis Series, influenced by Tudor window architecture, is fabricated with symmetrical, geometric, grid pattern. This European style from the late 18th Century offers Renaissance embellishments such as luxurious black metal finishes and hard-edge detailing. GlassCrafters’ Metropolis Series is intended to complement a broad range of interior décors including Traditional, Transitional and Art Deco. The Series combines historic styling with fine craftsmanship.

Contemporary Ranch with Golf Course Views

Raugstad Inc.

As a builder of custom homes primarily on the Northshore of Chicago, Raugstad has been building custom homes, and homes on speculation for three generations. Our commitment is always to the client. From commencement of the project all the way through to completion and the finishing touches, we are right there with you – one hundred percent. As your go-to Northshore Chicago custom home builder, we are proud to put our name on every completed Raugstad home.

Manor

Lisa Gabrielson Design

Lauren Rubinstein
Inspiration for an expansive country bathroom in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, black tile, stone tile, white walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops and with a sauna.

CompassHaus

Josh Wynne Construction

Modern waterfront beauty on Longboat Key. Energy Star, Zero Energy, Sustainable. Photo by Ryan Gamma Photography
Design ideas for an expansive modern master bathroom in Tampa with flat-panel cabinets, a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, white tile, white walls, dark wood cabinets and an undermount sink.

Gorgeous Custom Bathroom with Extra Large Shower

JM Kitchen & Bath Design

Juli
Expansive contemporary master bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, beige tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Dallas tx Master bath remodel.

USI Design & Remodeling

Master bath redesign in Plano TX by USI Design & Remodeling.
Expansive traditional master bathroom in Dallas with beige cabinets, a drop-in tub, a corner shower, beige tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

21st Century Redwood Contemporary

Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.

Bathroom.
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary master bathroom in Santa Barbara with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, grey walls, an integrated sink, porcelain floors and engineered quartz benchtops.

Modern Bathroom

Square Inch Design

This is an example of an expansive contemporary master bathroom in Cincinnati with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, black and white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, a vessel sink, an open shower and white floor.

Mt Olympus Residence

Whitten Architects, Inc.

Design ideas for an expansive modern master bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, stone tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Reinterpreted Mid-Century

Marc-Michaels Interior Design

©Edward Butera / ibi designs / Boca Raton, Florida
This is an example of an expansive contemporary master bathroom in Miami with a freestanding tub, an open shower, gray tile, stone tile and porcelain floors.

Carla Ridge Residence

Michael Lee Architects

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary master bathroom in Los Angeles with a curbless shower, ceramic floors, beige floor, a hinged shower door, a niche and a shower seat.

Expansive Bathroom Design Ideas

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.