Expansive contemporary master bathroom in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, a pedestal sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Elizabeth St, Five Dock

Hatch Constructions Group

Inspiration for a large contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a corner tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, beige tile, subway tile, beige walls, marble floors, a pedestal sink, marble benchtops, beige floor, a hinged shower door, multi-coloured benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a floating vanity.

Classic Subway Tile Bathtub Surround

Clay Squared to Infinity

Unglazed porcelain – There is no glazing or any other coating applied to the tile. Their color is the same on the face of the tile as it is on the back resulting in very durable tiles that do not show the effects of heavy traffic. The most common unglazed tiles are the red quarry tiles or the granite looking porcelain ceramic tiles used in heavy commercial areas. Historic matches to the original tiles made from 1890 - 1930's. Subway Ceramic floor tiles are made of the highest quality unglazed porcelain and carefully arranged on a fiber mesh as one square foot sheets. A complimentary black hex is also in stock in both sizes and available by the sheet for creating borders and accent designs. Subway Ceramics offers vintage tile is 3/8" thick, with a flat surface and square edges. The Subway Ceramics collection of traditional subway tile, moldings and accessories.

Ensuite

Built Works

copyright Ben Quinton
Inspiration for a small transitional master bathroom in London with an open shower, a wall-mount toilet, blue tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, marble floors, a pedestal sink, black floor, an open shower, a niche, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Bali Inspired Master Bath

BLAINE architects

Jean Bai/Konstrukt Photo
Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a double shower, a wall-mount toilet, black tile, ceramic tile, black walls, concrete floors, a pedestal sink, grey floor and an open shower.

Contemporary California Surf Shack | Santa Barbara CA

CJ Paone AIA | Archipelago Workshop

Master bath with quartzite floor and basin, Heath wall tiles, sunken and integrally lit mirrors, and an intricately patterned ceiling inset. Images | Kurt Jordan Photography

Newell

Bella Vista Company

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Dallas with a two-piece toilet, white tile, white walls, ceramic floors, subway tile, a pedestal sink, a shower curtain, an alcove tub and a shower/bathtub combo.

Master Bathroom Renovation

Angela Holloway

A true spa experience with a view. The shutters are water tolerable and give the client the ability to adjust the view and privacy level.Professional Photos by Joe Helm (JHelm photography)

Southern Living House-plan: Turn-of-the-Century Riverside Retreat

Southern Places, Inc.

Client previously had a standard pre-fab molded shower with a curtain. She asked for a complete upgrade with full length glass doors, stone/pebble floor, porcelain wall tile with accent of iridescent glass mosaic tile. Fixtures and hardware are in a satin brass finish.

Dover Heights - Alteration & Addition

The Site Foreman

A new take on a classic bathroom style. This can work well for those wanting to keep faith with a heritage building without sacrificing amenity.
Mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Sydney with a claw-foot tub, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, black and white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors and a pedestal sink.

Rancho Santa Fe - Grand Bathroom

Susan Sutherlin Designs

Design ideas for a large traditional master bathroom in San Diego with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a drop-in tub, an alcove shower, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, marble floors, a pedestal sink and marble benchtops.

Colorful Attic Bathroom Remodel

PARSONS CUSTOM REMODELING

Mid-sized eclectic master bathroom in Portland with a drop-in tub, an open shower, white tile, porcelain tile, yellow walls, porcelain floors, a pedestal sink and a two-piece toilet.

Manhattan, NY Residence

Artistic Tile

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in New York with a pedestal sink, solid surface benchtops, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, stone tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors and an alcove tub.

Interior Design

JV Design

Wallpaper and Checkerboard Floor Pattern Master Bath
Photo of a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Other with a pedestal sink, blue walls, dark hardwood floors and white cabinets.

Family Home Newcastle

Aston Matthews

Family bathroom in period property, Newcastle. Featuring 1700mm Rimini cast iron bath, Tradition bath tap, Carlton basin and Tradition basin taps from Aston Matthews Photographer: Jill Tate

Traditional Ceramic Subway Tile Bathroom 001

Kloud 9 Kitchens

Brian Mikec
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Milwaukee with a pedestal sink, black cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, blue walls and mosaic tile floors.

Bathrooms

Kohler

Paneled walls in Benjamin Moore's Iceberg 2122-50 reflect in the mirrored flecks of the Silestone® White Platinum backsplash while the high-arching Polished Chrome faucet accentuates the kitchen's effortless beauty. A classic, creamy vintage-style sink and refreshed antiques add an eclectic allure to the otherwise simple aesthetic.

The Priory Court Estate in Princeton

Gacek Design Group, Inc.

Gacek Design Group - The Priory Court Estate in Princeton - Master Suite: Photos by Halkin Mason Photography, LLC
Photo of a large traditional master bathroom in New York with a one-piece toilet, green tile, green walls, mosaic tile floors and a pedestal sink.

Bath 11084

J.S. Brown & Co.

Westerville Ohio Master Bath designed by J.S. Brown & Co. Photographed by Daniel Feldkamp of Visual Edge studios for Housetrends Magazine Columbus.
Photo of a traditional master bathroom in Columbus with a freestanding tub, a pedestal sink, a corner shower, blue walls, a two-piece toilet, marble floors and multi-coloured floor.

Black and White Art Deco Bathroom

Cypress Design Co.

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury master bathroom in Providence with a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, a pedestal sink, white floor and a hinged shower door.

Master Bathroom Design Ideas with a Pedestal Sink

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.