When our client wanted the design of their master bath to honor their Japanese heritage and emulate a Japanese bathing experience, they turned to us. They had very specific needs and ideas they needed help with — including blending Japanese design elements with their traditional Northwest-style home. The shining jewel of the project? An Ofuro soaking tub where the homeowners could relax, contemplate and meditate. To learn more about this project visit our website: https://www.neilkelly.com/blog/project_profile/japanese-inspired-spa/ To learn more about Neil Kelly Design Builder, Byron Kellar: https://www.neilkelly.com/designers/byron_kellar/

Oohla Bean Modern B&B

Foursquare Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Austin with a japanese tub, an alcove shower, gray tile, ceramic tile and an open shower.

Silverthorne Mountain Modern Home

Trilogy Partners

Maser Bath Tub with Mountain Views michael rath
Photo of a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a japanese tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, green tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink and granite benchtops.

Sarto Avant "Simplicity and Elegance"

User

Expressive collection Avant is built on contrasts of light and dark, large and small scaled, flat and textured. Black and white glossy inserts of glass effectively reflect the play of light and shadows.

Redwood Shores Executive Home Transformation

Design Matters

John Valenti Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a japanese tub, a corner shower, glass tile, beige walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops and a hinged shower door.

JULIETTE CIRCLE

CHER HOUSE

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern master bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a japanese tub, a double shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, marble, white walls, light hardwood floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, brown floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

Zen Modern Bathroom

TOW STUDIOS INTERIOR DESIGN LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized asian master wet room bathroom in Portland with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, a japanese tub, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured walls, pebble tile floors, a trough sink, granite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower and multi-coloured benchtops.

Family Zen

TRK Design Company

Glenn Johnson
This is an example of a mid-sized asian master bathroom in Tampa with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese tub, an open shower, white tile, subway tile, beige walls, slate floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops and an open shower.

MASTER BATHROOM - White and Dark Gray Tile, Japanese Soaker Tub, Corner Shower

Custom Surface Solutions

Custom Surface Solutions (www.css-tile.com) - Owner Craig Thompson (512) 430-1215. This project shows a complete Master Bathroom remodel with before, during and after pictures. Master Bathroom features a Japanese soaker tub, enlarged shower with 4 1/2" x 12" white subway tile on walls, niche and celling., dark gray 2" x 2" shower floor tile with Schluter tiled drain, floor to ceiling shower glass, and quartz waterfall knee wall cap with integrated seat and curb cap. Floor has dark gray 12" x 24" tile on Schluter heated floor and same tile on tub wall surround with wall niche. Shower, tub and vanity plumbing fixtures and accessories are Delta Champagne Bronze. Vanity is custom built with quartz countertop and backsplash, undermount oval sinks, wall mounted faucets, wood framed mirrors and open wall medicine cabinet.

Master Bedroom and Bathroom Renovation

Folding Chair Design

Master bathroom renovation. Custom vanity in Benjamin Moore Hale Navy Hardware from Rejuvenation Lighting from Restoration Hardware Countertop in white thassos marble Backsplash in blue celeste subway tile Floor tile in New Ravenna Sinks, faucets, toilet, shower system from Kohler Mirrors from Restoration Hardware Tub from Albion (Tubby Torre) Portrait from Renaissance Fine Arts Photos by Katie Merkle Photography

Bal Harbour

Complete Home Improvement Group Inc.

Mid-sized modern 3/4 bathroom in Miami with a japanese tub, a one-piece toilet, white tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a hinged shower door, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, porcelain tile, an integrated sink, engineered quartz benchtops and brown floor.

Man Cave Master Bath

Simply Baths & Kitchens

From the mis-matched cabinetry, to the floral wallpaper border, to the hot air balloon accent tiles, the former state of this master bathroom held no relationship to its laid-back bachelor owner. Inspired by his travels, his stays at luxury hotel suites and longing for zen appeal, the homeowner called in designer Rachel Peterson of Simply Baths, Inc. to help him overhaul the room. Removing walls to open up the space and adding a calming neutral grey palette left the space uninterrupted, modern and fresh. To make better use of this 9x9 bathroom, the walk-in shower and Japanese soaking tub share the same space & create the perfect opportunity for a textured, tiled accent wall. Meanwhile, the custom concrete sink offers just the right amount of industrial edge. The end result is a better compliment to the homeowner and his lifestyle & gives the term "man cave" a whole new meaning.

MASTER BATHROOM - White and Dark Gray Tile, Japanese Soaker Tub, Corner Shower

Custom Surface Solutions

A cool shower is just waiting....

King Contracting

RE Home Photography, Marshall Sheppard
This is an example of a mid-sized tropical 3/4 bathroom in Tampa with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a corner shower, multi-coloured tile, mosaic tile, blue walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, grey floor, a hinged shower door, a japanese tub and a two-piece toilet.

Herringbone haven in Kingston

Sara Levy Designs

We wanted to take away the narrow, long feel of this bathroom and brighten it up. We moved the bath to the end of the room and used this beautiful herringbone tile to add detail and warmth.

Zen Master Bath

K Squared Builders - Dale Kramer

Zen Master Bath
This is an example of a mid-sized asian master bathroom in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a japanese tub, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, green tile, porcelain tile, green walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor and a hinged shower door.

North East House

Demetriades + Walker

Peter R. Peirce
Photo of a mid-sized asian master bathroom in New York with furniture-like cabinets, light wood cabinets, a japanese tub, multi-coloured tile, stone tile, beige walls and slate floors.

FUTAGO INTERIOR

MAKHNO studio

The bathroom's design creates a serene retreat with its use of luxurious marble tiling that graces the floor and walls with fluid, grey veining. A freestanding white bathtub acts as the centerpiece, its organic form contrasting with the room's sleek lines. Natural textures are introduced through a woven ottoman, while matte black fixtures and a minimalist shelf bring a contemporary edge to the space.

Japanese Soaking Tub

CBH Architects

A Japanese soaking tub was used in this new master bath. The tub and the combination of warm toned tile, and natural cedar paneling and shelving helped to create a calming, zen atmosphere. Photo by Mike Cuttitta

Bathroom Clad in Reclaimed Wood

CENTENNIAL WOODS

Reclaimed wood adds a biophilic element to this modern/rustic bathroom.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country master bathroom in Denver with a japanese tub, black tile, slate, grey walls and brown floor.

Mid-sized Bathroom Design Ideas with a Japanese Tub

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.