Guest Bath
Small modern kids bathroom in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Family Ties | Lake Oswego Custom Home

Mountainwood Homes

This kid's bathroom has a simple design that will never go out of style. This black and white bathroom features Alder cabinetry, contemporary mirror wrap, matte hexagon floor tile, and a playful pattern tile used for the backsplash and shower niche.

Bathtub/Shower Combo with Tiled Niche

KraftMaster Renovations

Long subway tiles cover these shower walls offering a glossy look, with small hexagonal tiles lining the shower niche for some detailing. Photos by Chris Veith

Modern Bathroom

Schulte Design Build

Our clients wanted to update the bathroom on the main floor to reflect the style of the rest of their home. The clean white lines, gold fixtures and floating vanity give this space a very elegant and modern look.

Bed Stuy Kitchen + Bath Remodel

Soeur Interiors

Photo of a small modern kids bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, ceramic tile, porcelain floors, solid surface benchtops, blue floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Seeing Blue

Victoria Highfill

This is an example of a small modern 3/4 bathroom in Nashville with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Danforth Open Concept Semi

Carter Fox Design Build

Carter Fox Renovations was hired to do a total gut job on this 100-year old East Toronto semi-detached home. On the main floor we opened up the space, removed all the original finishes and installed all new hardwood flooring, electrical and plumbing. Upstairs we reconfigured the bathroom, installed hardwood throughout, restored the original plaster ceilings and walls and painted the entire space. The clients are thrilled with their new space - especially the kitchen-focused main floor, which features a coffee bar, lots of storage and a compact main floor powder room tucked under the stairs. Photo by Julie Carter

Modern Blue and Tan Bathroom w/ Shower Niche

Jennifer Gustafson Interior Design

Glass bow tie tile with porcelain shower niche. Photo Credit: Christopher Stark
This is an example of a small modern bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, an integrated sink, solid surface benchtops and a shower curtain.

Secondary "Casbah" Bath

Burlock Interiors

Meredith Heuer
Photo of a large modern 3/4 bathroom in New York with white cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, glass tile, green walls, porcelain floors, furniture-like cabinets, an alcove tub, a two-piece toilet, green tile, a trough sink, white floor and a shower curtain.

Lake Travis Overlook

Marion Interior Design

This is an example of a mid-sized modern kids bathroom in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Giddy Up!

Kimball Modern Design + Interiors

This is an example of a modern bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, red tile, ceramic tile, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Meridian - Primary Bathroom

Balboa Design Group

Photo of a small modern bathroom in San Diego with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, green walls, vinyl floors, an integrated sink, engineered quartz benchtops, beige floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Mangels

Che Interiors

The client came to us looking for a bathroom remodel for their Glen Park home. They had two seemingly opposing interests—creating a spa getaway and a child-friendly bathroom. The space served many roles. It was the main guest restroom, mom’s get-ready and relax space, and the kids’ stomping grounds. We took all of these functional needs and incorporated them with mom’s aesthetic goals. First, we doubled the medicine cabinets to provide ample storage space. Rounded-top, dark metal mirrors created a soft but modern appearance. Then, we paired these with a wooden floating vanity with black hardware and a simple white sink. This piece brought in a natural, spa feel and made space for the kids to store their step stool. We enveloped the room with a simple stone floor and white subway tiles set vertically to elongate the small space. As the centerpiece, we chose a large, sleek tub and surrounded it in an entirely unique textured stone tile. Tactile and warm, the tile created a soothing, restful environment. We added an inset for storage, plenty of black metal hooks for the kids’ accessories, and modern black metal faucets and showerheads. Finally, we accented the space with orb sconces for a starlet illusion. Once the design was set, we prepared site measurements and permit drawings, sourced all materials, and vetted contractors. We assisted in working with vendors and communicating between all parties. This little space now serves as the portfolio piece of the home.

Mishku House

Gulf Building LLC

Photo of a mid-sized modern kids bathroom in Miami with grey cabinets, an alcove tub, gray tile, white walls, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche and a single vanity.

One Room Challenge: Lyons Bathroom, Powder and Laundry Room

Brittany Lyons Interiors

This is an example of a small modern master bathroom in Dallas with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Lynnwood Bathroom Makeover

Trendsetter Renovations Ltd.

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern bathroom in Calgary with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Fun Guest Bathroom

DANIELLE Interior Design & Decor

Adding double faucets in a wall mounted sink to this guest bathroom is such a fun way for the kids to brush their teeth. Keeping the walls white and adding neutral tile and finishes makes the room feel fresh and clean.

Talega Casual Rustic Remodel

maison blue design group

Photo of a small modern kids bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white walls, porcelain floors, a drop-in sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Hialeah Bathroom Remodel

WoodHaus Design

Small modern master bathroom in Miami with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, cement tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Hong Residence- Bathroom Remodel

So Cal Builders & Design

Mid-sized modern 3/4 bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Modern Bathroom Design Ideas with a Shower Curtain

If you’re looking for modern 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 Modern 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.