Vertical mosaic tile emulates a waterfall is a playful way to add some style. The laundry room sits behind the bathroom and is connected via pocket door to hide as needed. (Seth Benn Photography)

The basement batthroom is bright and open. There is plenty of room for the laundry facilities and additional cabinetry.
Photo of a large traditional bathroom in Denver with a corner shower, beige walls, a vessel sink, shaker cabinets and green cabinets.

Rob Nelson
Photo of a mid-sized transitional bathroom in Toronto with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, a corner shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, porcelain tile, an undermount sink, onyx benchtops, grey floor, grey walls, porcelain floors, an open shower and a laundry.

Designed and built by the Brilliant SA team. Copyright Brilliant SA
Photo of a small modern 3/4 bathroom in Other with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, white walls and a laundry.

Eve Wilson
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary bathroom in Melbourne with a freestanding tub, mosaic tile floors, white cabinets, an open shower, white tile, mosaic tile, white walls, wood benchtops, brown benchtops and a laundry.

On April 22, 2013, MainStreet Design Build began a 6-month construction project that ended November 1, 2013 with a beautiful 655 square foot addition off the rear of this client's home. The addition included this gorgeous custom kitchen, a large mudroom with a locker for everyone in the house, a brand new laundry room and 3rd car garage. As part of the renovation, a 2nd floor closet was also converted into a full bathroom, attached to a child’s bedroom; the formal living room and dining room were opened up to one another with custom columns that coordinated with existing columns in the family room and kitchen; and the front entry stairwell received a complete re-design. KateBenjamin Photography

Tudor Spinu http://www.houzz.com/pro/tudor-spinu/
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Montreal with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, beige tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, a sliding shower screen and a laundry.

spa/bathroom in basement
Design ideas for a contemporary bathroom in DC Metro with pebble tile floors and a double shower.

Original to the home was a beautiful stained glass window. The homeowner’s wanted to reuse it and since the laundry room had no exterior window, it was perfect. Natural light from the skylight above the back stairway filters through it and illuminates the laundry room. What was an otherwise mundane space now showcases a beautiful art piece. The room also features one of Cambria’s newest counter top colors, Parys. The rich blue and gray tones are seen again in the blue wall paint and the stainless steel sink and faucet finish. Twin Cities Closet Company provided for this small space making the most of every square inch.

Country laundry room in Philadelphia.

Photo of a beach style bathroom in Atlanta with a freestanding tub, subway tile, yellow tile, yellow walls, mosaic tile floors and white floor.

Designed and built by the Brilliant SA team. Copyright Brilliant SA
Inspiration for a small modern 3/4 bathroom in Other with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, white walls and a laundry.

This lovely Malvern home saw a total transformation of all wet areas, including the main bathroom, ensuite, kitchen, and laundry. A professional couple with two young children, our clients tasked us with turning their newly bought Malvern property into their dream home. The property was in great condition, but the interiors were outdated and lacked the functionality to support a young family’s busy lifestyle. Because this was their forever home, we designed the spaces collaboratively with our clients focusing on nailing their aesthetic brief while providing them with a high level of functionality to suit their present and future needs. Our brief: The design needed to be child-friendly but with a sophisticated aesthetic All materials needed to be durable and have longevity A fresh, modern look with textures was a must The clients love cooking, so a kitchen that was functional as well as beautiful was paramount. The kitchen really is the central hub of this busy home, so we wanted to create a modern, bright, and welcoming space where all the family could gather and share quality time. The first thing to go was the outdated, curved floor-to-ceiling window, which didn’t align with our client’s vision for their dream home. We replaced it with large modern bi-fold stacking doors that let natural light seep in. We also removed an impractical external double door and replaced it with a tightly waterproofed servery bi-fold window, which our clients loved. The existing U-shaped kitchen was impractical with only one access, which created accessibility issues. Our solution was to completely redesign the kitchen to create an L-shaped layout with a large central island and two accesses for even flow. The table-like island was a priority in our client’s wish list because they wanted a spot where they could sit together and share meals and where the children could do homework after school. They loved the idea of sitting facing each other instead of in a line like you do in standard islands. That’s why we installed a custom-made powder-coated steel leg on the island, which looks beautiful and allows the family to sit on either side of it. To update the room’s aesthetics, we selected high-quality and durable materials for a fresh and modern look. The sleek white cabinetry features a super matt melamine finish with anti-fingerprint technology, which is low-maintenance, easy to clean and great for when there are kids in the house. To maximise every inch for functionality, we included smart storage solutions throughout the cabinetry, as well as a spacious pantry that can be tucked away when not in use. To create visual intrigue and add a textured layer to the space, we juxtaposed the smooth surfaces of the cabinetry and porcelain benchtop with a textured, hand-made look tiled splashback. The splashback is easy to maintain thanks to its epoxy grout, which is waterproof and repels dirt and grime. We also included lovely natural timber handles to add an organic touch to the design. We wanted the room to feel bright and happy, so LED downlights were evenly distributed throughout, complete with dimmers for when mood lighting was needed. We also used LED strip lighting under all overhead cabinetry and an automatic light in the pantry. The finishing touch was the lovely hub pendant above the island, which certainly takes the room’s aesthetics to the next level. To continue with the same modern tactile look in the laundry, we used a handmade square tile paired with led lighting to showcase the texture in the tile. Because the space also needed to be easy to maintain (and child friendly), we used super matt melamine with anti-fingerprint technology for the cabinetry with porcelain benchtops for ultimate durability. We used large-format tiles, which are easy to maintain and create the illusion of space, perfect for this small room. Lack of storage was solved with large floor to ceiling cupboards, which allowed us to use every inch of the room. To add a warm touch to this bright and airy space, we used circular timber handles. For the family bathroom and the ensuite, we continued the child-friendly theme by utilising large-format tiles pair with anti-fingerprint finishes for the cabinetry. In line with the modern aesthetic of the kitchen and laundry, we wanted to create a sophisticated space that felt unique to the home. Because we also wanted the bathrooms to feel calm and serene, we introduced curves in the design for a softer look and feel. The circular shape theme proposed by the custom mirrors continues in the basin, large free-standing bath and natural timber handles. The client loved the idea of using gunmetal finishes instead of the traditional chrome finish, so we selected gunmetal tapware which looks amazing paired with the custom arch mirrors. The led lighting around the mirrors provides function and form, being a decorative feature that creates mood lighting and additional task lighting. LED downlights were also evenly distributed throughout the spaces- all with dimmers for versatility. Drawers were the preferred method of storage, and they include concealed power points for practicality which was a critical point of our brief.

The soft green opalescent tile in the shower and on the floor creates a subtle tactile geometry, in harmony with the matte white paint used on the wall and ceiling; semi gloss is used on the trim for additional subtle contrast. The sink has clean simple lines while providing much-needed accessible storage space. A clear frameless shower enclosure allows unobstructed views of the space.

Elizabeth Strianese Interiors and Meredith Heuer photography. We opted for a classic inspired bathroom with literally "splashes" of fun for these little girls. The triple laundry sink serves the 3 children nicely with it's deep basin and built in soap holders. Simplicity was key when selecting a class marble hex floor tile and white subway tile for the bulk of the room - but then we had a little fun with the colorful glass mosaic tile in the tub niche. Handblown locally made light fixtures from Dan Spitzer over the sink keep my signature of "local and handmade" alive.

Contemporary bathroom in Toronto with a vessel sink.

Studio Z Design Bathroom Renovation Nick Moshenko Photography
Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall utility room in Toronto with beige walls, white cabinets, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, marble floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and beige benchtop.

ARDH, bathroom
Mid-sized modern bathroom in Brisbane with a drop-in tub, beige tile, white walls, travertine floors and beige floor.

A Minimal Modern Spa Bathroom completed by Storybook Interiors of Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary master bathroom in Grand Rapids with gray tile, quartzite benchtops, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, ceramic tile, ceramic floors and a vessel sink.