Geri cruickshank Eaker
Inspiration for a small modern master bathroom in Charlotte with a vessel sink, dark wood cabinets, a japanese tub, a curbless shower, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, grey walls and porcelain floors.

West Asheville Bungalow Bath Addition

Align Design LLC

This project was focused on eeking out space for another bathroom for this growing family. The three bedroom, Craftsman bungalow was originally built with only one bathroom, which is typical for the era. The challenge was to find space without compromising the existing storage in the home. It was achieved by claiming the closet areas between two bedrooms, increasing the original 29" depth and expanding into the larger of the two bedrooms. The result was a compact, yet efficient bathroom. Classic finishes are respectful of the vernacular and time period of the home.

Easy, Breezy Modern Lakehouse

By Design Interiors, Inc.

Bold, blue guest bathroom with painted built-in, furniture look vanity and cabinetry. The cerulean blue pairs with matte black plumbing, hardware and scones. Its unique, impactful hidden space within this modern lake house.

Post Modern Bungalo

REDinterior

Photo of a small midcentury bathroom in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a corner tub, a corner shower, blue tile, terrazzo floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

a. jennison interiors uses clé in brooklyn townhouse kitchen and bath remodel

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strong clean lines of this townhouse bathroom are accentuated with the use of elegant and classic "fleur de lys" inspired "four leaf clover pattern". this clé favorite adds a splash of retro charm to any space, no matter how small! photography by jessica glynn

Menlo Park - Wallea

Melissa Nierman Designs

Inspiration for a small traditional 3/4 bathroom in San Francisco with a built-in vanity, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a one-piece toilet, marble benchtops, black benchtops, a single vanity, wallpaper, blue walls and a vessel sink.

Harringay Victorian Flat

Emilie Fournet Interiors

Kasia Fiszer
Small eclectic kids bathroom in London with furniture-like cabinets, beige cabinets, a freestanding tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, blue tile, cement tile, blue walls, cement tiles, a console sink, marble benchtops, white floor and a shower curtain.

Cape St. Clair Bathroom Remodel

Professional Building and Renovations, LLC

Photo of a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, brown floor and a sliding shower screen.

New house inner city

Baker Drofenik Architects Pty Ltd

intense blue bathroom
Inspiration for a small contemporary master bathroom in Melbourne with an open shower, blue tile, ceramic tile, blue walls, ceramic floors, a wall-mount sink, grey floor, an open shower, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Tenafly NJ Tudor

Rachael Liberman Design LLC

This house had not been upgraded since the 1960s. As a result, it needed to be modernized for aesthetic and functional reasons. At first we worked on the powder room and small master bathroom. Over time, we also gutted the kitchen, originally three small rooms, and combined it into one large and modern space. The decor has a rustic style with a modern flair, which is reflected in much of the furniture choices. Interior Design by Rachael Liberman

Former school house

Blenheim Bathrooms

Design ideas for a small contemporary kids wet room bathroom in Oxfordshire with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a one-piece toilet, black tile, porcelain tile, green walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink, wood benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, multi-coloured benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Rustic Lake House Retreat | Sammamish, WA

ACH Design LLC

Andrew O'Neill, Clarity Northwest (Seattle)
Small country master bathroom in Seattle with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, stone tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, a vessel sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

MASTER SUITE ADDITON

HAVEN design+building llc

Incorporating the same classic materials as the Bedroom, this Master Bathroom has a jetted tub, walk in shower and wall-mounted vanity. The cathedral ceiling make the compact floor plan feel spacious.photos: HAVEN design+building llc

Stannage Avenue Residence

Ogawa Fisher Architects

Skylights, glass tile, and a custom vanity bring sparkle, drama, and warmth to the landlocked bathroom in the center of the house. Joe Fletcher Photography

North Center: Oakley

Lugbill Designs

Inspired by a midcentury modern style, we added an amazing wallpaper and tied it all together with brass finishes.
Photo of a small transitional bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, dark hardwood floors, a drop-in sink, granite benchtops, brown floor, white benchtops, a single vanity and wallpaper.

A Powder Room Remodel in Madison, WI

Sweeney Design Remodel

Sweeney Design Remodel updated all the finishes, including the flooring and wallpaper. We replaced a pedestal sink and wall-hung cabinet with a beautiful Mexican-painted sink the clients had collected and set it on a wooden vanity. Glacier-white granite was featured on the powder bath vanity. The floor was replaced with a terracotta-colored hexagon tile that complemented the ornate sink, and indigo wallpaper with a subtle botanical print tied the room together. A stunning crystal chandelier offered another focal point for the space. For storage, we added matching corner cabinets with granite countertops.

Trendy Blue Cottage

Six Walls Inc

Photo of a small transitional master bathroom in Seattle with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, an open shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, marble benchtops, beige floor, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Vestavia Master Bath

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Design ideas for a small transitional master bathroom in Atlanta with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door and white benchtops.

NoPo Master Suite

Howells Architecture + Design

A poky upstairs layout becomes a spacious master suite, complete with a Japanese soaking tub to warm up in the long, wet months of the Pacific Northwest. The master bath now contains a central space for the vanity, a “wet room” with shower and an "ofuro" soaking tub, and a private toilet room. Photos by Laurie Black

Brilliant Bathroom for Great Guests

CQC Home

This is an example of a small modern 3/4 bathroom in Raleigh with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white tile, subway tile, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, an undermount sink, brown floor and a shower curtain.

Small Blue 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.