Samantha Ward
Photo of a small traditional master bathroom in Kansas City with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, ceramic floors, grey floor, a sliding shower screen and grey benchtops.

Spring St Bathrooms

Jordan Design-Build Group

Vintage style black & white hexagon floor tile; white subway tile with black liner and grout on the wall. Black & white vanity with matte black pulls. Jenn Verrier, Photographer

Vintage Black and White Bathroom

Builder Boy

This black-and-white powder room is a contrast of old and new as well as a lesson in spending priorities. It features a refurbished pedestal sink with a painted black background all set off by inexpensive subway tile.

Walk In Tubs

American Standard Walk-In Tubs

Our goal is to make customers feel independent and safe in the comfort of their own homes at every stage of life. Through our innovative walk-in tub designs, we strive to improve the quality of life for our customers by providing an accessible, secure way for people to bathe. In addition to our unique therapeutic features, every American Standard walk-in tub includes safety and functionality benefits to fit the needs of people with limited mobility.

Merola Twenties & Subway Guest Bathroom Renovation

Integrity Renovation

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in Nashville with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, black and white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, black floor and a shower curtain.

Whole House Renovation, Washington DC

Finesse Design Remodeling

Kenneth M Wyner Photography
Small traditional kids bathroom in DC Metro with furniture-like cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

Leola Bathroom Renovation

J. Anderson Contracting

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, black floor, a two-piece toilet, white tile and an open shower.

Edgewater Chicago Two Bathrooms Remodel Project

Chi Renovation & Design

This bathroom renovation kept the vintage ambiance while incorporating a few contemporary finishes. We replaced the pedestal sink with a contemporary square, wall mounted sink & faucet, repainted the radiator in a glamorous silver color, installed octagon-designed floor tiles, new subway tile, designed a sleek medicine cabinet, and installed two shower shelves that were safe and out of reach from the client’s children. Home located in Edgewater, Chicago. Designed by Chi Renovation & Design who serve Chicago and it's surrounding suburbs, with an emphasis on the North Side and North Shore. You'll find their work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Skokie, Wilmette, and all of the way up to Lake Forest. For more about Chi Renovation & Design, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/portfolio/vintage-bathrooms-renovation/

Small bathroom but with some creative design, ... so much impact!

Eye 4 Detail

Photo of a small traditional kids bathroom in Ottawa with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink and quartzite benchtops.

Bathrooms

THP Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, white tile, glass tile, grey walls, slate floors and grey floor.

South Dakota Riverfront Home

Wood Specialties, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional kids bathroom in Omaha with beaded inset cabinets, an alcove tub, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, a drop-in sink and granite benchtops.

Retro Three-Quarter Bathroom Renovation

Kitchen & Bath Depot

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in DC Metro with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, black and white tile, subway tile, blue walls, ceramic floors and a pedestal sink.

Byrds English Pub Basement

Karen Spiritoso Designs LLC

Photo of a mid-sized traditional 3/4 bathroom in Dallas with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, black and white tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, a sliding shower screen and grey benchtops.

1800's Victorian Remodel/Extension

Little John Remodeling, Inc

Krista Boland
Design ideas for a large traditional master bathroom in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, stone tile, blue walls, marble floors, an undermount sink and marble benchtops.

Upper West Side Condominium Renovation

Pett & Associates, LLC

Renovated bathroom"After" photo of a gut renovation of a 1960's apartment on Central Park West, New York Photo: Elizabeth Dooley
Design ideas for a small traditional 3/4 bathroom in New York with an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, stone tile, grey walls, mosaic tile floors and a pedestal sink.

D Bathroom

Baldwin Kitchen & Bath Center

Photo of a small traditional master bathroom in Philadelphia with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, beige tile, porcelain tile, beige walls and porcelain floors.

Bathrooms

MBW Designs

Inspiration for a large traditional master bathroom in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, brown walls and porcelain floors.

Winntetka Residence Kid's Bath

North Shore Kitchen & Bath

This bright and cheery kid's bathroom has come a long way from the original dark and boring bathroom. Incorporating a tumbled glass mosaic that resembles sea glass, added a touch of whimsy. Additional storage was essential for a shared bathroom. A porcelain countertop with integral sink makes for easy cleaning. Recessed can lighting provides plenty of general lighting and a light bar above the sink add great additional task lighting. Octagon and dot floor tile and subway tile helps lend itself to the traditional style home. Vanity by Dura Supreme Cabinetry.

Vintage hotel style bathroom renovation

From a Seed Interiors

Contractor: Bruce Black
This is an example of a small traditional master bathroom in Ottawa with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, grey walls and porcelain floors.

Whole House Remodel - Washington DC

Kingston Design Remodeling

Kenneth M Wyner photography
Photo of a small traditional bathroom in DC Metro with a pedestal sink, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, porcelain tile, blue walls and marble floors.

Traditional Bathroom Design Ideas with an Alcove Tub

If you’re looking for traditional 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 Traditional 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.