transitional bathroom renovation
Photo of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Seattle with blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Canyon Meadows Residence

LD&A

Photo of a large transitional master bathroom in Calgary with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, grey floor, white benchtops, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, porcelain tile, engineered quartz benchtops, a hinged shower door, a niche and a shower seat.

Jack & Jill Bath

Jemm Interiors

Mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a drop-in tub, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

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Amy Pearson Design

Relocating to Portland, Oregon from California, this young family immediately hired Amy to redesign their newly purchased home to better fit their needs. The project included updating the kitchen, hall bath, and adding an en suite to their master bedroom. Removing a wall between the kitchen and dining allowed for additional counter space and storage along with improved traffic flow and increased natural light to the heart of the home. This galley style kitchen is focused on efficiency and functionality through custom cabinets with a pantry boasting drawer storage topped with quartz slab for durability, pull-out storage accessories throughout, deep drawers, and a quartz topped coffee bar/ buffet facing the dining area. The master bath and hall bath were born out of a single bath and a closet. While modest in size, the bathrooms are filled with functionality and colorful design elements. Durable hex shaped porcelain tiles compliment the blue vanities topped with white quartz countertops. The shower and tub are both tiled in handmade ceramic tiles, bringing much needed texture and movement of light to the space. The hall bath is outfitted with a toe-kick pull-out step for the family’s youngest member!

South Loop: Federal St

Lugbill Designs

This is an example of a small transitional bathroom in Chicago with blue cabinets, white walls, multi-coloured floor, white benchtops, shaker cabinets, marble floors, engineered quartz benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Benjamin Moore Old Navy Bathroom

BB&R Design-Build

Luxury Bathroom featuring Benjamin Moore Navy Blue Vanity, Carrara Marble, and gorgeous Emerson Wood tile flooring. Spacious shower fearing frameless glass door design, stunning tile accents and universal design features like Spectra Slide bar Mount Hand Shower.

Macon Street Remodel & Design

Poonams By Design

Inspiration for a transitional 3/4 bathroom in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, black and white tile, beige walls, an undermount sink, multi-coloured floor, a shower curtain and white benchtops.

Guest Bathroom

Buyuk Interiors, Inc.

Design ideas for a small transitional master bathroom in Boston with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, white tile, porcelain tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops and white floor.

Masculine Guest Bath

Bennett Design Co.

For this guest bath, often used by the man of the house, we kept the same footprint but wanted to update the finishes. Since this is a secondary space, budget was a consideration, and we were up for the job! We opted for darker, more masculine colors with a touch of deep blue. Natural textures and dark, warm colors set the palette. We chose bronze fixtures to really anchor the room. Since the budget was a concern, we selected an affordable shower wall tile and only splurged on the niche insert. We used a pre-fabricated vanity and paired it with a remnant countertop piece. We were even able to order the shower door online!

Lakewood

Creative Kitchen and Bath

Design ideas for a transitional kids bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, blue tile, grey floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a niche, a shower seat and a built-in vanity.

Ranch Revival

Courtney Thomas Design

We planned a thoughtful redesign of this beautiful home while retaining many of the existing features. We wanted this house to feel the immediacy of its environment. So we carried the exterior front entry style into the interiors, too, as a way to bring the beautiful outdoors in. In addition, we added patios to all the bedrooms to make them feel much bigger. Luckily for us, our temperate California climate makes it possible for the patios to be used consistently throughout the year. The original kitchen design did not have exposed beams, but we decided to replicate the motif of the 30" living room beams in the kitchen as well, making it one of our favorite details of the house. To make the kitchen more functional, we added a second island allowing us to separate kitchen tasks. The sink island works as a food prep area, and the bar island is for mail, crafts, and quick snacks. We designed the primary bedroom as a relaxation sanctuary – something we highly recommend to all parents. It features some of our favorite things: a cognac leather reading chair next to a fireplace, Scottish plaid fabrics, a vegetable dye rug, art from our favorite cities, and goofy portraits of the kids. --- Project designed by Courtney Thomas Design in La Cañada. Serving Pasadena, Glendale, Monrovia, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, and Altadena. For more about Courtney Thomas Design, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/portfolio/functional-ranch-house-design/

Fun Family Bathroom

Laurie DiGiacomo Interiors

Crisp blue and white family bathroom. My clients wanted a bathroom that was fun but that could grow with their tweens. This bathroom feels fresh with the geometric marble floor and fun penny tiles in the shower.

Bothell Kitchen & Bath Reno

Bora&Co Construction

This is an example of a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Seattle with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Pristine Tranquil Primary Bathroom with Free Standing Tub and Tiled Shower

Cabinet-S-Top

This Primary Bathroom was divided into two separate spaces. The homeowner wished for a more relaxing tub experience and at the same time desired a larger shower. To accommodate these wishes, the spaces were opened, and the entire ceiling was vaulted to create a cohesive look and flood the entire bathroom with light. The entry double-doors were reduced to a single entry door that allowed more space to shift the new double vanity down and position a free-standing soaker tub under the smaller window. The old tub area is now a gorgeous, light filled tiled shower. This bathroom is a vision of a tranquil, pristine alpine lake and the crisp chrome fixtures with matte black accents finish off the look.

Comfortably Classic Family Home

Coddington Design

Inspiration for a large transitional master bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a freestanding tub, an alcove shower, gray tile, glass tile, white walls, ceramic floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, white benchtops, a double vanity, a built-in vanity and decorative wall panelling.

Jack & Jill Bath...

Jemm Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional master bathroom in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a drop-in tub, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, grey floor, white benchtops, a niche, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, a shower/bathtub combo and an open shower.

Stone Oak Whole House Remodel

Haven Design and Construction

A breath of fresh air...The previously beige primary bath was given a completely new look by fully opening up the enclosed shower, installing a quartz shower seat and curb and by installing large format marble look wall tiles to lighten and brighten the space. The expansive shower is a dream with luxury plumbing fixtures and easy to clean porcelain tiles that resemble marble. The decorative tile rug and dark blue-gray cabinets add contrast. The built in tub was replaced with a modern freestanding tub and the room is flooded with light by the new picture window that was previously glass block. A remote control privacy shade allows the user to easily open the shade to enjoy the view or to lower it for privacy. Antique gold cabinet hardware and lighting fixtures complete the elegant space.

Blakeney Primary Bath

Tailored Designs

This is an example of a transitional master bathroom in Charlotte with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a freestanding tub, a corner shower, gray tile, marble, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, a hinged shower door, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, white floor, white benchtops and decorative wall panelling.

Main Level and Laundry Remodel Maple Grove 2021

Titus Contracting

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional 3/4 bathroom in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, white walls, vinyl floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, brown floor, a sliding shower screen, white benchtops, a single vanity and a built-in vanity.

Avery's side

Ejay Interiors

Mid-sized transitional bathroom in Denver with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, white tile, stone tile, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a niche, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and wallpaper.

Transitional Bathroom Design Ideas with Blue Cabinets

If you’re looking for transitional 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 Transitional 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.