Marcon General Home Improvements, Jane Beiles Photography
This is an example of a transitional master bathroom in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, an undermount sink and grey benchtops.

Art Deco Inspired Master Bathroom

F. D. Hodge Interiors

Master Bathroom Vanity detail Photo: Michael J Lee
Inspiration for a large transitional bathroom in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and grey benchtops.

Garfield

Oakley Home Builders

Krista Sobkowiak
Inspiration for a large contemporary master bathroom in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray tile, beige walls, marble floors, marble benchtops and grey benchtops.

Lido Isle

Graystone Custom Builders, Inc.

Home Design/Build by: Graystone Custom Builders, Inc., Newport Beach, CA 92663 (949) 466-0900
Photo of a traditional bathroom in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, brown floor and grey benchtops.

Ferndale Cottage

Kitty Lee Architecture

Design ideas for a small contemporary master bathroom in Sydney with brown cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, limestone floors, a wall-mount sink, concrete benchtops, grey floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Fairway Whole House Renovation

Preservation & Renovation

Designed by Desiree Dutcher Construction by Roger Dutcher Photography by Beth Singer
Photo of a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in Detroit with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a two-piece toilet, white tile, subway tile, white walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and grey benchtops.

PURE Upward Residence

PURE Design Inc.

Design ideas for a modern bathroom in Vancouver with an undermount tub, gray tile, stone slab, white walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, brown floor, grey benchtops and a double vanity.

San Juan Spanish Revival

Concept Design, Inc.

This primary bath built in vanity area
Large mediterranean master bathroom in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount tub, an open shower, a bidet, white tile, ceramic tile, white walls, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Robinswood Crescent

Hygge and Cwtch Design Studio

Large contemporary kids bathroom in Cardiff with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, white tile, porcelain tile, concrete benchtops, grey benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

San Dimas Contemporary Master Bathroom Remodel

Classic Kitchens, Etc.

Both of these bathrooms have a very eclectic vibe. They stand out in their own way, one with bold patterns, and one with drastic elegant features. In the master bath we used a Carrera marble for the counter top, and utilized the same marble for the shower seat and the shower dam. On the vanity we used a square undermount sink, topped with a Moen faucet in an 8 inch spread. Under the countertop sits a clean, white painted raised panel cabinet with drawers to match. However, the true feature is the mosaic 2x2 hexagon pattern mosaic Carrera marble back splash. Choosing to tile the entire wall made the small vanity a true feature in the space. Another feature is the gorgeous shower, utilizing the same 2x2 mosaic marble on the top 1/3, and the shower floor. A 4x12 beveled subway tile was used on the majority of the shower wall. Matching the chrome features, we used a Moen faucet with a standard shower head, hand shower on a rail, and a wall mounted transfer valve. A simple shower niche with a 16” top portion, and a small 3” lower, with the Carrera marble insert to separate them. The flooring is a specially designed 6x16 matte finish porcelain tile, laid in a herringbone pattern for form and function in this small but elegant master bath. The guest bathroom boasts a brand new shower and tub combo reaching all the way up. What use to be a tub with drywall, is now a classic fabric looking 12x24 commercially rated porcelain tile. Including the window, so it can be used as its own shower niche of sorts. Yet again we offered a standard shower, and hand shower combination, but with a transfer valve connected to the shower head. We used our pride and joy, the floated shower and paired it with a shorter 15 inch tub height, to keep the water in, but offer an easier entrance to the shower area. The flooring is again a feature unto itself with the 20x20 varied patterned tile that matches the fabric tile of the shower space. A vanity that mimics the master bathroom including the square undermount sink, the chrome Moen faucet in an 8 inch spread, and the pulls on the cabinet doors, and knobs on the drawers.

Pacific Kitchen & Baths

HDR Remodeling Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional kids bathroom in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an alcove tub, an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, ceramic tile, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain, grey benchtops, a niche, a single vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Master Bathroom Remodel

Grayscale Homes Designs

Large scandinavian master wet room bathroom in New York with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, a one-piece toilet, white tile, mosaic tile, white walls, mosaic tile floors, a vessel sink, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured floor, an open shower, grey benchtops and a double vanity.

Farmhouse on the Hill

Elizabeth Strianese Interiors LLC

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary kids bathroom in New York with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a drop-in tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a wall-mount toilet, blue tile, porcelain tile, blue walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor, grey benchtops, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Stately Rejuvenation

Mountainwood Homes

The master bathroom remodel features a new wood vanity, round mirrors, white subway tile with dark grout, and patterned black and white floor tile.
Inspiration for a small transitional 3/4 bathroom in Portland with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a drop-in tub, an open shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, grey walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, black floor, an open shower, grey benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Stately Rejuvenation

Mountainwood Homes

The master bathroom remodel features a new wood vanity, round mirrors, white subway tile with dark grout, and patterned black and white floor tile. Patterned tile is used for the shower niche.

Ocean Course Master Bath

KMD Interiors

Full renovation of master bath. Removed linen closet and added mirrored linen cabinet to have create a more seamless feel.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional master bathroom in Charleston with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white tile, porcelain tile, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, an enclosed toilet, a double vanity, a built-in vanity, wallpaper and a freestanding tub.

Four-Square Craftsman Classic

Sheila Mayden Interiors

Carrara marble walk-in shower with dual showering stations and floating slab bench.
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts master bathroom in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a freestanding tub, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, white tile, marble, grey walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, white floor, a hinged shower door, grey benchtops, a shower seat, a double vanity and a freestanding vanity.

Thornton Double Bath Remodel

Dee Hurford Designs

The bathtub was replaced with the Asher alcove bathtub by Kohler to compliment the clean lines of the Asher toilet. The shower curtain was eliminated and replaced with a frameless sliding glass door by Vigo. Two colors and materials were used for the tile. We took up to the ceiling. Glass Night Sky 3x12 subway tile was used for the upper portion in a 4x4 herringbone pattern while gloss white 3x6 ceramic subway tile was used for the bottom.

Sunset Hill Bath

Jackson Design Build

Design ideas for a transitional master bathroom in Seattle with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, an alcove shower, mosaic tile floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, multi-coloured floor, grey benchtops, a double vanity and a built-in vanity.

Historic Craftsman Interior

Wendy Wilson & Associates

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts master bathroom in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, gray tile, ceramic tile, beige walls, marble floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, white floor, grey benchtops, a single vanity, a built-in vanity and decorative wall panelling.

White Bathroom Design Ideas with Grey Benchtops

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.