The shape of the bathroom, and the internal characteristics of the property, provided the ingredients to create a challenging layout design. The sloping ceiling, an internal flue from the ground-floor woodburning stove, and the exposed timber architecture. The puzzle was solved by the inclusion of a dwarf wall behind the bathtub in the centre of the room. It created the space for a large walk-in shower that wasn’t compromised by the sloping ceiling or the flue. The exposed timber and brickwork of the Cotswold property add to the style of the space and link the master ensuite to the rest of the home.

Modern white bathroom has curbless, doorless shower enabling wheel chair accessibility. White stone walls and floor add to the sleek contemporary look. Winnetka Il bathroom remodel by Benvenuti and Stein. Photography- Norman Sizemore

Veronica Martin Design Studio Photography: Justin Van Leeuwen

Steve Ryan

Photo: Lisa Petrol

Master walk-in shower, recessed shelves, granite benches, two-shower heads plus a rain head!

Builder: J. Peterson Homes Interior Designer: Francesca Owens Photographers: Ashley Avila Photography, Bill Hebert, & FulView Capped by a picturesque double chimney and distinguished by its distinctive roof lines and patterned brick, stone and siding, Rookwood draws inspiration from Tudor and Shingle styles, two of the world’s most enduring architectural forms. Popular from about 1890 through 1940, Tudor is characterized by steeply pitched roofs, massive chimneys, tall narrow casement windows and decorative half-timbering. Shingle’s hallmarks include shingled walls, an asymmetrical façade, intersecting cross gables and extensive porches. A masterpiece of wood and stone, there is nothing ordinary about Rookwood, which combines the best of both worlds. Once inside the foyer, the 3,500-square foot main level opens with a 27-foot central living room with natural fireplace. Nearby is a large kitchen featuring an extended island, hearth room and butler’s pantry with an adjacent formal dining space near the front of the house. Also featured is a sun room and spacious study, both perfect for relaxing, as well as two nearby garages that add up to almost 1,500 square foot of space. A large master suite with bath and walk-in closet which dominates the 2,700-square foot second level which also includes three additional family bedrooms, a convenient laundry and a flexible 580-square-foot bonus space. Downstairs, the lower level boasts approximately 1,000 more square feet of finished space, including a recreation room, guest suite and additional storage.

Master Bath in Log Home

Old Town Park city steam shower in the master suite. Photography by Scott Zimmerman

This multi-award winning bathroom was designed by Urbane Projects and incorporates the sleek look of stone floors with custom cabinetry, mirrors and accent tiles. Styling by Urbane Projects Photography by Joel Barbitta, D-Max Photography

Interior Design: Vivid Interior Builder: Hendel Homes Photography: LandMark Photography

This custom bathroom showcases a beautiful mosaic along the back wall of the "wet room" shower enclosure. A freestanding tub sits inside the wet room for a sauna spa-like experience.