The his and hers handthrown vessel sinks by Jeff Brown Pottery in North Carolina (a custom creation via an etsy find) sit attop a slab of Fossil Black Marble. This extremely unique type of stone was the first selection, made years and years ago, and the driving force behind many of the other choices. In developing the design, we made some direct (and so so interesting) references to Japanese design. The vanity, for example, sits upon an elevated platform to create the feel of a Japanese Tokonoma (a recessed area to display works of art). Photography by Schweitzer Creative

Contemporary Asian Bathroom

Fraley and Company

As stone does, this sliced stone mosaic floor takes on entirely different characteristics when splashed with water. Photography by Schweitzer Creative

His Master Bath

User

This is a view of His Master Bath. This space is designed for accessiblity and aging in place: decorative grab bars, wheelchair accessible shower, folding shower door, folding shower bench, etc. The cabinets are maple, the counter tops quartz, the floor Forbo Marmoleum, and the custom tri-folding shower door is low iron satin glass. Photo: David H. Lidsky Architect

Contemporary Asian Bathroom

Fraley and Company

We added both a rainshower head and an adjustable shower head because there was the space, and yes please. The linearly textured porcelain tile laid vertically gives visual height to the shower, which when hit with water becomes rich, dark and dramatic. The silver grout picks up the colors of the brushed nickle shower fixtures, and compliments the grey porcelain niche back. Photography by Schweitzer Creative.

Spring 2014 Lake Guest House Renovation

Tulsa Design Therapy

The original bath had a tiny shower, so the room was expanded to include a 5.5' x 3' step-in shower with seat and niches, hand-held sprayer and diverter valve...and 6" can vent lights with separate fan switch. 6" square tile was used to keep an element of the 80's feel in the ranch house. New tall cabinetry was installed for increased towel and supply storage.

Contemporary Asian Bathroom

Fraley and Company

At the top of the list of requests (demands?) was ample storage. As we lost the typical drawer and base cabinet storage by choosing a floating vanity, we made up for it with a custom birch floating medicine cabinet. The lower door flips down and uses an armed hinge to hold it open at horizontally, creating an additional shelf when in use. Super handy outlets reside, unseen, at the back of the cabinet. Photography by Schweitzer Creative

Contemporary Asian Bathroom

Fraley and Company

The Shoji screen door with simple, clean, geometry separates the water closet from the rest of the bathroom, allowing for natural light, as well as privacy. Photography by Schweitzer Creative

Rustic Bathroom

DW3 Construction LLC

As you can see the bathroom vanity and countertop ties in nicely with the rest of the home.

Country Club Loop

Level Ground Enterprise, LLC

Jennifer Cohen

San Diego Bathroom Remodel by Remodel Works

Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen

This remodeled San Diego bathroom features a large, circular stand-alone bathtub accented with glass mosaic tile. A large, alcove shower features stone, marble and glass tile as well as a built-in shower alcove. A his and hers vanity features frame-less mirrors. The bathroom is tied together with two blue, blown glass vanity lights that evoke an under-water feeling. Photo by Scott Basile.

Tiny Bathroom Refresh

Just Go Home Design

Britney Stanley

Very French Bathroom

Jennifer Ryan Design

Pedestal sinks with polished nickel base

Very French Bathroom

Jennifer Ryan Design

There are more choices than you think for glass shower door handles!

Bathrooms & Powder Rooms

WL Kitchen & Home

Black Butte

Made To Order Woodworks LLC

Nature Inspired Bathroom

Corvallis Custom Kitchens & Baths

Petrified Marwild wood sink with Brizio Rock Waterfall faucet on Ubatuba granite countertops. Myrtlewood cabinetry in shaker style. Marmoleum flooring in Donkey Island.

Nature Inspired Bathroom

Corvallis Custom Kitchens & Baths

Petrified Marwild wood sink with Brizio Rock Waterfall faucet on Ubatuba granite countertops. Myrtlewood cabinetry in shaker style.

San Diego Bathroom Remodel by Remodel Works

Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen

San Diego Bathroom Remodel by Remodel Works

Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen

Tiny Bathroom Refresh

Just Go Home Design

Britney Stanley

Bathroom Design Ideas with Light Wood Cabinets and Linoleum Floors

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.