Swiss Alps Photography
Small traditional master bathroom in Portland with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a curbless shower, a wall-mount toilet, beige tile, travertine, beige walls, travertine floors, an undermount sink, engineered quartz benchtops, multi-coloured floor and a hinged shower door.

39 Fifth Avenue

LD Design

The old tub was removed to allow for a walk-in shower sheathed in stone, with a glass enclosure, a heated marble floor, fittings by Kallista from Ann Sacks, and Mirror Ball pendant by Tom Dixon. Accessories are by Waterworks. The wall-hung vanity was designed by LD Design and custom made in rift-cut white oak in grey stain. In the bath, the plumbing fixtures are Kallista by Ann Sacks. The toilet is Toto. The accessories are by Waterworks. The wall light over mirror is by Nessen Lighting. The pendant fixture is by Tom Dixon. Peter Paris Photography

Vautier St Elwood Home Master Ensuite - 2015

smarterBATHROOMS+

Photographed by Tom Roe
This is an example of a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Melbourne with a wall-mount sink, wood benchtops, a freestanding tub, an open shower, an open shower, brown benchtops and white walls.

Mira Mesa Bath Remodel

Mathis Custom Remodeling

Photo Credit: Preview First
Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in San Diego with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, a one-piece toilet, beige tile, brown tile, gray tile, multi-coloured tile, white tile, porcelain tile, beige walls, porcelain floors, an integrated sink and engineered quartz benchtops.

Icon Downtown San Diego

RG Tile & Stone

This is an example of a small modern 3/4 bathroom in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a corner shower, a two-piece toilet, gray tile, porcelain tile, white walls, porcelain floors, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, grey floor and a hinged shower door.

ADM Bathroom Ellipse Freestanding Bathtub, Glossy White, 63" - SW-110 (63 x 32)

ADM Bathroom Inc

The SW-110S is a relatively small bathtub with a modern curved oval design. All of our bathtubs are made of durable white stone resin composite and available in a matte or glossy finish. This tub combines elegance, durability, and convenience with its high quality construction and chic modern design. This cylinder shaped freestanding tub will surely be the center of attention and will add a modern feel to your new bathroom. Its height from drain to overflow will give you plenty of space and comfort to enjoy a relaxed soaking bathtub experience. Item#: SW-110S Product Size (inches): 63 L x 31.5 W x 21.3 H inches Material: Solid Surface/Stone Resin Color / Finish: Matte White (Glossy Optional) Product Weight: 396.8 lbs Water Capacity: 82 Gallons Drain to Overflow: 13.8 Inches FEATURES This bathtub comes with: A complimentary pop-up drain (Does NOT include any additional piping). All of our bathtubs come equipped with an overflow. The overflow is built integral to the body of the bathtub and leads down to the drain assembly (provided for free). There is only one rough-in waste pipe necessary to drain both the overflow and drain assembly (no visible piping). Please ensure that all of the seals are tightened properly to prevent leaks before completing installation. If you require an easier installation for our free standing bathtubs, look into purchasing the Bathtub Rough-In Drain Kit for Freestanding Bathtubs.

Fort Worth, TX Guest Bathroom Remodel

The Cabinetry and Tile Studio

This contemporary bath design uses StarMark Lyptus, Tempo Cabinetry. Happy Floor 12”x24” tile was installed floor to ceiling in a vertical subway pattern. Daltile Tiger Eye Bali was used for the waterfall accent behind the toilet and repeated in the shower. The accent is repeated again in the mirror frame. The look is completed with a quartz countertop, wood looking tile floor, pebble mosaic shower floor and contemporary plumbing pieces.

Contemporary Bath and Shower with Copper Fittings

Amberth

With the request of pastel colours which is evident on the floor tiles, copper fittings and hexagonal tiles, this gorgeous bathroom has been updated into a stylish, contemporary space. A solid surface bath and basin gives a modern feel and mirrored panelled cabinets provides confined storage which visually expands the space. A bespoke shower screen meets the ceiling, maintaining clean lines throughout.

NOTTING HILL MAISONETTE No 1

STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS

The family bathroom is quite traditional in style, with Lefroy Brooks fitments, polished marble counters, and oak parquet flooring. Although small in area, mirrored panelling behind the bath, a backlit medicine cabinet, and a decorative niche help increase the illusion of space. Photography: Bruce Hemming

Henderson Street

Designtank

This is an example of a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in Brisbane with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a curbless shower, white walls, ceramic floors and black and white tile.

Eagle Point

Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects

Rob Skelton, Keoni Photos
Photo of a small contemporary master bathroom in Seattle with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, an open shower, gray tile, ceramic tile, tile benchtops, grey floor, a shower curtain and grey benchtops.

Powder Room

Schryver Design LLC

Three apartments were combined to create this 7 room home in Manhattan's West Village for a young couple and their three small girls. A kids' wing boasts a colorful playroom, a butterfly-themed bedroom, and a bath. The parents' wing includes a home office for two (which also doubles as a guest room), two walk-in closets, a master bedroom & bath. A family room leads to a gracious living/dining room for formal entertaining. A large eat-in kitchen and laundry room complete the space. Integrated lighting, audio/video and electric shades make this a modern home in a classic pre-war building. Photography by Peter Kubilus

Shower with nature

Minosa | Design Life Better

Some times in design things just fall into place, and with this small or should i say tiny bathroom that happened. A private bathroom to the end of this bathroom space became a real feature, we created a corner window so when in the shower you feel like you are in your private garden . Dark tiles where selected to add drama tot he space and this really makes the green POP, a perfect example that using dark tiles in a small space can be highly successful. We hope you love this space as much as we do. Images by Nicole England Design by Minosa

Recessed Storage Cabinets - bathroom

Art and Cement Construction LLC

Inspiration for a small transitional bathroom in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered quartz benchtops, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, green tile, glass tile, grey walls and porcelain floors.

Luxury Apartment in Queen's Gate

TG-Studio

Shower Room Photography: Philip Vile
This is an example of a small contemporary 3/4 bathroom in London with a wall-mount sink, a corner shower, a wall-mount toilet, brown tile, stone tile and grey walls.

Calm and Contemporary Master Bath

YAMINI DESIGNS

This is an example of a small contemporary bathroom in Chicago.

New Peninsula Residence

Kaplan Architects, AIA

Kaplan Architects, AIA Location: Redwood City , CA, USA Guest bath. Note the recessed niches and glass tile border that tracks around the space. Mark Trousdale Photography

Batrhoom remodeling

Blackberry's Remodeling

Photo of a small kids bathroom in Atlanta with white cabinets, an alcove tub, a shower/bathtub combo, white tile, porcelain tile, marble floors, quartzite benchtops, a shower curtain, white benchtops, a single vanity and a floating vanity.

Oakland Lower Hills Transitional French Noir Bath

Design Set Match

This tiny bathroom wanted accessibility for living in a forever home. French Noir styling perfectly fit this 1930's home with modern touches like curved corners on the mirrored medicine cabinet, black grid framing on the shower glass, and an adjustable hand shower on the same bar as the rain shower head. The biggest challenges were finding a sink with some countertop space that would meet code clearance requirements to the corner of the closet in the adjacent room.

VERDE URBANO

Annalisa Carli Architetto

Il bagno degli ospiti è caratterizzato da un mobile sospeso in cannettato noce Canaletto posto all'interno di una nicchia e di fronte due colonne una a giorno e una chiusa. La doccia è stata posizionata in fondo al bagno per recuperare più spazio possibile. La chicca di questo bagno è sicuramente la tenda della doccia dove abbiamo utilizzato un tessuto impermeabile adatto per queste situazioni. E’ idrorepellente, bianco ed ha un effetto molto setoso e non plasticoso. Foto di Simone Marulli

Small Bathroom Design Ideas

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.