Look of a freestanding bathtub between 2 openings...

Be aware you'll have to reroute that register that is in the floor next to that wall. Where can it go? consult your contractor on what all is involved in adding a tub to this location. Might have to move the light switches on that wall too.

Waht wall? You need at least 12" from the wall to the tub all around so where exactly are you planning this . Have you ever tried a FS tub? I suggest you go test them out to see how much you love the in and out . I even hated ours at home when I was a teenager .You need to post a to scale floor plan the measuremnt of the shower and the tub you want a plan on graph paper to scle shwing every window, doorway where those lead and all measurements clearly marked . Posted here in jpeg formt in a comment DO NOT start another post since you will disappear when we go to find you again

Thankyou for this information. Much appreciated.

Move the electric, the register, get the water and a drain with a pitch for the tub. A tub like this filled with water and a body is VERY HEAVY. You'll require some additional supports I'm guessing.

It will be a maintenance issue unless you select a style like this one below.

Thankyou

80K+, with the right designer, who knows the right contractor, and all that can be yours.

If you can relocate the floor register, you can purchase a freestanding tub that is a "back to wall" (or "flush to wall") style. These tubs can be placed directly against at least one wall (some allow for more than wall wall). Many of them allow for faucets that are floor, wall or deck mounted (mine allows for all three types - I did wall mounted).

They come in many shapes/styles/sizes + prices.

Here is a Kohler one:

My tub is thicker on all four sides at the top (the back of the tub's deck is the thickest for deck mounting a faucet). One of the issues people note about freestanding tubs is that they are difficult to get in and out of - having thicker edges addresses this concern.

Here are a few more examples:

FYI - you could add one of these for much less than $80k. I had my entire primary bathroom renovated (down to the studs). While I kept my vanity/toilet in the same location, I had to have my shower drain moved a foot or so (plus, plumbing for second mixing valve added for second shower head) + moved the drain over for my freestanding tub + my previous tub used a deck mounted faucet and the new one has a wall mounted one (= plumbing change for faucet + mixing valve).

My bathroom has a custom white oak vanity + 4x12 slate tiles (from Brazil = durable + dark gray/charcoal colored) installed in a herringbone pattern + new shower constructed (= new custom tiled shower pan + tile up to ceiling on two sides - ceiling on back wall starts at a little over 9' and slopes up to 11') + tile around all walls of freestanding tub + new toilet + new sinks/countertop/faucets + niche in shower + niche by freestanding tub + nice chandelier over tub + two PB pivot mirrors for vanity + three sconces for vanity + new light for inside shower + under vanity motion night light + new outlets + electrical run + marble tile + accent tile on wall behind vanity (back wall of alcove).

I haven't had shower glass installed yet - so I don't have that cost included.

Plus, my subfloor had to have a second layer of plywood added since natural stone was being installed on floor.

I'm missing other stuff - my bathroom isn't huge - around 120 sf. I haven't added everything up - but the total was under $40k. I also had to switch contractors because I had issues with the first one and had to have shower redone + slate tile floor ripped out and redone. Found an excellent tile professional for the second time around (before the GC hired sub for tile installation - second time, I hired my own professional)- NTCA certified professional.

Thankyou very much for this information as well.

Since all yu can say is thanks I guess we are done . Without a to scale plan of a space all we do is guess real help comes form info from the poster . Post the plan and answers to questions all here in comments DO NOT start another post . That is how you get real help not just a bunch of pics ot tubs .I cannot see atub there it looks way to tight to do but no floor plan who knows

At the moment I have not cont a contractor and was kindly asking for suggestions.

Definitely speak with a few contractors in your area - central Indiana pricing to completely redo a bathroom of your size and add a tub in a new location (assuming you can even add one where you are wanting without major major work) with basic materials would definitely be in the 80k range. If you keep everything but just redo the floors in order to add a tub then maybe half that. A 40k total bathroom here is a basic 3 piece 5x9 bathroom.

I know price depends upon area - but OP asked about adding a freestanding tub in front of her shower wall - I don't believe that she's gutting her entire bathroom. I didn't pay for an interior designer or a GC (in the end because we had issues and parted ways). I also sourced my own materials (I have a friend who is a designer - she helped with design + sourcing materials at her cost).

My point was that the post sounded as if OP only wanted to add a tub. If the bathroom isn't on a slab, she should be able to run plumbing + purchase a tub + pay someone to install it + tile (or whatever she wants) on the wall behind the tub for a lot less than $80k!

EDIT - I read the post late last night - I thought the shower floor was being replaced and tub added. The bathroom doesn't look like it needs a gut job - I guess that's why I didn't read the post correctly.

However, $80k seem high for the size of the bathroom - especially when it doesn't look very old (= not a lot of extra hidden work needed to bring things up to code).

Thankyou thought 80 was high.

I know price depends upon area - but OP asked about adding a freestanding tub in front of her shower wall - I don't believe that she's gutting her entire bathroom.

Read again. Sounds like the only thing that stays is the counters.

Without a measured floor plan, I'm not convinced there is enough space for a FS tub for starters. At a minimum, HVAC, plumbing & electrical work. Possibly beefing up the floor framing. Repair to ceilings below if this is a second floor location. Maybe not $80K but the cost per bathing experience is going to $$$$. And it's not like this is some horrid, dated bathroom that is falling apart and screaming for a reno.

OP said ”Need help want to add standing tub in front of wall, redo shower, wood flooring with stone around tub, and chandeliers- white design cement behind bath - kind of those ideas - keeping counters !” (which implies new vanity too.) so a totaly gut job.

OP - if you add a scaled drawing of the bathroom, you will receive more help/ideas + it can be determined whether a freestanding tub will be able to fit in the area in front of the shower wall.

Just use a ruler (1/4" = 1' scale). Add dimensions for all walls/windows/doors.

Also, what is the exact scope of work? Example - will the existing shower be completely demolished and rebuilt from scratch? Will shower/sinks/toilet be relocated = requiring plumbing changes in addition to adding the required drain + water lines for the new tub.

I assumed that since you are keeping your countertop, the plan included keeping the exiting vanity. It's very rare for someone to keep their vanity countertop but replace the vanity cabinet. I'm not sure what material was used to make your current countertop - my understanding is many types of countertops will break if you try to remove them from the cabinet.

You could change the look of your vanity (if you want) by replacing doors/drawer fronts and/or painting it. However, it looks nice currently - that's why I assumed that the vanity/mirrors/countertop were staying. Your floor tile also looks nice - so, I thought that you were keeping it.

Let us know the whole scope of the project + add the scaled drawing (simple sketch) - you will receive a lot of help!

Okay will get a copy of the dimensions from the prints of total bathroom that will show the closest s separate toilet size of shower etc. windows and all

Here are the prints!

You seem to have a lot of space - but much of it is wasted. It is probably a bit of a challenge due to the shape - however, there are some talented layout pros + non-pros on this site that are able to turn a space like this into something functional + beautiful. Unfortunately, I am not a designer - and would not be the right person to try to improve the layout for you!

Also, pls add the scope of work - is it a complete gut? Thanks!

Could the shower be placed in the walk in closet area to the right of the vanity and put freestanding tub directly across from vanity centered on wall…than walk in closet could be where the toilet Closet is on the print connected to the other closet for one big walk in? scale down toilet closet. just playing with it a bit.

As I suspected you don't have enough space to put a tub in front of that wall.

Assuming you are referring to a soaking tub. To keep the water warm, you want a cast iron tub. Can your build support the weight?

For your age or your age in 20 years, make sure you have installed secure grab bars.

How much does your town allow for water use? This tub, used often, will change your bill.

IMO, you don't want to soak in a tub until you shower first.

I guess I am saying the rub is a waste of money. Spend money on a new bathroom.

I love my soaker tub..not cast iron but have no problem with the water staying warm unless you soak for a long long time! we just gutted our bathroom and this is the after.

Not a fan of free-standing tubs. They are a safety hazard imo.

Amanda no different than any tub..free standing or garden built in tub..do you just mean any tub is a safety hazzard?

I have a built-in tub with grab bars. i think this is much safer getting in and out. The OP doesn’t give her age, but I think a free-standing tub doesn’t hold up well as one ages.

68 and fit ! Just need a tub in here as the guest bedroom on other side of house has its own bathroom. I have to walk thru great room to get to tub. One guest toilet room also.
We did not design the home .
5 years old .

I am 65 the higer sides on the free standing make it easy to get out..we have a big shower too and another guest baththat has a regular low tub for grandkids and baby bathing so I should be fine as I get older😉🙏🏻