A dark, cramped master bath needed remodeling -- the wall tiles were cracked, the cabinets were warped, the ventilation was inadequate. And the owner wanted a nice roomy shower. The problem was: he couldn't have both a roomy shower and a bathtub. So we ditched the tub. To find more room, we removed a radiator and replaced it with in-floor heating. Laufen makes an all-in-one double sink and counter which is only 17" deep -- saving 7" from the usual 24" deep counter. The back splash is 3/8" frosted glass. Finally, we created a "light chimney" by putting a skylight above the sink. Donna Day

Doug Petersen Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional 3/4 white tile and subway tile porcelain tile bathroom remodel in Boise with beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

Floor to ceiling subway tile walls. Ikea vanity and cabinet.
Transitional bathroom photo in Denver

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Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom remodel in San Francisco

Modern meets beach. A 1920's bungalow home in the heart of downtown Carmel, California undergoes a small renovation that leads to a complete home makeover. New driftwood oak floors, board and batten walls, Ann Sacks tile, modern finishes, and an overall neutral palette creates a true bungalow style home. Photography by Wonderkamera.

Zebrano wood cabinets float with lighting below to add to the airy feeling of this bathroom. Large vanity mirrors are inset into a custom made marble and glass mosaic on the back wall. Another cabinet at the end of the freestanding tub gives some definition to the space, and provides a place to store and display bath products and towels.

Example of a classic bathroom design in Boston

Modern large master bathroom. Very airy and light. Pure white Caesarstone quartz counter, hansgrohe metris faucet, glass mosaic tile (Daltile - City lights), taupe 12 x 24 porcelain floor (tierra Sol, English bay collection), bamboo cabinet, Georges Kovacs wall sconces, wall mirror Photo credit: Jonathan Solomon - http://www.solomonimages.com/

This Houston, Texas River Oaks home went through a complete remodel of their master bathroom. Originally, it was a bland rectangular space with a misplaced shower in the center of the bathroom; partnered with a built-in tub against the window. We redesigned the new space by completely gutting the old bathroom. We decided to make the space flow more consistently by working with the rectangular layout and then created a master bathroom with free-standing tub inside the shower enclosure. The tub was floated inside the shower by the window. Next, we added a large bench seat with an oversized mosaic glass backdrop by Lunada Bay "Agate Taiko. The 9’ x 9’ shower is fully enclosed with 3/8” seamless glass. The furniture-like vanity was custom built with decorative overlays on the mirror doors to match the shower mosaic tile design. Further, we bleached the hickory wood to get the white wash stain on the cabinets. The floor tile is 12" x 24" Athena Sand with a linear mosaic running the length of the room. This tranquil spa bath has many luxurious amenities such as a Bain Ultra Air Tub, "Evanescence" with Brizo Virage Lavatory faucets and fixtures in a brushed bronze brilliance finish. Overall, this was a drastic, yet much needed change for my client.

Pam McGraw
Elegant master bedroom photo in Dallas with white walls

Bedroom - large eclectic master dark wood floor bedroom idea in New York with beige walls, a corner fireplace and a stone fireplace

The focal point of the kitchen is the french doors leading to the backyard. These were custom made to fit the narrow opening where a window once was. The cabinets are Merillat Classic, Bellingham Maple doors, painted in cotton with Tuscan glaze. Carrara Marble counter-tops. White subway tile. Samsung refrigerator, range and microwave in stainless finish. Bosch 24" dishwasher. Products we used: Pfister Wheaton Tuscan Bronze one-handle pull down kitchen faucet (#F-529-7WHY). Liberty Hardware cabinet pulls and knobs in rubbed bronze finish. Paint colors used: Benjamin Moore Monterey White HC-27

Construction by SoCalContractor.com Note how cabinets open for wheelchair accessibility.
Walk-in shower - transitional white tile and ceramic tile walk-in shower idea in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble countertops, a one-piece toilet and an undermount tub

Two simple renovations of this 1920’s bungalow transformed the function and flow of two of the most important spaces in a house; the bathroom and the kitchen. The owner wanted to update the spaces to reflect a modern lifestyle while respecting the house. By changing the flow and function of the kitchen it now works for entertaining and multiple chefs while the clean spare finishes keep it fresh and clearly modern. The bathroom was made even smaller than its original form in the renovation of the kitchen so every inch of space had to be used. By unifying the finish on the surfaces, using small modern fixtures, and with a simple glass partition the bathroom is minimalist, elegant, and timeless.

Living room with built in wraparound library shelves
Transitional dark wood floor living room library photo in San Francisco with white walls

This is actually a new bathroom.
Alcove bathtub - eclectic white tile and subway tile alcove bathtub idea in Miami with a pedestal sink, a two-piece toilet and multicolored walls

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Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless bathroom remodel in Cleveland with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, green walls and a pedestal sink

A lively, patterned chair gives these cabinets some snap! Keeping shelves well-balanced and not too crowded makes for a great look. Graphic-patterned fabric make the statement in this Atlanta home. Chair by C.R. Laine. Coffee table by Bernhardt.

Powder Room
Example of a trendy powder room design in DC Metro with a vessel sink and white countertops