We Found the Best 102 Bathroom Design Ideas for Every Design Style (2024)

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Kristin Hohenadel

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Updated on 09/06/24

We Found the Best 102 Bathroom Design Ideas for Every Design Style (2)

The best bathroom design ideas will make your primary bathroom, powder room, guest bath, or wet room more functional and beautiful.

From backsplashes to floor tile, vanities, window treatments, plumbing and lighting fixtures, bathtub and shower styles, color schemes, and more, there are a variety of ways to upgrade your space.Turn a functional bathroom into a designer-worthy room that will complement your home style, from traditional to modern, industrial, farmhouse, contemporary, and beyond.

Check out these stylish and functional bathroom design ideas for inspiration.

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Walk-In Shower

Create separation between a walk-in shower and the rest of your bathroom with a reeded glass panel. Desiree Burns Interiors chose the semi-opaque glass to separate the toilet without obscuring the view of the accent wall of green tile.
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Double Wall-Mounted Sinks

Not every shared bathroom needs a built-in double vanity. In this child's shared bathroom from JL Design, matching wall-mounted industrial sinks are hung at kid-friendly heights to give siblings their own space.
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Wrap-Around Backsplash

Turn a sink niche into a feature with a wrap-around backsplash. Studio Peake tucked a marble sink into a narrow niche in this glamorous London powder room, with a matching wrap-around backsplash that protects the bathroom wallpaper.
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Open-Plan Bathroom

Create an open feel with large windows and glass shower doors. This minimalist open-plan double shower and bath from Cathie Hong Interiors has pivoting glass doors that can be left open to maximize light and air flow from the wrap-around windows, or shut to prevent unwanted shower splashes.
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Custom Bathroom Lighting

Installing good lighting is an important part of any room design, but bathroom lighting can often be harsh and unflattering in the room where you least want it to be.
In this bathroom from interior designer Rhianna Jones of Tidal Interiors, LED backlighting adds a glamorous touch to a sleek built-in wall-to-wall shower niche.
Tip
If attempting to add light to a shower, be sure to enlist a professional who can ensure that it's safe, up to code, and waterproof.
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Mismatched Tile

Pair two distinct tile patterns for a deliberately mismatched look. Studio Peake energized this small London bathroom with dual patterns on the walls and floors for an eclectic and eccentric feel.
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Upcycled Vanity

When choosing a bathroom vanity, consider upcycling a vintage or antique wood piece of furniture and adding a sink and waterproof countertop.
A. Naber Design repurposed a midcentury modern buffet into a handsome bathroom vanity with character and plenty of storage.
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Slab Tile Shower Walls

Covering bathroom walls in floor-to-ceiling stone or tiling draws the eye upward to create a more spacious feel. In this luxury Chicago high-rise bathroom from Alexis Bednyak Design and Searl Lamaster Howe Architects, a black slab of stone covers the far wall, creating a dramatic focal point.
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Crown Moldings

Make the most of architectural details like crown moldings by preserving them, restoring them, and painting them in a lightly contrasting color to highlight their details. Decorative ceiling moldings and cloud motif moldings add charm to this London bathroom from Studio Peake.
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Double Shower

Make a primary bathroom easier to share with a spacious double shower. Interior designer Jessica Risko Smith of JRS ID mounted double showerheads on a graphic tile accent wall, adding glass doors for a contemporary feel.
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Dutch Door

If your bathroom has a door leading to the outside, consider making it a Dutch door whose top half can be slung open to increase natural ventilation and light.
In this bright bathroom from interior designer Jessica Risko Smith of JRS ID, an all-white mix of finishes is warmed by brass fixtures and glamorous lighting.
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Industrial Shower

When designing a bathroom, don't feel obligated to stick to a single style. This eclectic bathroom from Lisa Gilmore Design features a black metal grid glass shower partition, an industrial design feature that adds contrast to decorative finishes such as patterned tile and floral bathroom wallpaper.
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Wall Tile Surround

Define a combination shower and soaking tub with a floor-to-ceiling wrap-around tile backsplash. Mindy Gayer Design Co. chose simple white subway tiles with dark grout to complement this small space.
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Pass-Through Bathroom

In a galley-style bathroom, be sure to leave the central alleyway clear for ease of circulation. Desiree Burns Interiors made this pass-through bathroom feel distinct by adding a coat of mint green paint.
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Separate WC

Make a shared bathroom more user-friendly by separating the toilet area with a door.
While open-plan bathrooms are trendy, there's something to be said for a shared bathroom that has distinct zones that can provide privacy when desired, like this WC in a bathroom from Emily Henderson Design.
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Shower Windows

Make your shower more luxurious by maximizing natural light. In this marble tile shower in a California bathroom from Lori Gentile Interior Design, a pair of windows provides plenty of natural light, and a built-in window bench creates a relaxing place to shave your legs or wait for your hair mask to sink in.
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Bathtub Ledge

Turn a bathtub ledge into a styling opportunity for displaying decor and accessories. Mindy Gayer Design Co. added a built-in ledge that houses plumbing for the large soaking tub, then made it pretty with a tray of bathtub accessories and a vase of dried flowers.
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Double Shower Niche

Adding a shower niche will create easy storage without taking up extra space. Emily Henderson Design contributor Malcolm Simmons stacked a pair of niches to maximize space in this small bathroom that is perfect for sharing or separating everyday products from once-a-week home spa day items.
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Large Bathroom Mirror

Creating sightlines and perspectives makes a small space feel more expansive and a larger space more interesting.
Interior designer Rhianna Jones of Tidal Interiors added a wood-clad, inset nook over the large double vanity in this spacious California bathroom that is outfitted with a wide bathroom mirror that reflects the view and natural light from the sliding glass doors opposite.
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Bathroom Vanity Table

If you have the space, set up a vanity area where you can put on makeup or style your hair.
In this spacious primary bathroom from Lisa Gilmore Design, a dedicated vanity wall includes a wood vanity with plenty of storage, a comfortable chair, a pretty gold mirror, and vintage lighting.
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Wood Accents

Warm up a modern bathroom with wood accents. Interior designer Rhianna Jones of Tidal Interiors added warmth to a modern black-and-white bathroom by choosing a wood-clad vanity and wood-effect tiling to create a bathroom accent wall and a focal point.
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Natural Light

Look for opportunities to maximize natural light in your bathroom. Interior designer Jenn Bannister of Flourish Interior Design installed a thin vertical window with opaque glass to bring in natural light while maintaining privacy.
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Wall-to-Wall Tile

Sometimes the best way to maximize the perception of space in a bathroom is through clever use of design finishes.
For a streamlined modern look, use the same decorative finish on every wall, like this powder room covered in tile-effect wallpaper from Laura Brophy Interiors.
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Faux Windows

Use bathroom mirrors to amplify natural light and views to give your bathroom an airy feel.
Latham Interiorsused simple rectangular mirrors that mimic the windows and sliding glass doors on both sides of the bathroom, creating perspectives, bouncing around natural light, and maximizing views.
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Wet Room

Use a practical wet room layout to maximize space. Interior designer Jenn Bannister of Flourish Interior Design positioned the tub positioned against the right hand wall, an efficient design that works well in a railway-style bathroom with enough width.
While the fun part of designing a bathroom lies in choosing fixtures and finishes, it's important to make big decisions about how to maximize function and optimize the layout before you start contemplating the finer details.
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Arched Details

Choose custom details to give a bathroom character. Kate Marker Interiors brought architectural interest to a new build by adding large mirrors and built-in sconces to the inset arches over the bathroom's twin vanities.
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Privacy Wall

Create some privacy by placing your toilet in a corner and obscuring it with a partial wall, like this windowed nook from interior designer Joelle Smith of If Walls Could Talk.
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Built-In Tub

Save space with a built-in bathtub. Desiree Burns Interiors created a console on the right-hand wall that creates a place to display art and decor while hiding the plumbing for the bathtub.
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Built-in Nooks

On the left-hand wall, Desiree Burns Interiors added a shallow ledge and built-in nooks that offer additional space for decor and bath items.
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Storage Nook

Add a built-in nook for storing towels next to the shower. Latham Interiors created a built-in open and closed storage nook that still leaves room for a roomy shower while adding functionality to the room.
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Attic Bathroom

Give an attic bathroom a tough modern edge with a black-and-white palette. In this house designed by NORD for Living Architecture, a black soaking tub is tucked under the eaves and lit by a skylight, while white painted shiplap and a farmhouse sink match the English countryside setting.
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Angled Corner Shower

If you've got awkward-shaped angles in your bathroom, turn this design bug into a decorative feature. Latham Interiors clad the shower in contrasting tile and added clear custom glass shower doors to add a more streamlined look.
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Octagonal Window

Create a memorable design with a custom window. Erin Williamson Design chose an octagonal shower window to add interest to this neutral space while magnifying natural light.
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Galley-Style Layout

Create a focal point in a railroad-style bathroom with dark gray tile on the far wall. Cathie Hong Interiors ran the accent tile onto the floor for a seamless look.
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Cohesive Color Palette

Create cohesion and flow between adjoining spaces by using similar colors and finishes. Studio KT designed the giant walk-in shower in this primary bedroom suite using the same black and gray palette as the dressing room.
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Large-Scale Art

Make a bold statement in a spacious bathroom with large-scale art. In this luxurious high rise bathroom from Ginger Barber Interior Design, a colorful framed piece creates a focal point on the wall.
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Pair of Bathroom Mirrors

Cheat an asymmetrical layout with strategically placed mirrors. Living with Lolo worked around the window in this primary bathroom, installing a countertop that runs the length of the wall, and positioning matching sinks, mirrors, and pendant lights right next to one another to maximize the available wall space.
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Glass Shower Doors

Install glass shower doors to allow light and air to flow. Cathie Hong Interiors tiled this spacious bathroom from the floor to the vaulted ceiling line to lightly define the space.
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Wall of Mirrors

Customize your bathroom design with bespoke decorative touches. Kendall Wilkinson Design layered a wall of mirrors with decorative framed mirrors over each sink, and built-in sconces and ceiling lights that add ambient light.
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Semi-Opaque Glass

Choose semi-opaque glass to preserve privacy while letting the light shine through, like this historic California house renovation from Erin Williamson Design.
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Half-Wall Shower

Create a modicum of privacy around a walk-in shower with a privacy half wall. Tyler Karu Design and Interiors added a half-wall shower to create a clear division between the shower and toilet to maximize space.
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Cafe Curtains

Soften the windows of a modern bathroom with half curtains. Kate Marker Interiors hung cafe curtains in the windows of this spacious bathroom to maximize natural light while adding privacy.
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Statement Bathtub

If you've got the budget, space, and inclination, designing your bathroom around a statement bathtub will turn the space into a showpiece.
Kendall Wilkinson Design floated a sculptural stone tub in front of a bank of floor-to-ceiling windows outfitted with Japanese-style sliding screens in this luxury space.
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Window Seat

If you're lucky enough to have extra space, turn your bathroom into a rest room by adding in seating.
Desiree Burns Interiors placed a window seat big enough for two between the double vanities to create extra storage and a place to enjoy the view while giving yourself a pedicure.
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Suspended Toilet

Suspended toilets make a bathroom feel contemporary, and are easier to clean. In this spacious bathroom from interior designer Maite Granda, the ledge created by the hidden plumbing behind the toilet creates a display for art, plants, flowers, or decorative items.
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Mixed Materials

When designing an all-white bathroom, be sure to mix materials to create interest and keep it from feeling too cold and sterile.
Mindy Gayer Design Co. clad the walls of this Southern California bathroom in vertical shiplap to emphasize the ceiling height.
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Textured Wood

If you're lucky enough to be working with a large bathroom footprint, consider zoning distinct areas to maximize functionality.
In this bathroom from interior designer Amy Leferink of Interior Impressions, a towel wall in the spacious enclosed shower features a textured wood accent, towel hooks, and a teak bench.
incorporating natural elements
Incorporate natural elements into your bathroom design with wood cabinetry or open shelving, blinds made of bamboo or linen, and natural stone flooring and wall tiles. Decorate with bathroom-friendly plants, a palette of earth tone colors, and textural decor such as woven baskets or rugs.
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Wall Moldings

Use wall moldings to create a polished look. Interior designer Maite Granda added wall moldings to this long, linear, windowless bathroom that conceal a hidden door to the outside.
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Angled Shower Bench

Maximize space in a small shower with an angled corner bench. Tyler Karu Design and Interiors added a built-in bench in this walk-in shower that provides a place to sit without taking up too much floor space.
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Built-In Bathroom Storage

Maximize storage with floor-to-ceiling built-ins. Charbonneau Interiors mixed open and closed storage to store and display stacks of towels, art, and objects, with closed cabinets and drawers to hide clutter.
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Concrete Wall Finish

Banish grout lines in the shower with a concrete wall finish, like this minimalist shower from Laura Brophy Interiors. Finish with brass accents to balance cool and warm tones.
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Bathtub Nook

Create a cozy nook for your bathtub with floor-to-ceiling tile. This bathroom remodel from A Beautiful Mess features a wash of sea-blue tiles to define the space.
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Wall-Mounted Fixtures

Save counter space by installing plumbing fixtures on the wall above the sink, like this primary bathroom from Emily Henderson Design. The same trick can be used with bathtub hardware.
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Tub Niche

Define the bathtub niche in a modern space with graphic accents. Lindye Galloway Studio accented this all-white bathroom with black accents, from a double window with black metal grid detailing to a black-and-white pendant light shade, and a black soaking tub.
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Floating Vanity

Float the vanity to make a galley-style bathroom feel more spacious. The Home Consultant installed a wall-to-wall polished concrete floating vanity that adds a industrial flair to a simple, compact bathroom.
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Rustic Wood Ceiling

Highlight architectural features with simple finishes, like the wood clad ceilings in this mountain home primary bathroom from Emily Henderson Design. A practical stone tile floor in slate gray adds a mineral note that balances all the wood.
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Deep Shower Zones

Create zones in a deep windowless shower to make it more practical. Living with Lolo set up a main shower area with a rain shower head in the middle, adding a comfortable bench along the back wall with a spot shower head.
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Semi-Opaque Glass Screen

Create a streamlined look with a framed glass screen to separate a walk-in shower from the rest of your bathroom.
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Floor-to-Ceiling Storage

Build floor-to-ceiling cabinets to maximize storage. Mel Bean Interiors made use of every inch of available vertical space in this bathroom with built-in cabinetry on the side wall that stretches all the way to the high ceilings.
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Feature Wall Divider

If you have the luxury of space, creating zones can make your bathroom feel spa-like and special. Living with Lolo created a feature wall that acts as a backdrop for the soaking tub while partially concealing his-and-hers closets on either side.
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Tub and Shower Layout

Add functionality to your bathroom with a space-saving layout. Interior designer Sallie Lord of GreyHunt Interiors maximized space with a built-in tub enclosure that doubles as a bench for the adjoining shower.
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Built-In Dressing Table

If you like having a dedicated space to put on your makeup or perform your skincare routine, consider skipping the double sinks in the primary bathroom and installing a built-in dressing table instead.
Lindye Galloway Studio placed the dressing table flush with the vanity but built in at a lower level so that it's more comfortable to use.
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Corner Shower Room

Create a self-contained shower room in the corner of a spacious bathroom. JL Design framed the entrance with tile and installed an all-glass door that makes it feel like a room within a room.
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Graphic Wall Tile

You don't always have to knock down walls to change the perception of space. Using graphic tile in a dynamic black-and-white pattern, The Home Consultant created a wrap-around backsplash for the shower and tub that tricks the eye into thinking that the bathroom is wider and larger than it is.
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Home Spa

If space and money are no object, why not work a home spa into your bathroom floor plan. Latham Interiors used simple materials for a zen feel.
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Vintage Fixtures

Updating an older home doesn't mean that you have to modernize it. Erin Williamson Design preserved the character of a vintage bungalow by updating the bathroom with period-appropriate finishes and timeless design flair, from the penny tiles on the floor to the freestanding porcelain and chrome sink.
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Linear Fireplace

Create a luxury hotel feel with a linear fireplace insert in your primary bathroom, like this en suite bathroom from Jacqueline Blum Design. The fireplace warms both the bathtub area and the bedroom on the other side.
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Shiplap Half Wall

Add character to a farmhouse bathroom with a shiplap half wall, like this beige space from Becca Interiors. Paint walls and wood trim in the same color for a low-contrast look that focuses on texture.
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Rounded Glass Splash Guard

Choose a glass shower partition with rounded edges to soften the lines of your bathroom. Leclair Decor installed a pivoting glass splash guard that mimics the pill-shaped shower tiles in the minimalist shower/tub combo.
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Window Shelves

Look for opportunities to add storage to a smaller bathroom. In this bathroom designed by Emily Bowser for Emily Henderson Design, the window becomes an open-faced cabinet with the addition of shelves.
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WC Storage Cabinet

Add a cabinet above a suspended toilet to optimize space. Caroline Andréoni Interior Design Studio ran cabinetry all the way up to the ceiling to create storage for essentials.
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Custom Millwork

Custom millwork will give your bathroom a luxury feel. Urbanology Designs finished the custom wall and window trim of this elegant bathroom in rich brown tones paired with dramatic stone and brass accents for a sumptuous modern feel.
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Decorative Ceiling Beams

Nothing says rustic like exposed wood ceiling beams. If your bathroom didn't come with them, add character with decorative beams, like this space from Marie Flanigan Interiors.
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Narrow Bathroom

Use a half wall to help structure a narrow bathroom. Marie Flanigan Interiors added a pony wall between the shower at the far end of this rectangular space that is slightly higher than the sink vanity countertop to create separation.
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Organic Shapes

Add playfulness and practicality with fish scale tiles. Studio Peake used a mix of blue and white tiles on the half-wall backsplash and shower walls to create visual interest, trading clean lines for something more organic.
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Mini Sink

In a small powder room, save space with a mini sink that is just the right size for handwashing. Caroline Andreoni Interior Design placed a slim black sink on the side wall of this all-black powder room for a chic monochromatic look.
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Open Bathroom

If your primary suite includes an open bathroom, use a half wall to add privacy. This compact primary suite from Fantastic Frank includes a solid half wall finished in the same light beige stucco as the rest of the room which also helps to structure the smaller space.
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Tile Rug

Add a custom feel to your bathroom with a tile rug. Marie Flanigan Interiors defined the space around the bateau-style soaking tub with an embedded tile rug finished with a dark border.
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Matching Tile

Use the same tile on the shower wall and half wall outside for a seamless look, like this space from Jessica Nelson Design.
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Mosaic Tile Words

A mosaic tile word or phrase will add a fun surprise element for a kids' or a guest bathroom. Michelle Berwick Design kept it casual in this bright white modern space.
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Barn Doors

In a farmhouse-style home, use barn doors to separate the bathroom from the bedroom. KG Designs framed the opening to this spacious primary bathroom with a pair of barn doors that can be slid shut when the need arises.
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Reclaimed Wood Shelves

Save money and spare the planet by incorporating reclaimed wood into your bathroom. Lobster and Swan made a pair of DIY shelves from salvaged wood (top) and a slice of a felled backyard eucalyptus tree (bottom).
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Exposed Ceiling

Before you drywall that ceiling, consider leaving exposed wood to add a sense of history to your space.
Marie Flanigan Interiors complement exposed wood ceilings with a floating marble vanity and an antique mirror in this timeless powder room.
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Round Sink

Create a focal point in a small bathroom with a striking standalone sink. Becca Interiors paired a round marble sink with a vintage vanity in this farmhouse bathroom.
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Sculpted Marble Backsplash

Skip clean lines in favor of something more decorative with a sculpted stone backsplash. Brexton Cole Interiors paired a curvy backsplash with illustrated wallpaper and an antique chandelier for a romantic feel.
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Round Tub

If the best place for your bathtub is the corner of the room, consider a round freestanding tub that will fill the space without crowding it, like this space from Michelle Berwick Design.
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Square Tub

Outfit a deep bathtub niche with a square tub that seamlessly fits the space, like this bathroom from Max Humphrey and Beebe Skidmore for Emily Henderson Design.
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Open Shower

If you're renovating your home, steal square footage from adjacent rooms to create more space in a small bathroom.
Michelle Berwick Design reconfigured a hall closet and two bedroom closets to create a primary bathroom, leaving the shower doors off to create flow.
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Window Shutters

Make window treatments part of your renovation plan rather than a decorative afterthought. Becca Interiors installed wood half-shutters on the bottom of the windows in this powder room that are painted the same dark gray as the walls.
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Shower Bench Niche

Make your half-wall shower do double duty with the addition of an integrated shower bench. Michelle Berwick Design integrated a practical shower niche to store shampoo and soap.
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Floating Tub

Structure a large primary bathroom with a symmetrical layout by placing vanities on either side of the room. Then situate the shower behind a half wall and float the tub on the other side, like this space from O’Hara Interiors.
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Painted Wainscoting

Make bathroom wainscoting the same height as a shower half wall to create a harmonious feel. Jessica Nelson Design finished this spacious bathroom with beadboard painted sage green.
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Wood-Effect Tile

Add a modern rustic feel to a contemporary bathroom with wood-effect tiling. Michelle Berwick Design ran the tile on both walls and floors for a cohesive feel that frames the view of the outdoors.
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Bathtub Backsplash

Anchor a freestanding tub on a half wall to hide plumbing fixtures and create a backsplash. Mary Patton Design installed doors on either side of the double shower behind the tub for easy access.
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Penny Tile Walls and Floor

Create a streamlined feel in a modern bathroom by running simple white hex penny tiles with black grout on the walls and floors. Michelle Berwick Design added warmth with a wood vanity.
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Storage Niche

When possible, carve space out of walls to create built-in storage niches and cubbies that won't encroach on the room like bulky cabinets. Emily Henderson Design styled these open bathroom cubbies with decorative items and stacks of fresh towels.
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Square Tiles

Before you reach for subway tile, consider square tile instead. Tyler Karu Design and Interiors paired square tile with patterned wallpaper in this small bathroom decorated in warm earth tones of green and brown.
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Silver Bathtub

Create an eye-catching focal point with a metallic tub. Becca Interiors chose a silver tone in this farmhouse bathroom, but you could opt for a warm copper bathtub instead.
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Farmhouse Sink Vanity

Add charm to a farmhouse bathroom with a standalone sink vanity. Kate Marker Interiors paired a light wood and marble sink vanity with vertical shiplap walls and herringbone hardwood floors.
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Vintage Pedestal Sink

Preserve the integrity of a vintage bathroom with a pedestal sink that looks like it's been there forever. Desiree Burns Interiors added a short backsplash to protect the handpainted wallpaper.
Source vintage sinks, bathtubs, plumbing fixtures, and more at local architectural salvage yards or online.
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Stone Sink

Create a focal point in a small bathroom or powder room with a rustic stone sink. Kate Marker Interiors paired a pale stone sink with textured charcoal walls and brass accents for a striking look.
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Wood Trim Walls

Simple wood trim detailing can add elegance to your bathroom. Jessica Nelson Design painted it in the same soft mint green as the walls for a soothing effect.