Bathroom with a Japanese Bath Ideas and Designs
UserThis suite of bathrooms was created as part of a larger full-home renovation to fit in with a basement level home pilates studio. Eighty2 designer Tim was tasked with taking disused spaces and transforming them into a functional and relaxing wellness suite. The completed designs show the potential in even the smallest space with an intimate spa room and a luxurious steam room.
Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & BathWashington DC Asian-Inspired Master Bath Design by #MeghanBrowne4JenniferGilmer.
An Asian-inspired bath with warm teak countertops, dividing wall and soaking tub by Zen Bathworks. Sonoma Forge Waterbridge faucets lend an industrial chic and rustic country aesthetic. A Stone Forest Roma vessel sink rests atop the teak counter.
Photography by Bob Narod. http://www.gilmerkitchens.com/
Blythe InteriorsThese first-time parents wanted to create a sanctuary in their home, a place to retreat and enjoy some self-care after a long day. They were inspired by the simplicity and natural elements found in wabi-sabi design so we took those basic elements and created a spa-like getaway.
Design Studio WestThe intent of this design is to integrate the clients love for Japanese aesthetic, create an open and airy space, and maintain natural elements that evoke a warm inviting environment. A traditional Japanese soaking tub made from Hinoki wood was selected as the focal point of the bathroom. It not only adds visual warmth to the space, but it infuses a cedar aroma into the air. A live-edge wood shelf and custom chiseled wood post are used to frame and define the bathing area. Tile depicting Japanese Shou Sugi Ban (charred wood planks) was chosen as the flooring for the wet areas. A neutral toned tile with fabric texture defines the dry areas in the room. The curb-less shower and floating back lit vanity accentuate the open feel of the space. The organic nature of the handwoven window shade, shoji screen closet doors and antique bathing stool counterbalance the hard surface materials throughout.
Dieppe DesignEngaged by the client to update this 1970's architecturally designed waterfront home by Frank Cavalier, we refreshed the interiors whilst highlighting the existing features such as the Queensland Rosewood timber ceilings.
The concept presented was a clean, industrial style interior and exterior lift, collaborating the existing Japanese and Mid Century hints of architecture and design.
A project we thoroughly enjoyed from start to finish, we hope you do too.
Photography: Luke Butterly
Construction: Glenstone Constructions
Tiles: Lulo Tiles
Upholstery: The Chair Man
Window Treatment: The Curtain Factory
Fixtures + Fittings: Parisi / Reece / Meir / Client Supplied
BelvedereThis is an example of a medium sized traditional bathroom in Surrey with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a japanese bath, a shower/bath combination, blue tiles, mosaic tiles, blue walls, a vessel sink, beige floors, an open shower and white worktops.
McElroy Architecture, AIAphoto by Melissa Kaseman
Photo of a medium sized modern ensuite bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese bath, a built-in shower, a wall mounted toilet, blue tiles, cement tiles, white walls, cement flooring, a submerged sink and engineered stone worktops.
Photo of a medium sized modern ensuite bathroom in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese bath, a built-in shower, a wall mounted toilet, blue tiles, cement tiles, white walls, cement flooring, a submerged sink and engineered stone worktops.
Grothouse Wood CountertopsCountertop Wood: Burmese Teak
Category: Vanity Top and Divider Wall
Construction Style: Edge Grain
Countertop Thickness: 1-3/4"
Size: Vanity Top 23 3/8" x 52 7/8" mitered to Divider Wall 23 3/8" x 35 1/8"
Countertop Edge Profile: 1/8” Roundover on top horizontal edges, bottom horizontal edges, and vertical corners
Wood Countertop Finish: Durata® Waterproof Permanent Finish in Matte sheen
Wood Stain: The Favorite Stock Stain (#03012)
Designer: Meghan Browne of Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath
Job: 13806
Undermount or Overmount Sink: Stone Forest C51 7" H x 18" W x 15" Roma Vessel Bowl
Change Your Bathroom©The detailed plans for this bathroom can be purchased here: https://www.changeyourbathroom.com/shop/healing-hinoki-bathroom-plans/
Japanese Hinoki Ofuro Tub in wet area combined with shower, hidden shower drain with pebble shower floor, travertine tile with brushed nickel fixtures. Atlanta Bathroom
DesignBlue, Inc.Zen bathroom in Brentwood, Ca. with a Japanese soaking tub.
Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom in Los Angeles with a japanese bath, a vessel sink, pebble tile flooring and an enclosed toilet.
Inspiration for a contemporary bathroom in Los Angeles with a japanese bath, a vessel sink, pebble tile flooring and an enclosed toilet.
Thielsen Architects, Inc. P.S.Master Bathroom with Soaking Tub and Curbless Shower
Photo by Art Grice
Design ideas for a contemporary ensuite bathroom in Seattle with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese bath, a built-in shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tiles, porcelain tiles, beige walls and porcelain flooring.
Design ideas for a contemporary ensuite bathroom in Seattle with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a japanese bath, a built-in shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tiles, porcelain tiles, beige walls and porcelain flooring.
HestiaA Luxury and spacious Primary en-suite renovation with a Japanses bath, a walk in shower with shower seat and double sink floating vanity, in a simple Scandinavian design with warm wood tones to add warmth and richness.
Elza B. Design, Inc.Upon moving to a new home, this couple chose to convert two small guest baths into one large luxurious space including a Japanese soaking tub and custom glass shower with rainfall spout. Two floating vanities in a walnut finish topped with composite countertops and integrated sinks flank each wall. Due to the pitched walls, Barbara worked with both an industrial designer and mirror manufacturer to design special clips to mount the vanity mirrors, creating a unique and modern solution in a challenging space.
The mix of travertine floor tiles with glossy cream wainscotting tiles creates a warm and inviting feel in this bathroom. Glass fronted shelving built into the eaves offers extra storage for towels and accessories. A oil-rubbed bronze finish lantern hangs from the dramatic ceiling while matching finish sconces add task lighting to the vanity areas.
This project was featured in Boston Magazine Home Design section entitiled "Spaces: Bathing Beauty" in the March 2018 issue. Click here for a link to the article:
https://www.bostonmagazine.com/property/2018/03/27/elza-b-design-bathroom-transformation/
Photography: Jared Kuzia
MaarchPhoto of a medium sized world-inspired ensuite bathroom in Other with medium wood cabinets, a japanese bath, a shower/bath combination, medium hardwood flooring, a vessel sink, wooden worktops, flat-panel cabinets and white walls.
Model RemodelThis is an example of a small bohemian ensuite bathroom in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a japanese bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, black tiles, porcelain tiles, black walls, slate flooring, a built-in sink, engineered stone worktops, grey floors, an open shower, grey worktops, an enclosed toilet, a single sink, a freestanding vanity unit and wood walls.
Sarah Barnard Design LLCA teen’s bathroom that the family won’t grow out of. A custom vanity and matching mirror made in collaboration with a local craftsperson are complimented with a glass mosaic tile, inspired by kelp forests. Delicate ceramic lights reminiscent of folded paper illuminate the mirror. A small soaking tub by the window for relaxing and reflecting, while enjoying the views of nature. The window casings and baseboards were designed with Bardiglio Marble, also used on the shower and vanity.
Magleby ConstructionThis is an example of an expansive contemporary ensuite wet room bathroom in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a japanese bath, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, quartz worktops, grey floors, a hinged door, grey worktops, double sinks and a built in vanity unit.
Ultimate Kitchens & BathroomsFrom what was once a humble early 90’s decor space, the contrast that has occurred in this ensuite is vast. On return from a holiday in Japan, our clients desired the same bath house cultural experience, that is known to the land of onsens, for their own ensuite.
The transition in this space is truly exceptional, with the new layout all designed within the same four walls, still maintaining a vanity, shower, bath and toilet. Our designer, Eugene Lombard put much careful consideration into the fittings and finishes to ensure all the elements were pulled together beautifully.
The wet room setting is enhanced by a bench seat which allows the user a moment of transition between the shower and hot, deep soaker style bath. The owners now wake up to a captivating “day-spa like experience” that most would aspire to on a holiday, let alone an everyday occasion. Key features like the underfloor heating in the entrance are added appeal to beautiful large format tiles along with the wood grain finishes which add a sense of warmth and balance to the room.
Design Studio West A traditional Japanese soaking tub made from Hinoki wood was selected as the focal point of the bathroom. It not only adds visual warmth to the space, but it infuses a cedar aroma into the air.
Bathroom with a Japanese Bath Ideas and Designs
Whether you’re doing a bathroom renovation or just a refresh; making your bathroom design brighter, cleaner and more attractive will make you feel happier to use it every day. If your bathroom is a small space in your home where you don’t spend much time, it’s time to think about alternatives. Browse the pictures to find inspiring bathroom ideas on Houzz, including stylish vanities, fancy toilets, taps, shower tiling, as well as storage ideas for small bathrooms. 
Shelves and shelving units, like ladder shelves, will give you extra space without taking up too much floor space. Also look for wire, wicker or fabric baskets, large and small, to store items under or next to the sink, or even on the wall. 
The sink, the mirror, shower and/or bath are the places where you might want the clearest and strongest light. You can use these if you want it to be bright and clear. Otherwise, you might want to look at some soft, ambient lighting in the form of chandeliers, short pendants or wall lamps. You could use accent lighting around your bath in the form to create a tranquil, spa feel, as well. 
How do I find bathroom ideas for my renovation?
If you’re starting your bathroom renovation from scratch, or ripping out and starting again, then once you’ve sorted the plan and the plumbing you’ll need to think about what kind of ideas you’d like. The easiest option is to get inspiration from bathroom professionals. However, if you’ve dreamt of a roll-top bath or a walk-in shower with heating at, then you might want to take longer looking for each item individually. Choosing all white elements will obviously tie everything together, but also think about the style you’re going for – ultra modern taps will clash with traditional Victorian-style wash basins. And it’s probably good to consider your flooring or surfaces, and walls to make sure everything will complement. Take a look through the different styles of bathroom designs on Houzz to get some inspiration. How do I select the right bathroom decor & furniture?
Selecting bathroom decor such as cabinets, mirrors, shelves or other furniture for bathrooms can be tricky. You want to consider the storage they offer while also making sure they make an attractive feature as you enter your bathroom. Don’t forget you need them to be durable and withstand the damp conditions, e.g. if you’re going for a painted cabinet make sure the paint is suitable for baths. For medicine cabinets you will find most have mirrored fronts, but you can find extra features such as clocks and shaving sockets built-in.What bathroom storage ideas should I look at?
While bathroom storage ideas is not the first thing you think of when it comes to bathrooms, you’ll be surprised at how much difference it makes when your bathroom is organised – specially if you’re dealing with a small bathroom, this is essential. We all know how accessories like bottles, toiletries, lotions and potions can pile up next to the bath. And where to put the cotton buds, painkillers, plasters, other medicine, creams and sanitary products? That’s not even considering using your bathroom as a place to store your towels and bathrobes. The first thing to consider when reviewing bathroom ideas is if you can invest in built-in bathroom storage. Large vanity units will have drawers and compartments to store a great number of toiletries and bathroom necessities, and if your bathroom or cloakroom has room for a built-in cupboard you can start storing small accessories and larger items there. If you can’t do anything on this scale, you could investigate built-in storage around the bath or look at less permanent options. Shelves and shelving units, like ladder shelves, will give you extra space without taking up too much floor space. Also look for wire, wicker or fabric baskets, large and small, to store items under or next to the sink, or even on the wall. What's the best ideas for lighting?
Water and electricity don’t mix, so make sure your bathroom lights are safe, first and foremost. There are actually regulations around what type of light fittings you can use and where – IP67 rating lights for submerged areas e.g. inside baths and sinks (Zone 0); IP65 for any area above a shower or bath (Zone 1); and IP44 rating for anything 0.6m from a bath or basin (Zone 2). After you’ve made sure your light fittings are safe and to-code, you can consider the type and style you’d like as your working through your bathroom ideas. The sink, the mirror, shower and/or bath are the places where you might want the clearest and strongest light. You can use these if you want it to be bright and clear. Otherwise, you might want to look at some soft, ambient lighting in the form of chandeliers, short pendants or wall lamps. You could use accent lighting around your bath in the form to create a tranquil, spa feel, as well. Bathroom tiles – what should I go for?
It’s rare to find bathrooms without tiles. Although it can be done with panelling, materials like tadelakt, waterproof paint, wallpaper or well-treated wood; bathroom tiles are so copious and easy to apply that it’s hard to avoid going with tiles in the bathroom. The great thing is that both floor tiles and wall tiles come in a huge variety of sizes, styles, colours and patterns, so you can remodel your room completely with whatever tile choices fit with your bathroom ideas. When it comes to flooring, tiles will be durable, easy to clean and deal well with water, but if you want something different you could go with modern concrete, traditional or country-style treated wooden floorboards, or a bit more quirky bamboo, cork or vinyl. What to do with small bathrooms?
The best small bathroom ideas will maximise the space you have. From installing a bidet to simple decorative tips there are plenty of things you can do to make it look bigger. Recessed shelves can make a huge difference both visually and practically to small bathrooms, so if you are able to have these installed when your walls are being renovated you could add some to your shower or sink area. You could choose pale colours and iridescent tiles that reflect the light, keep walls and ceilings the same colour and texture, and use complementary shades throughout the bathroom– fewer contrasts and transitions will help maintain the sense of space. Floating bathroom units also draw the eye to visible floor space underneath them, and clear glass shower screens will keep the room feeling open and airy. Finishing touches like artfully placed large mirrors will also make small bathrooms appear more expansive.1