Contemporary Bathroom with a Built-in Bath Ideas and Designs
Simon Taylor FurnitureOur clients, a couple living in a 200-year-old period house in Hertfordshire, wanted to refurbish their ensuite bathroom with a calm, contemporary spa-style bath and shower room leading from their main bedroom. The room has low vaulted ceilings and original windows so the challenge was to design every aspect to suit the unusual shape. This was particularly important for the shower enclosure, for which the screen had to be made completely bespoke to perfectly fit with the different angles and ceiling heights. To complement the original door, we chose anti-slip porcelain flooring tiles with a timber-look finish which was laid-down above under-floor heating. Pure white was chosen as the only décor colour for the bathroom, with a white bath, white basins, white herringbone shower tiles and a white standalone bespoke vanity, designed and handmade by Simon Taylor Furniture. This features natural polished oak open shelving at the base, which is also used as an accent bath shelf. The brushed satin brass brassware was suggested and sourced by us to provide a stylish contrast and all light fittings are satin brass as well. The standalone vanity features three deep drawers with open shelving beneath and a Miami White worktop within which are two rectangular basins and industrial-style wall taps. Above each basin is a large swivel mirror on an integrated brass mount, a design concept that is both attractive and functional, whilst allowing natural light into the bathroom. Additional shelving was created on either side of the room to conceal plumbing and to showcase all brassware. A wall-hung white WC adds a floating effect and features a flush brass flushing mechanism and a white towel rail adds the finishing touch.
Rose Narmani InteriorsA historic London townhouse, redesigned by Rose Narmani Interiors.
Inspiration for a large contemporary ensuite bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a built-in bath, a built-in shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tiles, grey walls, marble flooring, a built-in sink, marble worktops, grey floors, a sliding door, grey worktops, a feature wall, double sinks and a built in vanity unit.
Inspiration for a large contemporary ensuite bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a built-in bath, a built-in shower, a one-piece toilet, beige tiles, grey walls, marble flooring, a built-in sink, marble worktops, grey floors, a sliding door, grey worktops, a feature wall, double sinks and a built in vanity unit.
Better Homes StudioSmall contemporary grey and cream ensuite bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a built-in bath, a wall mounted toilet, brown tiles, stone tiles, multi-coloured walls, ceramic flooring, a vessel sink, brown floors, a feature wall, a single sink, a floating vanity unit and a drop ceiling.
Brosh ArchitectsBathroom
Photo of a small contemporary cream and black family bathroom in London with beige cabinets, a built-in bath, a built-in shower, a wall mounted toilet, beige tiles, ceramic tiles, beige walls, ceramic flooring, black floors, feature lighting, a single sink and a built in vanity unit.
Photo of a small contemporary cream and black family bathroom in London with beige cabinets, a built-in bath, a built-in shower, a wall mounted toilet, beige tiles, ceramic tiles, beige walls, ceramic flooring, black floors, feature lighting, a single sink and a built in vanity unit.
Inspiration for a small contemporary family bathroom in London with beige cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, a wall mounted toilet, blue tiles, matchstick tiles, white walls, a built-in sink, wooden worktops, white floors, a hinged door, beige worktops, a single sink, a built in vanity unit and flat-panel cabinets.
Rumi Bunya Design LtdSmall contemporary family bathroom in West Midlands with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a built-in bath, a built-in shower, a wall mounted toilet, green tiles, porcelain tiles, white walls, porcelain flooring, an integrated sink, solid surface worktops, grey floors, a sliding door, white worktops, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
UserOn a quiet street in Clifton a Georgian townhouse has undergone a stunning transformation. Inside, our designer Tim was tasked with creating three functional and inviting bathrooms. A key aspect of the brief was storage, as the bathrooms needed to stand up to every day family life whilst still maintaining the luxury aesthetic of the period property. The family bathroom cleverly conceals a boiler behind soft blue paneling while the shower is enclosed with an innovative frameless sliding screen allowing a large showering space without compromising the openness of the space. The ensuite bathroom with floating sink unit with built in storage and solid surface sink offers both practical storage and easy cleaning. On the top floor a guest shower room houses a generous shower with recessed open shelving and another practical floating vanity unit with integrated sink.
Simpson & VoyleEnter a soothing sanctuary in the principal ensuite bathroom, where relaxation and serenity take center stage. Our design intention was to create a space that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The minimalist aesthetic, characterized by clean lines and understated elegance, fosters a sense of calm and balance. Soft earthy tones and natural materials evoke a connection to nature, while the thoughtful placement of lighting enhances the ambiance and mood of the space. The spacious double vanity provides ample storage and functionality, while the oversized mirror reflects the beauty of the surroundings. With its thoughtful design and luxurious amenities, this principal ensuite bathroom is a retreat for the senses, offering a peaceful respite for body and mind.
Balance Interior DesignPowder blue tiles add colour to this teenage girls’ bathroom, in keeping with her bedroom colour-scheme. A concrete basin and fun pendant light paired with white tapware and crittall style shower screen (seen in mirror) keep things cool and current.
Passivhaus GruberNixdorf Fotografie
Medium sized contemporary bathroom in Munich with grey tiles, a built-in bath, cement tiles, white walls, a vessel sink, an open shower and white worktops.
Medium sized contemporary bathroom in Munich with grey tiles, a built-in bath, cement tiles, white walls, a vessel sink, an open shower and white worktops.
Allard + Roberts Interior Design, IncAllard & Roberts Interior Design
Photography: Zaire Kacz
Developer: ABIL Invest - CIEL Community - Asheville, NC
Architect: Hunter Coffey
Contemporary bathroom in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a built-in bath and grey tiles.
Contemporary bathroom in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a built-in bath and grey tiles.
BasamentaInspiration for a contemporary grey and pink shower room bathroom in Madrid with flat-panel cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, pink tiles, pink walls, an integrated sink, grey floors, an open shower and white worktops.
UserBy Thrive Design Group
Photo of a large contemporary ensuite bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a built-in bath, a walk-in shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tiles, glass tiles, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink and engineered stone worktops.
Photo of a large contemporary ensuite bathroom in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a built-in bath, a walk-in shower, a one-piece toilet, multi-coloured tiles, glass tiles, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink and engineered stone worktops.
Kuche+CucinaKen Lauben
Photo of a large contemporary ensuite bathroom in Newark with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a built-in bath, an alcove shower, brown tiles, pebble tiles and grey walls.
Photo of a large contemporary ensuite bathroom in Newark with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a built-in bath, an alcove shower, brown tiles, pebble tiles and grey walls.
Ivywell Interiors | BristolThis family bathroom is small so we opted for contrasting tiles to create the impression of space. The tiled bath has an overhead shower to maximise its usage for the whole family. The floor tiles continue half up the wall to blur the edges and conceal the toilet cistern.
Kitty Lee ArchitectureDesign ideas for a small contemporary ensuite bathroom in Sydney with brown cabinets, a built-in bath, a walk-in shower, a two-piece toilet, white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, limestone flooring, a wall-mounted sink, concrete worktops, grey floors, an open shower, grey worktops, a wall niche, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
VORBILD ArchitecturePhoto of a medium sized contemporary grey and yellow bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a built-in bath, a walk-in shower, a wall mounted toilet, blue tiles, porcelain tiles, blue walls, porcelain flooring, a vessel sink, solid surface worktops, grey floors, a hinged door, grey worktops, a feature wall, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
Ateliers YOMAThis is an example of a medium sized contemporary ensuite bathroom in Marseille with open cabinets, beige cabinets, a built-in bath, a built-in shower, a two-piece toilet, white tiles, terracotta tiles, white walls, cement flooring, a pedestal sink, beige floors, an open shower, white worktops, a single sink and a built in vanity unit.
MARGARITA BRAVOOur clients wanted a modern mountain getaway that would combine their gorgeous mountain surroundings with contemporary finishes. To highlight the stunning cathedral ceilings, we decided to take the natural stone on the fireplace from floor to ceiling. The dark wood mantle adds a break for the eye, and ties in the views of surrounding trees. Our clients wanted a complete facelift for their kitchen, and this started with removing the excess of dark wood on the ceiling, walls, and cabinets. Opening a larger picture window helps in bringing the outdoors in, and contrasting white and black cabinets create a fresh and modern feel.
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Contemporary Bathroom with a Built-in Bath Ideas and Designs
Whether you’re doing a bathroom renovation or just a refresh; making your contemporary 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 contemporary bath in the form to create a tranquil, spa feel, as well. 
How do I find contemporary 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 contemporary bathroom decor & furniture?
Selecting contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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