Small Contemporary Bathroom Ideas and Designs
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.
Jemimah BarnettFloors tiled in 'Lombardo' hexagon mosaic honed marble from Artisans of Devizes | Shower wall tiled in 'Lombardo' large format honed marble from Artisans of Devizes | Brassware is by Gessi in the finish 706 (Blackened Chrome) | Bronze mirror feature wall comprised of 3 bevelled panels | Custom vanity unit and cabinetry made by Luxe Projects London | Stone sink fabricated by AC Stone & Ceramic out of Oribico marble
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.
Anna Rickard InteriorsMaster bedroom en-suite
This is an example of a small contemporary grey and pink ensuite bathroom in Gloucestershire with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove shower, grey tiles, porcelain tiles, pink walls, porcelain flooring, a wall-mounted sink, tiled worktops, grey floors, a hinged door, grey worktops, a wall niche, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
This is an example of a small contemporary grey and pink ensuite bathroom in Gloucestershire with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, an alcove shower, grey tiles, porcelain tiles, pink walls, porcelain flooring, a wall-mounted sink, tiled worktops, grey floors, a hinged door, grey worktops, a wall niche, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
Margot Tsim InteriorsThis is an example of a small contemporary bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a wall mounted toilet, blue tiles, metro tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a wall-mounted sink, engineered stone worktops, grey floors, white worktops and a floating vanity unit.
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.
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.
ArchiNature PhotographyInspiration for a small contemporary ensuite bathroom in Surrey with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a wall mounted toilet, beige tiles, beige walls, ceramic flooring, grey floors, a hinged door, a single sink, a floating vanity unit, a vaulted ceiling, mosaic tiles and a console sink.
West One Bathrooms LtdThe clients wanted to create a visual impact whilst still ensuring the space was relaxed and useable. The project consisted of two bathrooms in a loft style conversion; a small en-suite wet room and a larger bathroom for guest use. We kept the look of both bathrooms consistent throughout by using the same tiles and fixtures. The overall feel is sensual due to the dark moody tones used whilst maintaining a functional space. This resulted in making the clients’ day-to-day routine more enjoyable as well as providing an ample space for guests.
JMorris DesignThe bathroom was previously closed in and had a large tub off the door. Making this a glass stand up shower, left the space brighter and more spacious. Other tricks like the wall mount faucet and light finishes add to the open clean feel.
KODA InteriorsMaximizing every inch of space in a tiny bath and keeping the space feeling open and inviting was the priority.
Photo of a small contemporary ensuite bathroom in Santa Barbara with light wood cabinets, a corner shower, white tiles, porcelain tiles, white walls, porcelain flooring, a vessel sink, quartz worktops, white floors, a hinged door and flat-panel cabinets.
Photo of a small contemporary ensuite bathroom in Santa Barbara with light wood cabinets, a corner shower, white tiles, porcelain tiles, white walls, porcelain flooring, a vessel sink, quartz worktops, white floors, a hinged door and flat-panel cabinets.
Menendez Architects PCEmily Minton Redfield Photography
Design ideas for a small contemporary shower room bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, white tiles, stone slabs, grey walls, marble flooring, an integrated sink and glass worktops.
Design ideas for a small contemporary shower room bathroom in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove shower, white tiles, stone slabs, grey walls, marble flooring, an integrated sink and glass worktops.
Into interior designInspiration for a small contemporary shower room bathroom in London with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, an alcove shower, a one-piece toilet, green tiles, green walls, ceramic flooring, an integrated sink, green floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a wall niche, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
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Small contemporary shower room bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a corner shower, a wall mounted toilet, multi-coloured tiles, porcelain tiles, multi-coloured walls, porcelain flooring, a wall-mounted sink, solid surface worktops, white floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a laundry area, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
Small contemporary shower room bathroom in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a corner shower, a wall mounted toilet, multi-coloured tiles, porcelain tiles, multi-coloured walls, porcelain flooring, a wall-mounted sink, solid surface worktops, white floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a laundry area, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
Haggard Home Cabinetry & DesignSmall contemporary family bathroom in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an alcove shower, white tiles, metro tiles, porcelain flooring, marble worktops, white floors, a hinged door, a wall niche and a single sink.
ArchifacturingThis is an example of a small contemporary ensuite bathroom in Rome with blue cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, a two-piece toilet, pink tiles, mosaic tiles, blue walls, concrete flooring, an integrated sink, solid surface worktops, blue floors, a hinged door, white worktops, a single sink and a floating vanity unit.
ULAH Interiors + DesignWe took a tiny outdated bathroom and doubled the width of it by taking the unused dormers on both sides that were just dead space. We completely updated it with contrasting herringbone tile and gave it a modern masculine and timeless vibe. This bathroom features a custom solid walnut cabinet designed by Buck Wimberly.
blackStonesThis is an example of a small contemporary shower room bathroom in Paris with open cabinets, an alcove shower, pink tiles, terracotta tiles, black walls, ceramic flooring, marble worktops, black floors, a hinged door, white worktops and a vessel sink.
Hsu McCulloughKid's Bathroom with decorative mirror, white tiles and cement tile floor. Photo by Dan Arnold
Photo of a small contemporary family bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, cement flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, blue floors and white worktops.
Photo of a small contemporary family bathroom in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an alcove bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, white tiles, ceramic tiles, white walls, cement flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, blue floors and white worktops.
Small Contemporary Bathroom Ideas and Designs
Whether you’re doing a bathroom renovation or just a refresh; making your Small 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