Large bathroom ideas
10 ways to design a big bathroom |
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Large bathrooms provides the luxury of space – to include more features geared to your lifestyle and to create a haven of indulgent relaxation. It’s the opportunity to include a glamorous freestanding tub, perhaps positioned in the center of the room so that its beautiful shape can be enjoyed to the maximum. Or perhaps you want a double shower to share with your partner, or wellness features such as a sauna?
Double sinks will give couples a sense of personal space, while a generous vanity offers storage so that lotions and potions are close to hand. There are plenty of bathroom ideas to help you plan your space; the key is to consider your priorities before you start designing your room so that you can include the elements most suited to your requirements.
Below, we showcase the best large bathroom ideas, so that your space feels inviting, luxurious, and practical.
Large bathroom ideas
If you have a large bathroom, you may be looking for ways to make the most of the generous space. This could be choosing the best master bathroom ideas to make your bedroom and bathroom suite a retreat from the rest of the family. Perhaps you are looking for clever family bathroom ideas, or maybe you are considering a spa bathroom dedicated to unwinding and wellness? Whatever your needs, designing a large bathroom well is key to ensuring it feels inviting, despite its size. Below, we showcase the best large bathroom ideas to show you how.
1. Install double basins to create space for all
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Whether you are considering the design of a Jack and Jill bathroom or simply want to create a luxury bathroom, double bathroom basins will feel both practical and indulgent.
‘With a large bathroom, you generally have more choice about where you position all the elements and space to incorporate every conceivable luxury,’ says James Lentaigne, creative director of Drummonds . ‘Separate freestanding basins give each partner their personal space.
As well as being practical, they also create splendid focal points and create a wonderful symmetry in the design scheme.’
Note the bathroom rug idea – and the bathroom wallpaper – both serve to create a welcoming scheme that echoes bedroom decor. Another trick is to introduce bathroom art ideas, again decorating a bathroom like you would a bedroom enhances its appeal.
2. Create a focal point in a large bathroom
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A freestanding bath needs space to show off its sculptural shape and highlight its role as the eye-catching centerpiece of a beautiful large bathroom. This traditional freestanding bath from CP Hart matches the style of the architecture in the rest of the room and creates a sense of inviting and serene modern luxury. The bathroom paint idea behind the tub helps to showcase the bath's profile beautifully, too.
Don't be shy about decorating with mirrors in a large bathroom – particularly if your space is a little starved of natural light or is painted a dark color.
Note, though, how the wall lights in this bathroom have cream-beige shades; this is purposeful, creating warm pools of light that will reflect further into the mirrors for a welcoming, warm feel – a must in a large bathroom.
3. Install twin showers for a luxe look
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This may not be a large bathroom idea you use every day, but a double walk-in shower to share with your partner – or to pile the kids into at once – makes an indulgent addition to any bathroom.
‘I recommend that a double shower be at least 5½ ft (160cm) wide to accommodate two people comfortably,’ says interior designer Irene Gunter of Gunter & Co .
4. Work a bath and shower into a large bathroom
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A large bathroom means no compromise and a rethink of bathroom layout ideas. In this design, there is a luxuriously grand, super-size shower area, which frames bath tub in front of it. The panel of transparent glass, framed in black, enhances the airy feel of the room, while creating a definite style statement.
The shower zone can be accessed from both sides, further boosting the sense of space.
5. Mix materials to create interest
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The choice of two flooring materials in this bathroom, featuring the Flow collection by Jee-O , serves to do more than simply delineate the bathing and hand washing zones – it also adds a degree of design flair and textural contrast that elevates the interest in a large space, which might otherwise be in danger of lacking warmth or personality.
6. Maximize the storage – but make it beautiful
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For anyone looking for large bathroom ideas, know that storage needn't be space-saving, but it can be designed to look more like living room or bedroom furniture. One way to do this is with impressive bathroom vanity ideas, which can make a design statement in a large bathroom, as well as providing twin sinks and plenty of bathroom storage, ideal for partners who are like to get ready at the same time.
Hardware from Modern Matter and mirrors flanked with wall lights complete the glamorous and eye-catching effect.
7. Consider the tub shape
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A large bathroom offers the opportunity to depart from the norm and create an individual look, for example by replacing a ‘standard’ rectangular tub with a circular design.
‘This design expands from the bottom up – it is shaped like a white tulip,’ says internationally acclaimed designer Philippe Starck of his new collection for Duravit . The round White Tulip bathtub is undoubtedly a showpiece, ideal in this generously proportioned room where there is space to show off its freestanding elegance.
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A large bathroom can offer space to create a truly indulgent shower, as Giovanni De Filippo of Gessi explains: ‘A totally customized shower transforms the experience of water into a personalized source of balance and health,’ he says. ‘Choose from freefall, rainfall, atomization or concentrated jet showers, in different positions including ceiling, high on the wall for the shoulders, neck and back, or low on the wall for the legs, ankles and feet, and couple the benefits of water with those from light, chromotherapy and music.
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9. Focus on stand-out lighting
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If you are looking for large bathroom ideas with real impact, think bathroom lighting ideas – and, specifically, bathroom chandeliers. These types of fittings will transform a functional space into one that's opulent and indulgent – though they do need to be safety-checked to ensure they are suitable for rooms where the odd splash might hit them.
10. Make room for a sauna
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In this generously-sized bathroom created by interior designer Karen Howes of Taylor Howes , a Yoku S Shelf 45 sauna in heat-treated aspen adds an extra note of luxury. The combination of warm, dry air and the fragrance of the natural wood create a calming effect, said to also stimulate blood circulation and deep cleanse the skin.
In sizes from 68½ in x 52in (174cm x 132cm), the modular sauna system is designed to give you the opportunity to enjoy spa-like relaxation at home, from C.
P. Hart. The sauna also creates an abundance of storage, great for bathroom shelf ideas.
What can I do with a large bathroom?
In a large bathroom, consider who will be using the space and the options – in order of importance – you would like to include, so that you can plan how many of them you can fit in. Wellness features, such as a shower with aromatherapy and massage jets, might be top of the list for a couple’s spa-like retreat, while a large bathtub might be more important for bathing young children. Perhaps you like to relax in the bath and soak away the cares of the day, gazing at the sky? Then a tub positioned below a feature window might be the most important element of the room.
How do I make a large bathroom feel inviting?
Avoid positioning all the elements around the walls, leaving a vast empty space in the center of the room. Use the central space for a freestanding tub, perhaps, or a chaise as somewhere to relax after your shower. Introduce variations in texture or color – with tiles, paint and screens – to zone the space and create a more intimate feel in each area, an effect that can also be enhanced by lighting.
Ideally, position lights at ceiling, wall and low levels, set on dimmer switches, so that you can adjust it according to task and mood, such as an evening bathe in soft light to aid restful sleep.
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75 Stunning Bathroom Design Ideas—Small & Large Bathroom Decorating Ideas
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Farmhouse Chic Bathroom
Haris Kenjar
For a bathroom that’s packed with timeless appeal, juxtapose different sources of inspiration.
For her project in Bedford, New York, Heidi Caillier paired a bold and blooming wallcovering from Pierre Frey with a bamboo-inspired mirror and Urban Electric Company’s contemporary sconces. The final product: A powder room that gleefully beats to its own drum.
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Divided Bathroom
Alanna Hale
For some much-needed and appreciated privacy, add a dividing wall to a larger bathroom. The key, however, is to make sure neither side skimps on style. Jessica Davis of Atelier Davis perfected the balance in this California Bay Area home with the help of bright tiles from Ipax, a custom vanity decked out with Nest hardware, and thoughtful wall sculptures, courtesy of Katie Gong.
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Picture-Perfect Bathroom
Anson Smart
If you’re blessed with a spectacular sight, why not cherish it? In designer Tamsin Johnson’s Sydney home, she placed the standalone tub right next to the windows, which just so happen to feature a private vista of the city's Double Beach Bay.
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Rustic Mirror Bathroom
Haris Kenjar
Anyone who peers into a mirror is often (and understandably) focused on the reflection it shines back, but this sweet powder room encourages you to stop and enjoy the fixture itself. When she was designing children’s book author Amanda Henke’s lake house, Anne Macdonald sprang for a Scandinavian midcentury mirror that commands attention.
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Psychedelic Bathroom
Carmel Brantley
Hypnotic patterns take center stage in this Palm Beach bathroom, which is swathed in Voutsa’s Judy Stripe Blue and Purple wallpaper. Create the same visual impact in your space by adding your favorite feisty repeat to your area’s often-neglected fifth wall.
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Le Corbusier-Inspired Bathroom
Brian Ferry
If you want to show off your good taste and your encyclopedic knowledge of interiors, look to the past for inspiration.
Design darling Home Studios decked out this Fort Greene, Brooklyn, home's bathroom with Le Corbusier–inspired wall murals by artist Kimmy Quillin, a Giallo Siena marble sink base, and high-contrast tiles from Clé.
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Couple’s Bathroom
Ryann Ford
Decorating a bathroom for two? No problem. In this Austin, Texas, home, Paul Lamb created a dynamic duo of matching showers, vanities, and sinks. A lone soaking tub anchors the space, offering symmetry with a twist.
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Checkered Bathroom
Cerruti & Draime
Tiles are a great way to protect your walls from excess moisture—be it a steamy shower or some water droplets on the sink—but they’re also packed with plenty of design inspiration. If you can’t settle on one style, select a few and strategically place them to create an optical illusion.
Fabrizio Casiraghi nailed the look in this Paris bathroom.
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Blue-Trimmed Bathroom
Ricardo Labougle
For a pop of color that strikes a balance between subtle and statement, consider coating your trimmings in a vibrant hue. Designer Lorenzo Castillo employed Farrow & Ball’s Stiffkey Blue in this Menorca villa’s bathroom. When paired with crisp white walls, the blue accent pays homage to the property’s seaside location.
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Hot Pink Bathroom
Kirk Davis Swinehart
Just because your bathroom is on the smaller side doesn’t mean it has to be snoozy. In this Greenwich Village studio, William Cullum made the ultimate statement with electric pink walls and a matching marbled shower curtain, courtesy of Voutsa.
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Moody Lighting Bathroom
Shade Degges
Not only can lighting make or break a space, but the specific fixtures used can also influence a small bathroom’s ambience.
For a moody look, add some sconces. The sleek, vintage Maison Arlus lighting used in this Martha Mulholland–designed space adds the right touch of romance.
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Textural Bathroom
Christopher Stark
As Antonio Martins’s San Francisco bathroom proves, an all-white space doesn’t have to be boring. Between the subway-tiled shower, Imperial Marble trim, and Phillip Jeffries wallpaper, this space offers plenty of visual interest.
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Statement-Making Sink Bathroom
Max Burkhalter
If you want to make a statement in a small bathroom, invest in one standout piece. In this apartment on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, designer Michael K. Chen made a Cassiopeia marble vanity the focal point. Rounding out the powder room is a custom mirror from Kin & Company and two Lindsey Adelman sconces.
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Palm-Printed Bathroom
The Ingalls
If you want to spruce up an older bathroom—without undergoing a full renovation—take a cue from designer Mary Celeste Beall’s Knoxville, Tenn., home. In this bathroom, she pairs a glamorous wallpaper repeat by Florence Broadhurst with the opulent sink and vanity, both of which are original to the space.
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Multipurpose Bathroom
Alanna Hale
Why decide between a shower or bathtub when you can have the best of both worlds? In his Miami Beach home, hotelier Barry Sternlicht deftly placed a standalone soaking tub next to his walk-in shower, complete with custom steel-and-glass doors.
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Oceanic Bathroom
Chad Mellon
Designer Shannon McLaren Wilkins went through 15 design iterations before perfecting this Newport Beach, Calif.
, guest bathroom. With glossy green tiles and artwork by Anna Ullman, it combines California cool and a Mediterranean flair within the same four walls.
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Globe-Trotting Bathroom
Simon Upton
When decorating her Upper East Side home, Patricia Greene Isen wanted to pay tribute to her jet-setting lifestyle. The guest bedroom features a global edge, thanks to a sink and fittings by Waterworks as well as a backsplash of Mosaic House tiles.
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Clawfoot Tub Bathroom
Ricardo Labougle
Does it get more luxurious than a clawfoot tub? In Amaro Sánchez de Moya's new Seville, Spain, apartment, the main bathroom features a tub and fittings by Cifial. Plus, the antique chandelier and sconces are sourced from Spain and France, respectively.
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Art Gallery Bathroom
William Waldron
Want to show off your art collection? Take a cue from late author Julia Reed, who incorporated a meticulous gallery wall into her New Orleans bathroom.
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Oceanic Bathroom
Douglas Friedman
When designing this Bay Area–based home, Nicole Hollis looked to the surrounding property for inspiration. With glossy teal tiles and neutral finishings, this bathroom pays tribute to the lagoon near the property.
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High-Contrast Bathroom
Douglas Friedman
What’s black, white, and chic all over? Jessie Schuster’s luxe bathroom in her SoHo loft. The Jean Cocteau pencil drawing, Matisse-inspired print, and bud vase warm up the slate and marble-clad walls.
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Blue Tub Bathroom
Yves Drieghe
For this Belgium manor, Jean-Philippe Demeyer selected a blue bathtub, offering an unconventional twist to the bathroom staple. Rounding out the room is a vintage Scandinavian rug and walls covered in Farrow & Ball’s Lulworth Blue.
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Stone-Clad Bathroom
Undine Pröhl
Located on the Pacific coast of Mexico, Carlos Couturier’s bathroom celebrates Mother Nature in all her glory. The sink is carved from local stone, while the copper plumbing comes courtesy of a local artisan.
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Neutral Bathroom
Haris Kenjar
Heidi Caillier warms up this neutral bathroom with a custom vanity, vintage runner, and Cie Tile-clad floor. The final product is a happy medium between timeless and trendy.
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Glamorous Bathroom
Ricardo Labougle
Designer Lorenzo Castillo transports this Parisian bathroom into the Roaring ’20s with Art Deco sconces, Calacatta marble moldings, and sink fittings by Devon & Devon.
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Lounge Bathroom
Ricardo Labougle
Want to kick back and relax? Add some seating options to your bathroom.
In Mario Connio’s former seaside retreat, a custom daybed flanks one side of the bathtub.
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Penny Tile Bathroom
Kirsten Francis
Augusta Hoffman strikes the perfect balance between old and new in her East Village bathroom. The vintage dresser she placed in the powder room deftly offsets the blue penny tiles that adorn the walls.
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Cement Counter Bathroom
Anita Calero
As Anita Calero’s bathroom in Colombia proves, less is more. Here, an all-white space is peppered with natural details such as a concrete counter, Thai sink, and an Agape mirror from Moss.
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Terrazzo Bathroom
David Benjamin Sherry
This East Hampton, N.Y., bathroom packs a punch with floor-to-ceiling terrazzo.
Here, architect Javier Robles pairs Max Lamb’s engineered marble with fittings from Boffi.
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Mural Bathroom
Eric Piasecki
Steven Gambrel breathes new life into this Chicago powder room with a lively hand-painted wallpaper from Gracie. The Onyx Fantastico marble sink and floor complement the lush landscape depicted in the repeat.
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High-Contrast Bathroom
G L Askew II
Ernest de la Torre brings an unexpected color combination to this Bel Air (L.A.) bathroom. Here, he pairs Schumacher’s yellow grass cloth wall covering with a custom—and undeniably striking— Brazilian quartzite sink.
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Artful Bathroom
Shai Epstein
Alex Meitlis and Ivo Bisignano’s bathroom receives a museum-worthy upgrade with a standalone tub from Efraim Kastiel & Sons and abstract sculpture, courtesy of Bisignano.
The result? A bathroom that bridges the gap between form and function.
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Colorful Bathroom
Frank Frances
When it comes to design, a guest bathroom doesn’t have to play second fiddle. In this Hudson Valley, N.Y., home, designer Sheila Bridges covered this space with artwork from Earl Swanigan, Waterworks’ finishings, and walls covered in a custom design by Bridges herself.
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Limestone Bathroom
Douglas Friedman
Designer Steven Gambrel gave this walk-in shower a rustic edge with a limestone fitting by Zucchetti and a powder coated–steel enclosure.
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Soak-Friendly Bathroom
Simon Upton
Located inside a 16th-century Tuscan villa, this bathroom was designed with relaxation in mind.
Designer Hubert Zandberg paired a travertine bathtub with a custom screen and vintage brass trolley, which was found at a Parisian flea market.
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Onyx Bathroom
Thomas Loof
Designer Bradley Stephens infused an Art Deco spirit into this Manhattan-based powder room with vintage Murano sconces and a custom onyx-patterned wallcovering.
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Desert Bathroom
Trevor Tondro
With a freestanding tub, Jason Wu for Brizo tub filler, and warm color palette, Sophia Bush’s Hollywood bathroom is soothing and sensational in equal measure.
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Cool-Toned Bathroom
Fabien Charuau
In this Mumbai apartment, Srila Chatterjee and Mahesh Mathai embraced their roots with a sink made from an Indian brass wok, storage from Jodhpur, and custom wall tiles, which were made in Jaipur.
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Daylit Bathroom
Joe Fletcher
When designing this home for a Silicon Valley couple, Studio Schicketanz wanted to play up the elements from the Big Sur coastline outside. Here, the bathroom is punctuated with a tub from Concreteworks and a round skylight, courtesy of Royalite Manufacturing.
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Eccentric Bathroom
Douglas Friedman
Power couple Simon Doonan and Jonathan Adler’s Greenwich Village master bath is an eccentric and meticulously designed space, with a custom tub by Apaiser, vintage table by Aldo Tura, medallion from an Hermès boutique, and wall and floor tiles by Artistic Tile.
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Roman-Inspired Bathroom
Trevor Tondro
In fashion stylist-turned-decorator Estee Stanley’s guest bathroom, the warm-veined marble floors and vanity are inspired by a Roman spa.
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Grotto Bathroom
Joe Schmelzer
In this coastal Malibu home designed by Oliver M. Furth, the guest bathroom benefits from an exciting combination of great lighting and ocean blue paint.
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Refined Chicago Bathroom
Tony Soluri
In an unconventionally glam Chicago family home, the spacious master bathroom feels bright with an all-white palette, accented with a crystal chandelier and checkerboard bordered floors.
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Royal Bathroom
Douglas Friedman
A spacious master bath in hotelier Alan Faena’s Miami Beach home is covered in floor-to-ceiling marble, with a Louis XV mirror, Philippe Starck chair, and candelabra sculpture by Peter Tunney, making major impact in the luxurious space.
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Floor-Focused Bathroom
Simon Upton
The master bathroom in this charming Greenwich Village apartment maintains a monochromatic palette, with eclectic flooring and large subway tile walls that create movement in the space. Gold sink fittings, sconces, and knobs take on a metallic elegance.
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Rustic Poppy Bathroom
William Waldron
In a laid-back Lake Tahoe retreat, a bright and vintage-inspired powder room features a poppy wallcovering by Trustworth Studios; a reproduction of a 19th-century C.F.A. Voysey Arts and Crafts design. Moody blue trim provides a rich contrast against the pink, while the rustic industrial vanity by Bradley brings an old-world twist.
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Sunny Children's Bathroom
Patrick Cline
Sunny shades and geometric tiles animate the children’s bathroom in interior designer Carolyn Kressley’s Tribeca apartment.
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Boho Bathroom
Trevor Tondro
A summery boho bathroom is clad in a pretty paisley pattern, while a unique stand holds a bold marble sink. A mirror by Arteriors lends a vintage feel.
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Dark and Sultry Bathroom
Julia Robbs
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Revamped 1940s Bathroom
Courtesy of Douglas Elliman
A 1940s bathroom in Wilhelmina Models CEO Bill Wackerman’s Beekman Place apartment is modernized with marble tile and pale gray wallpaper, while original tub and sink fixtures were preserved.
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Romantic Floral Bathroom
Paul Costello
A blossoming powder room in a New Orleans manse lets the walls do the talking.
Floral wallpaper by Ellie Cashman is paired with a washstand and fittings by RH, Restoration Hardware, a mirror from Design Within Reach, and sconces by Jonathan Adler.
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Zen Bathroom
Nicole Franzen; Sarah Elliott
Natural materials make a statement in this sanctuary of a master bathroom. A ceiling and walls clad in utilitarian manila rope are use to shield the bathroom from the outdoors. The soft and velvety walls envelop the space and also offer a tactile element to the room, which opens to the master bedroom.
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Mirror-Lined Bathroom
Douglas Friendman
Mirrors make a narrow bathroom in this Tuxedo Park, New York, home look more spacious. The sink fittings are by Kallista, and the hamper is from HomeGoods.
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Cerulean Blue Bathroom
William Waldron
Tiles by Original Style give a white and cerulean scheme a sleek twist in this Bordeaux, France, bathroom designed by Michael Coorengel and Jean-Pierre Calvagra.
The room also features candle lighting fixtures, and a 19th-century painted wrought-iron washbasin.
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Beachy White Bathroom
William Abranowicz
The dark window frame and flooring made of local brown stone give contrast to the all-over white of French designer Christian Liaigre’s St. Barts beach home. The white sink and its fittings are by Volevatch, and the shelves and steel-frame mirror were made by local craftsmen.
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Violet Marble Bathroom
William Abranowicz
The walls and floor, sheathed in Calacatta Viola marble, give drama to the bathroom of this laid-back New York City apartment. The vanity and tub are by Waterworks, the fittings are by Lefroy Brooks and the sconces are by Ozone.
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Aqua Floral Bathroom
Eric Piasecki
Bold wallpaper from Secondhand Rosein adds a splashy pop of color to a New York City home decorated by interior designer Katie Ridder.
The sconces are from Liza Sherman Antiques and the sink is custom-made.
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Rustic Checkerboard Bathroom
Eric Piasecki
This Northern California family home gives structure to a dainty bathroom with checkerboard-painted floorboards in Farrow & Ball’s All White. The tub is by Waterworks, sink and fittings by Lefroy Brooks and a painting by Hugo Guinness. The walls are painted in Benjamin Moore's White Dove.
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Abstract Bathroom
Richard Powers
The powder room in this upstate New York ranch house features a black and white mural by Shantell Martin and wainscoting painted in Benjamin Moore’s Midnight.
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Floral Ceiling Bathroom
Bjorn Wallander
Designer Patrick Punty’s Oakland bungalow skips patterned walls in favor of a dramatic ceiling covered in Cole & Son wallpaper.
The bathroom sink is by Stone Forest, the faucet is by Waterworks, and the bust of Napoleon is antique.
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White Marble Bathroom
Eric Piasecki
In designer Kevin Dumais midcentury modern Tribeca loft, the walls and floor are sheathed in white dolomite marble. The tub and fittings are by Lefroy Brooks, the stool is from Room & Board, and the artwork in the hallway is by Robert Janitz.
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Patterned Tile Bathroom
Alyssa Rosenheck
For the master bath in designer Katie Hackworth’s Medina, Washington home she utilizes clean subway tile with marble trim, a black-and-white clawfoot soaking tub, and industrial steel and glass doors to give a crisp look, adding a balance of color with cement floor tiles.
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Wood and Marble Bathroom
Richard Powers
An ornate custom-made mirror breaks up the clean lines of the guest bath in this home in Guadalajara, Mexico.
The sink is by Alape with fittings by Dornbracht; the counter is Carrara marble.
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Smoky Marble Bathroom
Mikkel Vang
Blue Bardiglio marble gives an ocean effect to the master bath of this northern New Jersey home. The tub by Kohler has fittings by Dornbracht.
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Playful Wallpaper
William Abranowicz
California cool rules the day in the guest bathroom of this rustic L.A. home. The chair is upholstered in the California state flag, the sink and fittings are by Waterworks, the custom wallcovering is by Nathalie Lété, and the door is painted in Farrow & Ball’s Studio Green.
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Elegant Storage Solution
Douglas Friedman
To make up for the limited storage space in Academy Award winner Marisa Tomei’s Manhattan apartment, an Empire cabinet lined with Cole & Son wallpaper was added.
The sink and fittings are by Waterworks, the mirror is by Made Goods, the sconces are by Aerin and the wallpaper is by Sister Parish Design.
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Mirror-Walled Bathroom
Bjorn Wallander
Ann Pyne, head of one of Americas oldest and most distinguished design firms, designed this petite bathroom for a Manhattan client used mirrors to make a small space look larger. A photograph by Luisa Lambri hangs above the bath.
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Rich Red Bathroom
Stephen Kent Johnson
The small bathroom of this Greenwich Village penthouse gets an outsized dose of character courtesy of etchings by James Brown. The tile and sink are original, while the ceiling light is by the Federalist.
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Art Deco Bathroom
Douglas Friedman
In the master bath of an Art Deco pad in Chicago, the Waterworks tub has fittings by Barber Wilsons & Co.
, the circa-1905 Viennese stool by Julius and Josef Herrmann is from Bernd Goeckler, and the room is sheathed in Calacatta Capri, Grigio Carnico, and Belgian Black marbles; the abstract plaster sculpture is unsigned and from the 20th century.
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Slope-Side Bathroom
Stephen Kent Johnson
In a slope-side home in Big Sky, Montana, the powder room’s sink fittings, mirror, and wall light are by Waterworks, the custom sink is of stone, and the walls are clad in reclaimed whitewashed wood.
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Beach House Bathroom
James Merrell
An Ibiza beach house serves as a serene family retreat designed by Cabinet Alberto Pinto. In the bathroom, Almaviva tiles in a blue-and-white stripe amplify the turquoise glow of the subterranean room, where a porthole over the Villeroy & Boc sinks provides an underwater view of the pool.
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Jungle-Inspired Bathroom
Eric Piasecki
The walls in the master bath of a Manhattan apartment belonging to PR maven Christina Juarez are sheathed in a Cole & Son wallpaper, available through Lee Jofa. The stool is from Pier 1 Imports, the white vase is from the End of History, and the photograph reflected in the mirror is by Dariusz Klimczak.
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Eclectic Bathroom
Jean-Francois Jaussaud
In the master bath of a French countryside duplex, floor-to-ceiling galvanized-iron bookshelves are accessible by way of a metal library ladder. The sculptures and paintings are by Astuguevieille.
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Country Bathroom
Stephen Kent Johnson
Amanda Seyfried’s Catskills, N.Y., country house is filled with rustic decor, which extends into the stunning master bath.
Inside, you’ll find a custom vanity with fittings by Waterworks; the sconce is from Design Within Reach, the floor tile is by Heath Ceramics, and the beadboard is painted in Farrow & Ball’s Dimpse.
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Vintage Bathroom
Kristoffer Johnsson
In the bathroom of this Swedish farmhouse, the vintage tub features fittings by Mora Armatur, and the floor is tiled with Carrara marble.
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Decor and interior design > Site map > Bathroom > Large bathroom - original ideas and examples of designing large areas (110 photos and videos) m. This is a very spacious room, especially for the bathroom. Many owners face difficulties in arranging such rooms.
If there are no special options in a small bathroom, then here you can give free rein to your imagination. In a large bathroom, not only convenience is important, but also beauty, because all kinds of decor are appropriate here.
Maximum convenience
If the bathroom is combined, and the room is huge, to put it mildly, it is worth installing the maximum number of plumbing fixtures. Today, toilets with a bidet function are often installed.
But, in a large bathroom, you can place two separate devices - a toilet and a bidet. It is much more comfortable and functional.
Choose large, comfortable fixtures. In a spacious room there is always a place for her.
Twin washbasins
Double washbasins are an extremely convenient and functional solution that will fit perfectly into the design of a large bathroom. This is especially true for large families.
In addition, spouses often have a different approach to the design of the sink and the location of personal hygiene devices in this area.
This solution allows you to personalize the sink to the needs and preferences of each spouse.
A large bathroom sink is also a convenient solution. But, as a rule, there is no need for an enlarged sink. Such sinks are only needed for washing dishes or laundry.
But, the dishes are usually washed in the kitchen and washed in the washing machine. Therefore, a better option would be to install paired sinks made in a single design.
Separate bath and shower
If the room is really large, the bath and shower must be separated. This makes it possible to install a modern shower cabin with massage jets and other features. It is also possible to install a shower cubicle of non-standard sizes.
Larger models are also available. For example, there are stylish and comfortable fonts for two. In a large bathroom, you can even realize a miniature pool or sauna. You can see how such solutions look like in the photo of a large bathroom.
SPA at home
There are special shower cabins on the market with a steam function. A very convenient and functional solution that allows you to implement a full-fledged SPA system at home.
In terms of connection, these booths are not complicated. The only difference is that in addition to water, electricity must be connected to it. Such a booth will be not only useful, but also an aesthetic addition to the interior.
Away from the walls
If in a compact bathroom all plumbing, furniture and other items are placed against the walls, then this is not true for a spacious room. If you do this, the bathroom will seem deserted.
Large bathroom furniture can be made built-in.
Yes, in this case it will be placed against the walls. However, the bath itself can be moved closer to the center, making it the main focus of the room.
If the bathtub is to be built in, a podium must be built for it. In this way, you can organize a mini-pool. The font can not be built in, but placed on decorative legs at some distance from the walls. It should not be placed in the very center of the room; it is better not to install it on and close to the wall.
Symmetry in the interior
Beautiful design of a large bathroom can be achieved by resorting to symmetry. Not everyone likes this solution, but it fits almost all interior styles.
In a small bathroom, this solution is almost impossible to implement. But, in a large room, symmetrically arranged furniture sets, plumbing fixtures and decorative elements look great.
Position paired washbasins with mirrors symmetrically. Be sure to use the same plumbing and furniture.
An additional mirror will look good between them.
And closer to the opposite wall, exactly in the center between the two sinks, a spacious bath will look great.
Not just tiles!
Ceramic tiles are the most popular material for finishing bathrooms, especially small ones. But, in spacious rooms, you can use other, even more beautiful and no less practical finishing materials.
Walls can be finished with decorative plaster or covered with moisture-resistant textured paint. You can even apply moisture-resistant wallpaper with various patterns.
The ceiling can be stretched. Also, natural wood can be used as a finishing material, and a moisture-resistant laminate is often laid on the floor.
Built-in appliances
Today, most designers do not recommend installing household appliances in the bathroom, such as washing machines, dryers, etc. This negatively affects the interior of the room and reminds of its utilitarian purpose.
But, an alternative option is to build appliances into furniture. This almost completely masks the technique in the interior, making the design of the room more elegant and pleasant.
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When you have a really big room, it's not enough to just make a combined bathroom.
Forget about utility, create a spectacular interior It would seem that the most difficult thing in interior design is to fit into the framework. For example, in a cut budget or in a small area. However, as practice shows, severe restrictions sometimes stimulate the best ideas. And the wide possibilities, on the contrary, are confusing.
This is exactly what happened to my acquaintances who moved to a new house: they managed a six-square-meter bathroom on their own (there are not so many options). But when a spacious bathroom of 20 square meters happened in their life, and even with a window, difficulties arose. In a large bathroom, you need not just to conveniently arrange plumbing equipment. Beauty and the laws of composition come to the fore. To help my friends, I have formulated several principles for the design of large bathrooms - today I want to share them with you.
Oliver Burns
Let there be « all the amenities »
You finally have space for more than just a shared bathroom.
Along with the toilet, you can also install a bidet. Bolder! Move on to a new level of comfort that is already generally accepted for the rest of the world.
Although modern technology makes it possible to combine a toilet and bidet in one unit, this is just the right solution for small spaces. And the technological appearance of such devices is far from always possible to fit into the chosen style of the bathroom.
Mark Williams Design
Give me two
It is very convenient to have twin sinks in the bathroom. Especially if this is your family room. Of course, habits are highly dependent on lifestyle. But so many owners of spacious bathrooms lean towards personalization as a result: spouses prefer to have an individual pair of sinks and mirrors.
Jill Greaves Design
Living Separately
With space available, I think it's vital to separate the bathroom and shower.
This will allow the use of more modern shower equipment, such as massage nozzles or a cascade. Or maybe you want to make a shower cabin larger than the standard one, or even a shower for two?
The same goes for the bathtub: the tubs are also double. In the end, if the area allows, you can even install a mini-pool or sauna in the bathroom.
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Home spa
There are now a plethora of options for combining showers with steam cabins – not the dreadful designs that everyone immediately thinks of, but modern cabins that have minimal technical requirements: just a connection to the water and electricity. I can assure you that these are worthy devices in terms of both beauty and convenience.
Orren Pickell Building Group
Don't push yourself against the walls
One of the main mistakes in planning large bathrooms is placing furniture and fixtures exclusively along the walls.
With this arrangement, the bathroom looks too empty.
DeGraw & DeHaan Architects
The most obvious solution is to install a free-standing bathtub, which looks much more elegant in the interior than any built-in options.
If you want to build in, build your hot tub wisely. For example, on the floor or podium (if the technical features of the room allow it). Perhaps you even want to put not a bath, but a mini-pool?
International Custom Designs
« Yes » symmetry
I am a fan of symmetry in interiors, but often small spaces do not allow using this planning principle. If the area does not hold you back, try to stick to the symmetrical arrangement of plumbing in the bathroom - it always looks elegant and thoughtful.
Kohler
Tiles - are not the only option
If you have a large area, it is not necessary to cover the entire surface of the walls with stone or tiles.
In those areas where there is no direct contact with water, paint and even wallpaper are quite appropriate.
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Maienza - Wilson Architecture + Interiors
Bathroom window, hooray!
Surprisingly, this fact does not please most of my customers. All as one are afraid of mold on the curtains and the eternal smell of dampness. In fact, there is nothing to worry about: you just need to choose fabrics with moisture-resistant impregnation and think about good ventilation.
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Atlanta's Best Cabinets
Where there is a bathroom, there is a toilet
It is quite logical to place a dressing table in a simple bathroom: many women apply makeup in this room. And if they have the opportunity to paint their eyes not over the sink, but sitting in a comfortable chair (ideally by the window, in natural light) - what could be more wonderful?
2 Design Group
Fit in appliances
I recommend avoiding placing a washing machine in the bathroom at all costs, especially in a visible place.
Such a step will return you to the utilitarian purpose of the room again, relegating the home spa to the status of a laundry room.
Tip: It is certainly very convenient to have a washing machine close to the water supply. But at least put the device in a beautiful closet.
Max Crosby Construction
Storage and Storage
Photographs of bathroom interiors without a single cabinet are very common in magazines and catalogs. Such minimalism, of course, looks good, but is not viable at all. Normal people in everyday life use cosmetics and perfumes, do not fold towels in neat piles, just like hanging washcloths and forgetting clothes on hooks.
A large number of such trifles in plain sight can kill the idea of any thoughtful interior. Let the laundry basket be built-in, for towels - a separate closet. And even your numerous stocks of cosmetics can also be stored behind the doors of lockers!
DESIGNER TOUCHES LTD
More light - good and different
Not enough lighting can be a huge mistake.
If in a small bathroom there is enough local lighting near a mirror or one ceiling lamp, then in a large bathroom it is very important to plan multifunctional light in zones. All the same principles of lighting planning apply here as in other rooms: general lighting (chandelier, built-in lamps, ceiling lamp), functional lighting (near the mirror, in the shower room), decorative lighting (illumination of niches, decorative elements, lamps in the floor ).
Pepe Calderin Design- Modern Interior Design
These are not small things!
Use decorative candles along with utility electric lights. This is a great way to decorate a bathroom of any size, not just a large one. But, when the scale allows, you can use large candles and massive candlesticks - for example, thick white candles in glass vases look very nice.
Andrew Snow Photography
Full-length
Whenever possible, I always try to put a full-length mirror in the bathroom.
