23 master bathroom designs
Creating a spa-like retreat continues to be at the forefront of master bathroom design. In addition to relaxing soaking tubs and invigorating showers with multiple showerheads, homeowners are now incorporating elements such as exotic stone, elaborate lighting, and even fireplaces into their bathroom retreats. These master bathroom designs from each of our Housetrends’ markets showcase luxurious amenities that take pampering to the next level.
A drastic renovation transformed this Cleveland master bath into a spa-like retreat. A soaking tub sits by itself on a raised wooden platform, positioned directly underneath the large window. Dramatic touches here and there—like the LED-lit field stones that line the platform—keep this space from becoming just another master bath.
Architect: Ryan Duebber
Builder: JP Compass Consulting and Construction, Inc.
A drastic renovation transformed this Cleveland master bath into a spa-like retreat. A soaking tub sits by itself on a raised wooden platform, positioned directly underneath the large window. Dramatic touches here and there—like the LED-lit field stones that line the platform—keep this space from becoming just another master bath.
Architect: Ryan Duebber
Builder: JP Compass Consulting and Construction, Inc.
In the Columbus neighborhood of Victorian Village, this upstairs bathroom features a slipper style tub that offers a sublimely comfortable soak for one, with the extended backrest designed to support the head and shoulders. The shower was transformed from a closed, molded insert to an oversize sanctuary with floor-to-ceiling glass walls. The sink moved closer to a window that grants a full view of the back yard. An elegant white tub meets a dark wall, which adds a bit of drama.
Contractor and designer: Ketron Custom Builders
Interior designer: Shane Spencer;
Cabinetry: Custom by homeowner and father
Countertop: Sea Grass Limestone, Chester Smith Marble & Granite
Fixtures: Kohler Verticyl sink, Kallista Vir Stil faucets, Victoria + Albert
Amalfi Slipper tub, Delta Contemporary floor mount tub filler: all from Ferguson Enterprises
Tile: Walker Zanger from The Hamilton Parker Company
In the Columbus neighborhood of Victorian Village, this upstairs bathroom features a slipper style tub that offers a sublimely comfortable soak for one, with the extended backrest designed to support the head and shoulders. The shower was transformed from a closed, molded insert to an oversize sanctuary with floor-to-ceiling glass walls. The sink moved closer to a window that grants a full view of the back yard. An elegant white tub meets a dark wall, which adds a bit of drama.
Contractor and designer: Ketron Custom Builders
Interior designer: Shane Spencer;
Cabinetry: Custom by homeowner and father
Countertop: Sea Grass Limestone, Chester Smith Marble & Granite
Fixtures: Kohler Verticyl sink, Kallista Vir Stil faucets, Victoria + Albert
Amalfi Slipper tub, Delta Contemporary floor mount tub filler: all from Ferguson Enterprises
Tile: Walker Zanger from The Hamilton Parker Company
A small space is the perfect place to add a unique pattern, such as the vintage-inspired bathroom floor tile in this Dayton bathroom. The eye-catching black and white pattern takes center stage and is complemented by simple oversized glossy white subway tile—creating a classic look that’s perfect in any setting.
Interior designer: Amanda Cook, Vintage Scout Interiors
Floor tile: StonePeak Ceramics, Palazzo Graphite Deco Florentina;
Wall tile: Anatolio Soho White Glossy subway tile
Tile supplier: Mees Distributors
Pedestal sink and plumbing fixtures: American Standard, Winsupply
Paint: Sherwin-Williams Gray Clouds
A small space is the perfect place to add a unique pattern, such as the vintage-inspired bathroom floor tile in this Dayton bathroom. The eye-catching black and white pattern takes center stage and is complemented by simple oversized glossy white subway tile—creating a classic look that’s perfect in any setting.
Interior designer: Amanda Cook, Vintage Scout Interiors
Floor tile: StonePeak Ceramics, Palazzo Graphite Deco Florentina;
Wall tile: Anatolio Soho White Glossy subway tile
Tile supplier: Mees Distributors
Pedestal sink and plumbing fixtures: American Standard, Winsupply
Paint: Sherwin-Williams Gray Clouds
Functionality and simplicity were the driving force behind this master bathroom for a busy Cincinnati couple with small children. Against the dark cabinets and chocolate paint, a swath of unbroken white backsplash and countertop circles the room, melting into the white built-in tub creating dramatic, horizontal lines.
Designer: Voltage, Inc.
Contractor: Camden Homes, Inc.
Tub: BainUltra
Lighting: Artemide and Leucos, Voltage, Inc.
Functionality and simplicity were the driving force behind this master bathroom for a busy Cincinnati couple with small children. Against the dark cabinets and chocolate paint, a swath of unbroken white backsplash and countertop circles the room, melting into the white built-in tub creating dramatic, horizontal lines.
Designer: Voltage, Inc.
Contractor: Camden Homes, Inc.
Tub: BainUltra
Lighting: Artemide and Leucos, Voltage, Inc.
When they sent the last of their six children off to college, to the east of Columbus, a Nashport, Ohio couple made some changes to their home, including a master bath renovation that resulted in this soothing space. A soft palette of creams, whites and warm browns make the room welcoming and timeless, while his-and-hers sinks and a makeup station make it wonderfully functional. Plenty of light is always a good thing, too, and this bath has it flowing in from the windows, wall and ceiling fixtures, and an over-the-tub chandelier.
Lead designer: Cheryl Stauffer, Crimson Design Group
Architect: Richard Taylor Architects
Builder: Rick Wilson
When they sent the last of their six children off to college, to the east of Columbus, a Nashport, Ohio couple made some changes to their home, including a master bath renovation that resulted in this soothing space. A soft palette of creams, whites and warm browns make the room welcoming and timeless, while his-and-hers sinks and a makeup station make it wonderfully functional. Plenty of light is always a good thing, too, and this bath has it flowing in from the windows, wall and ceiling fixtures, and an over-the-tub chandelier.
Lead designer: Cheryl Stauffer, Crimson Design Group
Architect: Richard Taylor Architects
Builder: Rick Wilson
Don’t be afraid to incorporate large tile in a small space. The 10-inch hexagon tile makes this master bathroom in Dayton, Ohio appear more spacious, while the rectangular marble provides visual interest to the walls. Despite the inclusion of two different tile patterns, the black, white and gray tones of the floor bring out the soft veining of the marble walls.
Interior designers: Amanda Cook; Amanda Burtis
Floor tile: AKDO Heritage Hex
Wall and shower floor tile: Speartek Natural Marble, Venatto Grigio
Shower tile: ADex USA Studio Graystone
Tile supplier: Mees Distributors
Plumbing fixtures: Winsupply
Shower door: Alluring Glass
Table: Circa for the Home
Paint: Sherwin-Williams Silverpointe
Don’t be afraid to incorporate large tile in a small space. The 10-inch hexagon tile makes this master bathroom in Dayton, Ohio appear more spacious, while the rectangular marble provides visual interest to the walls. Despite the inclusion of two different tile patterns, the black, white and gray tones of the floor bring out the soft veining of the marble walls.
Interior designers: Amanda Cook; Amanda Burtis
Floor tile: AKDO Heritage Hex
Wall and shower floor tile: Speartek Natural Marble, Venatto Grigio
Shower tile: ADex USA Studio Graystone
Tile supplier: Mees Distributors
Plumbing fixtures: Winsupply
Shower door: Alluring Glass
Table: Circa for the Home
Paint: Sherwin-Williams Silverpointe
Various sizes of sleek black modern tile establish a dramatic look in this Dayton master bathroom. The large 18x18-inch porcelain tile on the floor stands in stark contrast to the miniature mosaic glass tile featured on the accent wall separating the rectangular soaking tub and massive walk-through shower.
Builder: South Dayton Builders & Remodelers
Floor and wall tile: Noir Linen porcelain tile, Daltile
Cabinetry and countertops: The Requarth Co./Supply One
Various sizes of sleek black modern tile establish a dramatic look in this Dayton master bathroom. The large 18x18-inch porcelain tile on the floor stands in stark contrast to the miniature mosaic glass tile featured on the accent wall separating the rectangular soaking tub and massive walk-through shower.
Builder: South Dayton Builders & Remodelers
Floor and wall tile: Noir Linen porcelain tile, Daltile
Cabinetry and countertops: The Requarth Co./Supply One
A Columbus couple decided that it was finally time to bid adieu to the whirlpool tub that held center stage in their master bathroom for years. The solution was creating a shower along the whole back wall, consuming an incredible 6x12-foot area. A two-sided fireplace was placed between the bath and bedroom.
Designer and contractor: Dave Fox Design-Build Remodelers
Multi-colored slate flooring, and stacked stone in shower: The Hamilton Parker Company
Countertops and shower bench seat: Cambria Quartz, Konkus Marble & Granite
Ventless fireplace: EcoSmart, The Hamilton Parker Company
A Columbus couple decided that it was finally time to bid adieu to the whirlpool tub that held center stage in their master bathroom for years. The solution was creating a shower along the whole back wall, consuming an incredible 6x12-foot area. A two-sided fireplace was placed between the bath and bedroom.
Designer and contractor: Dave Fox Design-Build Remodelers
Multi-colored slate flooring, and stacked stone in shower: The Hamilton Parker Company
Countertops and shower bench seat: Cambria Quartz, Konkus Marble & Granite
Ventless fireplace: EcoSmart, The Hamilton Parker Company
While most homeowners are drifting toward contemporary or rustic in their master bathroom, these owners marched to the beat of their own drum with an Indochine 1920s look, which is a mix of French and Vietnamese design elements. Slabs of eye-catching Mercury granite are seen on the tub surround, shower walls and vanity countertop. In the middle of the mesmerizing design is a maple double vanity cabinet covered in black high gloss paint, which adds a masculine touch to the space while still complementing the granite.
Cabinetry: Amoroso Cabinets
Contractor: Deslandes Contracting, Inc.
Granite and marble fabricator: Exceptional Granite
While most homeowners are drifting toward contemporary or rustic in their master bathroom, these owners marched to the beat of their own drum with an Indochine 1920s look, which is a mix of French and Vietnamese design elements. Slabs of eye-catching Mercury granite are seen on the tub surround, shower walls and vanity countertop. In the middle of the mesmerizing design is a maple double vanity cabinet covered in black high gloss paint, which adds a masculine touch to the space while still complementing the granite.
Cabinetry: Amoroso Cabinets
Contractor: Deslandes Contracting, Inc.
Granite and marble fabricator: Exceptional Granite
The design for this palatial-looking first floor master bathroom was dictated by the homeowners’ request for a Tuscan theme throughout the entire home. Elegant accents, including intricate curling details and tile work, can be seen from floor to ceiling.
Builder: Palmieri Builders
Architect: Justin Kapela Design
Designer: House of L
The design for this palatial-looking first floor master bathroom was dictated by the homeowners’ request for a Tuscan theme throughout the entire home. Elegant accents, including intricate curling details and tile work, can be seen from floor to ceiling.
Builder: Palmieri Builders
Architect: Justin Kapela Design
Designer: House of L
A cheerful dose of sunny yellow brings this Pittsburgh master bathroom to life. Complemented by a gleaming white soaking tub strategically placed in front of the windows to take advantage of the natural light and view, this bathroom can brighten your mood on the dreariest of days.
Designer: Interior Advisors at Murrysville Design Center
Contractor: Babz Construction
Bathtub: Kohler, Nicklas Supply; Splash
Granite countertops: Vangura Surfacing Products
A cheerful dose of sunny yellow brings this Pittsburgh master bathroom to life. Complemented by a gleaming white soaking tub strategically placed in front of the windows to take advantage of the natural light and view, this bathroom can brighten your mood on the dreariest of days.
Designer: Interior Advisors at Murrysville Design Center
Contractor: Babz Construction
Bathtub: Kohler, Nicklas Supply; Splash
Granite countertops: Vangura Surfacing Products
In this master bathroom, a large glass panel next to the Kohler freestanding oval tub gives a peek into the shower while allowing the natural light from the adjoining window to pour into the space. The “heavy” glass frameless door, a growing trend, is tucked away around the corner, creating a large and inviting shower room.
Builder: Arthur Rutenberg Homes
Interior designer: Cindy Alander
Tub: Kohler
Shower panels and doors: Basco
In this master bathroom, a large glass panel next to the Kohler freestanding oval tub gives a peek into the shower while allowing the natural light from the adjoining window to pour into the space. The “heavy” glass frameless door, a growing trend, is tucked away around the corner, creating a large and inviting shower room.
Builder: Arthur Rutenberg Homes
Interior designer: Cindy Alander
Tub: Kohler
Shower panels and doors: Basco
Color and natural materials merge to create a satisfying master bath retreat in this home. Pennsylvania Bluestone was selected for the floor to complement the Labradorite granite.
Contractor: Joe Sniderman
Designer: Laura Einstein
Color and natural materials merge to create a satisfying master bath retreat in this home. Pennsylvania Bluestone was selected for the floor to complement the Labradorite granite.
Contractor: Joe Sniderman
Designer: Laura Einstein
A see-through shower claims center stage in the large master bathroom of this Pittsburgh area home. Sparse, but spectacular, the white cabinets, tile floors, and a generous set of windows with a gorgeous view of the front lawn allow light to pass through or bounce off all areas of the space.
Architect: McLean Architects
Builder: Fein Carpentry
A see-through shower claims center stage in the large master bathroom of this Pittsburgh area home. Sparse, but spectacular, the white cabinets, tile floors, and a generous set of windows with a gorgeous view of the front lawn allow light to pass through or bounce off all areas of the space.
Architect: McLean Architects
Builder: Fein Carpentry
The owners of this master bathroom created a relaxing retreat with a drool-worthy bathroom design boasting multicolored natural stone wall behind it, rows of dark wood cabinets and a funky backsplash with vertical retro mini tiles. Despite the truly captivating backsplash and the eye-catching texture of the nearby stone wall, the freestanding bathtub serves as the centerpiece of the room.
Builder: Adam Gaudens
Cabinetry: Merillat
The owners of this master bathroom created a relaxing retreat with a drool-worthy bathroom design boasting multicolored natural stone wall behind it, rows of dark wood cabinets and a funky backsplash with vertical retro mini tiles. Despite the truly captivating backsplash and the eye-catching texture of the nearby stone wall, the freestanding bathtub serves as the centerpiece of the room.
Builder: Adam Gaudens
Cabinetry: Merillat
Seeing their master bathroom at night is a whole new experience for these Dayton homeowners’ morning routine. Ambiance and track lighting installed in the ceiling and floor give the room a stunning appearance. The combination of materials, finishes and lighting tops off this already over-the-top spa. An approximately 6x4-foot ceiling mirror is made of mylar—the same substance used for balloons except with a much higher reflective value.
Contractor: Remodeling Designs, Inc.
Designer and faux painting: Cheeky Monkey
Seeing their master bathroom at night is a whole new experience for these Dayton homeowners’ morning routine. Ambiance and track lighting installed in the ceiling and floor give the room a stunning appearance. The combination of materials, finishes and lighting tops off this already over-the-top spa. An approximately 6x4-foot ceiling mirror is made of mylar—the same substance used for balloons except with a much higher reflective value.
Contractor: Remodeling Designs, Inc.
Designer and faux painting: Cheeky Monkey
A New Albany couple wanted their master bathroom revitalized and the closet space expanded. They decided to extend 30 feet of the home’s rear façade wall out six feet to match the rear wall on the first floor. The expansion project doubled the size of the bathroom, doubled the closet space, and created a vital center for relaxation.
Architect: Formula Five Design/Architecture, Inc.
Contractor: The Hale Construction Company, LLC
A New Albany couple wanted their master bathroom revitalized and the closet space expanded. They decided to extend 30 feet of the home’s rear façade wall out six feet to match the rear wall on the first floor. The expansion project doubled the size of the bathroom, doubled the closet space, and created a vital center for relaxation.
Architect: Formula Five Design/Architecture, Inc.
Contractor: The Hale Construction Company, LLC
White Carrera marble tops the master bathroom vanities in this Cincinnati home. Matching marble tile on the floor in a basket weave pattern features a mosaic tile “area rug.” Amid the home's traditional architecture, chrome, acrylic, crystal and other shimmering elements lend modern sparkle. Crystal chandeliers play off marble tile in the master bath
Architect: Matt Evans, Arcanum Architecture LLC
Builder: Andy Hueber, John Hueber Homes
Interior designer: Sara Berninger, Berninger Designs
Lighting: Ferguson
Cabinetry: Innerwood/The V Collective
Tub: Ferguson
White Carrera marble tops the master bathroom vanities in this Cincinnati home. Matching marble tile on the floor in a basket weave pattern features a mosaic tile “area rug.” Amid the home's traditional architecture, chrome, acrylic, crystal and other shimmering elements lend modern sparkle. Crystal chandeliers play off marble tile in the master bath
Architect: Matt Evans, Arcanum Architecture LLC
Builder: Andy Hueber, John Hueber Homes
Interior designer: Sara Berninger, Berninger Designs
Lighting: Ferguson
Cabinetry: Innerwood/The V Collective
Tub: Ferguson
In a Pittsburgh area home that pays homage to Frank Lloyd Wright, this master bathroom remodel uses neutral colors to establish a seamless transition from the indoors to the outdoors. The sleek curves of the Kaya Resin Tub fit well in a modern master bathroom. The silhouette of this freestanding bathtub shows one end dramatically extending far beyond the base.
Architect: McInturff Architects
Builders: Gosnell Builders
In a Pittsburgh area home that pays homage to Frank Lloyd Wright, this master bathroom remodel uses neutral colors to establish a seamless transition from the indoors to the outdoors. The sleek curves of the Kaya Resin Tub fit well in a modern master bathroom. The silhouette of this freestanding bathtub shows one end dramatically extending far beyond the base.
Architect: McInturff Architects
Builders: Gosnell Builders
This striking black and white master bathroom has a spectacular view of the Cincinnati skyline, but remote controlled shades offer privacy when needed. Through an eight-month renovation, the new owner served as her own interior designer and crafted a space that celebrates her creative viewpoint and the condo's stunning views.
Architect: Paul Muller, Architects, Inc.
Contractor: EGC Construction
Flooring: JP Flooring
This striking black and white master bathroom has a spectacular view of the Cincinnati skyline, but remote controlled shades offer privacy when needed. Through an eight-month renovation, the new owner served as her own interior designer and crafted a space that celebrates her creative viewpoint and the condo's stunning views.
Architect: Paul Muller, Architects, Inc.
Contractor: EGC Construction
Flooring: JP Flooring
Sleek white marble from floor to ceiling in this master bathroom establishes a crisp and clean minimalistic look. The contractors blew out the 8-foot ceiling to install skylights and gained space for the master bath, from what had been a sun porch, during an extensive renovation to this Pittsburgh area home.
Interior designer: Patricia Kann, PSK Design
Architect: Lewko Korzeniwksy
Contractor: Avanti Construction Inc.
Bathroom cabinetry: Hallcraft, O’Neil’s Custom Cabinetry
Sleek white marble from floor to ceiling in this master bathroom establishes a crisp and clean minimalistic look. The contractors blew out the 8-foot ceiling to install skylights and gained space for the master bath, from what had been a sun porch, during an extensive renovation to this Pittsburgh area home.
Interior designer: Patricia Kann, PSK Design
Architect: Lewko Korzeniwksy
Contractor: Avanti Construction Inc.
Bathroom cabinetry: Hallcraft, O’Neil’s Custom Cabinetry
Dayton homeowners wanted their new master bathroom to reflect the age of their 100-year-old house. Baroque style mirrors are spot-on for design, but the mirrors are practical too, as they swing out to reveal medicine cabinets that are completely recessed into the wall. Double vanities are connected by a lowered counter. A period piece chair in a fun pink hue gives the space a smack of color.
Architect: Greg Lauterbach
Contractor: Matt Jones of Greater Dayton Building & Remodeling
Dayton homeowners wanted their new master bathroom to reflect the age of their 100-year-old house. Baroque style mirrors are spot-on for design, but the mirrors are practical too, as they swing out to reveal medicine cabinets that are completely recessed into the wall. Double vanities are connected by a lowered counter. A period piece chair in a fun pink hue gives the space a smack of color.
Architect: Greg Lauterbach
Contractor: Matt Jones of Greater Dayton Building & Remodeling
Wishing to put the original dated and "fluffy" bathroom behind him, this homeowner decided to go for a more sleek master bath with plenty of masculine touches. The space now boasts a calming palette of rich brown, white, and gray, as well as a heated floor and a double vanity.
Bathroom design and contractor: The Cleveland Tile & Cabinet Co.
Interior designer: Barrie Spang
Wishing to put the original dated and "fluffy" bathroom behind him, this homeowner decided to go for a more sleek master bath with plenty of masculine touches. The space now boasts a calming palette of rich brown, white, and gray, as well as a heated floor and a double vanity.
Bathroom design and contractor: The Cleveland Tile & Cabinet Co.
Interior designer: Barrie Spang
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