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25 Bathroom Design Ideas

By The editors of MidwestLiving.com Updated August 04, 2021
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Bold patterned bath

The master bath of this Arkansas home uses boldly patterned wallpaper, window treatments and pillows to inject personality into the room.

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Luxe bath

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Wanting a luxe aura in the main bath, this Minneapolis area homeowner chose Alaskan white marble counters for the vanities and Carrara marble in a chevron pattern for the backsplashes. The cabinets were made by a Minnesota craftsman. Read more about this home.

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Farmhouse bath

Dressed-up bath

A dresser scored for $50 gains new life as a vanity in the bathroom of this Nebraska farmhouse. The homeowners cut a hole in the dresser top for the sink and in back for plumbing. Enamel paint for wood and metal protects the dresser from moisture.

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Pastel paradise

Pastel paradise

A color palette inspired by beachy hues gives this St. Louis master bath the feel of a seaside retreat. To match the rest of the home's early-1900s architecture, two wall-mount faucets in polished nickel and sconce lighting were added above a concrete trough sink.

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Marble masterpiece

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A honed Carrara marble floor was the big splurge in this country-yet-glam bath. The homeowner saved money by updating a panel mirror with a stained wood frame. A modern vessel sink, reminiscent of an old wash basin, adds to the rustic, chic style.

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Vintage finds for a bathroom

Vintage finds for a bathroom

A soda pop cooler becomes a colorful and creative sink. For unusual molding, this Minnesota homeowner applied yardsticks above corrugated steel wainscoting. To coordinate with the sink, she mixed red and green sticks.

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Calming bath

Calming bath

A shell chandelier hangs over a soaking tub in the master bathroom, where calming colors evoke the serenity of the nearby lake.

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Painted vanity

Painted vanity

A painted vanity adds a bright pop of color and continues the casual, perky hues found in other rooms of this Lake Michigan home.

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Spot on

Spot on bathroom

Decor is spot on in this bath with round motifs like dot wallpaper and a circle mirror.

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Farmhouse influence

Farmhouse influence

An old farm table is repurposed as a double vanity in this spaciyus master bathroom. Two white glass-bowl sinks stand out against the rustic surface. A free-standing armoire and black window shutters add to the farmhouse-style appeal.

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Soothing style

Soothing style

Soft floral wallpaper brings soothing style to a tiny powder room. Hanging monogrammed hand towels is an easy way to add a personal touch.

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Spa-like retreat

Spa-like retreat

Weathered wood around the mirror contrasts with sleek, polished marble shower tiles in this contemporary bath. The overall effect is of a spa-like retreat.

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Sweet country

Mingle old and new

A reproduction claw-foot tub preserves old-cottage style in this light-filled bathroom. White subway tile and lavender paint brighten the walls.

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Symmetric style

Symmetric style

A four-tier slim shelf keeps bathroom essentials within easy reach, while a set of twin mirrors gives this bath symmetry. Pops of orchid purple, lime green and black bring sophisticated color to the all-white bath.

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Playful modern

Playful modern

His-and-her porcelain washbasins with custom trestle-style wooden legs and wall-mounted faucets look contemporary, yet casual, in a clean-white bathroom. Bright towels (stored cleverly in baskets under the sinks), artwork and a vase of flowers add pops of cheerful color.

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Perfect fit

Perfect fit

Bring natural light to your vanity area with windows on either side. Earth-tone touches, such as vintage rattan and dark wood, warm this white bathroom.

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Fresh looks

Fresh looks

White cabinetry and modern hardware offer a crisp, clean look. A sleek faucet adds more style to the square vessel on a new granite countertop.

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Naturally light

Naturally light

Natural color oak, neutral limestone and a white tub keep the palette of this bath light and bright. Windows let in plenty of light but are also placed for privacy.

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Warm and welcoming

Warm and welcoming

Dark wood cabinets (with a convenient cutout for towels) and caramel walls give this guest bath a cozy feel. Mosaic glass tiles pull from the rich colors for a cohesive scheme.

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Nature walls

Nature walls

A life-size mural of aspen trees in winter turns this bathroom into a relaxing outdoorlike oasis. Soft green paint matches the leaves in the paper. Two tones of wood accents help warm the space.

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Rustic retreat

Rustic retreat

A bright rug and striped shower curtain liven the wood paneling in this rustic retreat bathroom. Inexpensive hooks from a hardware store are great for holding multiple wet towels (in colors to match the decor).

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Handcrafted style

Handcrafted style

A custom-cut quartzite countertop and an artisan-made sink bowl and accent tiles give this powder room Arts and Crafts style.

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Sparkling glamour

Safe and relaxing bathing

Shimmering glass tile covers a sparkling surround to a low, jetted tub. A series of green-leaf prints and a window waterfall enhance the relaxing bath.

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Farmhouse flair

Farmhouse flair

A sleek backsplash, wall faucet and carved counter give this rustic bathroom a modern touch. A slanted area in the counter directs water to the silver "trough" below, giving a new spin on an old farm idea. An inexpensive closet mirror, framed with raw cedar, hangs horizontally and completes the rural theme.

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Space saver

Space saver

To fit a soaking tub in the master bathroom, the homeowners opted for slim his-and-her sinks.

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    1 of 25 Bold patterns
    2 of 25 Luxe bath
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    4 of 25 Pastel paradise
    5 of 25 Marble masterpiece
    6 of 25 Vintage finds for a bathroom
    7 of 25 Calming bath
    8 of 25 Painted vanity
    9 of 25 Spot on
    10 of 25 Farmhouse influence
    11 of 25 Soothing style
    12 of 25 Spa-like retreat
    13 of 25 Sweet country
    14 of 25 Symmetric style
    15 of 25 Playful modern
    16 of 25 Perfect fit
    17 of 25 Fresh looks
    18 of 25 Naturally light
    19 of 25 Warm and welcoming
    20 of 25 Nature walls
    21 of 25 Rustic retreat
    22 of 25 Handcrafted style
    23 of 25 Sparkling glamour
    24 of 25 Farmhouse flair
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