Bathroom Ideas & Inspiration

A master bedroom addition makes room for a graceful bath that fuses old and new

A homeowner's DIY gut job turns a cave-like two-part bath into an open black-and-white oasis

A dark, narrow, divided-in-two bath gets a brightness boost with a more open floor plan and soothing pale finishes

Cottage-style wainscoting, custom mirror frames, and bargain-priced fixtures turn a builder's-basic bath into something special

Just a few extra feet and some clever reworking give a once hemmed-in space needed elbow room and a clean new look

Wood-rich baths became popular long ago and prevail as a warm and classic option

This calming hue will turn any old bath into a tranquil retreat

Think outside the typical bathroom colors and opt for one of these bright stunners instead

We here at This Old House happen to love blue bathrooms—which is convenient because it's probably the most common bathroom color out there. Here are 16 of our favorites

A faded pink bath became a well-organized space with period touches and oceans of blue and white tile

See how a few thrifty DIYers got the kitchens and bathrooms of their dreams without breaking the bank

If you want to add vintage charm to a new washroom or polish to a period one, look to Victorian, Craftsman, and Art Deco designs for inspiration.

All new fixtures and finishes transform a scary swamp of a bath into a soothing soaking space fit for a young family

Ideas for the zen spa bathroom of your dreams, from the National Kitchen & Bath Association's Design Competition archives

The right colors, lighting, and fixtures will help create the illusion of a roomy bath

Here's how to make the most of what you have with creative wall and window treatments, salvage-yard finds, and uncommon storage.

A bland 1980s bath gets transformed into an elegant retreat with large-scale fixtures that make the room feel more expansive

Transform your bath with budget-conscious improvements that'll boost your home's wow factor—and its value

See how architect Carol Kurth transformed an outdated bathroom into a modern, functional space with a 78 square-foot bumpout

Easy ways to cut costs, not corners, on some of the most high-end home-improvement projects

Read our guide on the installation and costs of a luxury steam shower unit and how to find a dealer to get the right shower for you.

Put in a little do-it-yourself time to make hardworking areas more practical and polished

We chose the bathrooms that took our breath away. Find out why, and get inspired.

Before showers rushed the cleanup ritual, vintage soakers beckoned bathers to sit back and relax

How a shared space was divvied up into his and her spheres, then unified with a turn–of–the–century treatment.

Almost as anachronistic as the formal dining room, the powder room is evolving. It's becoming a specialist: the home-office bath, the work-out bath, and more

Learn how to design a functional, stylish powder room with tips for maximizing space, eco-friendly features, and multi-use bath ideas.

You don't need a special tool to remove old grout, but you do need the determination to do it right.

This step-by-step guide shows how you can create a more versatile bathroom by separating your bathtub and shower.

Consider the minimum size and spacing for your toilet, sink, and showers to decide the best layout for your small bathroom.