53 Modern Bathroom Ideas to Upgrade Your Space Regardless of Size, Style, or Budget (2024)

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  Walk-In Shower

  

  A large walk-in shower will give your bathroom a modern feel. Desiree Burns Interiors finished this bathroom with white paint, wood and woven accents, brass fixtures, and a wall of green accent tile in the large modern shower separated with a sleek panel of reeded glass.
  

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  Bonus Storage

  

  Look for opportunities to add storage to a smaller bathroom in unexpected places. In this bathroom designed by Emily Bowser for Emily Henderson Design, the window becomes an open-faced cabinet with the addition of shelves.

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  Geometric Tile

  

  Add interest to a modern bathroom with geometric tile. Erin Williamson Design chose large format black hex tiles with white grout that run from the backsplash to the flooring.

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  Stone Slab Walls

  

  A stone slab shower wall will give your bathroom a dramatic feel. CW Design used a black-and-white slab with plenty of movement that creates a focal point in this neutral bathroom.

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  Open Bathroom

  

  If your primary suite includes an open bathroom, use a half wall to add privacy. This primary suite from Fantastic Frank includes a solid half wall finished in the same light beige stucco as the rest of the room that also helps to structure the smaller space.

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  Modern Shower Bench

  

  Make your half-wall shower do double duty with the addition of an integrated shower bench. Michelle Berwick Design added a stone pony wall with an integrated shower niche to separate the walk-in shower from the toilet in the corner.

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  Mosaic Tile Words

  

  Incorporate a fun surprise element in a kids' or guest bathroom with a mosaic tile word or phrase. Michelle Berwick Design added a casual greeting on the floor of this bright modern bathroom.
  

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  Custom Window

  

  Give a modern bathroom a custom feel with a statement window. Erin Williamson Design chose an octagonal shower window that brings light into the modern space decorated with white subway tile walls, patterned tile floors, black plumbing fixtures, and a walnut vanity.

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  Natural Wood

  

  Create a modern rustic feel in your bathroom by adding decorative wood beams to the ceiling. Marie Flanigan Interiors mixed different wood tones and finishes for a layered look.

  A modern bathroom doesn't have to be filled with the newest of everything to feel current. Mix old and new finishes, fixtures, furniture, and decor to create your own modern mash-up.

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  Square Tiles

  

  Try square tiles for a throwback look that is on trend. Max Humphrey and Beebe Skidmore for Emily Henderson Design covered the walls of this simple bathroom with square blush pink tiles that complement white hex tile flooring.

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  Doorless Doorway

  

  Focus on natural light to make a bathroom feel more modern. This primary bathroom from Laura Brophy Interiors has clean lines and a cased opening to the bedroom that maximizes sightlines to the ocean views and keeps light flowing.
  

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  Wet Room

  

  Give your bathroom an open feel by choosing a wet room-style layout. The Home Consultant paired a doorless shower with a soaking tub and doors that lead out to a private patio in this primary bathroom in Los Angeles.
  

  Tip

  A wet room is also a smart choice to maximize a smaller space.

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  Minimalist Bathroom

  

  Leave plenty of space around a standalone bathtub to create a modern minimalist feel. Rather than filling the space in this large bathroom, Michelle Berwick Design focused on a hero piece—a soaking tub floating in front of a large window.
  

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  Textured Walls

  

  Trade tiles and grout for a uniform finish to create a minimalist feel in your bathroom. Laura Brophy Interiors chose a soothing medium gray textured finish in this modern shower that is contrasted with shiny gold-toned plumbing fixtures.
  

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  Uniform Wall and Floor Tile

  

  For a streamlined modern look, use the same tile on walls and floors. Michelle Berwick Design chose small hexagonal white penny tiles with black grout on the wall and floor in this black-and-white bathroom.
  

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  Vintage Modern Sink

  

  Make a bathroom feel more modern with clean lines and iconic shapes. Becca Interiors anchored this bright powder room with a classic utility sink, and finished it with white walls, black geometric floor tiles, a modern glass medicine cabinet, and a pair of wall-mounted planters.
  

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  All-White Bathroom

  

  Choose an all-white palette to make your bathroom feel instantly modern. Living with Lolo mixed slab tiles on the walls and bench and hexagonal tiles on the floor and ceiling to add subtle pattern and variation to the monochromatic look.
  

  Run tile or stone all the way up to the ceiling to make a smaller shower feel bigger by drawing the eye upward. Tile the ceiling for a cohesive look.

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  Playful Bathroom Tile

  

  Add playfulness to your shower walls, backsplash, or wainscoting with colorful tile. Studio Peake injected whimsy into this London bathroom using a mix of blue and white fish scale tiles, trading clean lines for something more organic.
  

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  Wood Finishes

  

  Bring warmth to a modern bathroom with wood finishes. Erin Williamson Design paired wall paneling and cabinetry with black hardware and lighting fixtures that echo the geometric patterned floor tile.

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  Modern Sink Vanity

  

  Create a luxury feel in a modern bathroom with a custom vanity. Urbanology Designs paired the statement sink vanity with dark finishes, bronze accents, and bespoke millwork for a sumptuous result.

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  Square Tub

  

  Choose a square tub to add Japanese-inspired flair to a bathroom niche. Max Humphrey and Beebe Skidmore for Emily Henderson Design paired two-tone tiles in complementary colors around a square tub for a tranquil feel.

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  Moroccan Mirrors

  

  Add interest to a neutral modern bathroom with a pair of arched Moroccan-style mirrors, like this space from Erin Williamson Design.

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  Barn Doors

  

  Create more privacy in a modern farmhouse bathroom with a pair of barn doors of any style. KG Designs updated this spacious primary bathroom with a pair of barn doors.
  

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  Modern Mirror

  

  Give a simple powder room a current feel with a modern mirror, like this space from Desiree Burns Interiors. A black and white palette enhances the current feel of the space.
  

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  Black-and-White Tile

  

  Make a modern bathroom shower stall more dynamic by mixing black and white tiles in solid and geometric patterns, like this space from Erin Williamson Design. Stick to chrome hardware for a cool-toned look.

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  Mismatched Tile

  

  Instead of sticking to neutral tones, add color and pattern to a modern bathroom with a mix of tiles. Studio Peake brought a sense of spontaneity to this small London bathroom using mismatched tiles on the walls and flooring.
  

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  Bathroom Gallery Wall

  

  Decorate a modern bathroom with a bold black gallery wall, like this space from Brexton Cole Interiors. A mix of frame colors and styles and color and black-and-white art will give it an eclectic feel.
  

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  Black Ceiling

  

  Make a modern bathroom a little moodier by painting the ceiling black, like this high-contrast space from Erin Williamson Design. This works particularly well to ground a space with extra-tall ceilings.

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  Zellige Tiles

  

  Handmade zellige tiles will add texture to a bathroom with slick finishes and a modern bathtub, like this space from Laura Brophy Interiors. Display a vase of greens in a large walk-in shower for a cozy feel and natural element.

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  Window Seat

  

  Add modern comfort to a spacious bathroom with a window seat, like this space from Desiree Burns Interiors. Perching it beneath an arched window with a view of the outdoors creates a modern spa-like feel.
  

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  Black-and-White Photography

  

  Decorate a modern bathroom with framed black-and-white photography like this space from Laura Brophy Interiors. Add a bathroom-friendly houseplant to energize the space.

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  Gold-Toned Hardware

  

  Modernize a rustic bathroom with black wood paneling. In this mountain home bathroom renovation from Emily Henderson Design, charred wood adds texture and interest that contrasts with white walls and floor tiles and polished brass fixtures.
  

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  Abstract Wallpaper

  

  Make a bold statement in a smaller bathroom using abstract shapes on the walls and flooring, like this New York City apartment bathroom from interior designer Alvin Wayne. Keep the black-and-white theme going with black towels or a dyed sheepskin rug.

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  Floating Shower Shelves

  

  Instead of a shower niche, hang some black floating shelves to modernize shower walls while adding storage. Louis Duncan-He Designs used black accents throughout for a cohesive look.
  

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  Green Bathroom Tile

  

  Bold green vertical stacked tiles give this shower from Max Humphrey and Beebe Skidmore for Emily Henderson Design a striking modern look that is perfectly on trend. The glossy finish bounces around natural light.

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  Color Block Tiles

  

  Use affordable subway tiles to create a color-blocked pattern on bathroom walls. K Shan Design chose wide horizontal stripes that also make a smaller space look wider and feel bigger.
  

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  Heavily Veined Marble

  

  Create a warm modern bathroom with a mix of wood and marble finishes and brass-toned lighting fixtures, like this space from Jessica Nelson Design. Choose a heavily veined slab of stone with plenty of movement for a modern feel.

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  Glass Shower Box

  

  A glass shower box with metal frames will lend your bathroom an open, modern feel, like this space from Leclair Decor. A small teak bench adds functionality and warmth.
  

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  Full-Wall Mirror

  

  A full-wall mirror will maximize natural light from a window opposite, making your modern bathroom feel bigger and brighter. Leclair Decor embedded sconces in a mirror panel above the floating sink vanity for a streamlined look.

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  Glass Shower Doors

  

  Glass shower doors are sleeker than shower curtains and will give your space a modern look, like this corner shower from Leclair Decor. Just remember to clean them regularly so they retain a fresh look.

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  Curved Shower Door

  

  Modernize the look of a shower-tub combo with a curved glass splash guard, like this bright space from Leclair Decor. An arched bath mat with a motivational message mimics the shape of the glass while adding a shot of color.

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  Dark Bathroom Finishes

  

  Mix white walls with darker finishes for a modern look. Jessica Nelson Design paired a dark wood vanity with a chunky marble top and integrated backsplash that houses the sink taps.

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  All-Over Bathroom Tile

  

  Give your bathroom a minimalist modern feel by tiling every wall from floor to ceiling in a soothing hue, like this blue-gray bathroom space from Emily Henderson Design.

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  Midcentury Modern Bathroom

  

  Renovate a midcentury modern bathroom with both vintage and contemporary elements to create a fresh and current feel. Michelle Boudreau Design combined terrazzo flooring, retro-inspired lighting and seating, floating vanities, and a streamlined oval tub in this glam space.

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  Industrial Modern Bathroom

  

  With their large volumes, mixed materials, and exposed ceilings, industrial bathrooms always feel modern. Will Brown Interiors finished this spacious room with earth tone finishes in shades of rust and brown for a warmer feel.

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  Modern Light Fixtures

  

  Choose modern light fixtures to complement a bathroom finished with light woods and marble, like this space from Jessica Nelson Design. A vertical design is a space-saving solution for smaller bathrooms.

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  Suspended Toilet

  

  Suspended toilets make a bathroom feel updated and are easier to clean. Interior designer Maite Granda used the ledge created by the hidden plumbing behind the toilet to display art, plants, and decorative items.

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  Bare Windows

  

  Leave windows bare to maximize light if your bathroom includes a large window with a leafy private view. This breezy modern bathroom from Will Brown Interiors has light blue walls and plants for an indoor-outdoor feel.

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  Decorative Towel Ladder

  

  Simple bathroom accessories can make your bathroom feel more modern. Britt Design Studio leaned a decorative ladder in the corner by the bathtub that holds towels and lends the space a more casual feel.

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  Modern Wall Decor

  

  Accessorize a white-walled bathroom with simple framed abstract prints to set a modern tone. Kate Marker Interiors paired the wall decor with a vintage rug and brass accents to add warmth to the airy space.

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  Backlighted Mirror

  

  Create a streamlined feel in a modern bathroom by backlighting the mirror over the vanity. The balanced light will also create a more flattering glow when you gaze at your reflection.

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  Geometric Bathroom Rug

  

  Tile isn't the only way to introduce some geometric pattern to a modern bathroom. Try a geometric bath rug or runner instead.

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  Custom Bathtub Surround

  

  Create a modern feel with stylized elements and a dramatic focal point. This spacious modern all-white bathroom from Lars Gitz Architects includes a sofa, a double-sided fireplace, and a bed of river rock surrounding the tub.