If you're planning to upgrade your bathroom with a new shower, you're in the right place. Whether your taste leans toward a classic style, ornate details, the latest trends, or sleek minimalism with crisp white walls and clean lines, there's a design to inspire you.
With so many designs and features available today, the options are more exciting than ever. Take your time exploring these shower ideas—they're perfect for transforming your primary bathroom or refreshing a smaller space with a stylish remodel.
With a zero-entry walk-in shower, the bathroom floor and shower floor are level and not separated by a tub wall or tall ridge. Both large and small walk-in showers can be fitted with a zero-entry design. Different tile styles can differentiate the shower space from the remaining bathroom floors, or the same tile can be used throughout for a seamless transition between shower and the rest of the bathroom.
As shown in this photo, natural light can significantly enhance the ambiance of a walk-in shower, making it feel more inviting. A skylight or large window or two paired with transparent shower walls can open up the entire space, giving an airy, spacious feel.
Natural materials like stone or wood accents can create an inviting and relaxing atmosphere in a bathroom. A pebble-stone floor brings unique shapes and texture into the bathroom design, while evoking the feeling of being at a spa. Consider stone floors or accents when creating a room that promotes the calm sensation of rest and relaxation.
The installation of a framed shower door complements a modern style and pairs well with modern decor, like these brass fixtures. In this example, light colors, such as white, light green, and light gray reflect more light and make the space feel brighter and more open than if darker colors had been used. Similarly, using light-colored tiles in a walk-in shower can create a brighter and more open atmosphere.
A walk-in shower is also often paired with frameless glass panels. Eliminating the need for a bathtub by opting for a walk-in shower maximizes homeowners' bathroom space, and the frameless glass panels further an expansive look in bathrooms. With frameless glass panels, there are also no doors to open or close, which can aid with accessibility, and means there's less to clean. Win-win!
Spa-inspired features like rainfall showerheads and hand-held nozzles can enhance the luxurious experience of a shower. Incorporating multiple showerheads in one space transforms a walk-in shower into a spa-like experience. Showerheads can be mounted on the wall, ceiling, or both, depending on what best fits the space.
Incorporating niches in a walk-in shower remodel provides convenient storage for toiletries and enhances the overall design. Niches are built-in shelves that may be covered in tile, like the rest of the shower wall, or decorated in other ways to stand out. The bathroom featured in this photo has toile wallpaper in its shower niche, bringing a sense of both elegance and whimsy to the shower.
Incorporating a built-in shower bench can enhance both the comfort and functionality of a walk-in shower, making the shower more accessible to people with mobility issues or more convenient for grooming. A shower bench also adds more space that can be used to store toiletries, while contributing to a tranquil, spa-like aesthetic.
This particular shower also features vertical subway tiles, which accentuate the shower's height, making the space feel larger. Generally, subway tile is a timeless classic that works well for contemporary and traditional designs, adding a clean look to any room. Opting for a pop of color in the shower tiles also adds a fun, creative flair to the home.
Large showers aren't the only ones worth envying! This corner shower proves that walk-in showers are a practical and attractive choice for bathrooms of all sizes. The bold, patterned tiles in this corner shower add dimension and character to the space. Also, using the same tile on the main bathroom floor and inside the shower makes the bathroom feel more cohesive.
Perhaps you prefer a walk-in shower, but don't want to sacrifice a tub. You're not alone. In homes that have the space, the walk-in shower and separate tub combo unit are trending, since they give you the best of both worlds. The shower works well for daily cleaning, but the bath is always available when you need to relax during your downtime. Also, having both provides the option for one partner to shower while the other bathes, so no one is left waiting for their bathroom time.
Although walk-in showers are immensely popular, they haven't eliminated the shower-and-bath combination just yet. A combined shower and tub makes sense when you want both shower and bath options but are retrofitting a smaller room.
This particular shower and bath combo features stylish subway tile on the walls, creating both a modern and minimal fee. The incorporation of matte black fixtures also brings a bit of an industrial-style aesthetic to the space.
As you plan your bathroom renovation, we hope you consider us at Hogan Design & Construction. We're proud of every bathroom we've remodeled, and all of the photography featured in this post displays our work.
We offer custom remodeling throughout the Chicagoland area and southern Wisconsin. Whether you want custom-tiled walk-in showers with luxury fixtures or simpler options, contact us to get started on creating your dream space.