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Bathrooms

Bathrooms are arguably one of the most important rooms in the house. This essential space gets a lot of traffic, and usually showcases the personal style of its owner. At the same time, bathrooms are inevitably about function, so successful designs are the right blend of what you see and how well it works.

Bathrooms offer designers a rich palette of possibilities — everything from the varied colors and textures of natural wood to sleek sprayed finishes.

Whether a bathroom is a remodel or new construction, and no matter what the style, Fine Homebuilding’s deep library of articles cover what you need to know.

Modular Bathroom Fixtures

Stone Forest combines stone, metal, and wood into industrial-chic vanities and storage units in their Elemental bathroom collection.
Stainless-Steel Shower Shelves

Schluter Systems sleek metal shower shelves come in a variety of shapes and styles to fit any tile shower enclosure.
Structure Dictates Design

New framing added to reinforce an aging structure inspired a creative use of space in the remodel of this 1950s home.
On-Point En Suite

Creating a cozy new master bathroom in a compact home in Portland, Oregon.
Revamping a 60-Year-Old Bath

Interior designer John Kelsey describes the decision-making process behind a six-week gut remodel of an old bathroom in a Dutch colonial home.
One Bathroom, Three Ways

Three architects reimagine the same space to suit different needs.
Sleek and Stylish Bathroom Storage

Low profile built-ins and a modest vanity make this small guest bathroom easy to keep tidy.
Bathtub Buyer’s Guide

Learn the pros and cons of all common tub materials–including acrylic, cultured stone, fiberglass, and enameled cast iron and steel–so you can choose the perfect tub for any bathroom.
Flawless Frameless Shower Glass

Learn how to order, fit, and install glass panels and doors for a truly custom shower.
Keep Out Sewer Gases

A drink cup beats a pile of rags if you need to temporarily plug a plumbing drain pipe when replacing a toilet.