Bathrooms
February 4, 2022
40 Beautiful Bathrooms To Help You Find Your Dream Tub
A great standalone tub has the ability to transform the look of a bathroom. From modern and sculptural to classic clawfoot, there are so many different styles to choose from. These luxurious tubs will make you want to take a bubble bath!
Scroll down to find your dream tub so you can look forward to that long, luxurious soak.
The Ottocento tub by Agape is a modern twist on a traditional clawfoot tub. In this serene principal bath, it’s set against a backdrop of pale wood panelling and original artwork.
This Italian-made tub came from Portugal where it had been stored outside, exposed to the elements, giving the marble a lovely patina. The bathroom’s spare design was intentional. “So few elements makes it more impactful,” says designer and homeowner John Baker.
The original clawfoot tub was one of the reasons Emma Reddington, House & Home’s West Coast editor, fell in love with her Toronto home. “As someone who grew up on the West Coast in newer homes, I’d only ever seen this kind of look in London or New York.” (Look to salvage yards like Legacy Vintage in Cobourg, ON, for a similar, authentic find!)
Putting function first and frills second, designer Shirley Meisels cleverly fit a sleek, rectangular tub into a compact wet-room area. Practical, marble-look porcelain tile anchors the hard-working space.
A sculptural tub by MTI baths is designed with backrests at both ends. Calacatta marble, travertine flooring and a Tole chandelier complete the lush, decorative look.
This spacious freestanding tub replaced a built-in jacuzzi, instantly opening up the space and allowing decorative elements and clean marble tile in a variety of formats to shine. “We went with neutrals and natural materials to keep it calming and coordinate with the rest of the house,” says designer Shauna Walton of the serene palette. “Less is more when creating timeless, restful spaces.”
The clean, contemporary look of this freestanding tub is highlighted with richly veined marble tiles on the floors and walls and dramatic hits of black.
In this compact condo bathroom, a shapely, egg-shaped tub sits against a 36-inch-high marble-slab that was installed to conceal plumbing and create an elegant ledge for bath products.
For a classic combination, consider a heritage-style tub with rounded edges, white subway tile and a handheld spray fixture in chrome.
This showstopping copper tub with nailhead detail has an Old World elegance befitting the heritage setting.
A graceful, traditional-style tub (retained from a previous renovation) is revived with modern elements like grey porcelain chevron tile, a contemporary tub filler in aged brass and geometric artwork.
The simple, smooth contours of this Victoria + Albert tub are well-suited to this principal bathroom’s minimalist style.
An arch accentuates the sculptural shape of this oval tub in designer Silvana D’Addazio’s principal ensuite. Sheer blinds add to the room’s airy feel.
A clawfoot tub and antiqued-brass fixtures lend designer Allison Willson’s principal ensuite a vintage-inspired appeal.
Built-in shelves keep towels close at hand in designer Corinne Isherwood’s own principal bath. Traditional Shaker-style cabinets balance the tub’s contemporary feel.
To create the feel of alfresco bathing in her own principal ensuite, designer Bobbie Burgers opted for a sliding door over windows, and brought some greenery indoors.
Designer Nam Dang-Mitchell framed this freestanding tub with thick, two-toned drapes. “It makes a bathroom feel more civilized and less clinical — like it’s an extension of the rest of the home,” she explains.
In Lynda Reeves’ bathroom, the size and oval shape of the IOS Volcanic Limestone tub by Victoria + Albert tub is “perfectly in scale with the space,” she says. A mix of pale woods, creamy paint and brass accents add to the luxurious feel.
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A midnight blue tub is a fitting choice for designer James Davie’s unconventional principal ensuite. Marble floors with purple veining create a sense of movement, while burgundy hand-glazed tiles offer a moody backdrop for the tub.
A delicate flower motif creates a cocooning effect around the tub in this principal ensuite. “I think it’s such a pretty focal point, and it softened the room,” explains designer Brian Gluckstein of the choice.
A modern white oak vanity adds an element of warmth amid the cooler tones in designer Effie Genovese’s principal ensuite.
A trad pendant hung above the tub allows for many a late-night soak in this dainty bathroom. A porcelain honeycomb tile adds interest underfoot.
Unlacquered brass fixtures bring a touch of glam sophistication into this traditional bathroom by Mazen El-Abdallah.
A custom-made radiator cover doubles up as a shelf for bath soaps in this tranquil principal bath. The tub’s sculptural form is a pleasing departure from the ensuite’s otherwise linear appearance.
A black marble pedestal establishes this egg-shaped tub as the focal point of the bathroom and provides a hit of contrast amidst all the white.
A shapely tub pairs well with the rich woods and exotic patterns found in this bathroom by designer Sam Sacks.
Matte black accents — including the fixtures, light and tub — punch up this principal bathroom’s otherwise stark white envelope.
A rustic wooden tub tray introduces an element of natural texture against the hard surfaces in this all-white principal bath.
To take advantage of sweeping lakeside views seen from this principal bathroom, designer Cory DeFrancisco placed the tub next to a large bank of windows.
A skylight above the tub at this Vancouver cottage allows for long soaks with ample natural light. A ladder propped against the wall is a stylish way to keep towels nearby.
To boost the luxe factor in this modest principal bathroom, designer Margot Austin opted for a roll-top tub with an extra deep basin.
A rectangular tub is an elegant addition to this sunlit ensuite by designer Ashley Botton. A floating white oak vanity and large storage cabinet keep surfaces uncluttered.
A photograph of cherry blossoms prevents this white, boutique-inspired ensuite from feeling too stark. To ensure the photo was moisture-resistant, designer Samantha Farjo had it printed on metal.
Actor Yannick Bisson left the windows in his principal ensuite unadorned to take advantage of lush wooded views while in the bath.
Designer Colette van den Thillart aptly described this polished-nickel tub as “the jewel of the room.” Handsome hardware, sumptuous drapery and honed marble floors add to the luxe feel of this glamorous bathroom.
A moody silk wallpaper frames the tub in this feminine bath retreat by designer Betty Theodoropoulos.
Designer Kristen Marshall paired a matte tub with traditional hex tiles for a classic-meets-modern aesthetic. An inset shelf keeps bathroom essentials close at hand and offers room for display.
In architect Darcie Watson’s show-stopping principal ensuite, an angular tub sits opposite a veined marble fireplace.
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To up drama in this luxe principal bathroom, designer Nam Dang-Mitchell coupled hex-patterned marble floors with a rounded tub placed on a dynamic angle.
An elegant polished-tin tub makes a simple yet striking statement in this woodsy principal ensuite by designer Tim Johnson.