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.
House & Home January 2020
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.
House & Home October, 2019
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!)
House & Home September 2021
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.
House & Home June 2021
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.
House & Home May 2021
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.”
House & Home June 2020
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.
House & Home June 2019
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.
House & Home June, 2019
For a classic combination, consider a heritage-style tub with rounded edges, white subway tile and a handheld spray fixture in chrome.
House & Home July 2018
This showstopping copper tub with nailhead detail has an Old World elegance befitting the heritage setting.
House & Home June 2018
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.
House & Home June 2018
The simple, smooth contours of this Victoria + Albert tub are well-suited to this principal bathroom’s minimalist style.
House & Home November 2014
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.
House & Home December 2015
A clawfoot tub and antiqued-brass fixtures lend designer Allison Willson’s principal ensuite a vintage-inspired appeal.
House & Home February 2016
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.
House & Home December 2016
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.
House & Home May 2015
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.
House & Home March 2016
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.
Tour this bathroom on H&H TV.
House & Home April 2017
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.
House & Home January 2015
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.
House & Home November 2015
A modern white oak vanity adds an element of warmth amid the cooler tones in designer Effie Genovese’s principal ensuite.
House & Home December 2015
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.
House & Home June 2017
Unlacquered brass fixtures bring a touch of glam sophistication into this traditional bathroom by Mazen El-Abdallah.
House & Home February 2016
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.
House & Home March 2015
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.
House & Home February 2015
A shapely tub pairs well with the rich woods and exotic patterns found in this bathroom by designer Sam Sacks.
House & Home June 2017
Matte black accents — including the fixtures, light and tub — punch up this principal bathroom’s otherwise stark white envelope.
House & Home August 2017
A rustic wooden tub tray introduces an element of natural texture against the hard surfaces in this all-white principal bath.
House & Home July 2015
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.
House & Home July 2017
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.
House & Home August 2016
To boost the luxe factor in this modest principal bathroom, designer Margot Austin opted for a roll-top tub with an extra deep basin.
House & Home August 2016
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.
House & Home June 2016
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.
House & Home January 2016
Actor Yannick Bisson left the windows in his principal ensuite unadorned to take advantage of lush wooded views while in the bath.
House & Home March 2014
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.
House & Home June 2016
A moody silk wallpaper frames the tub in this feminine bath retreat by designer Betty Theodoropoulos.
House & Home February 2014
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.
House & Home June 2017
In architect Darcie Watson’s show-stopping principal ensuite, an angular tub sits opposite a veined marble fireplace.
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House & Home January 2017
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.
House & Home May 2017
An elegant polished-tin tub makes a simple yet striking statement in this woodsy principal ensuite by designer Tim Johnson.
House & Home November 2014