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21 Walk-In Shower Ideas That Elevate Your Bathroom

And make it feel bigger.

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When you're remodeling your bathroom, it's worth considering a walk-in shower. A beautiful and spacious shower is more than a place to wash the day away in style without a care in the world. High impact and small space friendly, a well-designed bathroom with a walk-in shower allows you to take advantage of every square foot and build in functional storage, multiple lighting options, and even room for your humidity-loving plants.

"Architecturally speaking, a walk-in shower can 'disappear' and [make a space feel] more open," says Matt Baran, founder of Baran Studio Architecture. "It's useful when trying to capture views through multiple layers of space and in increasing the amount of light available to the bathroom."

There are practically limitless ways to customize a walk-in shower to suit your spa day dreams. Add storage that delights you in the form of a bamboo cabinet or shelves carved into the wall. If your shower is near a window, embrace the light by installing glass walls (so you can enjoy the charm of golden hour in peace). You could even add a freestanding bathtub and make it a wet room. From stunning tile options to sleek hardware and shower heads, you'll be tempted to spend all day in your new shower.

To help you rethink your bathroom floor plan, we found breathtaking designer bathroom projects that have all the inspiration you need. You'll find showers with a tranquil West Coast air, bold monochromatic tiled bathrooms, and wet rooms that bring the outdoors in. Below, explore glorious walk-in showers that give you the luxury you deserve! Your dream bathroom awaits.

1

Chic Black and White

a shower with a glass door
Valerie Wilcox

Designer Sarah Richardson created this spa-like walk-in shower for a picturesque A-frame chalet near a ski resort in Collingwood, Ontario. Its sloped roofline was no match for her skilled eye. The peaked design in crisp black-and-white marble looks like a hidden treasure.

2

Sapphire Paradise

a bathroom with a mirror and a clock
David Tsay

You'll bask in the beauty of a gemstone blue walk-in shower like this one in Justina Blakeney's Jungalow even when it's not in use. The shower's center niche is inset with a vintage mirror the same shape as the tile. The blue-and-gold color combo makes a morning shower even more energizing and glamorous too.

3

Curtained Curves

a shower curtain with a shower head
Annie Schlechter

Designed by Cathy Chapman, this open-concept shower is in a league of its own. The shower curtain opens up to reveal a circle design on the floor and a rounded asymmetrical marble wall slab that's another eye-catching surprise.

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4

Illusory Tile

a bathroom with a glass shower
Romanek Design Studio

The stacks of subway tile in this bathroom by Romanek Design Studio are smoky, cool, and mysterious. They're complemented by foxed mirror tile that makes it look larger and more lively—and adds interest to the wall between the soaking tub and walk-in shower.

5

Indoor-Outdoor Beauty

a bathtub and a window
Karyn Millet

Walk right out your bathroom door to take in the stunning view of the Pacific Ocean, the way Eric Olsen can do in his California home. There's an outdoor shower on the deck outside this glass door too, so you have your choice of spots to soak and relax.

6

Bold Moves

clara jung banner day interiors bathroom
Colin Price

Clara Jung of Banner Day Interiors chose statement floor tile that extends into this bathroom's asymmetrical walk-in shower. It's a design tactic that helps "reduce visual disruption," she says.

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7

Earthy Greens

romanek design studio bathroom
Romanek Design Studio

Zellige tiles lend the walk-in shower of this tranquil, sun-filled wet room with a skylight by Romanek Design Studio a cool vibe.

8

Serene Sanctuary

lh designs walkin shower
Lauren Pressey

This light and airy bathroom by LH.Designs founder Linda Hayslett showcases a spacious walk-in shower fit for two.

9

Warm and Contemporary

kirsten blazek walkin shower bathroom
Alex Zarour

A1000xBetter founder Kirsten Blazek chose to line the walls of this midcentury-modern bath with dimensional tiles to create more texture and complement the terrazzo floor. "We chose a walk-in shower because we liked the clean aesthetic and made the bathroom feel larger," she reveals.

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10

Emerald Escape

walk in bathroom with green shower tile
LH Designs

Who says walk-in showers have to be encased in glass? For this cozy and polished bath, Hayslett added a playful pop of color by lining the interior with glossy green subway tile.

11

Clean and Simple

matt baran walkin shower bathroom
Alex Zarour

"We chose this shower because it's minimal: few lines, no walls," reveals Baran Studio Architecture founder Matt Baran, who designed this relaxing space.

12

Set in Stone

ishka designs
Ishka Designs

Ishka Designs seamlessly combines stone, wood, and tile in this luxe, nature-inspired bathroom, which features an airy walk-in shower.

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13

Gilty Pleasures

julie rootes interiors bathroom
Christopher Stark

Marble abounds in this stylish primary bathroom by Julie Rootes Interiors, which has a luxurious walk-in shower trimmed in gold.

14

Glass Act

hecker guthrie
Shannon McGrath

This contemporary Hecker Guthrie–designed bathroom features an all-glass walk-in shower that makes you feel like you're outside.

15

Artful Retreat

kristen pena bathroom
Bess Friday

This dreamy, spa-like space by K Interiors owner Kristen Peña showcases a luxurious marble walk-in shower alongside a wall handpainted by decorative artist Caroline Lizarraga.

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16

White and Gold

josh manes architecture bath interior
Kirsten Francis

In this sumptuous bath by Josh Manes Architecture, the walk-in shower touts gilded fixtures and a wall niche perfect for toiletries.

17

Bright Side

studio munroe walkin shower
THOMAS KUOH

This sunny all-white bathroom by Studio Munroe features an asymmetrical walk-in shower replete with all the fixtures, including a rainfall showerhead.

18

Cool and Calm

caron woolsey bathroom
Courtesy of CW Interiors

For a longtime married couple's private bath, CW Interiors designed this walk-in shower with a marble ceiling to offer a much-needed daily respite.

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19

Pretty in Pink

colorful bathroom with walk in shower
Ashley Delapp

Ashley DeLapp energized the walk-in shower of this guest bath with pink-and-gold tiles that pair well with the hummingbird wallpaper.

20

Light and Modern

arterberry cooke bathroom
Jill Weller Photography

Chevron tiles liven up the floor of the walk-in shower in this sun-filled bath by Arterberry Cooke, which features a matching tub.

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