Bathtubs are the main feature of ancient bathrooms. We never looked back. Today, bathtubs are still integral parts of our bathrooms, albeit with more modern and efficient plumbing and construction. They still offer comfort and indulgence in the form of relaxing and refreshing bath. Here are some of our favourite bathtub ideas and designs you can copy for your next bathroom renovation or construction.

1.       White Subway

The classic drop-in bathtub gets a modern upgrade. This chic black and white bathroom features the classic white subway tiles and black grout for walls and tub sides and black penny tile flooring. Black fittings and the copper globe lighting give the room its modern look.

2.       Freestanding Efficiency

With the right planning, even a smallish bathroom like this one can accommodate a huge freestanding tub. One end of the room is a full glass wall, making the room look bigger than it is. The shower is incorporated with the tub and its wrap around shower curtain can be pulled back when not in use.

3.       Concrete Spa

Modern minimalist, with lots of austere charm. The imposing bathroom is mostly in grey – concrete block walls and shower floor, patterned white and grey tiles, grey accents and solid concrete bathtub. The silver fittings and lush greens give the room a respite from the sombre interiors.

4.       Black Minimalist

The black minimalist bathtub fits perfectly in the modern interiors of the bathroom. The deep matte black, freestanding oval-shaped tub takes centre stage, complementing the dark grey walls and floors, minimalist theme and the touch of rustic brought in by the wood-themed tub base.

5.       Creative Lighting

The creative lighting defined the space and give it character and drama. The floor lighting highlights the curve-bottomed tub, pebble accents and shelves. The full ceiling light panels give the illusion of openness and complement the glass walls and partitions.

6.       Rustic Inspirations

Transform tired or boring bathroom interiors with a lot of rustic touches. This generic bathroom gets a dose of charming bucolic vibes from the wood panels added to the side of the tub and flooring. Complete the makeover with chic, modern black fittings.

7.       Clawed Comfort

Elegant, timeless, beautiful. This white and silver bathroom shines with the graceful glow of its silver fittings and crystal chandelier. The classic iron cast, silver clawfoot tub gives the room an elegant and chic vibe.

8.       Sculpted Granite

A very rustic bathroom with a touch of elegance. The sculpted granite tub sets the austere tone of the room. Plain concrete flooring, driftwood-framed mirror, pebbles and the stick towel ladder. The exquisite chandelier contrasts the rustic theme to give the room a touch of graceful style.

9.       Delightful Fishtail Tiles

Dress up your end-of-the-room, drop in bathtub with this delightful fishtail tile design. The tiles come in varying shades of teal and cerulean that complement the all-white interiors and give the bathroom a cool and refreshing look.

10.   Chic Minimalist

Chic, stylish and classic. This black and white bathroom is modern and timeless – the chic hexagon tiles, black ceiling, white walls and grey floor. The sleek freestanding acrylic tub is black on the outside and white on the inside.

11.   The Round Tub

This bathroom is a delightful mix of rustic, modern and bohemian styling. Centre stage is the roomy round tub. The freestanding acrylic soaking tub is set in a corner and comes with a faucet and shower. Efficiency and comfort in style.

12.   Stony and Smooth

Modern and minimalist, this sleek white oval tub provides a smooth contrast to the stony interiors of the bathroom. Rough stacked rock for the accent wall and pebbled floor. The clear glass wall, minimal décor and recessed shelves keep the room looking neat and tidy.

13.   Bath with a View

A long comforting soak while communing with nature is the peak of life’s comfort and serenity. This bathroom is designed for the ultimate indulgence, with its glass walls to allow scenic views, the modern fittings and large oval tub for comfort and style.

14.   Stock Tank Bath

This round stock tank bathtub adds in a touch of nostalgia to your updated bathroom. It is efficient, sturdy and brings in a lot of old-fashioned charm. Complete the look with metal sheets lining the shower, a vintage white lavatory and nude light bulbs.

15.   Rocky Interiors

The rough edges of the rocky accent wall provide contrast to the sleek and modern white tub. The freestanding acrylic tub sits on a bed of white rock. Add a few greens to tone down the rocky interiors and to add a pop of colour.

16.   Sophisticated Boat Bath

Graceful lines and classic shape. This elegant tub is ideal for traditionally stylish homes and interiors, like this white Hamptons style bathroom. Complement the pedestal boat tub with chic and posh silver fittings.

17.   The Sunken Tub

This amazing whirlpool tub comes with jets designed to provide massage-like experience while bathing and a rain shower for easy rinsing. Its sunken design gives the bathroom a minimalist and spa-like ambience.

18.   Farmhouse Spa

Bright and charming! This alcove bathtub has an extended platform around its edges, perfect for books, wine and/or bathing paraphernalia. The charming and graceful bath features an oval-shaped acrylic tub, shelves on two sides and a wide farmhouse window.

19.   The Corner Bath

Corner tubs are usually three-sided, two to go against perpendicular walls. This spacious corner bath is white with black clawfoot. This restrained bohemian bathroom also includes pink subway walls, gold fittings and a Greek-inspired shower curtain.

20.   Wooden Tub

Stunning, luxurious, beautiful. Create a welcoming, comfortable and a spectacular bathroom with this freestanding wooden tub. The polished wood is warmly comforting, while its unique patterns and shape give your bathroom personality and style.

21.   Caribbean Blues

Rustic, cosy and dark, this stacked wood bathtub is a creative contrast to the bright blue walls and floor of this bathroom. The chrome fittings, mirrored walls and wooden towel ladder complete the look.

22.   Soak and Shower

This minimalist freestanding tub is sleek, uncluttered and modern. It fits perfectly to the shower and soak combi space of this bath. The marble fishtail walls and floor give the bathroom a bright and whimsical look, while the antique bronze fittings bring in an edgy vibe.

23.   Copper Accents

Brighten up a cosy bathroom with some copper accents! This modern bathroom features dark grey walls, a white oval-shaped tub and a copper wall highlight. The black ceiling includes starry mood lights and a glass window is kept uncovered to draw in natural lighting.

24.   The Complete Bath

All you need in a bathroom are in this round tub – soaking, bathing, rinsing. The spacious tub is the focal point of the room and comes with whirlpool jets, a rain shower and easy-access control knobs.

25.   Scandinavian Minimalist

The sleek and graceful Scandinavian minimalism is perfectly presented in this beautiful bathroom. Neutral colours, clean walls and minimal décor. Taking the centre stage is the white acrylic tub. The egg-shaped freestanding bathtub is complemented with modern copper fittings.

26.   Rustic Elegance

Warm and welcoming, modern and rustic. The warm mood lightings of the bathroom define and give character to the room, while its wood accents bring in warmth and charm. The bathtub pedestal is eye-catching and points attention to the modern white tub.

27.   The Black Spa

This stunning spa-bathroom features an incredible black stone tub. The oval freestanding tub sits in a bed of dark grey pebbles and next to a glass wall. The woven jute blinds and tropical greens complete the spa-like ambience of the bath.

28.   Stainless Steel Tub

This Japanese style stainless steel tub is smooth and is perfectly shaped for comfort. The tall tub features an integral seat, deep interior, chrome fittings and modern mirror finish. It’s space-efficient and will complement most bathroom interior designs.

29.   Bay Window Indulgence

The bay window offers the perfect nook for a luxurious soak and bath. This modern freestanding tub is smooth and comes in an elegant boat shape. White walls, wooden stools and a wooden towel ladder complete the rustic minimalist look.

30.   Marble Round

Marble is a timeless standard for elegance, luxury and style. The long-enduring material will outlast trends and time. This beautiful white bathroom features a round marble freestanding tub, a gorgeous chandelier and gold accents to seal in the posh design.

31.   Nature’s Luxury

This uncomplicated and serene bathroom lets you commune with nature as you luxuriate in an indulging bath. The cement sunken tub is positioned in a corner, with the glass walls that open to a scenic view of the surroundings. There is nothing in the room that will take attention away from the great outdoors.

32.   Farmhouse Retreat

A beautiful, private and relaxing room! Its white interiors and charming farmhouse design make this bathroom special. The main attraction of the room is its modern white bathtub – unfussy, efficient and comfortable.

33.   Concrete Tub

This remarkable bathroom is unique, unconventional and striking. Its adornments aren’t what is expected. No colourful tiles, no fancy accoutrements, no flashy décor. Plain concrete walls, an interesting accent wall of champagne glasses and a large concrete tub.

34.   Skylight and Bath

Skylights help a room appear more spacious, let in ample natural lighting and is a great way to dress up a ceiling. This modern and rustic bathroom is a standout, thanks to its white rectangular bathtub, dark stone walls and filigreed skylight.

35.   Modern Bathtub Caddy

Accessorise your bathtub to increase comfort, convenience and bathing experience. This multi-purpose varnished wood tub caddy can hold a glass of wine, a tablet, books, some candles and even towels.

36.   Infinity Tub

Indulge a relaxing and invigorating bath in this modern and sleek infinity tub. The design eliminated the edges and made the tub disappear, making it look like a pool of water on the floor. Edgy and sophisticated.

37.   Grey Cocoon

Grey is cool, modern and relaxing. This modern grey bathroom features a sleek oval bathtub. The freestanding tub helps brighten up the interiors and adds to the cool and comfortable ambience of the room. Complete the look with shiny chrome fittings.

38.   Dressed Up Minimalist

This bright Scandinavian minimalist bathroom is far from being bland and generic. Its clean walls are made interesting by the wood-themed tiles, a woolly rug is added for a touch of posh and its large white tub sits on a bed of smooth pebbles. Extraordinary!

39.   Hammered Copper

This vintage hammered copper tub gives the charming farmhouse-inspired bath a nostalgic and rustic vibe. Taking centre stage of the design is its dark copper tones contrasting the bright white walls, ceiling and floor.

40.   Patterns and Plains

The patterned white and black floor gives this bathroom a hint of hippie styling, while the bright red rug adds to the free spirit personality of the room. The modern freestanding tub brings in some chic with its matte black outside and cool white inside. Complete the look with black accents.

41.   Soak by the Window

Create your own private sanctuary with this tub by-the-window bath. This drop-in tub features a cool shade of fern green on both sides and a glass window that allows you to enjoy the picturesque views while you bathe.

42.   Amethyst Surprise

Stun them with surprising colour choices. Stunning, chic and unique. This goth themed bath consists mostly of black, grey and bright amethyst. The arresting bathtub and matching sink basins serve to brighten up the sombre interiors.

43.   Marble Spa

Bring in a healthy dose of charm to your posh bathroom. The elegance of marble gets a rustic touch from the driftwood stool and spa accoutrements and a modern look from the sleek, white acrylic freestanding tub.

44.   The Wooden Tub

This modernised version of the vintage wooden soaking tub is both efficient and stylish. The tall soaking tub adds a touch of rustic to the all-white bathroom and brings in a nostalgic air of comfort and style.

45.   Just Marbled

Elegant, luxurious and timeless. This beautiful bathroom features marble accents, an attractive crystal chandelier and classic white mouldings. Inject an air of modern styling by adding a minimalist tub. This white freestanding bathtub gives the space the sleek modern look.

46.   Vintage Grace

This beautiful clawfoot tub features the graceful lines of the slipper tub, the posh look of copper and the comfort of the complete modern bath. This white cast iron bathtub can add a hint of vintage or highlight the graceful charms to any modern bathroom interiors.

47.   Modern Elements

An alluring mix of efficient minimalism and rustic charms. Consisting only of concrete walls, black fittings and wood panels, the bathroom relies on the ingenious carpentry and styling. The simplicity of the wooden tub design is what makes it beautiful.

48.   Charcoaled Copper

A modern take on the classic boat styled bathtub. Smooth and shiny copper on the inside for comfort, charcoal black on the outside for that modern look. The pedestal tub also comes with copper fittings that glow bright in the prominently black interiors.

49.   Japanese Soaking Tub

This tall, round tub is stylish, space-efficient and modern. The smooth interior of the tub also includes a sitting platform for maximum comfort and enjoyable soak. Complete the look with brushed chrome fittings and spa implements.

50.   Curved Comfort

Serene, beautiful and private. This bathroom is designed to offer a calming and tranquil bathing experience. The wood-themed walls and floors, the black candle chandelier and the graceful tub all contribute to a relaxing hub. The freestanding white tub provides the modern air of the space.

51.   Mirror Finished

Sleek and flashy, modern and classy. This mirror-finished tub comes with a pedestal and silver fittings and is ideal for the elegant and chic bathroom of marble, glass and crystals. Complement the sleek and airy look with glass panel walls, white curtains and stunning lightings.

52.   The Corner Curve

This unique and modern bathtub features the smooth surfaces of acrylic and the pleasantly surprising curve. The corner tub also comes with accessible handheld shower and faucet for a relaxing bathing experience.

53.   A Garden Bath

Setting up your bath inside an interior garden is an incredible idea! This built-in tub features two glass sides for a more interesting look. The tall silver shower, pebbled floor and glass walls complete this amazing garden bath.  

54.   Tub Storage

A modern, efficient and multi-functional bathtub. Ideal for smaller bathrooms and homes, using up the side of the tub as storage is both sensible and practical. It helps contain the clutter and provides accessible storage for bathing paraphernalia.

55.   Walk-in Sanctuary

This wet section of the bathroom is a design and styling feat. The cool concrete walls feature several arresting diamond accents, while the sleek white tub is centred against the end wall for emphasis. The space is separated by glass invisible walls.

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