Spa-like features can transform a daily routine into a restorative ritual. Curbless showers, soaking tubs, heated floors and natural materials soothe the senses and create calm, comfortable spaces that rival a day at a luxury spa. Here, design and remodeling pros share the spa-inspired details they used to bring that relaxing vibe to four newly uploaded bathrooms on Houzz.
Designer: Rachel Brooks of Feinmann
Location: Lexington, Massachusetts
Size: 254 square feet (24 square feet)
Homeowners’ request. “The homeowners, now nearly empty nesters, were ready to move beyond their small, crowded primary bath and create a space they could truly enjoy,” says designer Rachel Brooks. “A freestanding tub was essential, and although the house is traditional, they were drawn to a clean, modern aesthetic that would still feel at home within the architecture.”
Spa-like features and details. “A must-have soaking tub anchors the space,” Brooks says. “Generous walnut cabinetry provides ample storage while adding warmth and richness. The double vanity, complete with his-and-hers sinks, enhances both functionality and comfort, making the bathroom as practical as it is luxurious.” The large walk-in shower features stone-look porcelain tile. The flooring is the same tile in a smaller format, installed in a herringbone pattern. The countertops are soapstone-look engineered quartz.
Other special features. “Natural materials, high-end finishes and thoughtful architectural details like exposed beams and transom windows create an atmosphere of tranquillity and understated elegance,” Brooks says. “Every element was chosen to balance beauty with functionality, resulting in a serene retreat tailored for relaxation and daily rejuvenation.”
Designer tip. “Previously, the bathroom had only a small window, limiting daylight,” Brooks says. “A large-paned window, skylight and transom window in the shower now flood the space with natural light, enhancing the bright and refreshing ambiance.”
Design-build firm Feinmann uses Houzz Pro software.
Cabinetry: Walnut hybrid veneer in Breakwater stain and matte finish, Greenfield Cabinetry; shower and floor tile: Mystic Pearl in polished finish, Elysium Tiles
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Designer: Linda Machmeier of Signature Homes of the Chippewa Valley
Location: Jim Falls, Wisconsin
Size: 223 square feet (21 square meters); 13½ by 16½ feet
Homeowners’ request. “[These homeowners wanted] a custom home with an efficient but dramatic primary en suite bath with an enclosed toilet area, ample storage and a heavy, well-made tub,” says designer Linda Machmeier.
Spa-like features and details. “Porcelain tile was installed on a hydronic heated floor for a soft, warm underfoot feel,” Machmeier says. “The shower walls and vanity backsplash tile unify the space and offer an organic yet dramatic feel. The zero-entry shower with wide opening and no door offers accessibility and age-in-place living. This was constructed so that a door could be added later if desired. A freestanding solid-surface tub (partially visible in the foreground) is insulated to keep water warm longer.”
Other special features. “The custom Thorcraft cabinetry is solid walnut with stainless steel legs, dual storage areas and a solid-surface quartz countertop,” Machmeier says. “Above the sink is a Robern Uplift modern medicine cabinet mirror providing storage, additional electrical and a no-fog feature. The mirror front rises vertically for ease of use and access.”
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Design-build firm: Buffington Homes
Location: Kiawah Island, South Carolina
Size: 247 square feet (23 square meters); 13 by 19 feet
Homeowners’ request. “The home is an oceanfront property that is surrounded by pine and oak trees,” says Joanna Buffington of design-build firm Buffington Homes. “The homeowners wanted a home that made you feel connected to the outdoors, among the tree canopies, and to enjoy the ocean from every room.”
Spa-like features and details. Large curbless shower with floating bench. Large soaking tub. White oak vanity. Dolomite marble tile flooring. The shower walls are porcelain slabs. “The homeowners wanted a clean palette that’s light and soothing — white stone, soft veining and natural wood accents,” Buffington says. “The finishes are intentionally quiet so the architecture and craftsmanship can be the focal point.”
Other special features. “The large windows were essential to bring in the natural light and to showcase views,” Buffington says. “When privacy is handled thoughtfully, expansive glass brings in natural light, connects you to the outdoors and instantly transforms a simple bathroom into a spa-like retreat.”
Design-build pro tip. “Do not be afraid of white walls with white tile and countertops,” Buffington says. “Layering white paint on the walls alongside white floors and white shower tile can actually make a space feel brighter, larger and more cohesive. The key is to mix in subtle textures and finishes so it makes the room feel intentional.”
Wall paint: White Dove, Benjamin Moore
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Designer: Maegan Ayukonchong of M. Swabb Interior Design
Location: Del Mar, California
Size: 234 square feet (22 square meters); 13 by 18 feet
Homeowners’ request. “We fully renovated this entire home, including a complete transformation of the primary bathroom,” says designer Maegan Ayukonchong. “During our discovery phase, the clients shared their vision for an organic spa-like retreat with a few playful design elements. They love taking thoughtful design risks while still maintaining a timeless aesthetic.”
Spa-like features and details. “A soaking tub was high on their wish list, and to elevate the experience even further they were set on incorporating a TV recessed into the slab wall — perfect for unwinding, watching their favorite shows, listening to music and creating a true moment of relaxation,” Ayukonchong says. “A double vanity was also essential, along with a rain shower head and a floating shower bench to bring a clean, elevated feel to the space. Every material was thoughtfully chosen — from the calming pebble stone shower floors to the tranquil rain shower head — to reinforce the serene, spa-inspired atmosphere.”
Other special features. “Throughout the space, we incorporated natural, calming materials to reinforce the serene aesthetic,” Ayukonchong says. “The slab we selected, White Pearl quartzite (for the countertop, tub surround and shower walls and bench) brings a beautiful sense of warmth and texture, while the pebble tile flooring in the shower adds subtle pattern and movement. The limestone bathroom floors elevate comfort even further — they’re fully heated. To introduce a touch of playfulness, we installed a stunning blue Deco tile on the vanity wall. For the vanity itself we chose a rifted white oak finish with clean slab-front doors to keep the lines minimal and modern.”
Designer tip. “Don’t be afraid to mix finishes and tiles,” Ayukonchong says. “You’ll notice on the plumbing fixtures in the shower we went with a matte black to tie in the window details. But on the vanity wall we opted for brass finishes on the wall-mounted faucets and the sconces.”
Ayukonchong uses Houzz Pro software to manage her projects. “The features we use the most are proposals, invoices and the purchase order and tracking features,” she says. “This is so key during the construction phase so we can keep up to date with the items paid, being ordered, tracked for delivery and to mark things that are on-site and ready for installation. Our clients benefit the most from their client dashboard, where they can access the documents shown as paid or pending approval — things like that are great to keep transparency throughout the project.”
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