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40 Stunning Walk-In Shower Ideas to Inspire Your Bathroom's Design

Unique layouts, statement shower tiles and more to transform small and large bathrooms.

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Jenifer McNeil Baker

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If you're thinking of remodeling your bathroom, why not start with upgrading your walk-in shower. Imagine the possibilities: You can install a luxe brass shower head, add a cozy bench or outfit the space with colorful geometric tiles. No matter what style you desire for your bathroom, your walk-in shower can be transformed into an impressive focal point. To get started on the design scheme, use our collection of walk-in shower ideas below for inspiration (some are even top bathroom trends of the year).

Take the liberty to mix and match tiles, use a glass shower door to bring in natural light or keep it simple by wrapping eucalyptus around your shower handles for a steamy, spa-like experience. Love a classic look? Your white bathroom can get a stunning refresh with a walk-in shower, complete with black-and-white marble walls and flooring or a sloped ceiling for visual effect. We even highlight doorless walk-in showers that are perfect for modern design lovers, and we share inviting layouts with sliding barn doors (ideal if you love a rustic aesthetic) and curtains to define the space.

So browse through these delightful walk-in shower ideas to create a setup that's personalized just for you. After finishing the design, use these top-rated shower cleaners to keep your new look spotless all year round.

1

Shades of Rose Walk-In Shower

walk in shower ideas, shower with zellige tile in the color desert rose
Sara Ligorria-Tramp at Tramp Studios

Interior designer Julia Chasman upgraded this walk-in shower with Zellige tile in the color Desert Rose from Zia Tile. The shower's built-in shelf is styled with eucalyptus leaves from a tree in her own garden and narrow seating was installed for comfort.

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Doorless Walk-In Shower

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Lauren Taylor/ Design: LH. Designs

A sizable walk-in shower can benefit from being doorless, especially if you're aiming for a spa-like vibe. Replace shower curtains with a glass enclosure that covers just half of your walk-in.

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Privacy Wall Walk-In Shower

walkin shower ideas, patterned privacy wall for the shower's design in the bathroom with a freestanding white tub
Jim Brady

This walk-in's patterned privacy wall makes the space feel like a true retreat, while the large soaking tub adds to its luxurious feel.

4

Enclosed Walk-In Shower

walk in shower ideas, shower with a framed glass enclosure
Sarah Winchester Studios

This large bathroom, designed by Nicole Hirsch Interiors, features an enclosed walk-in shower that commands the space. The glass enclosure's striking black trim creates contrast alongside brass fixtures and neutral marble tiles.

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Centered Walk-In Shower

walk in shower ideas, shower in the center of the room with a clear glass enclosure
Courtesy of Kern & Co

Let your walk-in shower stand out by placing it right in the center of your bathroom like this design from Kern and Company. Depending on the design (we're thinking a statement feature wall and a rain shower head), you can truly make your bathroom one of the most well-designed spaces in your home.

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Golden Age Walk-In Shower

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Sarah Winchester Studios

Hirsh tapped into the "golden age" of design by incorporating brushed gold fixtures into this walk-in shower. The clear glass enclosure separates the shower from the rest of the bathroom and features marble tile walls with built-in shelves.

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Nautical Stripe Walk-In Shower

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Lauren Taylor/ Design: LH. Designs

Get creative with a nautical stripe design that adds pizzazz to a walk-in shower. The navy blue and white tile pairs well with the glass doors and silver fixtures, including the chrome rain shower head.

8

Faux Bamboo Tile Walk-In Shower

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Cary Hazlegrove

Carolyn Thayer leaned into nature for this walk-in shower setup with faux bamboo tile. Featuring similar thick stems and joining nodes, the tile adds a natural decorative accent to the space and captures the beauty of the perennial bamboo plant.

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Moroccan Tile Walk-In Shower

walk in shower ideas, shower with moroccan themed porcelain tile and seating
Bret Gum

Julia Chasman spruced up the bathroom in her Airbnb, Quail's End at Joshua Tree, by designing a walk-in shower with Moroccan-themed porcelain tile. The built-in shelves and corner bench feature the same graphic tile for a cohesive look.

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Blue Subway Tile Walk-In Shower

walk in shower ideas, shower with blue tile to match the blue patterned flooring
Cary Hazlegrove

Blue can be bold and neutral at once, and this setup is proof. Carolyn Thayer added blue subway tile to complement the patterned floor, and opted for gold brushed fixtures to bring even more style into the space.

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11

Glam Green Walk-In Shower

walk in shower ideas, walk in shower from outside with emerald green tile and a silver shower head
Lauren Taylor

Walk straight into your shower after spending time in the backyard, using a similar layout by LH. Designs. The reflective green tile instantly catches the eye. Plus, there's actually a pool right behind it!

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Metallic Feature Wall Walk-In Shower

walk in shower ideas, shower with silver handles and metallic chevron feature wall inside
Cary Hazlegrove/ Design: Carolyn Thayer Interiors

A chevron feature wall draws the eye in this walk-in shower layout. The dynamic pattern adds drama, while the metallic finish creates a shimmery effect.

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13

Picturesque Walk-In Shower

walk in shower ideas, shower with clear glass doors and a clear view of the grass and mountains
Lance Gerber

Stepping into this shower seems all the more relaxing with a stunning view. To personalize the experience, a ceiling shower head provides various settings ranging from a pulsating massage to a soothing trickle.

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Dark Tiles Walk-In Shower

walk in shower ideas, glossy dark blue tiles in shower
Wendy Concannon

Deep blue tiles, installed in a herringbone pattern, adorn this shower designed by Melinda Kelson O'Connor Architecture & Interiors. The moody hue evokes elegance in the compact space.

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15

Geometric Backdrop Walk-In Shower

walk in shower ideas geometric backdrop for the shower with a white tub
Jenifer McNeil Baker

Take a cue from this Maestri Studio design and try a cool and mesmerizing tile backdrop. Completing the look are two shower heads — one ceiling nozzle and another attached to the wall — and clear glass doors to separate it from the freestanding tub in the center.

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Emerald Green Walk-In Shower

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Jenifer McNeil Baker

Emerald green block tile instantly makes this walk-in shower, designed by Maestri Studio, stand out. It's an unexpected contrast to the geometric patterned shower floor.

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Traditional Style Walk-In Shower

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Shutterstock/ New Africa

With its sleek look, this style of walk-in shower can blend in with any bathroom's design. Its clear glass doors can make a bathroom look larger, no matter how small the space.

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Cabana Stripe Walk-In Shower

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Osborne and Little

Black and white never fail to make an eye-catching combination. Here, Maureen Stevens Designs used a cabana stripe for a unique and minimalistic look.

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Steaming Aromatherapy Walk-In Shower

walk in shower ideas, white shower with hanging eucalyptus plant
Simon Whitmore

The intricate tile flooring adds a bold contrast to the white tile walls and chrome fixture. Hanging fresh eucalyptus branches will provide a relaxing scent to your shower's steam for a mini aromatherapy treatment.

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Opposites Attract Walk-In Shower

walk in shower ideas, white bathroom with a black and white shower curtain
GAP Interiors/Robin Stubbert

This shower's crisp white design suits the space's simple decor, while the black and white curtain adds just enough visual interest.

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