20 Bathroom Art Ideas That Will Bring Creativity to Your Space

Seattle-based designer Heidi Caillier has a penchant for British interiors, and this beautiful bathroom highlights her take on the aesthetic. While the mirror feels like a work of art in itself, an oil painting of oranges ties the space together and brings a more carefree air to the space, reminding all who entire to enjoy the simple pleasures in life.

It feels more important than ever before to designate a place of restoration and relaxation in the home. This primary bathroom in an Alabama country house designed by Melanie Pounds features a gorgeous soaking tub by Waterworks, oak paneling, a statement chandelier, and a beautiful landscape that invites the owners to slow down and find rest.

There’s nothing like a cozy pool bath to get experimenting with new colors, patterns, and textures. Designer Traci Connell evokes summertime fun in this funky pool bath from the 2021 Kips Bay Dallas Show House with a piece of art by Katherine Corden. She goes one step further by adding a textural natural fiber work by Lauren Williams Art and sculptural light fixtures to further infuse the space with tropical vibes and textures.

Designer Shawn Henderson‘s 19th-century farmhouse in Upstate New York is full of rustic charm while feeling suited to a forward-thinking creative and his loved ones. Exhibit A: his primary bathroom. A Bert Teunissen photograph in a bright white frame brings the bathroom into the modern era without taking away from the charming, cozy feel of this space.

This 19th-century cottage designed by the late Sharon Simonaire is all about showing off its architectural pedigree while artfully adding layers to the space. The designer used a collection of art on the sides of and across from the vanity mirror to bring a laid-back, artistic sense to this otherwise formal bathroom full of vintage-inspired pieces and antiquities.

This moody powder bath designed by Becky Nielsen oozes dramatic flair, so there’s no need for artwork to compete. Instead, the designer employs a darling butterfly print that brings a more traditional design element to this Southern California room that exudes Old Hollywood glam.

“I love a jewel box powder bath moment,” says Nielsen. “There is a lot of aqua in this house and the browns and eggplant in this room pair nicely with that. We chose the artwork because we wanted something old with a touch of brass, and we also didn’t want anything to overpower the wallpaper.”

Esther Cayzer-Colvin’s historic English estate is a living piece of history, chronicling the family’s collections, passion for color, and notable roles in the worlds of art and design—and the primary bathroom is no exception. Decorative plates and a covet-worthy ginger jar create a well-collected look against Soane Britain‘s updated fern motif dressing the walls.

Designer Miles Redd brings an unexpected pop of modern flair to a 20th-century Victorian home in New Jersey. Framed contemporary prints dotted throughout the space and a modern figure on the side table bring a punch of contrast to this formal, elegant wash room and give it a gallery-like feel.

The bathroom is an excellent place to use art’s power to instill a sense of cheeriness and warmth, and designer Katie Rosenfeld does so beautifully in this layered, albeit quirky, space. A collection of sunny yellow art prints and a whimsical light fixture make the room feel like an even more inviting, happy place to primp and prep—even first thing in the morning.

“This is a teeny-tiny powder room in an old sea captain’s home and it is nestled under the main stairs,” says Rosenfeld. “The proportions are quirky, therefore I had to design it with all these angles and oddities in mind. A tiny room like this can handle drama, hence the blue trim and floor-to-ceiling wallpaper, and I knew I wanted to hang vintage art all in yellow, so I scoured online and in antique stores until I found just the right mix.”

We love a soothing, neutral bathroom retreat as much as the next person, but luxurious materials and a few design details are imperative for keeping it interesting. Here, designer Summer Thornton adorns the white walls of a primary bathroom in a Naples, Florida home with a darling fruit print by Salvador Dalí that matches the gallery wall in the living room.

This elegant bathroom designed by Sean Anderson features two large artworks that bring a sense of antique sophistication to the space. A framed portrait dignifies the primary “throne room” and infuses a deeper sense of personality to make the entire space feel like a distinguished Englishman’s refuge.

Jeffry Weisman and Andrew Fisher’s holiday house in San Miguel de Allende is full of Old World delights that honor its 18th-century origins. The owner’s bath features a framed decorative piece of canvas that further exudes historic appeal without detracting from one of the room’s most striking statement pieces: a custom chandelier fitted with a Kohler tub filler for the copper bath.

Designer Cathy Kincaid transformed the bathroom of a historic Dallas home into a tranquil retreat for its owners. Lining the blue-gray paneled walls are an array of decorative pieces from plates to mirrors to paintings that make this a great place to source creative inspiration while you soak your cares away.

Legendary designer Alidad doesn’t let the bathroom walls have all the artistic fun. His London home features a cheeky portrait as you enter and a 20th-century plaster relief of Nero once inside. A palm print ginger jar and tropical-looking mirror layer the space and give it a well-traveled feel in true Alidad fashion.

Coastal-inspired decorating can go from tasteful to tacky in the blink of an eye, but designer Chauncey Boothby uses an elegant nautical artwork, plus some beach-inspired natural materials to make this Maine home fit its context, add antiquated character, and keep it from feeling sterile.

“My client was considering a number of pieces from a local art gallery and this particular piece immediately jumped out at me for this space,” says Boothby.” It is such a quiet and serene seascape and I thought it just perfect for this oceanfront primary bathroom. Paired with the soft tones of the wall and vanity, it all blends effortlessly.”

This light and airy sanctuary bathroom designed by Lisa Kahn is anchored by a dreamy seaside photo that will transport you during your next evening bath—even if just for a moment. Utilizing a favorite photograph you’ve collected or taken yourself is a simple tool for creating a more peaceful, tranquil space.