Collecting bathroom pictures is the fastest way to shape a clear brief for your renovation. This guide shows you how to read bathroom photos like a designer, select WA-suitable materials and finishes, plan layouts and styles, understand local costs, and move from inspiration to a finished bathroom with Joyce Kitchens’ Perth-based team.
Why bathroom pictures matter for your renovation
Browsing bathroom pictures, bathroom photos and even bathroom pictures images gives you a shared visual language with your designer. A small album of photographs of bathrooms helps us understand your ideal palette, storage, lighting and layout. Whether you’re tackling an ensuite, family bathroom, powder room or a broader kitchen–bathroom–laundry update, curated imagery accelerates decision‑making and avoids costly rework.
Tip: Save 10–15 images that you love for different reasons (vanity, tiles, lighting, shower, bath), plus 3–5 images you don’t like. This contrast clarifies your brief in minutes.
How to read bathroom photos like a designer
Dissect the image into five layers
- Layout: Is it a walk-in shower, a shower-over-bath, or separate zones?
- Joinery: Wall-hung vanity, shaker-style fronts or handleless cabinetry? Soft-close drawers or open shelves?
- Surfaces: Porcelain or terrazzo tiles, stone splashback, timber accents, 2-pack paint finish on cabinetry.
- Fixtures: Undermount basin, back-to-wall toilet suite, matte black tapware or brushed nickel fittings, frameless shower screen.
- Light and ventilation: Task lighting, LED strip lighting under vanity, skylight, or exhaust fan compliant with AS/NZS ventilation requirements.
Translate looks to local practicality
Not everything in overseas bathroom pictures suits Perth conditions. We consider WA’s coastal climate, heat, UV exposure and water hardness, and recommend finishes that resist humidity and are easy to maintain.
The Joyce Kitchens renovation process (Perth & WA)
- Consultation: Bring your bathroom pictures (and kitchen or laundry images if relevant). We confirm scope, style, and budget.
- Measure & design: Site measure in Perth/WA, initial concept with custom cabinetry WA solutions, and 3D visuals informed by your images.
- Specification: Benchtops, tiles, fixtures, lighting, and ventilation balanced against durability and cost.
- Approvals & scheduling: We coordinate trades, waterproofing certificates and any required building approvals per the NCC.
- Manufacture & install: Local joinery, quality control, and installation with tidy handover.
- Aftercare: Maintenance guidance and product warranties.
Planning a whole‑home refresh? We coordinate kitchen renovations Perth, bathroom renovation Perth, laundry fit-outs and wardrobe designs so finishes flow consistently from room to room.
Materials and finishes for picture‑perfect bathrooms
Benchtops and vanities
- Porcelain/sintered stone: Highly heat/stain resistant, excellent for vanities and splashbacks.
- Laminate: Budget‑friendly, huge range of colours and timber looks; modern edging elevates the look.
- Solid surface (acrylic): Seamless joins and integrated basins; warm to touch, repairable.
- Natural stone: Beautiful variation; requires sealing and mindful care.
Tiles and wall linings
- Porcelain tiles (matte P3–P4) for floors; glazed ceramic or porcelain for walls.
- Feature options: Terrazzo, kit‑kat mosaics, vertical subway, large‑format slabs to minimise grout lines.
- Wet area paint: For powder rooms or dry walls, pair with correct primers and ventilation.
Fixtures and lighting
- Tapware: WELS‑rated mixers in chrome, matte black or brushed metal finishes.
- Showers: Frameless or semi‑frameless screens for a sleek look and easier cleaning.
- Lighting: Warm task lighting at the mirror + dimmable ambient light + extraction fan per AS/NZS guidelines.
Engineered Stone vs Laminate (vanity benchtops)
Regulatory note: Australia has introduced bans on the manufacture, supply and processing of high-silica engineered stone. Availability and use may be restricted in WA. Always check current guidance and alternatives such as porcelain/sintered stone or solid surface.
| Feature | Engineered Stone (legacy installs) | Laminate |
|---|---|---|
| Look | Stone‑like patterns, consistent colour | Vast range incl. stone, timber and solid colours |
| Heat & stain resistance | Good everyday performance; avoid high heat | Good if cared for; use trivets and wipe spills |
| Maintenance | Low maintenance, non‑porous | Low maintenance; avoid harsh abrasives |
| Cost | Mid to high (subject to regulations and supply) | Budget to mid; excellent value |
| Alternatives | Consider porcelain/sintered stone or solid surface | Consider premium laminates with tight edges |
Layouts and styles from Australian bathrooms
Popular layouts
- Wall‑hung vanity + walk‑in shower: Maximises floor area and cleaning access.
- Shower over bath: Compact solution for family bathrooms.
- Separate bath + shower: Best in larger main bathrooms; add a heated towel rail for comfort.
Style cues you’ll see in bathroom pictures
- Coastal/Hamptons: Shaker vanity, light stone splashback, brushed nickel, soft blues.
- Contemporary: Handleless cabinetry, large‑format porcelain, matte black tapware.
- Japandi: Timber‑look laminates, neutral tiles, clean lines, warm LED strip lighting.
Short case examples
Fremantle ensuite: The client’s bathroom photos favoured Japandi warmth. We specified a wall‑hung vanity in timber‑look laminate, porcelain feature tiles, an undermount basin and soft‑close drawers. Result: calm, easy‑clean and storage‑rich.
Carine family bathroom: The brief from bathroom pictures was coastal Hamptons. We used shaker cabinetry, a satin‑white 2‑pack finish, P4 floor tiles and a semi‑frameless screen. The look carries into their adjacent laundry fit‑out for continuity.
Bathroom renovation costs and timelines in Perth
Indicative ranges for a full bathroom (inclusive of trades, WA‑compliant waterproofing and mid‑tier fixtures):
- Essentials upgrade: $15,000–$25,000
- Mid‑range refresh: $25,000–$40,000
- Premium/complex: $40,000–$70,000+
Timeframe is typically 3–6 weeks on site after design, selections and ordering. Lead times vary with tiles, custom cabinetry and any structural changes. Combining kitchen renovations Perth, bathroom and wardrobe fit‑outs can create economies of scale and a cohesive finish.
Bathroom picture planning checklist
- Collect 10–15 bathroom pictures that show your ideal vanity, tiles, shower, bath and lighting.
- Note what you like in each photo (colour, grout size, cabinet profile, tap finish).
- Measure your room and list pain points (storage, cleaning, damp, poor lighting).
- Decide must‑haves vs nice‑to‑haves (e.g., wall‑hung vanity, frameless screen, heated rail).
- Pick a style direction: coastal/Hamptons, contemporary, Japandi.
- Choose a benchtop pathway: laminate, porcelain/sintered or solid surface.
- Shortlist floor tile slip rating (P3–P4) and grout colour.
- Confirm ventilation and lighting plan (task, ambient, extraction fan).
- Set a budget band and timing (allow contingency of 10–15%).
- Bring your kitchen, laundry and wardrobe images if renovating multiple rooms.
And yes, if your project spans bathroom, bathroom, bathroom across multiple spaces, we’ll coordinate all joinery so finishes match throughout the home.
WA rules, waterproofing and ventilation
- Waterproofing must meet AS 3740. Use licensed trades and request a certificate on completion.
- Ventilation and electrical layouts should align with NCC and AS/NZS requirements for wet areas and IP zoning.
- Tile slip resistance: Aim for P3–P4 on bathroom floors; discuss options for shower zones.
- Water efficiency: Choose WELS‑rated tapware and showers; it’s good for bills and the environment.
- Engineered stone: Check current WA guidance before specifying; strong alternatives include porcelain/sintered stone and solid surface.
Helpful authorities (external):
Housing Industry Association (HIA),
Master Builders WA,
WA Building and Energy.
Ready to turn bathroom pictures into a finished design?
Book a free design consultation with Joyce Kitchens. Bring your favourite images and we’ll translate them into a practical, beautiful bathroom — and coordinate your kitchen, laundry and wardrobe cabinetry for a whole‑home result.
FAQ
What bathroom pictures should I collect before a design consult?
Save 10–15 images that show the vanity style, tiles, shower, bath and lighting you like, plus 3–5 you don’t like. Add quick notes on colours, cabinet profiles, grout size and tapware finishes so we can translate the look into WA‑ready selections.
How much does a bathroom renovation cost in Perth?
As a guide, essentials upgrades start around $15,000–$25,000, mid‑range $25,000–$40,000 and premium/complex from $40,000–$70,000+. Final cost depends on scope, tiles, benchtops, plumbing moves and custom cabinetry.
Is engineered stone safe for bathroom vanities in Australia?
Australia has introduced bans and restrictions on high‑silica engineered stone. For new work, consider porcelain/sintered stone, solid surface or quality laminates. If you have existing engineered stone, normal household use is fine; follow care advice and seek current WA guidance before specifying new products.
How long does a bathroom renovation take in WA?
Allow roughly 3–6 weeks on site after design, selections and ordering. Timelines vary with tile lead times, custom joinery, waterproofing and any structural or plumbing changes.
Do I need waterproofing certificates and approvals?
Yes. Wet areas must be waterproofed to AS 3740 by a licensed applicator, and you should receive a certificate. Depending on scope, electrical and plumbing compliance and any building approvals under the NCC may also apply.