The Ultimate Luxury
Set in a windowed room of its own, this tub has a view like no other. While your own bathroom may be less grand, a bay window, crystal chandelier, and stunning mixture of rough-hewn wood and smooth marble are details you can re-create.
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A Wall of Windows
Floor-to-ceiling windows underscore the drama of this luxurious bath. Small touches you can borrow include a wonderfully plush rug beside the tub and a comfortable chair for taking in the view after a long bath.
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Charles Cunniffe Architects
Framing a Garden View
A corner window is an ideal setting for a tub. This room's neutral palette of tan tiles, beige walls, and honey-toned woodwork allows the garden to take center stage.
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Ward+Blake Architects
Mix and Match
A playful combination of marble patterns and tilework in this spacious bath complements the sculptural birch trunks visible through a window above the tub.
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Charles Cunniffe Architects
Proper Placement
Positioning the tub so it juts into the room is an unexpected yet practical way to take full advantage of garden views through a tall window.
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Better Homes & Gardens
Slices of Sky
In this clean-lined space, narrow windows set vertically over the tub and horizontally beside the shower offer breath-taking glimpses of the great outdoors.
Houzz courtesy of Griffin Enright Architects
Watching the Clouds Go By
Installing a skylight over the tub facilitates a contemplative view while maintaining a sense of privacy when bathing.
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HGTV
Courtyard Views
A walled courtyard allows for a window wall beside a tub, even in a residential area. The simplicity of the outdoor view echoes the minimalist decor of the bathroom.
Houzz courtesy of Susan Jay Design
Privacy When You Need It
Oversize windows let the outside in, even in a cozy cottage bathroom like this one. A roller screen and wraparound shower curtain offer added privacy when desired.
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Apartment Therapy
Bringing the Outside In
Blur the line between indoors and out by placing houseplants in a bathroom that has breathtaking views of a garden or the surrounding countryside.
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Planning Guide: Bathroom Remodeling
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