Curbless Shower and Terracotta Floor Bathroom in Los Angeles

How This Bathroom Turned Out

This Los Angeles bathroom balances soft neutrals with earthy warmth. The curbless walk-in shower is lined in large cream stone-look tile, with two stacked recessed niches, a rain head with a handheld on a slide bar, and a linear drain set into the floor. That floor is the star: a terracotta-toned brick-look tile that runs straight into the shower. A walnut-finish vanity on turned legs carries a marble top and a cross-handle faucet, and a wall-hung toilet keeps the floor clear. Plaster-look walls and a walnut door complete the room.

Why a Terracotta Floor Works in a Neutral Bath

A warm floor does a lot of work in a quiet room. The brick-look tile is laid in a woven pattern, so it adds texture without needing a second bold color. Everything above it stays soft: cream tile, plaster-look walls, a white top. That lets the floor and the walnut pieces carry the warmth. Running the same tile into the shower, with no curb in the way, makes the room look bigger and more open. We use the same simple, warm palette idea in our bathroom remodeling work.

How We Run Your Bathroom Remodel

Every bathroom remodel in Los Angeles we build starts with a free consultation, where we learn how you use the room and what you want to spend. From there our team takes care of design, permits, demo, plumbing, tile, and the final details. A curbless shower like this one needs extra care under the tile. The floor is recessed and sloped toward the linear drain, and the waterproofing runs past the shower opening so water stays where it belongs.

More of Our Bathroom Work

Love warm, earthy tones? Take a look at our southwestern retro master bathroom in Van Nuys. For something brighter closer to the city, see this beautiful bathroom remodel in Los Angeles. More ideas are on our bathroom remodelers page.

Bathroom Remodel in Los Angeles: Common Questions

How much should I budget for a bathroom remodel in Los Angeles?

Size, finishes, and plumbing changes drive most of the cost. Our bathroom remodel cost guide shows what LA homeowners typically spend.

Is a curbless shower a good idea?

For many homes, yes. There is nothing to step over, cleaning is easier, and the room looks larger. It does need a properly recessed, sloped floor, which is easiest to build during a full remodel.

Is brick-look floor tile slippery when wet?

Brick-look porcelain usually has a matte, textured surface, which gives decent grip. We help you pick a tile rated for wet bathroom floors.

Can I use a furniture-style vanity in a bathroom?

Yes, as long as it is built or finished for humidity. Legs like these also leave open floor underneath, which keeps a smaller room from feeling crowded.

Will I need permits for my bathroom remodel?

In most cases, yes, once plumbing, electrical, or the layout changes. We take care of drawings, city submittals, and inspections. Our LA renovation permits guide explains the basics.

How long will my bathroom be out of service?

Most bathroom remodels take several weeks after demo, plus design and permit time before work starts. We share a clear schedule so you can plan around it.

Should I remodel or move to get the bathroom I want?

Remodeling often costs far less than selling and buying again, and you keep the home you already like. Our remodel vs. buy guide walks through the numbers.