These 8 Bathroom Ideas Are the Reason We Love a Good Bathtub-Shower Combination

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Why settle for just a tub or a shower when you can have the magical luxury of both? Let us introduce you (in case you haven't encountered one of these in your lifetime) to the ingenious bathtub-shower combination. It offers the indulgence of a soak and the efficiency of a rinse all in one place. Talk about a space-saving solution! Scroll on for eight envy-inducing bathroom ideas that showcase our favorite hybrid.

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1. Add bohemian charm.

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Your bathroom should be a respite from the annoyances of daily life. Jungalow's Justina Blakeney layers a vibrant blue shower curtain, woven baskets, and hanging planters to create a blissful bohemian oasis that's perfect for a stress-melting soak.

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2. Encircle with a shower curtain.

If you're lucky enough to have the space, encircle your bathtub-shower combination with a gauzy shower curtain like the team over at Bloom Interiors did in this dreamy bathroom. And bonus: Now there's no need for drapery.

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3. Bring in industrial sophistication.

A black clawfoot tub, white pedestal sink, and black hexagonal floor tile put a modern spin on this industrial bathroom designed by Homepolish's Sandie Mazzi. But the introduction of exposed piping, cage lighting, and fixtures with mixed metal finishes feels refreshingly raw.

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4. Keep it simple.

Don't overthink it. When the bones are this good, all you need are a few cool accessories to tell a cohesive story. We're swooning over the Aztec runner and honeycomb shelves in this Culver City, California bungalow.

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5. Consider a clawfoot tub.

Love the look of a clawfoot tub, but don't think it's possible in your pad? Check out this best-of-both-worlds setup by designer Elizabeth Roberts that combines a walk-in shower with a vintage-style bath. The glass enclosure keeps the space from appearing closed off.

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6. Choose galvanized steel.

Cookie cutter is boring! Think outside the proverbial box like the Stickett Inn did and go with a galvanized steel basin. Weathered wood floors and a ceramic wall-mounted sink round out the rustic effect.

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7. Opt for an accent wall.

Want to make your bathtub-shower combination come to life? An accent wall is the way to go. GIA Bathrooms and Kitchens designed this eye-catching refuge, complete with a gray backdrop and window to lend depth and visual interest. Plus, the patterned tile floor doesn't hurt either.

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8. Or, make a statement with floor-to-ceiling tile.

Floor-to-ceiling anything is a high-impact decision. That said, it doesn't have to be overpowering. Case in point: This soothing gray sanctuary, designed by Carter Williamson, that's swathed in marble mosaic tile.

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