Modern design and bathroom
design is as much about space and the way we use it as it is about the way we
paint or finish the surfaces. This space defines modern desires for bathrooms
that are larger and open. The exploration of space and materials in this bathroom
space is something we had a lot of fun creating – a modern bathroom or parents
retreat that explores function and the use of space.
Description
of the House, its local & occupants
This 70’s weatherboard home
featured in one of Australia’s most unforgettable films – Mad Max. Held by the present-day owners for the last
14 years this was to be the homes 2nd renovation in that time.
The family consisted of two
professional well-known business professionals’ and their five children ranging
from 5 to 22 years of age. Their relax
time at this property was taken very seriously.
The
Brief
The client wanted it all, the bath
to see the view, the shower to be in the view, the basin to see the view; the
client wanted something she had not seen before, it had to be different and it
had to bold.
CLIENT REQUIREMENTS:
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Had to have a real point difference
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Imagination a must!
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Take in the view
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Two basins
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Bathtub
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Double shower
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Walk in robe
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Did not want to see toilet on entry to space
CONSTRAINTS:
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·
The
view
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Only
limitation is your imagination
·
Big
brief – small space
Design Statement - How the requirements of the client
brief were achieved & problems solved
Commanding
views out over the Southern Ocean and a daunting design brief…your only
limitation is your imagination! The challenge was clearly set to redefine a
bathing space, the space had to feel like furniture over the traditional
bathroom form
The
designers choose to create an integrated space with good connection to the
adjoining bedroom, the introduction of a centre wall that was half height is
the real hero of this space, the wall of mirror acts to bring the view into play
from almost all angles, it acts as a screen to the wardrobe and toilet behind.
It offers full-length dressing mirror to the reverse side and even has the day
to day storage required for the “vanity” section, this cleverly pulls out from
the side of the wall.
The
incredible Gessi collection of Basins and tapware have been selected for their
free flowing organic feel, the design of this space is hinged by the marble
slab that runs along the mirror wall which integrates the bath and leads you
into the large oversized shower. The shower and bath sit with in the large
window overlooking the spectacular Southern Ocean with uninterrupted views over
the sand dunes and out to see. The designer selected the switchable electronic
glass as a privacy screen to prevent any on-lookers from peering in.
Large
oversized white tiles are applied to the shower wall and floor with the
intention of this looking like a painted wall, taking nothing away from the
striking views.
The
large wardrobe storage wraps around the back of the bathroom and to the side
near the entry, a personal vanity/make up area has been created as part of this
joinery.
The
results of this Parents Retreat are spectacular; the space is integrated,
strikingly beautiful, taking in the wonderful views that are forever
changing.
