We all love going on holidays right? and when we do the bathroom sand bedroom s mostly feel large and connected, luxurious and somewhat indulgent...well why not have this luxury feeling in your ensuite every day! thats what this client wanted for their new bathroom design. That holiday feeling at home.
Perfection on top of the hill.
This recently completed new build is a glorious example of manicured perfection!
It is situated in the seaside suburb of Maroubra
in Sydneys’ eastern suburbs. The home is
perched up on the hill and has stunning views of the Tasman Sea.
The ensuite bathroom is situated on the fourth
floor, and connects effortlessly to the master bedroom and amazing walk in
wardrobe. The designer was to ensure this parent’s retreat was impeccable in
its design and was befitting the clients’ BIG brief.
Structural Challenges
·
Construction was well advanced
·
Concrete slab,
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Large Space,
·
Large expansive North East
facing glass,
·
Three doorways (on existing
architectural plans) closing the space down and
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Clients BIG brief!
Client Requirements
·
‘We
don’t want to stuff it up’ – clients most
important concern ;
·
Contemporary
design, the palette had to work with exposed concrete
walls & the architecture of the build;
·
Double vanity with lots of
bench space / set down space;
·
Lots of storage for all of the
clients small personal effects;
·
Walk in shower – no glass
showerscreens;
·
Double shower for parents to
share;
·
A freestanding bath;
·
Take full advantage of the
stunning views and
·
Connection of the three areas –
robe, bed, and bath.
Design
Statement
The pressure was on; the slab was being poured
as the designer was appointed. Luckily the three internal walls were yet to be constructed
within this space. Working quickly in
order to not impact the build schedule, it was evident that the wall separating
the ensuite & master was to be clear glass. The view then became the focus
and also allowed additional natural light to flood the walk in robe at the
rear.
An additional wall was constructed to conceal
the large shower and toilet. This allowed both areas privacy and
separation. It is clad in gorgeous
Brazilian granite, a stunning feature and the perfect backdrop to the vanity. The
length of this wall allowed for a large bespoke vanity, with his/hers double basin
setup and maximum storage both under-bench and in overhead concealed mirrored cabinets. This ticked many boxes for the clients.
A designer freestanding bath was specified and placed
opposite and in full view. Its visual
creates a romantic and modern backdrop to the master bedroom and allows the
owners to soak, chat and take in the water views all at the same time.
Finishes and fittings are high spec; custom and
mostly Italian in origin and in keeping with the luxury feel of the home. The tile selection complements the off form
concrete usage throughout slightly darker in tone to create mood and also make
the fittings stand out.
The clients are over the moon with the
harmonious result of the space, they look forward to waking and rejuvenating
themselves here.
Project Description
The 1910 Bungalow home
has been beautifully restored and further additions have been made to
incorporate a modern open plan living situation. Set amongst a beautifully
manicured garden in the leafy suburb of Nailsworth in Adelaide South Australia,
the bathroom was the last of the original rooms that required renovation. Both
the clients work tirelessly in the medical industry and have 2 teenage children
currently living in the home. The bathroom is only used by Tania & Chris as
the children each have their own facilities and hence it is to be designed with
a little luxury which is well deserved.
Structural Challenges:
• Out-dated
box window
• Brickwork
below window had soft, crumbling mortar & brickwork
• Lacks
storage space and had poor functionality
• Consideration
that any works to the Southern wall may cause damage to glass splashback in the
kitchen on the other side of the wall
• Soft
lime internal plaster to all bathroom walls
• Electrical
hazards requiring rectification
• Confined
space (4.08m2)
Client Requirements:
This particular client
had some very specific requests. Some were as followed:
• Must
include a bath that was not smaller than 1700mm length as Chris is very tall
• Have
ample storage
• Removal/alteration
of existing window
• Tania
wanted a view to the garden outside. Chris preferred privacy
• Minimalistic
design
• Client
had a previously selected the floor tile
