Small Space Bathroom

The existing en-suite was dated and felt severely cramped – plus a major negative was the toilet, which was clearly visible from the bed and not ideal. My clients asked me to modernise this bathroom and make it feel more spacious. The small 4.03sqm room was re-configured, making the access through the walk-in wardrobe, instead of directly from the bedroom, which made the toilet a lot more private and less conspicuous. The re-positioning of the entry door also allowed us to install a generous shower sized (1300mm x 900mm), along with a large, custom-designed vanity, which included wide drawers for storage. The vanity drawer closest to the toilet was carefully planned to give optimum storage, without interfering with the adjacent toilet, when opening. Storage was further maximised by a tall, recessed cabinet behind a mirrored door above the vanity that protruded only slightly – just enough to allow a neatly scalloped timber handle to the side for opening. Walls were kept light – a mixture of matte-white, marble-look tiles for wet areas, and a soft grey paint for the remaining walls. The small-scale, chevron-mosaic tiles that were specified for the floor give the room a modern look and an unusual point of difference. NKBA Awards  2020 Winner - Small space Bathroom 2020 Winner - Auckland Region Best Bathroom 2020 Runner-up - Certified Designer Bathroom