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NKBA DESIGN AWARDS 2015 Creative Excellence Bathroom Award winner Davinia Sutton/Sam Lawrence Detail by Davinia Sutton Canterbury Chapter Designer Designer statement Davinia Sutton/Sam Lawrence Detail by Davinia Sutton Ltd Christchurch (03) 356 2722 [email protected] daviniasutton.com This renovation created a serene, sensual ensuite bathroom using space gained from a poorly functioning wardrobe. It was part of a major remodel of the entire master bedroom wing, which has been transformed into a private sanctuary for the clients. Cabinetry American White Oak by Prime Panels with Tekton edges Handles/feet Recessed finger pulls; Katalog Vanity top/bath recess insert Marine ply with Prime Art veneer; American white oak with 2mm Tekton edges Vanity basins Progetto Teorema Vessel Vanity tapware Paini Cox Shower heads Hansgrohe Raindance Hardware Blumotion Bath Progetto Ava Stone freestanding Bath tapware Progetto Tube Tiles Provenza Miscela Sabia from European Ceramics; Provenza Composto Sabbia from European Ceramics Toilet Catalano Sfera 52 Photography Stephen Goodenough The bathroom needed to feature clean lines and textural finishes, with attractive, yet simply styled fittings and fixtures. There was also a requirement for twin basins, a walk-in shower, freestanding bath and toilet. The existing space needed some tweaking due to the existing roofline, which was low in places. This determined the room layout. Natural light from a shuttered window floods a dual walk-in shower that takes centre stage at one end of the room. The space enhances the room’s symmetry and benefits from the extra height created by the roof gable. Twin vanity bowls sit on a custom-made piece of furniture that provides plenty of storage. Further storage is available in the mirror cabinet. The freestanding bath sits opposite the vanity, with a timber-lined niche rebated into the tiled wall. This is the perfect place for candles and a glass of wine. The palette is kept simple with the mix of finishes providing a sense of warmth and personality. While the design uses all the available space, the careful play on form and finish ensures the desired sense of luxury. Judges’ comments This renovation had an awkward roofline to deal with, and was a difficult room to get light into. An innovative approach to the design has made best use of the space, and this is enhanced by an accomplished selection of materials. The vanity in particular is a beautiful piece of design. search | save | share at trendsideas.com