Trends New Zealand Trends Volume 32 No 1 New Zealand | Page 122

Making waves
This bright, white bathroom features a textural undulating
tile wall and contrasting rich wenge wood surfaces
Above: Room with a view – this
elegant bathroom includes textural
3D tiles, rich wood surfaces and
plenty of space. In the shower area, a
picture window takes in the garden.
Facing page: The wenge countertops
have a waterfall design while the
basins are recessed into the wood.
Following pages: Mirrored toekicks
create the illusion that the vanity is
floating above the marble floor. High
wall sconces offer indirect lighting.

When not one but several elements provide a
stand-out feature in a bathroom design then the
result is a sense of enveloping luxury.
Just such a feel was requested for this 28m2
bathroom by designer Paul Bentham at Jennifer
Gilmer Kitchen and Bath. A sum of its parts, the
project has several key features, says Bentham.
“However, the star of the renovated space is
undoubtedly the undulating 3D wall tile. This
creates a dramatic light and shadow play while
fulfilling the agenda for a bright, white space.”
Contrasting the white tiles, the tops of the
vanity and central bench are in solid wenge,

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with waterfall sides. The natural wood is also
sealed to make the surface impervious to water.
And the use of wood is continued on the
framing for the huge mirror which expands the
room visually and brings in light by reflecting
the view out the window on the opposite wall.
“The window’s white quartz frame mimics
wood trim but will last forever,” says Bentham.
Replacing a seldom-used tub and tub deck,
the designer set a generous shower area along
the back wall of the house, with the picture
window at dead centre. The shower zone has
three areas, including a large central rainhead.