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Above: A seamless tub surround designed by Natalie Du Bois makes light work of cleaning in the luxurious yet easy-to-maintain bathroom. Story by Charles Moxham Photography by Simon Wilson see more online: search 48754 at Trendsideas.com search: marble tile at Trendsideas.com search | save | share at right up against the wall – avoiding any hard-to-clean gaps.” The all-in-one basins-and-vanity top is seamless, also making for easy maintenance. “The long vanity drawers offer plenty of storage – which was another requirement of the design,” says Du Bois. “However, the custom mirrored wall unit provides even more storage. This quite deceptive element recesses right into the wall cavity that backs onto the adjacent dressing room – so its capacity is actually a lot more than you would imagine.” Designer: Natalie Du Bois, Du Bois Design Vanity cabinetry: Crown-cut oak, black stained, custom-designed by Natalie Du Bois Benchtop: Stone slab in Diamond White with double oval basin, by Apaiser Taps and accessories: Fantini Toilet and bidet: Catalano Flooring: Griege matt tiles from Marble Lab Walls: Griege gloss marble-look tiles from Marble Lab Bathtub: Kaldewei Shower stall: Atlantis Awards: Trends International Design Awards (TIDA) Bathrooms – Highly Commended