Trends New Zealand Volume 33 No 2 | Page 107

raised platform for the bathing zone, clad in the richly grained marble. “The platform was a way to deal with the change of material and we mitred the edges of the stone to accentuate this – bringing a block-like feel to the base and rear wall,” says the designer. “Building up the back wall allowed us to introduce handy recessed storage niches and to house accent and room lighting.” The raised form also accommodates the sensor-activated night-light beneath. The vanity, on the opposite wall, was custom-designed for the project and has a long bench with integrated basins. Above the vanity, the touch-to-open, bifold lift-up mirror-fronted doors provide easy access to the recessed wall cabinets. The bathroom’s lighting is measured and layered – accent lighting runs through the niches and under the step and vanity unit, adding depth to the dark spots of the space and making the room feel larger. Circular sky tubes set above the shower and to the side of the bath bring in more natural light and glimpses of the sky. Above: The double vanity is hand made from a single piece of engineered stone with two bowls scalloped out of the surface. The vertical bifold, lift-up mirror-fronted doors above the vanity offer a dynamic storage area, raising the doors up and out of the way and allowing easy, speedy access. Adjustable mirrors are installed inside the wall cabinets for shaving and close facial grooming. Showering enjoyment is high in this bathroom – the luxury showerhead offers a ‘waterfall’ option together with the more usual rain soaker. search | save | share at