ALL WHITE NOW Situated in a cottage on a working wine farm, this light-filled bathroom combines its status as a relaxation zone with elegant, modern lines. The all-white floor and wall tiles enhance the back-to-basics feel, while the eye-catching centrepiece – a retro-fabulous iron bathtub, complete with wooden backrest – is a contemporary take on the iron tubs that were once hauled into kitchens and manually filled with hot water for once-a-week bathing, back in the day. Tip A further reminder of this bathroom’s rural setting is the 19th-century botanical print that hangs above the tub. The latter is the Vieques XS, which was created by Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola for Agape (agapedesign.it). HOOKED ON CLASSIC Sleek and geometrical, this bathroom combines black and white to ultra-chic effect, as seen in the wall of subway tiles with black grouting, the sculptural freestanding tub and the graphic black window frames. Under foot, natural slate tiles laid in a crosshatch pattern add tactile appeal, and are warmed by underfloor heating for maximum comfort on chilly winter mornings. Another monochrome element, the floating vanity counter, provides plenty of storage and is topped with an oversized yet very elegant contemporary basin. Tip In a hard-working bathroom space, it’s essential to carefully consider the lighting. Use both a ceiling fitting – we love Jasper Morrison’s modern-classic Glo-Ball designs for Flos (flos.com) – and side-mounted task lighting at the vanity mirror, and place them on separate dimmer switches.
VINTAGE VIBES While it was necessary to add all-new bathrooms to this 100-year-old farmhouse during its recent renovation, the owners insisted that the spaces have an appropriately “period” feel as well as including all the contemporary comforts. The result – as seen in this guest suite bathroom – is an emphasis on natural materials, rich textures, honesty and simplicity, all of which combine to create a mix that celebrates the rustic charms of life on the farm. Tip There’s loads of retro appeal to get inspired by in this space, from the whimsy of the patterned floor tiles to the clean lines of the glossy black metal frames used for the shower enclosure, and the placement of the classic oval basin on sensuously turned legs.
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