The homeowners needed a modern update to their original ’80s bathroom, so they approached Vance Living with a clear brief. They were after a simple yet highly functional bathroom suitable for their children and their guests alike. The space needed to be practical, with a modern yet timeless design.

The layout the design and build team ultimately settled on is fully functional, yet very aesthetically appealing too. The custom vanity and mirror cabinetry, open shelving and the shower niches provide an abundance of storage solutions. The fully tiled walls and floors create interest, while facilitating easy cleaning. The placement of the wall tiles was a strategic choice; while they command attention, they also highlight the quality tapware as a feature. The custom clear shower screen was built into a niche, creating the illusion of a larger space.

The room gets plenty of natural light thanks to the floor-to-ceiling window by the bath – which incidentally also facilitates a relaxing ambience for when the bath is in use. As it’s finished with fluted glass, it allows for a private and intimate space.

Modern, tranquil and brimming with functionality, this bathroom is a study in fit-for-purpose yet visually appealing design.

Design response

Objective: A simple yet highly functional bathroom for children and guests to enjoy

Solution: A functional, modern and timeless room, with well-thought-out use of space and quality craftsmanship

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Design: Casa Design
Build: Vance Living

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When it came to the redesign of a townhouse for an owner with accessibility needs, the request was for greater ease of use and more space and storage. The original U-shaped footprint of the small kitchen was retained, so the under-stairs area was chosen to allow for more storage in the room. This meant the bench could be increased in size, with curved edges ensuring there were no sharp corners to bump into. A sensor tap was installed for ease of use, and Lo & Co pull handles with a hatched finish were chosen.

The higher cupboards are electric so that the owner can simply press a button within reach to close them. The Neff oven has a fully retractable door to save on space, with all-push button operation for ease of use. The peninsular bench was designed with half-round battens, along with a custom bespoke rangehood also with blackened bronze that fully encloses the rangehood to make it easier to clean. Two custom American oak timber floating shelves are not only functional, but also serve to warm up the space.

The townhouse’s bathroom also needed to have accessibility considerations and flexible options for washing and lighting. A small half-height wall was added for a toilet, and the shower now has a hinged moveable shower screen with fluted glass for some privacy. A handheld shower was added for extra accessibility, and a disabled rail installed for stability. A floor-mounted bath mixer with hand shower was also selected to help wash the kids’ hair in the bath and to help clean the tub itself.

The bathroom now has plenty of storage, with simple access into drawers and an in-wall shaving cabinet to keep everyday items within reach. User-friendly tapware was chosen to best suit the homeowner’s needs. Full-height tiling makes cleaning easy, while the patterned floor tile adds interest and hides hair and dirt. A black high-gloss handmade tile with a black quarter-round strip tile on top adds a sophisticated finish.

Photography Dave Dulesza

Awards Category: Design Spaces

For the design of the powder room, the toilet was brought forward and a ledge was created to display items of interest. A hero-coloured basin catches the eye while the tiles add liberal dashes of charm to the space. The Mark Douglass pendant light draws attention higher up to its handblown shape. Simple downlights also illuminate the space and can be switched on separately for the right lighting to suit the time of day.

The quirky Merci Maison Alexia mirror is hand-forged iron – a unique piece that adds fun to the powder room while relating back to the black in the floor tile. All the various textures, patterns, finishes and colour are designed to uplift and make the viewer smile. As the homeowner loves autumnal colours, these earthy tones were picked to be used throughout the property, which was styled by Bea Lambos from Bea & Co.

This project was nominated for the KBDI Design Awards 2024 in the Small Kitchens VIC / Design Spaces categories. The KBDI Design Awards program is a well-established and highly regarded event held annually to showcase Australia’s top kitchen and bathroom designers.

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Having an aesthetically pleasing view into the bathroom when the door is open (as this is seen immediately upon entering the home) was an important consideration, as well as making the space appealing to visitors. To create the feeling of a powder room, a dividing wall was used to separate the vanity and toilet from the wet area.

Vinyl wallpaper was also used to zone the space and give it wow factor. The view from the front door of the home is now of the timber veneer vanity unit and green feature tiled partition wall, not of the toilet. The shower side of the partition wall has a storage niche, the shower mixer and a hook for easy access to a towel when in the shower. The wall and niche size were determined by tile sizes to limit cuts and result in a neater finish. The generous hidden bathroom zone is well ventilated by the window and exhaust fan.

Maximising airflow in the space has been achieved by installing a louvre window with frosted glass blades for privacy. The partition wall has been built no higher than required so that light from the window can reach the whole room. The tiled wall ledge visually breaks up the full wall of neutral tile, overlapping both zones and providing a connection between the two. Wall tiles are gloss, helping to reflect light throughout the space.

Matt porcelain floor tiles with a stone-look organic style were used with the green tiles, varying in shade to create a country/coastal aesthetic. This look extends to the oak timber veneer on the vanity unit and handmade ceramic basin.

This project was nominated for the KBDI Design Awards 2024 in the small bathrooms category. The KBDI Design Awards program is a well-established and highly regarded event held annually to showcase Australia’s top kitchen and bathroom designers.

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DesignTank.

Photographer Eloise Van Riet-Gray

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Winner: Small Bathrooms QLD

The walk-in pantry was transformed into a cooking alcove, with a second cleaning alcove placed on the adjacent wall. The kitchen’s storage was tripled thanks to three-stack purpose-built drawers. A second wine fridge was added adjacent to the bifold doors leading to the barbecue area, and a cocktail station is neatly tucked away behind pocket doors.

A fresh blue and green colour palette was chosen for the kitchen, contrasting with the black and brass accents. At an inner-city penthouse, the main bathroom was created by combining the existing bathroom, powder room, laundry cupboard and hallway into the one room.

A mix of large format and metallic mosaic tiles were selected to complement the striking epoxy floor and bounce light around the room. The shower over the bath was replaced with a modern walk-in shower. Motion sensors allowed for a night light under the vanity, and for both a light and fan to be automatically turned on when someone enters the shower. Heated vertical towel rails utilised the available wall space and provided a practical drying solution.

The third project, a New Farm Art Deco apartment’s bathroom, also had a revamp, with a muted, natural palette and light-timber cabinetry chosen to give it a natural look and feel.

This renovation was nominated for the KBDI Design Awards 2024 in the Small Bathrooms Qld/ Small Kitchen Qld. The KBDI Design Awards program is a well-established and highly regarded event held annually to showcase Australia’s top kitchen and bathroom designers.

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Elegant in Design.

Photography John Downs
Builder Frost Construct and Communicate
Cabinetry Facoory Cabinetry

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While there was discussion around the need for a different layout, the final design stays with the original footprint of the bathroom. The project required blending the old architectural style with modern functionality. Retaining the Federation architectural features was key, while the clients’ need for easy maintenance led to the use of large-format tiles to minimise grout lines and a unique multi-textured tile to enhance the aesthetic. An additional challenge was the inadequately lit hall outside the bathroom, a critical thoroughfare to the modern extension.

By incorporating borrowed light from the bathroom through a fanlight design, this allowed natural lighting into the hall during the day, maintaining a cohesive aesthetic. Sustainability was also a significant focus, so eco-friendly fixtures like low flush toilets and low-flow, aerated taps to emphasise efficiency were selected. The result is a harmonious blend of custom elements and practical considerations, enhancing both aesthetic appeal and functionality, ultimately exceeding the clients’ expectations.

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For this design, Mario Romano Walls (MR Walls) in the Flame pattern were chosen to elevate the room’s aesthetics. The design is meticulously carved across multiple panels, forming an organic, non-repeating texture that flows seamlessly along the walls. Thanks to MR Walls’ puzzle piece-like interlocking design with undulating edges, the panels slip together with inconspicuous joins, resulting in one continuous, stunning visual display that transforms the small space into a work of art.

Upon entering the powder room, sensor lighting instantly illuminates the walls, casting a soft, ambient glow that enhances the textured design. The three-dimensional carvings of MR Walls are beautifully echoed in the reflection of the adjacent tiles, highlighting intricate details and creating a cohesive, dynamic effect throughout the room.

Creating such a visually impactful light feature with MR Walls is effortless, with over 40 patterns to choose from—and the option for custom designs to meet unique project needs. Each panel is carved to precise, project-specific requirements, ensuring a perfect fit and exceptional design outcome. Installation is simple, and when paired with a lightbox, these panels provide a striking backlit ambiance that transforms any space.

Mario Romano Walls is an excellent lighting solution for various rooms within the home project, offering flexibility for creating dynamic lighting solutions. Further enhancing the lighting effect, multi-color LED systems can be incorporated. These allow the mood of the room to shift effortlessly, adding depth and versatility to the lighting design.

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Though limited in space, the homeowners desired a separate freestanding tub and walk-in shower. Given the size parameters, the dilemma was solved with the inclusion of a back-to-wall bath that saves on floor space. A single-basin vanity further ensured that all the client’s wishes were fulfilled within the space allocated to the main bathroom.

When it came to design, the owners wanted a neutral space that would stand the test of time and provide a relaxing atmosphere. Large-format porcelain tiles in a lightly veined pattern of warm grey and white were laid across the floor and up three of the walls, all the way to the ceiling. This solid foundation was complemented by a single feature wall of white finger tiles behind the bath. The textural effect produced by the linear feature tiles adds visual interest but maintains the calm feel of the room.

The vertical pattern formed by the finger tiles is reflected in the bathroom’s single vanity and off set by the soft curves of the single round basin. The grooved vanity front keeps the pattern flowing while contributing additional depth to the design to make it contemporary yet timeless. A sleek mirrored cabinet above the vanity affords the inhabitants additional face-level storage. Finishing off the design with matt black tapware that grounds the light-hued palette, this bathroom is a contrasting scheme softened by textural features that create a simple yet elegant bathroom.

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Embracing the home’s century-old heritage, the English farmhouse and cottage-style theme permeates throughout. The butler’s pantry boasts elegant features such as glass-fronted display cabinets, a fluted front apron sink, Tasmanian oak accents and an integrated dishwasher and bar fridge. In the main kitchen, the farmer’s doors joinery continues, adding that traditional workmanship to complement the history of the original home.

In the Gap, a modern family bathroom with a practical space plan for all needs was created. The shower is an easy walk in for all users and the bath is practical for the kids to be bathed in, but just as good for a luxurious soak. The vanity, visible from the bathroom entry, has a lovely timber grain and warm tones, welcoming you into the space.

The bathroom’s colour scheme chosen is timeless, with a warm grey floor and white walls. The ensuite design concept utilised the space of the hallway linen cupboard, which provided extra depth for the shower to be enlarged to a two-person capacity.

The design of the curved shower wall hides the toilet from view without compromising on style. The design includes two sinks, a large drawer space for each, plus inbuilt shaving cabinet mirrors to provide extra storage. The curve of the shower wall is also replicated in the curve of the opposite wall to the shower, softening the existing 45-degree angle of the wall. The introduction of the curves added wow factor, dimension and versatility.

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Servicing the Australian market since 1989, Decina’s design and engineering team has manufactured more than two million inset baths in under 35 years. All Decina’s freestanding spa baths, as well as inset and island baths and spas, are made right here in Australia. In fact, Decina is the only manufacturer of baths in the country. Decina products made outside of Australia are all manufactured to meet Australian Standards. Decina’s purpose-built manufacturing facility in Brisbane ensures its impressive output increases exponentially, allowing the company to design, develop and be the first Australian manufacturer of freestanding baths. Decina also has the ability to manufacture custom specialised products for volume projects.

The benefits of supporting local manufacturing are numerous. When you buy an Australian-made Decina product, you are purchasing something that has been made to a high standard and is built to last. You’re also reducing your carbon footprint and supporting environmentally responsible practices. Supporting local businesses means you are helping to ensure Australians maintain job security and provide for their loved ones. So next time you are out shopping, consider buying Australian-made products and support Aussie families.

As experts in acrylic bath and spa bath technology, Decina has its finger on the pulse when it comes to the latest bathroom trends. According to the team, freestanding spa baths are on trend. For those looking to recreate this aesthetic in their own homes, Decina is the only brand with an extensive range of baths in all shapes and sizes, making it easy to create a bathroom that will act as a place of wellness and relaxation.

A freestanding spa bath – like the 14-jet Elisi Contour, the newly released Alegra contour spa, Mintori Dolce Vita with 18 jets – are designed with generous reclining lumbar support. The Orion spa bath, which features 16 jets, molded armrests and back supports, is the quickest way to achieve a spa-like experience at home. If you prefer a bath set in a hob, there are numerous sizes and designs to choose from, such as the Carina or Novara ranges. The Carina Island bath’s planes have been angled to maximise bath space, reclining comfort and function. Its island style means it can be set away from adjoining walls, enabling the lucky bather to appreciate its simple elegance.

No matter what size or design, a bath or spa bath is the centrepiece of the bathroom. Introduce a touch of elegance and hydrotherapy relaxation into your home with Decina. Not only will it elevate your space, it will empower you to support an Australian business passionate about local manufacturing.

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Their wish list included a double shower, a bath, a vanity with plenty of storage, and a smart toilet. Though the bathroom you see here looks effortlessly beautiful, navigating the renovation was complex at times.

The plumbing in particular was challenging – the apartment is on the third floor of the complex, and the homeowners did not want to disturb the apartment below to access the plumbing in their ceiling, so the design team had to plan the reno carefully around this.

Ultimately, false walls were used, allowing the team to run the plumbing to where it needed to go and incorporate large niches. This facilitated the double walk-in shower, bath and smart toilet that are central to this bathroom’s timeless luxe aesthetic.

The bathroom’s highlighted marble concave fluted wall adds depth, height and texture to the space, undoubtedly increasing its wow factor appeal. A sensory dimension has been created with soft strip lighting in niches, under the vanity and shaving cabinet, evoking
a sense of tranquillity and refined elegance.

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