Trends New Zealand Trends Volume 31 No 10 New Zealand | Page 100

NKBA DESIGN AWARDS 2015 Bathroom Design of the Year winner Davinia Sutton/Sam Lawrence Detail by Davinia Sutton Canterbury Chapter Designer Designer statement Davinia Sutton/Sam Lawrence Detail by Davinia Sutton Ltd Christchurch [phone] [email protected] daviniasutton.com The clients’ brief was to achieve a spacious feel for their master ensuite, despite the confined architectural space. They wanted the design to reflect modern architecture, but also create a private sanctuary. They requested a design with refined lines, beautiful natural surfaces and attractive fittings and fixtures. Cabinetry American White Oak by Prime Panels with Tekton edges Vanity top Honed and enhanced slate from Trethewey Artisan Stone Basin Natural slate with mitred corners by Trethewey Artisan Stone Toilet Catalano Zero Tapware Vola Shower tapware Vola fixed head and hand shower; Fantini ceiling-mounted rainshower Lighting LED from Accent Lighting Tiles Natural stone travertine in Gusto Dark from Country Floors Floor tiles Nero Acapulco from SpazioCasa Photography Stephen Goodenough The response was a bathroom that has a calm, serene ambience. The design reflects contemporary restraint, while the layout forms a practical and private feature shower zone, creating the perfect place to restore mind and body. The custom-made vanity top, formed from natural honed slate, is pinned between walls and elevated from the floor. While enhancing the sense of space and being easy to clean, it also adds a wow factor and makes a sharp contrast to the natural travertine walls. The mitred timber drawer unit and the mirror above provide ample storage and functionality. The expanse of natural stone tiles that line the entire space, provides the room with a sense of warmth, texture, serenity and luxury. The tiling is in simple brick bond format – referencing the architecture, while also playing on use of form. The design utilises all the available space, and the clever mix of selected finishes and fixtures provides the room with a spacious, free-flowing feel. The highest quality fittings, careful lighting detail and organic palette further enhance the Zen-like atmosphere. Judges’ comments The attention to detail in this bathroom is impressive – right down to the way the handle has been formed as part of the glass shower door. It’s a simple palette with subtle but contrasting colour. And simple ideas have been developed and followed through. The lighting is particularly well planned. search | save | share at trendsideas.com