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Above: The freestanding wall provides privacy for showering and shaving, while the toilet has its own cubicle. Natural light spills around and over the wall into the bathroom. Above right: The white floating vanity is underlit, adding to the sense of space. Glass walls on the shower ensure both brass mosaic surfaces are seen together. Strip lighting over the vanity is echoed by an embedded strip of light over the bed in the adjoining room. “The floors are concrete, while black-flamed and brushed granite on the walls and floors of the shower provide a textural, non-slip surface.” “Lighting is also integrated into a niche in the shower. This highlights a brass mosaic tile that lines the back of the niche, providing accents of colour, texture and scale. The same tile is seen on the vanity splashback, and the use of brass is continued in the basin mixer and spout, integrating these elements.” The mosaics are also a reference to the Art Deco style of the neighbouring Californian bungalow at the front of the property, as are the search | save | share at trendsideas.com Bianco Carrara tiles lining the sides of the niche. The island bath and Boffi air ceiling fans act as organic sculptural elements within the space. In addition, sheer curtains and the light play from laser-cut operable screens in the bedroom help to soften the aesthetic. more images of this kitchen 34543 at trendsideas.com similar projects search tida bathrooms