Previous pages and above: With
a subtle pattern reminiscent of
lace, large-format porcelain wall
tiles provide the backdrop to this
bathroom renovation in a traditional
home that has been expanded with
a modern addition. The tile pattern,
ceiling detailing, picture rail and tub
are classic touches that bring balance
to the otherwise clean-lined space.
Both the minimalist vanity and
vanity mirror are backlit.
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Balance is an important consideration in any
renovation – and not only in terms of colour and
form. For this bathroom makeover, the owners
wanted the design to tie to a contemporary
extension at the rear of an historic home as well
as linking to the original 1900s aesthetic. They
also wanted a romantic feel for the room. The
only constraints were an existing fireplace, door
and window – and a soaring 3.4m high ceiling.
In response to this brief, designer Darren
Genner of Minosa Design fully rearranged the
space, creating a light-filled design that played
on the connection between old and new.
“In terms of the room’s spatial redesign, we
placed the toilet behind the door for privacy.
This encourages the owners to leave the door
open so, as you pass by in the corridor, you are
drawn into this alluring space by the artwork
and bathing area.”
Genner introduced a blade wall to conceal
the large walk-in shower, allowing more than
one family member to use the room at once, and
to create a backdrop for the freestanding tub.
“While this space is a great size, it only had
one window, so its natural light was limited. To
address this, we added a large skylight over the