Trends New Zealand Volume 34 No 2 | Page 63

Architect: Wayne Houston, Houston Architects Vanity cabinetry: Raymor wall-hung tall cabinet from Mico Bath: Jolanda freestanding natural stone bath from Stonebaths Basin: Jess freestanding natural stone basin from Stonebaths Taps: Dack Wall Basin/Bath mixer from Mico Shower stall: Drybase two-sided Shower Hob Shower fittings: Rain Duet Square Shower Column by Kohler from Mico Accessories: Bevelled mirror with suspended shelf and hidden fittings, Adesso Memphis Soap Dispenser, Adesso Memphis toothbrush holder, Tranquillity Solid Composite Stone stool from Mico Flooring: Venis Ona tiles by Jacobsen Wallcoverings: Venis Madagascar Blanco tiles by Jacobsen Lighting: LED, recessed Awards: Trends International Design Awards (TIDA) Bathrooms – Highly Commended Story by Charles Moxham Photography by Ben Levy see more images online: search 50128 at Trendsideas.com Previous and facing pages: Extending the length of the existing bathroom provided space for a sculptural tub and a level walk-in shower in this beach house bathroom renovation by owner- architect Wayne Houston. Distinctive 3D wave- pattern tiles running behind the tub and shower connect with the beach and bush setting. LED strip lighting highlights the tilework from below. Above: The standing basin works well with the freestanding tub and takes up minimal floorspace, while the wall-hung vanity cabinet echoes the washbasin’s vertical, elongated form. search | save | share at