Trends New Zealand Volume 35 No 3 | Page 104

Principal architect: Sandra Diaz-Velasco, Eolo A&I Design Builder: Jose Andres Velasco Cabinet company: Sanandres Construction Tubs: Juliet airbath by MTI Baths; Duravit Jacuzzi spa Vanities: Oak wood veneer Makeup table: Porcelain slab Sinks: Graff Cabinetry: Stained wood and lacquer painted grey Taps: Graff Shower fittings: Sigma handshower, Rainforest showerhead by Hansgrohe; Flooring: Grey marble from Naturali Stone Wallcoverings: Onyx porcelain sheet by Porcelanosa, gold metal mosaics Toilet: Veil by Kohler Lighting: Hoop pendants by Axolight; Dunkirk pendants by Hudson Valley Awards: USNKBA Bathroom Design Competition – Winner Story by Charles Moxham Photography by Eugenio Willman and Juan Pablo Estupinan Above: The shower zone is open at both ends to increase the sense of overall space, while a spa bath area is in the far corner of the bathroom. Above right: A blade wall backing this vanity separates the bathroom from the long walk-in dressing area. Facing page: The makeup area forms part of the dressing room and is set on the other side of a blade wall backing one of the vanities. Modern pendants are a feature in this area. search | save | share at his and hers toilet cubicles are set out of sight to left and right behind the entry walls. Within this refined, cleverly divided space, materials such as natural grey marble floor slabs and walls in onyx-look porcelain sheet add to the overall sense of luxury. Diaz-Velasco chose modern, sustainable materials where possible – such as the exceptionally slender wall sheeting. The two custom vanities and make-up table add contemporary accents, while the top- mounted, rectangular vanity sinks and brushed gold taps add to the room’s crisp, opulent air. If all this wasn’t enough, the lighting and circular mirrors also work their magic – helping to soften the ensuite’s right-angled architecture. “We introduced a balanced interplay of natural and artificial light to provide cascades of gentle, softening highlights. Plus a careful placement of artwork and mirrors contributes to the warm sense of charm and relaxation.” see more images online: search 330486116 at Trendsideas.com for similar high-end projects: search master ensuites at Trendsideas.com