Bathroom design often pursues a feeling of
serenity, but the job is made easier when the
space already shares a strong connection with
nature. Such was the case with this transformed
master ensuite by designer Darren James.
“Most of the existing ensuite was completely
reconfigured and reconstructed. However, the
angular ceiling plane and glass atrium were
both retained as stand out design features in the
space,” says James.
“We did alter the atrium slightly – changing
from a six-panel gridded glass fenestration to
a seamless column of three glass pieces with a
dark powder-coated frame work and a new set
of louvres, to increase the airflow into the space.
“The ensuite is on a corner of the home, so
capturing the 90° views onto the land from the
atrium created focus and direction for the room.”
The original bathroom had included heavy,
built-in elements, and the owners wanted to
replace that look with a lighter, more seamless
flow and aesthetic.
Catering for two, the ensuite’s long open
walk in shower has two showerheads, while on
the other side of the blade wall, the cantilevered
vanity has double his and hers basins.
Previous pages: Reworked atrium
windows add to the immediate
connection to nature in this
transformed master ensuite by
Darren James Interiors.
Above left: A blade wall provides
privacy for the shower zone and
supports the cantilevered vanities.
Large-format porcelain sheet creates
the look of exotic stone.
Above: The wooden dressing table is
another natural touch in the space.
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