A touch of
splendour
Cultural vitality, luxury and ergonomics all go
together in this lustrous master ensuite
Previous pages: This master ensuite
by designer Davinia Sutton offers a
decor with a difference. Marble floor
and wall tiles provide the backdrop
for more prominent finishes.
Above: All that glitters – blown glass
bowls hand-painted in gold create
opulent features sitting proud on a
Crema Marfil Marble vanity benchtop
at the entry to the space. Gold-plated
taps add to the luxurious material
palette.
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Balance is a key factor in designing a great
bathroom but achieving this can be tricky when
a strong cultural accent is part of the mix. Here,
vibrant feature elements are balanced by cool
marble wall tiles and the warmth of wood.
The owners’ brief to TIDA award-winning
designer Davinia Sutton for this master ensuite
in a contemporary architectural home was for a
bold design that would sit centre stage in their
master wing. It needed to offer a wow factor
and pay homage to their Indian culture and
background, in a modern context.
“As the ensuite was to integrate seamlessly
into the modern architecture and the overall feel
of the master wing – a private zone in which to
linger and restore – it was imperative that the
design was clean lined,” says Sutton. “At the
same time the ensuite had to feature attractive
fittings and fixtures and incorporate reference to
a culture that celebrates boldness and colour.”
While the overall result is both restrained
and modern, there are elements of boldness and
vibrancy seen throughout.
The practical layout includes a double walk-
in shower space at one end of the footprint. This
is fitted with a slide and rainshower head as well