2025 Trends International Design Awards … Highly Commended, NZ Bathroom
Originally two separate spaces, the bathroom and WC were reimagined as one beautifully considered sanctuary. Removing the dividing wall allowed for a more generous layout, while cleverly concealed linen storage, accessed from the hallway, maximised functionality without compromising the design.
Warm walnut cabinetry, Murales Ice slab and herringbone tiles, softly aged brass finishes and gently curved forms bring warmth and character to the space. A custom tiled vanity, integrated lighting and carefully considered details create a bathroom that feels both luxurious and effortless to use.
Above the sculptural bath, a commissioned bronze spiral by New Zealand artist Virginia King provides a striking focal point, while a Monmouth glass pendant adds warmth and atmosphere. A playful collaboration with artist Kurt Ensor introduces an unexpected touch of humour.
The result is a timeless, deeply personal bathroom that balances practical everyday living with beautiful, bespoke design.
A beautifully considered bathroom combining Murales Ice tiles, aged brass fittings, a sculptural freestanding bath and commissioned Virginia King bronze artwork.
Tessuti accessories add a delicate finishing touch against the Murales Ice herringbone tiles.
The freestanding bath, glass-enclosed shower and commissioned bronze sculpture create a beautifully balanced space.
A handcrafted Monmouth glass pendant casts a warm glow over the bath and softly detailed tiled niche.
A wider perspective reveals the carefully considered relationship between the bath, shower and warm brass detailing.
Bespoke timber panelling conceals a linen cupboard in the hallway, where the original WC entrance once stood.
The concealed linen cupboard opens to reveal generous shelving for towels and bathroom essentials.
A decorative Kobé Paris candle adds a personal detail against the Murales Ice herringbone tiles.
A vertical Progetto heated towel rail, Missoni towel and textured warm white fresco door complete this carefully detailed space.
A custom curved walnut vanity with a Murales Ice tiled top, aged brass edging, sculptural basin and Progetto tapware.
A backlit shower niche in Murales Ice herringbone tiles provides practical storage, complemented by Aesop and Missoni accessories.
Bespoke hallway cabinetry opens to reveal concealed linen storage, cleverly incorporated into the redesigned floor plan.
A bespoke Murales Ice tiled vanity top with aged brass edging, sculptural basin, Progetto tapware and Aesop accessories.
A softly illuminated bath niche, Monmouth pendant and Virginia King sculpture create a beautiful composition beyond the doorway.
A ghosted spray-painted artwork by Kurt Ensor, creator of Remuera Gun Club, introduces an unexpected touch of humour.
The aged brass shower fittings, herringbone tiled niche and integrated lighting combine practicality with beautiful detailing.
Generous concealed storage sits behind custom timber panelling, making full use of the adjoining hallway.
2025 Trends International Design Awards … Highly Commended, New Zealand Designer Bathroom.
Before: The original separate WC and bathroom were combined into one generous space, with concealed linen storage incorporated into the adjoining hallway.