Bathrooms: natural serenity

The freestanding Gout bathtub by Inbani is made from SolidSurface, which is a technologically-advanced natural mineral compound with pure polyester and acrylic polymers added to make it an inert, hypoallergenic and non-toxic material that is 100 per cent recyclable. It has a beautiful velvety, natural stone-like feel (www.inbani.com).

INSPIRING BATHROOMS

Previously, bathrooms were often seen as utilitarian spaces with very little thought given to design flair and innovation, but all of this has now changed. It is surprising how much a home can be judged by its bathroom. Simply adding some contemporary touches can sometimes make a huge difference, so updating your bathroom doesn’t always mean a huge investment in remodelling. Modernising your faucets, showerhead or washbasin can be all it takes to give the space a more elevated look. Keeping surfaces clear with good cabinetry helps to create an orderly look, allowing you to hide away unsightly bottles and self-grooming paraphernalia. Adding baskets to store towels is a great way to organise the room and, if the bathroom is quite small in size, floating shelves are always an excellent option – freeing up valuable floor space. Tiles can play a key role in the overall aesthetic of a bathroom, and this market has exploded in recent years. So it is worth doing your homework when choosing tiles, as it can be quite a minefield.

Modulnova’s Block suspended washbasin is shown here in gres sedna. A backlit, floor-to-ceiling mirror highlights the refined texture of the matching wall panel. The open-top Alu box modular system is suspended on contrasting smoked grey oak wall panels and provides easily accessed, concealed storage. Modulnova is situated in Avda. de Salamanca 12 in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.modulnovamarbella.com).

This iconic collaboration between Kartell and Laufen brought striking contemporary design to the bathroom, offering clean lines and a playful colour palette. The shelving and mirror come in an array of exciting colours, standing out against the pure white ceramic (www.laufen.com).

The Econic compact furniture collection from Royo’s Emblematic range was created for their 50th anniversary. Shown here in the Forest Green colour palette, it was inspired by the shapes of nature. The drawers, lined with fumé leather in the interior, have a water-based lacquer finish and offer the option of an integrated or countertop washbasin. Royo is available from Guadalmansa in Cancelada (Km. 164) and Elite in Polígono Industrial Estepona (www.guadalmansa.es).

The Venti20 collection by Gessi has a distinctive retro look inspired by the iconic style of the twenties. The collection is celebratory yet simplistic in design. Gessi is available from Lijomi situated in Marbella Club (www.lijomi.eu).

Mono cabinetry by Ballingslöv, shown here in dark grey, has simple clean lines that offer a contemporary look. The large moon-like mirror has a slimline frame that keeps it in line with the overall minimalist aesthetic. Ballingslöv is situated in CC Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.ballingslov-marbella.se).

Calacatta Estremoz marble from Mercado da Pedra is highlighted by a smooth and timeless sophistication, with softly-coloured veins that offer a warm and serene ambience. The authenticity of marble gives it its unique charm, and its highly-durable qualities ensure many years of enjoyment. Available from Mercado da Pedra situated in Avenida de Salamanca in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.mercadodapedra.com).

The Carpet collection of porcelain tiles from Aparici was inspired by vintage, artisanal rugs. Comprising a series of random, overlayed patterns these elegant tiles are available in various formats and a choice of two colourways with subtle gold detailing. Aparici is available from Guadalmansa in Cancelada (Km. 164) and Elite in Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.guadalmansa.es).