Bathe In Glory Create a soaking experience to savour.

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1960s French travertine console (used as vanity), $19,360, Tamsin Johnson. C.1900 English turners chair, $1250, The Vault Sydney. Rhodia Tulip belly basket, $59, Inartisan. ON VANITY From left Turkish marble basin, $1530, Orient House. Perrin & Rowe ‘Athenian’ tap set, $1294, The English Tapware Company. Aura Home Waffle cotton hand towel, $24.95, Casa by Studio Kate. Decor Walther ‘Century’ soap dispenser in Gold Matt, $325, Becker Minty. Pre-Columbian terracotta bowl and vase, POA, The Vault Sydney. White Delphinium from Mandalay Flowers. ON WALL From left Plantation shutter, from $112, Tuiss Blinds Online. Thomas O’Brien ‘Edie’ bronze wall light, $825, Bloomingdales Lighting. 1950s Italian wall mirror, $3080, Tamsin Johnson. Rabbit Line Drawing No.2 artwork by Nick Bryan-Brown, $685 (framed), Casa by Studio Kate. Wall painted Stone Paint Coarse in Rubble, $131/4L, Porter’s Paints. For similar chevron flooring, try Royal Oak Floors.

SOAK UP THESE IDEAS FOR DREAMY BATHROOM SUITES

Decorating

Bathe IN GLORY

Statement fittings, complemented by elegant accessories, set the scene for the ultimate spa-at-home sanctuary.

STYLING Kate Nixon | PHOTOGRAPHY Kristina Soljo

OPEN SEASON Freestanding elements create a luxe impression. If necessary, borrow space for the bath by opting for a walk-in shower.

ABOVE Clockwise from top left Fontia sandstone soap dispenser, $29.95, Freedom. Rei Blanc glass mosaic tiles in Slate (light grey), $38.50/318x322mm sheet, Skheme. New Slate recycled-glass mosaic tiles, POA, Onsite Supply+Design. Decor Walther gold-plated toothbrush, $27.50, Becker Minty. Handmade glazed brick, POA, Onsite Supply+Design. Santa Maria Novella ‘Iris’ toothpaste, $27, Casa by Studio Kate. Oxford Lever shower set in PVD Brass (includes lever taps), $429, Early Settler. Joseph Giles ‘Jesse II’ leather drawer pull, $190, Frank Allart ‘Domed’ brass drawer knob, $149.40, and ‘Crown’ brass cupboard knob, $270, all The English Tapware Company. Flared ceramic dish, $99, Casa by Studio Kate. Ogee tile, POA, Onsite Supply+Design. Santa Maria Novella ‘Melograno’ soap, $25, Casa by Studio Kate. Huba wooden canister, $19, Inartisan. Gareth Ashton brass toilet roll holder, $100, Abey. Mariner’s Cleat drawer pull, $38, The Society Inc. Chevron tiles in Khaki/Natural, $236.40/m², Skheme. Hanging ficus from Mandalay Flowers. Malina terracotta tiles, POA, Gather Co. Tiling by Mustafa Tiler. LEFT From left Vessel entwined #2 artwork by Jo Young, $2500, Wagner Contemporary. Antique Chinese screen, $1625, Orient House. Tondo freestanding bath spout, $1015, and Elli II freestanding bath, $1745, both Parisi. Morgan & Finch bamboo bath caddy, $49.95, Bed Bath N’Table. Antique Indonesian dingklik bench, $480, Orient House. Devon cotton hand towel, $12.95, Bed Bath N’Table. Soap and flared dish, as before. Swedish ivy from Mandalay Flowers. Vino accent table, $2620, Casa by Studio Kate. Metalframed double doors (used as room divider), POA, Casa by Studio Kate. Tondo shower arm, $190, and showerhead, $390, Envy II wall mixers, $435 each, and Tondo hand shower, $240, all Parisi. Antique Laotian rain drum, $850, Orient House. Wall painted Stone Paint Coarse in Rubble, $131/4L, Porter’s Paints. Terracotta tiles as before. >

IN THE ZONES Use contrasting colours to delineate areas for different uses. Keep them connected with matching hardware or a unifying shape.

ABOVE Clockwise from top left Clam dish, $165, Casa by Studio Kate. Joseph Thurloe cabinet handle, $280, The English Tapware Company. Fleet cane-wrapped drawer pull, $48, The Society Inc. Mantidy cotton and leather wash bag and manicure set, $425, Becker Minty. Armac Martin ‘Aberdovey’ cup pull in Antique Silver, $103, and Frank Allart ‘Fifth Avenue’ door lever in Rosette, $507.60/pair, both The English Tapware Company. Talma ceramic stash container, $75, Casa by Studio Kate. Nostalgia shower/wall mixer in Black, $658.50, Phoenix Tapware. Whale sculpture by Keiko Matsui, $59, and Santa Maria Novella ‘Olio d’Oliva’ soap, $33, both Casa by Studio Kate. Gloss brass robe hook, $62.50, Phoenix Tapware. Soap, as before. Plat-Eau Pietra d’Avola limestone, bamboo and brass soap dish, $770/3-piece caddy set, Boffi Studio Sydney. Maple leaves, Mandalay Flowers. Zellij brick tiles in Musk Gloss (60x240mm), $120.90/m², Skheme (background). OPPOSITE, IN SHOWER Perrin & Rowe ‘Example 2C’ shower set, $1984 (includes lever tap), The English Tapware Company. Zellij brick tiles in Musk Gloss (60x240mm), $120.90/m², Skheme. Rattan stool, $340, Orient House. IN TOILET ZONE From top Wall painted Stone Paint Coarse in Rubble, $131/4L, Porter’s Paints. C. 1900 Repousse mirror, $650, The Vault Sydney. Keepsake chain, $142, The Society Inc. Vanilla lampshade, $140, Orient House. Pre-Columbian terracotta vessels, POA, The Vault Sydney. Tondo push panel in Brushed Brass PVD, $220.45, and Linfa rimless toilet, $775, both Parisi. Tulum toilet roll holder, $63, Casa by Studio Kate. Tyabb basket, $49.95, Provincial Home Living. Chios brushed-limestone tiles, $169/m², Teranova. Tiling by Mustafa Tiler. >

ABOVE X stool with velvet upholstery, $950, The Vault Sydney. ON STOOL Scoop tile in Pale Putty (20x145mm), $142.90/m², Zellij tile in Mint Gloss (100x100mm), $142.90/m², and Casablanca tile in Honey Gloss (132x132mm), $106.60/m², all Skheme. Pop-up bath waste in Brushed Brass PVD, $98, Parisi. Indian marble bowl, $160, Orient House. ON FLOOR From left Stone concave tile in Laurel (320x900mm), $328.90/piece, Skheme. Eucalyptus ‘Baby Blue’ foliage from Mandalay Flowers in Asmara stone tumbler, $29, Inartisan. Z tile, POA, and Diamond tile, POA, both Onsite Supply+Design. Elvire Progressive bath/shower mixer with diverter, $798, Caroma. 1970s Italian dish, $175, Becker Minty. Cairo Carrara and Peacock marble mosaic tiles, $329/m², Teranova. OPPOSITE Antique Chinese table (used as vanity), $2730, Orient House. ON VANITY From left Zinc baluster lamps, $1920/pair, The Vault Sydney. Mini horse sculpture by Athena Jahantigh, $325, Becker Minty. ON WALL Mirror with distressed glass, $1400, Casa by Studio Kate. Grasscloth wallpaper in Aura, $480/10m roll, Porter’s Paints. Cementi wall tiles in Sage, $210/m², Di Lorenzo Tiles. Perrin & Rowe ‘Contemporary’ basin set, $956, The English Tapware Company. Tiling by Mustafa Tiler. All other items as before. >

Antique Chinese cabinet, $2730, Orient House. Ouse River at Winchester painting by Stephen Lees, $4000, Wagner Contemporary. Aura Home Waffle cotton hand towel, $24.95, Casa by Studio Kate. 1940s French work chair, $3080, Tamsin Johnson. IN CABINET, TOP SHELF From left Devon cotton hand towel in Pumice, $12.95, and bath towel, $29.95, Bed Bath N’Table. Santa Maria Novella alcohol-free aftershave emulsion (left), $99, and body milk, $132, both Casa by Studio Kate. Nevya onyx canister, $49, Inartisan. BOTTOM SHELF Bird vase by Pip Woods, $490, Casa by Studio Kate. Kala onyx bowl, $69, Inartisan. Wall painted Stone Paint Coarse in Mineral, $131/4L, Porter’s Paints. >

PERSONALITY PLUS Repurpose furniture and unusual accessories into statement fittings. Ensure all the elements are well sealed and waterproofed to make them last.

Cartenza bamboo console (used as vanity), $1295, Coco Republic. 1950s French rattan mermaid chair, $6160, Tamsin Johnson. Karl oak towel rail, $299.95, Provincial Home Living. ON VANITY From left Peperomia in acid-finished footed bowl, $95, Mandalay Flowers. Antique Gilded Arrows table lamp, $980, The Vault Sydney. Vintage Indian stone pot, $240, Orient House. Perrin & Rowe ‘Deco Collection’ single-lever basin mixer, $1294, and Armac Martin ‘Arbar’ appliance pull (used as towel rail), $411, both The English Tapware Company. Aura Home ‘Paros’ cotton hand towel, $24.95, Sydney Design Agency. ON WALL Petite gilt mirror, $45, The Vault Sydney. Shield wall hook, $30, The Society Inc. Casa handmade tiles in Agate (100x100mm), POA, Onsite Supply+Design. Wall painted Stone Paint Coarse in Mineral, $131/4L, Porter’s Paints. For Where to Buy, see page 190. #

Rest easy with the ultimate in Australian-made and designed furniture and mattresses in your home. From mattresses to pillows crafted using quality materials, you’re guaranteed year-round support and comfort.

EVERY SEALY mattress is handcrafted right here in Australia using the fi nest materials and latest innovation. The Sealy Posturepedic® mattress comes with a 10 year guarantee.

ABOVE Sealy Posturepedic® Exquisite™ Hammond Medium Queen Mattress $2699; Harrison Queen Bed (featured in ‘Natural’ stain) $1799; Luxe 2-Drawer Bedside Table $499; Sealy Memory Rest Traditional Pillow $279ea; Loxton Cushion $59.95, European Pillowcase $69.95ea and Runner $199.95 in Navy.

FIVE STAR LUXURY The Beautyrest Black® is more than just a bed – it’s an escape. Made right here in Australia, Beautyrest Black® mattresses are a combination of quality, durability and state-of-the-art technology. They bring together a harmonious balance of divine comfort and temperature-balancing properties with decadent support and a luscious feel. Topped with a Silk Aircool™ Quilt for improved mattress airfl ow and breathability, a more consistent night’s sleep is yours for the taking. While Kulkote Carbon helps to maintain ideal sleeping temperature, plush Dreamfoam adds a luxurious sense of comfort, extra support and a silky feel, and a Triple Helix Micro Pocket Coil system delivers optimal support, better durability and greatly minimised partner disturbance. The Beautyrest Black® mattress comes with a 10 year warranty.

ABOVE Beautyrest Black® Medici Plush Queen Ensemble $4499; Beautyrest Black® Memory Foam Standard Pillow $349ea; Rialto 1-Drawer Bedside Table in Oak $449; Urchin Pendant Light 50cm $475.

ON A SLEEPMAKER® MATTRESS, you can sleep soundly in the knowledge that you are helping support local businesses for years to come – just as surely as they are supporting your perfect night’s sleep. As one of the few mattress-makers in Australia to manufacture their own springs and foam right here at home, they’ve remained passionate over the decades about taking the fi nest materials our country has to off er, and turning them into the best night’s sleep for all Australians. Available from single to super king, the SleepMaker® Arizona Deluxe boasts Natural Silk Fibres and an Ultra Fresh treatment for breathability and hypoallergenic protection, perfect for those with asthma or allergies. Graphene and Fusion Gel combined with Climatex® Quilt and Memory Foam also deliver sumptuous cushioning for superior balance and pressure relief. The SleepMaker® mattress comes with a 10 year warranty.

ABOVE SleepMaker® Arizona Deluxe Firm Queen Mattress $2299; Emmett Queen Bed $1499; Beautyrest Celsius Gel Infused Pillow – Classic Mid $249ea; L’Avenue Summer Cushion $29.95 and Throw $49.95 in Rust; Chicago 1-Drawer Bedside Table in White $649ea; Portsea 701 Medium Rug (160cm x 230cm) in Buff $529; Baloo Pendant 46cm $435.

HAND-MADE TO ORDER A fi fthgeneration family business, A.H. Beard has been in Australian bedrooms for more than 121 years. With local manufacturing and premium design at their core, the A.H. Beard brand has been keeping the art of mattress-making alive in Australia. When you choose an A.H. Beard mattress, not only are you investing in a good night’s sleep but you’re also supporting their 400-strong team of employees across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Hobart. Available in a range of sizes, the King Koil Bellagio II Firm Ensemble pictured here off ers luxurious Natural Fibre blend quilting featuring Cashmere, to help naturally regulate temperature. Gel-Infused Latex, Memory Foam and Micro-Comfort coils provide pressure relieving comfort, while King Koil’s Refl ex Platinum support system responds to each person’s unique size and shape to deliver the individual level of support they need. The King Koil mattress comes with a 10 year guarantee.

BELOW King Koil Platinum Posture Bellagio II Firm Queen Ensemble $3699; Pure Linen Queen Quilt Cover Set in Olive $199; Pure Linen Pair of European Pillow Cases in Linen $59.95; Savannah Cushion $29ea; Boho 2-Drawer Bedside Table $499ea; Dakota Natural Ceramic Lamp $129ea, Java Large Rug (180cm x 270cm) in Natural $449.

*Accessories are not made in Australia.

JUST PERFECT The luxurious Body Balance Memory Foam mattress is designed to provide the perfect balance between comfort and support, as well as excellent pressure relief. The premium-quality Body Balance Memory Foam cradles the curves of your body while evenly distributing bodyweight for a more comfortable sleep. Individual contouring results in minimal partner disturbance and a more restful sleep through the night. On the outside, the Cool-To-Touch fabric provides an instant cooling eff ect on the skin to assist in falling asleep more quickly. The Body Balance mattress also features adaptive temperature-regulating technology, which helps keep you cool and dry for optimal sleeping comfort. Body Balance is proudly designed and made in Australia by A.H. Beard. The Body Balance mattress comes with a 15 year warranty.

BELOW Body Balance Lotus 30cm Plush Queen Mattress $3899; Designer Series Memory Foam Medium Pillow $149ea; Westbury Queen quilt cover set $169; L’Avenue Summer Cushion in Charcoal $29.95ea; Adamson Queen Bed (featured in ‘Aged Smoke’ stain) $2399; Adamson Bedside Table $1199ea; Visconti Large Rug (200cm x 285cm) in Camel $849.

*Accessories are not made in Australia.