Vanities & Accessories

No, not a dreamed of spacewalk – here, a wall-hung vanity optimises this bathroom's sense of space by allowing the eye to take in the entire floor area 

This bathroom is designed to be as child friendly as possible – right down to the specification of vertical towel rails which make hanging up your towel quicker and easier 

A double vanity on the other side of this bathroom is matched by this more understated version opposite – the pared back version is a dedicated make-up table 

Urban Match finger tiles in White are a feature of this bathroom as are the three sculptural towel rails that echo the vertical lines of the pale-toned wall finish

Minimalist metal towel rails are in keeping with the burnished, metal-look wall tiles and copper Hansa tapware in this metallic themed bathroom

The owners' love of crystals inspired the bathroom designer's choice of a Michael Angelo Granite quartz vanity benchtop, from Universal Granite

Fibonacci Stone in Platinum provides the stone benchtop accompaniment to the rich-toned American Oak cabinet beneath for this tactile bathroom vanity

A vanity in Prime Oak Wood Matt laminate, by Polytec, has a material echo in the curved feature surround wall in the same finish that in turn accentuates the tub 

The owner wanted a bathroom design to soften the solid angular design of the house – and the custom vanity, with its curved leg elements, responded

Boasting custom-designed Laminex walnut cabinetry, this centrepiece vanity is based on Mid-century modern features with subtle curved edges

Cantilevering the vanity also adds to this bathroom's sense of space – quite simply because you can see more floor area

This timber vanity is substantial and masculine while gun metal vessel basins/tapware contrast and complement the feature tiles behind

These wall-hung vanity mirrors do more than shock you with your early morning face – evoking a sense of glamour and space are other plusses

A Melteca Planked Urban Oak vanity, with Woodgrain finish, might sounds a solid proposition, but a cantilever design and hidden lighting say different

The casual guest is spoilt for choice when checking their face in this art-infused powder room complete with in-keeping curvaceous wall mirrors

Here, a warm-toned and rounded vanity, in Laminex Danish Walnut, makes for a low-upkeep, natural vibe feature

Individuality is to be celebrated in life – for this bathroom vanity, a veined benchtop is matched with eye-catching corrugated cabinetry 

A Brighton Groove fluted bath accompanies a custom designed American oak vanity in this light-filled, visually arresting bathroom

This contemporary, clean-lined vanity is enhanced by a back lit mirror, an Elysian Mixer, from ABI Interiors, and a Projections 40 Basin, from Plumbline

Okay, so your morning face isn't your favourite face, but this vanity mirror might make you feel more like a king or queen – a sun king or queen, that is 

Designer: The Tribeca tiles by Tile Depot were the perfect backdrop – in keeping with the earthy colour palette while also adding a touch of glam

A rounded theme in this bathroom continues under the vanities, which are delicately supported by the surprising choice of curved, copper-pipe legs

A cantilevered Blackbutt timber Jones & Jones Vanity is backdropped by feature Artedomus tilework for this contemporary bathroom 

This custom wall hung vanity has a marble benchtop and concrete Halo tabletop basin – cantilevering the vanity adds to the room's sense of space

As well as reflecting your morning face and connecting with the round, table-top basin, this wall mirror bounces light through the room

... is not gold, writes Shakespeare – in this vibrant master ensuite, gleaming taps and towel rail in brushed brass achieve a gold star impact

With this bathroom's attention-grabbing 'Infinite Hat' mirror/chandelier piece to take in, you could be forgiven for missing that tiny spot behind your ear

This sumptuous stone vanity with double basins carved out is more than a match for its opulent, once-was-a-kitchen-now-bathroom setting

A Forma Opaco vanity with crenulated finish makes waves in this bathroom – when creating a white bathroom, it's crucial to think about texture

This deep bronze-finished master ensuite vanity connects with Buddy aged brass taps, from Plumbline, and a metallic wallpaper behind

This feature vanity benchtop has got it going on – Bengal Black granite, flamed and brushed, with rock edging smoothed off

Symmetry plays its part in this master ensuite with the in-bench basins echoing the crisp, regimented lines of the two mirrors above

A cantilevered vanity leaves the floor under it on show while a glass shower stall similarly shows more of the room – both moves making the bathroom look bigger

This vanity's striking black timber veneer connects with the dark vein of the Venatino Statuario Quartz benchtop and black accessory details

Sculptural tap meets sculptural basin, all backdropped by sculptural mirror – this highly contemporary bathroom presents more like an art gallery

Brushed steel towel rails work well with the almost semi-industrial palette in this 'something-a-bit-different' contemporary bathroom

This eye-catching suspended vanity unit with double sink features bronzed glass doors and glossy lacquered finishes, creating subtle reflections

Carrara fishtail mosaic wall tiles and brushed brass accessories create an exotic vibe here – catering to adults now and children in the future

Cantilevering your vanity adds to the sense of space in your bathroom as the eye travels across a clear floor beneath – big mirrors help, too

This vanity top is in Cosentino's Dekton Liquid Shell – an ultra compact material composed of raw materials, porcelain, and glass (that also looks a lot like stone)

A vanity is comprised of separate cantilevered elements to sculptural effect – the design incorporates enclosed storage and open shelves

This suspended vanity unit with double sink features bronzed glass doors and glossy lacquered finishes, creating subtle reflections

Large oval mirrors with raised timber grain surrounds hinge open to reveal extra deep storage – at the same time adding to the sculptural appeal of the seaside bathroom.

On a space-saving mission, the bathroom designer's innovative solution was to have the basin and mirror cabinet in front of the shuttered window 

This double vanity in Melteca Melamine in Warm White is given a corrugated treatment for textural design interest – floating the vanity adds to its sculptural appeal

What happens when you have a vanity mirror directly opposite an other mirror on the opposite wall? Well this happens and a sense of light and spaciousness results

Want to know exactly what time that spot appeared? This mirror comes with both magnifying mirror and digital time read out included

Gleaming stainless steel towel bars stand out against a matt, low-maintenance SpaPanel product on the walls in this bathroom makeover

As well as sharing your morning face with you, this his and hers vanity with corresponding wall mirrors celebrates a crisp symmetrical appeal

Besides its stunning shower tiles, this bathroom features the 'handy' idea of recessed lighting in the cantilevered vanity's niche handles

The ask was to fit an ensuite into a small space – the answer was to have this standing wash basin in front of the window with shutters bringing privacy

 A long vanity area helped create a feeling of intimacy in this relatively large space – a ripple effect finish on vanity, shelving and wall cabinet adds design interest

Mirror on the wall, what makes a space even bigger than before? In this bathroom, the giant vanity mirror achieves just such a magic trick

Marble vanity tops find harmony with the veined tiles on floor and walls in this bathroom while the grained cabinetry offers a contrasting yet complementary finish

In a home that's all about context, the master bathroom's sumptuous veined stone vanity provides a design cue for the matching veined stone flooring  

This bathroom with double vanity exudes a masculine vibe and is easy to clean – apt features for its users, two nearly grown boys

Wood and white are longstanding design partners in crime – stealing the show again here, after climbing over the roof and in a window!

The linear sculptural vanity is a match for the tub in this bathroom – and, but for the reflective glazing, the neighbours would no doubt agree

This bathroom has its design going on with a leathered granite benchtop, bling tapware and Japanese Inax Yohan finger tiles in White

Positioning, style, backlit, magnified – bathroom mirrors come in all shapes and forms. Which design is suited to you?

Peach-toned basins and matching Courtney Recessed Mirrors in Blush Pink add pops of colour to this otherwise pale-toned master ensuite 

No, not a school science book title, but rather the two simple yet spectacular advantages of introducing a giant mirror into your bathroom space

Light creeps in around the edges of this atmospheric ground floor powder room, highlighting the textural plaster wall finishes

Recessed wall storage unit and vanity mirror are cut from the same mould in this light-filled and refined bathroom

Not only is this vanity mirror backlit to effect, it also includes a circular lit magnifying mirror and a clock so you know if it's still okay to have your morning face

Whether you're looking for a bathroom hero or simply a place to quickly pull that sleep face into shape – here are some great vanity ideas

Curving vanity unit meets soft cornered mirror – and there's a skylight of similar profile overhead – in this tranquil, light-filled master suite

A solid-look vanity helps anchor this reinvented bathroom which in many ways is all about lightness, space and out-of-shot greenery

Nature itself provided the patterning for this vanity made from a native hardwood, part of a home that celebrates the qualities of local wood 

With a treated top surface, this vanity began life as a kitchen butchers block table – part of a wider eclectic meets rustic bathroom design

In a bathroom already full of feature surfaces and forms, this marble vanity top adds a luxurious high note – the vibe is elegant and natural

The owner wanted an ensuite with classic and modern-day elements and tile choices already have this covered – classic subway tiles meet Green Kit Kat Mosaic Sheets 

Want window views and a make-up mirror for your vanity? This vanity achieves both thanks to a sliding mirror complete with built-in led strips

This vanity is floor mounted, with above counter basin and strip lighting to top of cylinder base – the latter doubling as accent lighting and a night light

The dark textured joinery material and brushed brass handles on this moody custom vanity ties with similar features in the nearby kitchen

This master ensuite is cool in black, white and grey. Even the accessories – towel rails included – play a part in the monochromatic composition

The use of dark textured joinery material and sleek shiney brushed brass handles on this ensuite vanity is in keeping with features in the nearby kitchen

Nothing is more practical than washing your hands, checking your hair or cleaning your teeth – however, these vanities soar beyond the pragmatic, playing the hero in their bathroom designs

The warmth of the ply on this custom vanity gives light and interest to the scheme while cantilevering the unit adds to the sense of space

Capacious above vanity storage comes in the form of an inset wall cabinet with sliding mirror door fronts – the black wood framing matches the vanity cabinetry below

Bathroom mirrors aren't just a practical face- or body-checking utility, nor just a bringer of space and light – they are also a great decor feature 

Floating the vanity in this contemporary master bathroom adds to the room's sense of spaciousness – wood graining meets marble-look veining

A sculptural solid surface sink/vanity by Progetto is accompanied by brass tapware and a Limestone Pannonia Blue splashback to elegant effect

Furniture-like vanities and even the oval mirror seen in symmetrical reflection give this finely finished bathroom a living room vibe

For this bathroom, the owners wanted a faded Moroccan bathhouse appeal – brass accessories and tapware contributed to the exotic feel

This sculptural vanity is cantilevered off the wall – structural steel embedded within the timber top makes the gravity-defying feat possible

Okay, not George Clooney in hit movie Gravity, but rather a cantilevered vanity that makes the bathroom look larger by maximising visible floor space

Want uncluttered walls and floors? These custom suspended towel rails may be the answer – funky and functional, they're always to hand

Marine plywood is the strong if surprising material of choice for this bold vanity – part of a wider semi-industrial aesthetic in the home

Or another word would be timeless – a clean-lined marble vanity in a new apartment within an ornate 1890s civic building echos the past and celebrates modern design too

Well of course they can – the panelling on these vanity drawers relates a traditional tale – to be continued or contrasted in the wider design

Accessories matter – these oval mirrors add a soft touch to the bathroom and allow the feature tiles behind to still have maximum exposure

Well, they can. Pared-back panelled vanity drawers and wall cabinet doors in this serene master ensuite tell a tale of a traditional design focus that won't date

Not tall cabinet handles but rather vertical heated towel rails – one of many modern touches in this two-tone master bathroom

This open steel-framed vanity is all about storage and display – part of a glass-walled ensuite that in turn is visually open to the bedroom

Oak cabinet, marble vanity top and brass detailing – the material palette for this bathroom is simple but illustrious

Fancy a far off feel?  The wall-hung vanity in this ensuite is a pleasing composition of rectangular elements, matched with an exotic wallpaper.

Elementi's striking BARE Coloured Concrete range features an array of new products, finishes & ideas suited to every bathroom style – new brochure out now from Robertson Bathware

For this vanity, a classic American white oak finish meets a composite stone benchtop, with moulded sinks. The mirror fronts a wall cabinet

Want to apply makeup or titivate but there’s no room on the vanity proper and the dressing area is too dark? One solution is a dedicated makeup station, as in this rural bathroom by designers Yellowfox

For future easy access in this bathroom, all the storage is behind the mirror cabinet fronts and open shelving rather than under-bench 

Want to up your design game without a second mortgage? Small touches really can make a big difference. This floating vanity has polished brass handles for a sophisticated feel

Twin walnut vanities are matched with full height custom storage added to the adjacent toilet room in this ensuite, drawing the spaces together 

Storage can be elegant. Every inch of space is efficiently addressed in this individualistic vanity with the inclusion of elegant, rounded corner cabinets

Cool colour tones in this powder room, but the overall feeling is still warm and soft thanks to the feature tactile metallic floral wallpaper 

Ostrich hide, in vinyl, flanks the side walls of this double vanity and is also featured on the cabinetry insets here and in the dressing room directly behind. The vanity’s Staron surfaces are illuminated from within, creating a flattering light

The cantilevered vanity and transparent glass shower stall both bring the illusion of greater space to this EJ Building-designed bathroom

Marble look, large-format tiled surfaces and gold and chrome tapware are just two elements that give this ensuite a luxurious ambience.

Romance and nostalgia are in the air for this master suite rethink, with everything from a wall of antique mirrors in the bathroom to flowing drapes in the bedroom. Custom cabinetry makes sure there's room for everything

With ‘found’ solid wood furniture pieces and tiles that seem to peel back layers of history, this bathroom achieves a charming, French rustic aesthetic

Light and privacy – the two age-old bathroom features that seem to always be at odds are resolved in several ways in this bathroom design

Designed as a children's bathroom, this crisp, highly contemporary design is imbued with a delightful, sculptural feel 

In keeping with its 1920s heritage home and offering a sense of luxury and retreat, this ensuite has a classic appeal which includes setting key elements on plinths

Brass highlights play an important part in this master bathroom's industrial yet refined aesthetic which is in keeping with the wider master suite design and the house itself 

Clean-lined and contemporary, this custom steel-framed vanity is all about storage and display. It forms part of a glass-walled hotel ensuite that’s also visually open to the adjacent bedroom, as seen in reflection here

The underlit vanity in this ensuite continues the ‘folding’ motif found in the wider home. Made in the same batten finish as the bedroom wall, the door to the ensuite disappears from sight when closed

The materials used in this powder room make it feel bulletproof. Discover how a moody material palette and thoughtful lighting design has taken this small space to the next level

A stone vanity has a heavy presence? Not necessarily. Floating this engineered stone vanity gives it a lighter presence and adds to the bathroom's overall sense of space

Smooth character – for this bathroom, by Arc Seven 1, smooth plaster walls work well with a polished concrete benchtop and polished concrete floors

The bathroom in this home is a great example of how a project’s biggest design challenge can end up being the stand out feature. Discover how it masterfully overcame its narrow 1.4m x 8m space

Design Haus: "Working to a budget, a heated towel ladder in a brushed brass finish (to match tapware) was out of the question. In its place, a black ladder perfectly ties in and complements the dark slate-look tiles."

This cantilevered vanity with marble countertop is under-lit for visual impact, while the mirror wall cabinetry is also accentuated by back-lighting. The atmospheric lighting also doubles as subtle night lighting

Rich wood and recessed handles, together with marble surfaces add a subtle Asian influence to this master bathroom in a renovated penthouse apartment

The cantilevered, wood and white vanity and accompanying round mirror (sometimes backlit) are just one focal point in this bathroom. Black accessories provide contrast

Sure, this wood vanity is the picture of modernity with its slender benchtop and clean lines. But in terms of floor area, the cantilevered vanity quite simply doesn't take up any

Why have straight racks when angled ones attract more attention? This master ensuite reflects a high level of forethought including handy storage in just the right places

Taking a new direction with your bathroom?  Well don't forget your accessories – these vertical towel rails make a dramatic statement

When it comes to design impact, don't be shy. The wall-hung vanity in this bathroom is a pleasing composition of rectangular floating elements, backed by a dramatic jungle wallpaper and large-format black tiles

How does that thick marble vanity top stay suspended like that? It’s all down to structural steel supports hidden in the wall behind the vanity cabinets

Want an uplifting element in your new bathroom? Ceiling hung towel rails provide a quirky feature

Want shower shelving with a difference? The designer introduced a water-proofed ladder into this stall to add a casual, found quality to the space. 

Cantilevering the long vanity on this bathroom allows for maximum countertop space while still letting the eye see right to the edge of this bathroom, another way of creating a feeling of space.

Hand towel rings are usually attached to a side wall. But here they hang from the underside of the overhead cabinets, making them easily accessible from the two basin areas

Don’t be afraid to make a bold statement with your bathroom. This off-the-wall vanity, looking a little like a Nike swoosh, forms part of a black-tile bathroom by Celia Visser Design. The black floor sculpture doubles as a magazine rack.

Clean-lined yet luxurious, this spacious master suite achieves the look of Mid-century Modern translated into a more 21st century design language

With 2019 now in full swing, why not give your bathroom an update with new furniture?

This apartment bathroom fit-out is clean-lined and timeless, in keeping with the wider interior and the Modernist building it forms part of

Black elements contrast a feature stone wall and matching vanity sink in this bathroom – the dark veining providing an harmonious connection

This contemporary bathroom has it going on with soft green glass tones, a copper-look accent wall and sculptural, back-lit oval wall mirror

A gilded mirror above the custom lacquered, dresser-look vanity adds another touch of refinement to this upmarket bathroom

On one side, this coastal bathroom is completely open to the sounds and scents of the sea, while rustic limestone and irregular tilework bring a relaxed almost Mediterranean-feel

This sleek bathroom by LSA Architects feels bigger than it is and a long vanity plays a part in that. Find out other aspects of this 'super-size me' renovation story

For this bathroom and matching ensuite, antique penny rounds in the showers, artistic swirls on the Corian vanities and the choice of rose gold fixtures all combine to elegant, matching effect

Clean, bold lines with minimal detailing encourages the eye to see a design in more abstract terms, so balance is important. Designer Davinia Sutton achieves just that in this modern bathroom within an architectural home

Classic tapware and ornate mirrors and light fittings complete the look for this ensuite in a Georgian-style new home

This bathroom has both a masculine and feminine look. The colour palette is very masculine but is balanced with the more feminine curvaceous forms of the vanity, bath and fittings

A splash of natural colour is provided by the vanity basin in this master ensuite, part of a modern extension to a classic cottage