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New or renovated bathroom on the way? Our choice of basin types the look of our bathroom – and its functionality – here are five bathroom basin types to get you thinking about...

A Lusini, Solid Surface, freestanding tub in a matt white finish, from Highgrove Bathrooms, creates a sculpture corner in this bathroom as well as being the best place to soak

Summer is all about getting outside and soaking up the good vibes and sunshine – luckily home builder expert G.J. Gardner has you covered, as these showhomes with private, sheltered outdoor living areas attest

 A German-made AgeExplorer suit, offered at Blum showrooms, lets you simulate aging first hand – helping you choose kitchen and bathroom products that will work for you now and in the future

Bamboo is a great choice for a wide range of building-related solutions – specialists Plantation Bamboo outline some of the key reasons

A master ensuite has all the right touches thanks to interior design by Home Candy Interiors and some considered tile choices from The Tile Depot

It's a balancing act – a stand out powder room that, being near the front door, is also hidden away – a secret door and feature wall with mystique are just two high points

 This bathroom features an elevated freestanding bathtub with integrated lighting used to dramatic effect – lighting plays a key role in other areas, too

This award-winning home boasts exceptional window and door integration – Euroslider and Eurostacker door systems from Altus make for dramatic outlooks and seamless detailing

The reorientation of this new home from the existing house on the site brought a wealth of advantages, including allowing for full engagement with the northern sun and the achievement of much needed privacy

A basement bathroom with no opportunity for under-floor plumbing, limited available space and no windows – going lighter would have been an option, but here a more innovative approach was taken

Creating a way forward for crowded cities, this low-rise apartment development by Shay Cleary Architects avoids crowding out skies and views while retaining privacy at every turn