2023 TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Top bathrooms in the 2023 TIDA International Bathroom of the Year – ensuites, master suites and powder rooms
Winner:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Mary Maney, Crystal Kitchen+Bath – Minneapolis, USA
This master bathroom renovation has produced an elegant space, incorporating natural stone, an expanded vanity and a sculptural tub.
Using marble throughout the bathroom to add a feeling of luxury. This includes creating a rug pattern with a mosaic inlay for the expansive floor, centred on the free-standing tub and bay window.
The minimalistic style and fluid lines of the fixtures and fittings add a traditional, yet modern design to the vanity, tub and shower.
Judges' comments:
The execution of this warm and elegant traditionally themed bathroom is flawless.
The shapes and subtle mixes are tastefully done, and proportions were obviously well thought-out.
Winner:
TIDA International Powder Room of the Year
Di Henshall Interior Design – Queensland, Australia
The success of a powder room design lies in the element of surprise it creates for its user.
And for this powder room, the surprise starts at the point of entry.
The room is positioned off the main foyer, concealed behind a door clad in the same demi-round timber panelling featured down the length of the lobby and inner foyer.
Lighting also injects drama into the enclosed interior space, with backlighting for the extra large circular mirror, skirting strip lighting on the vanity wall and a distinctive blown glass pendant at the far end of the vanity.
Judges' comments:
Clever design integrates the entrance into the wall of a hallway, making it almost fully concealed.
Once inside, all the deaign elements work perfectly together to create a warm and inviting experience for guests.
Runner-up:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Natalie Du Bois, Du Bois Design – Auckland, New Zealand
The existing bathroom in this space was too light and sparse for the owners, who wanted a guest bathroom with a more intimate and moody atmosphere.
Key to the design was to create a flow through the different functional spaces, with the considered selection of materials and fixtures with soft gradual curves.
A moody and textural material palette was specified, including dark burnished metal-look porcelain tiles, and a lighter grey, rock salt porcelain tile which flows from the hallway into the bathroom and up the back wall.
Judges' comments:
This moody and sensual bathroom transcends any thematic styling.
Everywhere you look, there are carefully thought-out details which come together and are perfectly resolved .
Finalist:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Carmen Hansberry Design – Perth, Australia
Monochromatic textured tiles in this bathroom, create the foundation for a sophisticated ambience throughout the master suite.
Dark woodgrain cabinetry facings contrast with these large format tiles, while recessed LED lighting around the bathroom mirror and dressing mirror is both decorative and functional.
Additionally, recessed strip lighting in the bath plinth step helps establish a connection between the different areas within the ensuite.
The same cabinetry finish is used extensively in the walk-in robe, establishing a cohesive effect throughout the suite.
Judges' comments:
The minimalist theme is softened with subtle textural finishes and made impactful with its strong sculptural design.
The design stayed true to form all the way through; a classic.
Finalist:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Catherine de Meur Interiors – Sydney, Australia
The original, dated bathroom of this waterfront home was positioned awkwardly in the centre of the third storey space, interrupting flow and limiting functionality.
The designer needed to resolve how the space would best function not only as a bathroom, but as part of the larger multifunctional third floor.
Relocating the bathroom solved the layout problem, while other design solutions addressed the space’s limited natural light.
The new bathroom needed to feel classic, with contemporary touches like curves and brass accents, to make a unique, dramatic design statement.
Finalist:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Natalie Du Bois, Du Bois Design – Auckland, New Zealand
In this renovation project, the entire top floor of the property has been reconfigured to create a separate, private wing for the parents of two teenage children.
A family bathroom has been converted to the ensuite, and walls were moved to create the bedroom, complete with living area and large, galley-style walk-in wardrobe.
Key to the owner’s requests was a change from the original hard, masculine interior to a softer and lighter, contemporary look, but with some traditional elements.
Finalist:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Fowler Homes Waikato – New Zealand
This showhome consists of three pavilions spread across the site, with the first pavilion containing the master bedroom, luxurious tiled bathroom, walk-in robe and the garage.
To fit everything in, the design of the suite needed to overcome the restricted width available, due to the presence of the garage.
With its somewhat rural outlook, the suite was given a pop of bold colour to connect with its environment, and this comes in the form of the navy blue tiles along the bath and shower wall.
Finalist:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Giorgi – Perth, Australia
For this ensuite bathroom in a new home for design conscious owners, the requirement was to carry through the tone and feel of the main home while adding a touch of luxe.
The modern yet timeless aesthetic was established using a palette of earthy and natural materials.
The vanity wall screens off the toilet and the shower enclosures, accessed by openings at the side.
A freestanding bath tub with a sleek modern shape is positioned in front of a curved timber wall, creating a strong focal point in the room.
Judges' comments:
The perfectly proportioned vanity with its clever, puzzle-like intricacy of shapes made me smile. The design is masterfully simple but impactful.
Finalist:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Greenbuild Constructions – Nelson Bay, Australia
This master bedroom ensuite is bathed in an abundance of natural light, provided by the large skylight and louvre windows above the vanity, highlighting the bathroom's opulent ambience.
The curved bath is complemented by a curved stone wall behind it, and this built form is carefully balanced by the smaller curved wall opposite the bath, leading to the WC and shower area.
A custom recessed shaving cabinets, the oak veneer vanity, stone tops, the large circular bath and fluted stone tiled around curved walls all enhance the sense of luxury.
Finalist:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Lisa de Boer Design – Gold Coast, Australia
A key functional requirement for this ensuite renovation was that the new bathroom should be designed for ease of use and wheelchair access, if needed in the future.
Creating the shower’s tile base flush with the surrounding floor provides easy wheelchair access, while there is also seating on a roomy bench with its own overhead shower fitting.
To bring the bathroom to life, the designer developed a coral theme using silver, black and white tones.
This coral design was hand-painted back to front on glass panels that line the walls throughout the ensuite, as well as being applied to the slumped glass, vanity countertop.
Finalist:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Lori Carroll & Associates – Tucson, USA
After a large fire destroyed most of their house, the owners took the opportunity to build their dream home, including a spectacular powder room.
They requested a contemporary space which would feel fresh – and most importantly would instantly wow guests.
In small areas such as these, finishes are critical in creating a memorable but inviting space.
Here, the vanity wall takes centre stage, anchored by an elegant slab of honed marble.
A Julie Wawirka white bronze sculptural sink, combined with the Sonoma Forge waterfall faucet creates a modern feel, and a unique touch.
Finalist:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
McMahon and Nerlich – Melbourne, Australia
Part of a renovation of an Edwardian home that had deteriorated into a poor condition, this main bedroom suite is at the front of the existing structure and celebrates some of its original heritage architectural features.
To make the existing layout work better for the new rooms, a freestanding, timber-lined bedhead was introduced. As well as providing a privacy screen, the bedhead incorporates additional storage and a built-in dressing table.
This allowed the space needed for the walk-in robe and ensuite to be reduced just enough for them to be tucked into the existing fabric of the house.
In the ensuite, a gently curved finger-tile-clad wall wraps around the bath tub, and peels away at two different radii to create a sculptural shower shelf in the wet area.
Finalist:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Sandra Diaz-Velasco, Eolo A&I Design – Miami, USA
As a welcoming feature in the bathroom of this remodelled condo, the accent wall and ceiling wood paneling arches over a custom bathtub.
His/her sinks with vanities at either side of the entrance supply a sense of symmetry, while Robern medicine cabinets and full-height closets at each side of the tub provide ample storage.
The shower area incorporates built-in seating, modern shower systems, niche shelving, transparent glass enclosures that make sure natural light floods the whole space, and a large window that frames beautiful city views.
Judges' comments:
The techniques used to create an aura of weightless suspension throughout the design are dramatic and inspiring.
The combination of finishes is so well done that this design will continue to look fresh for many years to come.
Finalist:
TIDA International Bathroom of the Year
Strachan Group Architects (SGA) – Auckland, New Zealand
This large bedroom suite occupies an upper level of the home, which can be accessed by both a broad staircase and a domestic lift.
Designed to be relatively self-contained, the suite includes a small kitchenette and room for sitting and working if necessary.
The generously proportioned dressing room and ensuite bathroom are designed with accessibility in mind, including fittings specifically designed for people with restricted mobility.
Contrasting materials assist people with impaired vision to navigate, and here the timber ceiling and dark tiled floor planes are contrasted with white wall tiling and spotted gum timber cabinetry.
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