Luxurious surfaces and a gallery like aesthetic are star features in this relocated bathroom

Achieving refinement in a bathroom design isn’t about celebrating one fine finish, but rather about introducing a thoughtful balance of many.

This generous monochrome master ensuite by Archer Design is designed to be in keeping with the architecture firm’s wider renovation of a large, traditionally styled family home.

Principal Richard Archer says the elegant white wainscoting together with classic chair rails and framing are all in tune with the home’s original interior aesthetic.

“These classic elements are blended with dark-toned, modern timber veneer cabinetry, and expansive slabs of smooth Calacatta marble, together with feature panels of Carrara mosaic tile,” says Archer. 

Furthering the dovetailing between classic and 21st century elements, the architect also contrasted bold, modern Tom Dixon accessories with a traditional Delft lidded urn on the vanity.

In a bathroom where the luxurious surfaces speak for themselves, the function-rich side of the design is downplayed visually. For example, plenty of storage is provided with large mirror-fronted cabinetry over the vanity and below counter drawers that recede from sight within the dark wood veneer. Everything one needs is close to hand but carefully concealed, in order to maintain the calm clean lines of the architecture.

Similarly discreet, a wet zone housing the freestanding tub and spacious, open shower is separated from the toilet by a glass wall.

“The wet zone’s generous size allowed for plenty of space to feature a matte silver Tom Dixon Bash Vessel atop a stone plinth,” says Archer. “This forms an elegant, modern focal point for the entire bathroom.”

Story by: Charles Moxham

Photography by: Luc Redmond