NEUTRAL BATHROOM-CLAPHAM COMMON
NEUTRAL BATHROOM-CLAPHAM COMMON
NEUTRAL BATHROOM IN FAMILY HOME RENOVATION, CLAPHAM COMMON,LONDON, ENGLAND
Type: Bathroom
Location: Clapham Common, London
Property Type: House
Designer: Ivana
Installers: Akiva Approved Contractors
BRIEF
Refresh family bathroom
INITIAL DISCUSSIONS
While delighted with the size of their bathroom, our client desired a bright, more contemporary look akin to a boutique hotel. Our Akiva design specialist worked directly with the homeowner to design a complete solution for their bathroom that enhanced the natural light and instantly told a story of luxury the moment fixtures came into view.
HOW WE ACHIEVED IT
To start, our designer planned a practical yet appealing bathroom that used clean lines and modern tiling to reflect light. Then, our designer chose brushed brass for the fittings to provide a luxurious complement to the neutral tones. Lastly, recessed cabinetry added even more space to the already large bathroom, capitalising on the boutique hotel feel desired for the finished look. These elements were worked into 2D designs and matched with a procurement list which allowed the final design to be realised effortlessly.
BEFORE
Prior to undertaking this redesign, the homeowners complained that the existing bathroom was dated, darkened and gave off the wrong first impression with a lacklustre built-in bathtub visible from the corridor. As such, our brief was to refresh this space with simple, clean lines and functional pieces to evoke memories of boutique hotel stays abroad.
Tiles
To address the poor natural light, our design team replaced the dated travertine tiles with Motion Sand tiles from the Porcelain Superstore. This brought in more sunlight and added a modern touch without any busy patterns.
Bath & Basin
Since the bathtub is in the corridor eye-line, it’s the first thing you see. To make a bold statement and evoke boutique hotel bathroom design, our designer replaced it with the Picasso Freestanding Stone Bath and matching basin.
Brushed Brass
To meet their expectations of clear lines for the new bathroom with luxurious finishes, our designer chose to use brushed brass as a finish for the VOS tap ware and metal elements.
This worked expertly with the Crosswater – OPTIX 10mm Pivot Door Shower Enclosure, also in brushed brass.
Mirror
Lastly, while already spacious, our designer was able to push the boutique hotel aesthetic even further by selecting this large HIB Vanquish 120 LED Cabinet from Roper Rhodes which opened the space up wider to allow even more light to permeate.
ONLINE INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES, LONDON
This project was achieved by designing remotely using our Premium Make over package and the client saved time and money using our procurement packages
We love meeting with our clients from across London face to face, but we are all so busy, conducting the entire process in person is just not possible for our clients. Worse still, having to take time off work for your interior design project is not feasible for modern working life. We have a full range of virtual packages, for easy ordering of every type of interior design request within minutes, including kitchens, nurseries, bathrooms and living rooms.
Procurement:
Mirror: Roper Rhodes
Bath,Basin and shelf: Lusso
Tiles: Porcelain Superstore
Brushed Brassware: JPT
“Really enjoyed working with James and Ivana at Akiva on our loft bedroom + bathroom renovation project.
They helped us redesign the space, including moving part of the staircase, expanding the bathroom, and fitting out new flooring, paint/wall tiles, and bathroom fixtures. Ivana also identified some great furniture pieces that fit the space well. She picked out clever finishing combinations we wouldn’t have thought of ourselves, as well as a space-optimising layout, and the end result has turned out great.
It’s obviously a lower-touch process than working with a more traditional designer, but great value for money. Would happily work with them again.
Logistics/communication always very prompt and seamless via James as well.”
