Archives October 2023

How nice is this hand-crafted wooden bathtub! Having a unique design, this bath perfectly matches the vanity in real timber, creating a natural atmosphere for your bathroom. Besides the cabinetry itself, this vanity has also a countertop in timber, which adds to its charm.

Regarding the exposure to water, this wooden bathtub is hand-crafted with the same techniques used by boat builders. A similar approach applies to the vanity, which has a few coats of polyurethane in order to protect the timber from water spills.

Other decorative elements in timber help to set the mood, such as the asymmetric mirror and the wall light. Hooks, stools, and cachepots in timber are also good options to create a woody bathroom. For the tapware, we suggest a bronze living finish, which will get tannish over the years. The cross-shape handles help create a rustic look. As a background, cement-look tiles on the floor and penny-round tiles on the walls, both in a light grey tone.

For other mood boards where we used timber, have a look here and here.

Bathtub: Tasmanian Oak Barrel (Wood and Water)
Vanity: Kado Arc Twin Drawer Timber Top Australian Chestnut (Reece)
Tapware: Portsea Basin Set Autumn Bronze (Par Taps)
Mirror: Mid-Century Asymmetrical Wood Wall Mirror (West Elm)
Wall light: Button Sconce (Fluxwood Lighting)
Cachepot: Dansk Tub Pot (The Banyan Tree)
Hook: Button Wall Hook (Freedom)
Floor tile: Byron Travertine Look Grey Matte (Tile Cloud)
Wall tile: Perla Penny Round (Perini Tiles)

Did you enjoy this woody bathroom? We can assist with your renovation or decoration! Get in touch today for more details!

People may get confused about the difference between copper and bronze. While the first is a pure metal, known for its bright orange colour, the latter is an alloy of copper, tending to a brown tone. Either way, both materials go very well with whites and greys. And they will certainly add a touch of sophistication to your bathroom!

In this mood board, we chose brushed bronze for the tapware and the accessories. On the other hand, the wallpaper with a tropical pattern has touches of copper, the same colour as the mirror frame. The bath and basin have soft curves, matching the fluted cabinetry with recessed handles. Aiming to achieve an elegant look, both the sanitaryware and the vanity are white.

On the floor, marble-like tiles with accents in rose gold and grey. On wet walls, where wallpaper is not allowed, we suggest plain tiles in satin white, preferably in a big format.

Are you also hesitant between copper and bronze? What about engaging our services for your bathroom renovation?

Vanity: Satin White Noosa 750mm Wall Hung (Otti)
Basin: Patty Gloss White (ADP)
Bath: Roca Inspira Freetsading 1800mm (Reece)
Tapware: Milli Pure Diamond Texture Handle in Brushed Bronze (Reece)
Wall light: MFL LED Dimmable Wall Bracket in Bronze (Beacon Lighting)
Wallpaper: Cascade Leaf Grey & Rose Gold Fine Decor (World of Wallpaper)
Floor tiles: Calacatta Oro 900mm x 1800mm (Design Tiles)

The idea for this project was to renovate an existing shop, combining a French bistro and an Italian bakery. The owner wanted a place where people could enjoy a good coffee while choosing from a selection of pastries. Or, to have a sip of wine while eating a slice of a Napoletan pizza.

The building comprised a big open area with a kitchen at the back. Our proposal was to transform the existing door between the saloon and the kitchen into an arched window. Therefore, the customers could watch the production line, which would entice them to taste the freshly baked treats.

Right in front of the entry door, we placed the main counter, which showcases the house’s specialties. Among the sweet treats, there are croissants, eclairs, muffins, and cakes. The coffee machine and the appliances to prepare juices and smoothies are on the left side, while the point-of-sale is to the right.

In the sitting area, we suggested some tables scattered around and also booths for a more intimate atmosphere. Regarding the finishes and materials, we chose timber panels and the classic bistro furniture, evoking reminiscences from Paris. Aiming to bring a bit from Italy, and add a touch of coziness, we added distressed brick and mustard walls. For the floor, natural stone in a light sand colour.

Are you after plans for your new cafe or restaurant? Be it a French bistro or an Italian bakery, we can assist you with the design!

How cozy is it soaking in a clawfoot bathtub? The feeling of relaxation will be even better if surrounded by elements full of character. As an example, the pedestal basin made of glazed ceramic with a hob-mounted basin mixer in a classic style.

To match, a gooseneck shower arm with rose and other vintage accessories, all in matte black. The same colour was chosen for the clawfoot bathtub and other accessories, such as the pending wall light with a glass globe.

Adding to the nostalgic atmosphere, distressed brick and cement-look tiles. Another good option is whitewashed timber, which may be present in wall panels or pieces of furniture like shelves and cabinets. A rectangular mirror with an antique white frame complements the look, along with plant pots in terracotta.

For more inspiration on bathrooms with an antique or vintage look, please check here and here.

Claw foot bath: Kado Era 1700mm (Reece)
Pedestal basin: Stafford 51 X 43 (Turner Hastings)
Basin mixer & shower mixer: Kado Era (Reece)
Shower & hook: Nostalgia (Phoenix)
Wall light: Ivy 1 Light (Beacon Lighting)
Mirror: Toftbyn white (IKEA)
Floor tile: Windsor Matte Grey Concrete Look 600×600 (Tile Cloud)

Do you also dream of soaking in a clawfoot bathtub after a busy day at work? If you are also in love with this vintage look, let us know! We are more than happy to assist with your new bathroom!

In this extension project for a university campus, the task was to design a 6-storey building to lodge a few different courses. Among them, there were vocational educational and training courses as diverse as lutherie, gas & petroleum, and IT. Or real estate business, institutional communication, and quality management. Each one with its own specificities and requirements in terms of space.

The building was part of a complex of existing buildings and its footage would replace a covered patio and part of the parking lot. Regarding the project briefing, there were chemistry and audiovisual laboratories, including a semi-anechoic chamber. In this chamber, future luthiers would be able to test the musical instruments they design and produce during the course.

The extension project also included a new library for the university campus, as well as an auditorium and meeting rooms. Finally, the building comprised computer laboratories and conventional classrooms of various sizes, besides amenities and storage rooms.

The floors are interconnected by lifts, staircases, and a ramp. The ramp runs within a void, which spans through all 6 levels, visually integrating the internal space. For the facade, contemporary lines and geometric shapes. The chosen finish was ceramic tiles in white and blue, as per the surrounding buildings and the institutional standards.

Wide glass panels strategically positioned help bring light to the interior. The widest panel, located at a northwest facade, has a photovoltaic film that generates electricity. We also suggest other sustainable features, such as green roofs over the hallways that connect this building to the adjacent ones.

For other projects where we had the opportunity to propose sustainable solutions, please click here and here.

Are you also after sustainable solutions for your home or office? Please get in touch!

When designing a powder room, every millimetre matters. However, nowadays we are lucky enough to have a few different options to help us deal with compact bathrooms and other tiny spaces. For example, you may use cavity sliding doors instead of hinged ones, being able to have a wide doorway to access the room.

Regarding sanitaryware, toilets with in-wall flush systems are great space-savers, for example, as the cistern is concealed inside the wall frame. You may use the standard flush buttons or ones with touchless technology, as you may see here.

Besides compact toilets, there are many models of slim wall-hung vanities in the market, providing clever storage solutions. In saying that, while some may prefer a standard mirror, others may opt for a shaving mirror cabinet. Some shaving cabinets can be semi-recessed in the wall, providing extra storage space.

Aiming to bring some coziness, we suggest using light tones of grey and accents in timber. In this mood board, we have a mirror with a frame in light oak, the same colour chosen for the towel hook and the pendant light. For the tapware, brushed nickel with a contemporary design and straight lines, matching the wallpaper and the floor tiles.

Vanity: Petite 400 Wall Hung (ADP)
Toilet: Roca Inspira (Reece)
Flush button: Geberit Sigma 01 (Reece)
Tapware and accessory: Tono (Fienza)
Hook: Classic Kink Wall Hook (Scandiluxe)
Mirror: Tina Round (Temple & Webster)
Pending light: Juno 1 (Beacon Lighting)
Floor tile: Caparazon Medio (Perini Tiles)
Wallpaper: Maui Leaf Monochrome (World of Wallpaper)

Are you struggling with a small powder room? We are glad to help you optimise your space!