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13. Location: Wiltshire, UKWhy we love it: The perfect solution for anyone who’s tired of bending over to load and unload the washing machine… simply raise the washer and dryer to a more comfortable height as the owners have done here. Then add in a smart black and white tiled floor and a twinkling chandelier, and you’ve got a classic laundry look that’s sure to last the distance.

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The neutral colour scheme also ensures that the attention is on design and form. It’s easy to see why this bathroom was named HIA CSR Bathroom of the Year 2015.Browse more contemporary bathrooms

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High-quality, no-fuss fixtures allow the focus to remain on the marble veining and imported Italian tiles.

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Examples of this style1. This contemporary bathroom in Clovelly, NSW, makes a strong style statement with its raised stone plinth upon which the open shower and bath sits.

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ContemporaryThis is a style where less is more. These contemporary showers demonstrate how seamlessly integrated profiles, strong shapes and streamlined fixtures bring a modern look to a shower area.Key features to consider: An open or walk-in shower,Recessed rather than protruding shelves,Streamlined fixtures,A neutral colour palette and design that emphasises the beauty of selected materials,Natural light brought into the space via skylights or large windows, andDoor-less glass shower screens.

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2. Similarly, simplicity, subtle fixtures and natural light are also at the heart of this contemporary Hawthorn, Victoria, bathroom.

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Love the tiles

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Great storage and sleek design

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