This Zen-like contemporary master bathroom is unique in many ways. From the large free-standing Roman tub within the oversized shower stall to the floating wall-hung extra wide custom vanity cabinet with custom polished concrete trough sink and teak inserts this bathroom is a stand-out. There is glass everywhere from the frosted tempered glass backsplash to the miniature subway glass wall tiles lining the large L-shaped niche area set within the shower to the frosted transom light set into the wall above the entrance (not shown). The floor of the bathroom and walls of the shower area are large 2' x 2' grey textured ceramic tiles with the appearance of concrete. Photography by Max Sall

Photos by Kaity

informed by the shape of the bathtub, a prized selection by the client, the mezzanine wall curves around it, and in a perspectival illusion, curved down to create a rain shower ceiling, with cove lighting, and custom stone mosaic set flush into the waterproof plaster wall-recalling the iconic tile mosaics in the nyc subway. an existing sprinkler main and shut off valve, rather than hidden, is celebrated as part of the composition amongst its fellow plumbing fixtures. ten foot long porcelain tiles are used on the floor to minimize grout joints.

Justin Lambert

Photo: Lisa Petrole

This lovely Thousand Oaks Master Bathroom features Athens Silver Cream tile used in different shapes and sizes to create interest. Marble slab installed on the vanity wall creates high impact with the clean lined medicine cabinets and unique wall sconces. Distinctive Decor 2016. All Rights Reserved.

Jon Encarnacion

“From the start I was excited about the possibility of working with expensive materials” says Griem. “The client wanted a bathroom sanctuary that reflected the luxurious interior of a 5 star hotel! My love of oak from Schotten and Hansen was the starting point for the design that plays with dark grey marble slabs and oak panels.” Photography: Philip Vile

Tre Dunham

This existing three storey Victorian Villa was completely redesigned, altering the layout on every floor and adding a new basement under the house to provide a fourth floor. After under-pinning and constructing the new basement level, a new cinema room, wine room, and cloakroom was created, extending the existing staircase so that a central stairwell now extended over the four floors. On the ground floor, we refurbished the existing parquet flooring and created a ‘Club Lounge’ in one of the front bay window rooms for our clients to entertain and use for evenings and parties, a new family living room linked to the large kitchen/dining area. The original cloakroom was directly off the large entrance hall under the stairs which the client disliked, so this was moved to the basement when the staircase was extended to provide the access to the new basement. First floor was completely redesigned and changed, moving the master bedroom from one side of the house to the other, creating a new master suite with large bathroom and bay-windowed dressing room. A new lobby area was created which lead to the two children’s rooms with a feature light as this was a prominent view point from the large landing area on this floor, and finally a study room. On the second floor the existing bedroom was remodelled and a new ensuite wet-room was created in an adjoining attic space once the structural alterations to forming a new floor and subsequent roof alterations were carried out. A comprehensive FF&E package of loose furniture and custom designed built in furniture was installed, along with an AV system for the new cinema room and music integration for the Club Lounge and remaining floors also.