Main bathroom

After the second fallout of the Delta Variant amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic in mid 2021, our team working from home, and our client in quarantine, SDA Architects conceived Japandi Home. The initial brief for the renovation of this pool house was for its interior to have an "immediate sense of serenity" that roused the feeling of being peaceful. Influenced by loneliness and angst during quarantine, SDA Architects explored themes of escapism and empathy which led to a “Japandi” style concept design – the nexus between “Scandinavian functionality” and “Japanese rustic minimalism” to invoke feelings of “art, nature and simplicity.” This merging of styles forms the perfect amalgamation of both function and form, centred on clean lines, bright spaces and light colours. Grounded by its emotional weight, poetic lyricism, and relaxed atmosphere; Japandi Home aesthetics focus on simplicity, natural elements, and comfort; minimalism that is both aesthetically pleasing yet highly functional. Japandi Home places special emphasis on sustainability through use of raw furnishings and a rejection of the one-time-use culture we have embraced for numerous decades. A plethora of natural materials, muted colours, clean lines and minimal, yet-well-curated furnishings have been employed to showcase beautiful craftsmanship – quality handmade pieces over quantitative throwaway items. A neutral colour palette compliments the soft and hard furnishings within, allowing the timeless pieces to breath and speak for themselves. These calming, tranquil and peaceful colours have been chosen so when accent colours are incorporated, they are done so in a meaningful yet subtle way. Japandi home isn’t sparse – it’s intentional. The integrated storage throughout – from the kitchen, to dining buffet, linen cupboard, window seat, entertainment unit, bed ensemble and walk-in wardrobe are key to reducing clutter and maintaining the zen-like sense of calm created by these clean lines and open spaces. The Scandinavian concept of “hygge” refers to the idea that ones home is your cosy sanctuary. Similarly, this ideology has been fused with the Japanese notion of “wabi-sabi”; the idea that there is beauty in imperfection. Hence, the marriage of these design styles is both founded on minimalism and comfort; easy-going yet sophisticated. Conversely, whilst Japanese styles can be considered “sleek” and Scandinavian, “rustic”, the richness of the Japanese neutral colour palette aids in preventing the stark, crisp palette of Scandinavian styles from feeling cold and clinical. Japandi Home’s introspective essence can ultimately be considered quite timely for the pandemic and was the quintessential lockdown project our team needed.

First time using Fish tail tiles and I gotta say we were very impressed with the finish. We are always trying to push the boundaries with the client so as to fully take advantage of a once in a lifetime opportunity to try something new and exciting. Especially after completing hundreds of bathrooms, it doesn't hurt to get out of your comfort zone.

House 13 - Three Birds Renovations Pool House Bathroom with TileCloud Tiles. Using our Annangrove Carrara look tile on the floor paired with out Newport Sky Blue small square

Contemporary Ensuite

A node to mid-century modern style which can be very chic and trendy, as this style is heating up in many renovation projects. This bathroom remodel has elements that tend towards this leading trend. We love designing your spaces and putting a distinctive style for each client. Must see the before photos and layout of the space. Custom teak vanity cabinet

Modern moody bathroom design with ochre walls, floating style vanity and mustard concrete vessel sinks. Includes white penny tile with warm wood mirror.

An atmospheric, dark, moody spa-like master ensuite in a Loughton family home. The black tiles are by Mandarin Stone and are two different formats- large format square and rectangular. A built in tiled ledge and niche allows all toiletries to be stored close to hand and gives space for indoor planting to be displayed.

Beautiful vintage black freestanding tub with a gold hardware floor mount tub filler.

This master bathroom remodel was a lot of fun. We wanted to switch things up by adding an open shelving divider between the sink and shower. This allows for additional storage in this small space. Storage is key when it comes to a couple using a bathroom space. We flanked a bank of drawers on either side of the floating vanity and doubled up storage by adding a higher end medicine cabinet with ample storage, lighting and plug outlets.

bagno padronale in microcemento beige con piano lavabo in legno naturale e ciotola da appoggio. Pavimento in listoni di legno e rubinetterie nere. Striscia led a soffitto

Country style bathroom with painted MDF beadboard panelling. Patterned porcelain tiles and bespoke painted vanity unit.

In this addition, Ten Key Home & Kitchen Remodels added significant space to this client's home. The master bathroom design was intended to maximize the glamorous feeling of the space. Our client selected vessel sinks and a baby blue color, combined with a makeup station with a LED light illuminating mirror. The curbless shower provides functional appeal to those aging in place, and the large shower niche provides ample space for everything.

Bathrooms by Oldham were engaged by Judith & Frank to redesign their main bathroom and their downstairs powder room. We provided the upstairs bathroom with a new layout creating flow and functionality with a walk in shower. Custom joinery added the much needed storage and an in-wall cistern created more space. In the powder room downstairs we offset a wall hung basin and in-wall cistern to create space in the compact room along with a custom cupboard above to create additional storage. Strip lighting on a sensor brings a soft ambience whilst being practical.