Granite sink upon Iroko pedestal. Rather than plumbing in the sink, water is collected in a bowl beneath, to be used for watering the local thirsty lemon trees.

We carefully sited the bathroom beneath the shade of the surrounding Olive and Fig trees to keep the space cool, preventing the Trobolo compostable loo from overheating. To the left you can see the afternoon sun breaking through the trees. The way the four different natural materials (three timber, 1 stone) respond to light is encapsulating.

We carefully sited the bathroom beneath the shade of the surrounding Olive and Fig trees to keep the space cool, preventing the Trobolo compostable loo from overheating. To the left you can see the afternoon sun breaking through the trees. The way the four different natural materials (three timber, 1 stone) respond to light is encapsulating.

Internally, we designed these Japanese inspired Naguri patterned privacy and ventilation screens. Because of the way the panels are cut at 45 degree angles, users can see out into the undergrowth but anyone passing by cannot see into the bathroom. Retractable bamboo screens cover the windows. To the left you can see one closed and to the right is one open. Dividing the two materials is a piece of live-edge chestnut. It became clear early on that leaving timber in its most natural state is what our clients wanted. A style we have come to love. The Trobolo compostable loo has been a massive success. Credit to Trobolo who have managed to develop a compostable loo that doesn’t smell (when used properly).

We carefully sited the bathroom beneath the shade of the surrounding Olive and Fig trees to keep the space cool, preventing the Trobolo compostable loo from overheating. To the left you can see the afternoon sun breaking through the trees. The way the four different natural materials (three timber, 1 stone) respond to light is encapsulating.

Stone steps found on meters from the bathroom site. They balance the new structure within its natural surroundings.