Bathroom Design Perth

Concept 1

Io Basin - Parisi

El-X Bagno Basin Mixer and Spout

Freehander Shower - Grohe

Here are two concepts for a client whose brief was simply as follows "when I walk past the bathroom and look in, I want to see a beautiful basin". Concept 1 features the generously sized IO inset basin. It is designed to sit within the shelf. The organic curve of the underside of the basin is the eye catching factor. Next was the tapware and shower. Here again, I looked for curves. The El-X wall mixer and spout has a soft curve on the spout and the oval shaped back plate mimics the shape of the basin. For the shower I chose the Freehander for its tubular design. Plus it offers 'spa' like features. The shower pivots and rotates. Swing it up or swing it down, that's all it takes to to convert this shower into a body massage spray. Concept 2 (below) features the bold Alessi One Pedestal. The pedestal has a strong focal point ... the smooth, glossy white ceramic drum like shape has a timeless appeal.

Concept 2

Alessi One Pedelstal

Babushka

I adore these charming Babushka measuring cups. Show them off on your kitchen bench or open shelving. The M Cups measure, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 3/4 and of course 1 full cup. Surf the web for deals or click here. ps...quick update...have spotted these at Allure here in Perth. ps again... apparently Santa has picked some up for me.

Piatto Free Standing Shower

Superplan with anti slip decoration. Superplan Gold - 24 carat gold plating ornamentation.

The circular Piatto shower base (150cmx6cm) from Kaldewei is absolutely striking. It appears of be floating on the floor. And how about that gorgeous, luxurious shower curtain. It's all so dreamy. Hang on a minute...alarm bells are ringing. Shower bases and shower curtains are rarely described as luxurious. I do have faint memories of a dull, scratched shower base and mouldy shower curtain from many many years ago. Here's what they say: The shower plate is made of Kaldewei steel enamel. You can't scratch it if you tried. And the curtain is Teflon-coated taffeta with concealed magnets in the hem. This ensures the curtain falls straight and flush with the shower edge. It comes in 3 colours - bordeaux red, anthracite and chamois beige. And if still one requires more, the Superplans can be embellished with 24-karat gold plating on your request. Make it all mine...I mean yours! Keep an eye on this page for the Australian release.

Duckcloth & Shannon Lamden

Aunty Cookie Pattern

Letterhead Grey on Cerise

Letterhead Teal on Chops

Letterhead Red on Black

Alphacookie Craft Panel Black

Who thought you could look so 'cool' in an apron? I want one! These fabulous graphic designs are by Melbourian designer Shannon Lamden. Check out her website here. Or go to one of my favourite fabric online store's Duckcloth. All orders over $100 are delivered free Australia-wide. Images via Duckcloth.

Credenza

I'm a big Jamie Hayon fan. His sense of fun really appeals to me. The multi leg Showtime collection brings it all together, functional, whimsical and beautifully designed. Here are two others designers who meet that criteria too.

Image via Design Farm

"Jaime Hayon is the most intriguing figure in new Spanish design. He has energy, talent and a style of his own, which are all distilled into the Showtime collection. The multileg single or double credenza is a modular system allowing usage of multiple leg styles. Modules can be single or stacked 2 high". Excerpt from Design Farm.

Image via Interstudio

"Designed by Jason Bird, the Radii buffet is ideally made to complement the Nick table series. Locally produced with a combination of 2-pack lacquer to cupboard facings and oak veneer carcass surround which can be colour stained to match preferred finishes". Excerpt from Interstudio.

Image via Woodmark

"The 'Vissy' credenza is finished in high gloss two-pac polyurethane. It has changeable sliding doors (timber or fabric covered), enabling adaptability to changing seasons and environments. Drawing upon the antiquated furniture making technique of marquetry, Vissy's timber sliding doors is a reinterpretation of this into the contemporary format of a geometric circular pattern. The circles come alive as you move around the room, the light catches them similar to the way dandelions subtly grab your attention as they sway in the breeze. The fruit bowl morphing into the surface is a logical progression of enhancing the shininess, typifying the forms seen in ceramics, and creating an interesting dialogue between the surfaces." Excerpt from Woodmark.

Innermost Mantel Dome Clock

I'm digging this clock design from Top 3 by Design. The Mantel Dome is a modern interpretation of an old world carriage clock. Beautiful aren't they. It is a product of a collaboration between Cédric Ragot, of creative trio “designedbyitem”, and Innermost. Image via Top 3.

Ikea PS Spraka

I spied this spice mill at you know where. Available in Black and Birch. I rarely grind my own spices...who cares...it looks so darn good it can just sit on my kitchen bench and look the part.

Here's a few more yummy lamps from Domayne. Great for the home office the Noir' Tripod Lamp, the Seville Table Lamp featuring a fabulous black and white striped shade and my favourite the Bravura Floor Lamp pictured with a a Eiffel Tower Decal.

Tord Boontje

More from Tord Boontje...I adore these beautiful lampshades. The Shadow Light will enchant young hearts. The lampshade gently turns and the images reflect onto the surrounding walls. The Garland Light shown here in dazzling gold consists of a long metal garland of flowers, forest creatures and foliage that is wrapped around a light bulb.

Devon & Devon

Devon&Devon have re-invented the Victorian era bathroom with a contemporary twist. These timeless consoles are truly beautiful. Check out the full range here - Studio Bagno.

Pedlars - UK

How much fun are these? Comic Strip Plasters - 24 sterile, individually wrapped bandages in a tin and Loo roll holders - soft rubber holders for loo rolls, 34cm(l) x 19cm (w). Both from Pedlars in the UK. (They can send most items overseas, just email for a quote for postage.) Or try Gifted.

Domayne

Domayne finally opened up in Perth a few weeks ago. Of course I found an excuse to pop in and check out their range. As soon as you walk in your hit with these big bold pieces. The St Ives 3 seater sofa packs a punch - upholstered in Warwick's Portsea Onyx (other colours available). The Bravura floor lamp compliments the sofa perfectly with its silhouette curvy base.

Keep Calm and Carry On

Something strange has happened to me since the push to rid our planet of the dreaded plastic shopping bag. Once upon a time I would not give the plastic bag I was carrying a second thought. I would carry my groceries home in them, then re-use the bags as rubbish bin liners. THEN....the tote bag arrived. Sometimes free, sometimes $1 etc. Suddenly I cared where my Tote bag was from, what colour it was, and what it said. I wanted a Donna Hay bag, then Wayne Cooper bag, then, well I won't go on. It's just a bag to carry your groceries home in right? This Lark tote is exactly what I need. 'Keep Calm and Carry On'. Not another word needs to be said on the subject.

Wow...loving this black and white mesh sequin top/dress from My Catwalk. If you need something amazing in a hurry they deliver Australia wide 'next day' free!

Rocket St George

Diamantini & Domeniconi Striped Cuckoo Clocks

Skullduggery Chair

These two items from Rocket St George in London really appeal to me. I love the idea of giving a traditional piece of furniture a contemporary twist. The hand made Cuckoo Clock is designed in Italy by the famous clock manufacturers Diamantini and Domeniconi. It takes D batteries and the cuckoo can be switched off....not that you would! The Skullduggery chair would look right at home at my place and be a real talking point to boot.

Baker & Shuhander

Now I know this is not the best pic, but this divine sparkling jewelled pendant light is on display in the shop window of Baker & Shuhandler in Mt Lawley. B&S have one of the best window displays in Perth. I have photographed many of their beautiful window displays with the intention of blogging, but my lack of photography skill (to many reflections) has let me down.

Alessi Dot

Mmmmm....loving this Il Bagno Alessi Dot floor standing wash basin in 'black' from Laufen. Designed by Dutch architect Wiel Aret, the slanted form gives the bulky ceramic unit a playful lightness.

Black, Beautiful Black

I seem to be drawn to all things 'black' of late, this amazing lamp is from D'cota in NSW. Normally I would shy away from such luxurious, formal, mansion style furnishings. But a piece of two would be very nice, very nice indeed. Sofa - source unknown.

Dreamy Bedroom

I have had this tear sheet lying around my desk for months. I love the relaxed, not trying to hard, chic styling. And of course I was instantly attracted to the gorgeous bedhead. Florence Broadhurst again...The Cranes. Stylist - Megan Morton. Still Lifes - Amanda Prior