Designed by: Fowler Homes Christchurch North
Photography by: MoMac
Designed by Fowler Homes Christchurch North
From the group home builder:
Our design draws inspiration from the natural world, embracing a tranquil, nature-inspired palette and tactile finishes.
Soft stone-look tiles, warm neutrals, and a matte fluted back-to-wall bath create a serene atmosphere that balances universal appeal with family functionality.
This bath also acts as a sculptural focal point, complemented by a custom ledge that subtly defines the material transitions and adds visual depth.
A skylight shaft above floods the space with natural light, enhancing the earthy tones and amplifying the sense of openness.
Strategic zoning and thoughtful detailing address the compact footprint, delivering both style and practicality.
Adding a moment of contrast, the adjacent water closet features bold geometric wallpaper in deep olive, crisp white, and touches of metallic gold.
This striking design element maintains privacy and introduces playful energy while staying cohesive through complementary hues and materials.
A solar tube brings in natural light, and a sensor light ensures effortless functionality in this enclosed space.
Find more design ideas and inspiration at trendsideas.com
Credit List
DesignerSophie Orsbourn | Co-designerFowler Homes Christchurch North |
CabinetryBathroom Vanity – Ovo 2 Drawers, custom colour: Dulux Ōpononi Double, Matte Finish, supplied by Harrison Bloy; W/C Vanity – Ovo Mini Vanity, custom colour: Dulux Green Slate, Matte Finish, supplied by Harrison Bloy | Cabinetry hardwareMirror cabinet – OVO 900 3 Door Mirror Cabinet, from Harrison Bloy |
BasinMoon Kordura Countertop Basin, from Harrison Bloy | BathOpal Back-to-Wall Bath, Fluted, Colour: White, from Harrison Bloy |
Shower stallTiled Shower Enclosure, finish: Black. | TapwareBasin Mixer – Uno Basin Mixer, finish: Gunmetal; bath & shower mixer – Elementi Uno Shower Mixer, finish: Gunmetal; bath spout – Uno Bath Spout (Curved Spout), Finish: Gunmetal; Basin Spout – Uno Basin Spout (Curved Spout), Finish: Gunmetal; W/C basin mixer - Uno Basin Mixer, finish: Gun Metal, all from Harrison Bloy |
Shower fittingsShower Slide – Splash Plus Square/Ion Column 3FCT, finish: Gunmetal; shower mixer – Elementi Uno Shower Mixer, finish: Gunmetal | Wall tilesTile – Coco Canvas, Matte Finish, from Tile Direct; Tile – Affogatto Crema, Matte Finish, from Tile Direct |
WallcoveringsBathroom: Gib Aqualine., supplied by VIP Trade; W/C: 13mm Standard Gib, from VIP Trade; W/C Wallpaper – Casamance, Alexander 7602, from SoBespoke | AccessoriesMirror – Pill Shaped LED Mirror 600x900 with De-mister, Hand Towel Stirrup – Aura, finish: Gunmetal; toilet roll holder – Aura, Finish: Gunmetal |
FlooringTile – Affogatto Crema, Matte Finish, from Tile Direct | VentilationInline Auto Extraction Fan in both bathroom & W/C |
LightingBathroom Skylight – VSS Pitched roof Skylight, from Velux/ VIP Trade; W/C Solartube – 160DS Daylighting System, from Velux/VIP Trade | Hot water system250lt Rinnai Mains Pressure |
AwardsTrends International Design Awards (TIDA) Bathrooms – Highly Commended |
Designed by Fowler Homes Christchurch North
From the group home builder:
Our design draws inspiration from the natural world, embracing a tranquil, nature-inspired palette and tactile finishes.
Soft stone-look tiles, warm neutrals, and a matte fluted back-to-wall bath create a serene atmosphere that balances universal appeal with family functionality.
This bath also acts as a sculptural focal point, complemented by a custom ledge that subtly defines the material transitions and adds visual depth.
A skylight shaft above floods the space with natural light, enhancing the earthy tones and amplifying the sense of openness.
Strategic zoning and thoughtful detailing address the compact footprint, delivering both style and practicality.
Adding a moment of contrast, the adjacent water closet features bold geometric wallpaper in deep olive, crisp white, and touches of metallic gold.
This striking design element maintains privacy and introduces playful energy while staying cohesive through complementary hues and materials.
A solar tube brings in natural light, and a sensor light ensures effortless functionality in this enclosed space.
Find more design ideas and inspiration at trendsideas.com
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Credit List
DesignerSophie Orsbourn | Co-designerFowler Homes Christchurch North |
CabinetryBathroom Vanity – Ovo 2 Drawers, custom colour: Dulux Ōpononi Double, Matte Finish, supplied by Harrison Bloy; W/C Vanity – Ovo Mini Vanity, custom colour: Dulux Green Slate, Matte Finish, supplied by Harrison Bloy | Cabinetry hardwareMirror cabinet – OVO 900 3 Door Mirror Cabinet, from Harrison Bloy |
BasinMoon Kordura Countertop Basin, from Harrison Bloy | BathOpal Back-to-Wall Bath, Fluted, Colour: White, from Harrison Bloy |
Shower stallTiled Shower Enclosure, finish: Black. | TapwareBasin Mixer – Uno Basin Mixer, finish: Gunmetal; bath & shower mixer – Elementi Uno Shower Mixer, finish: Gunmetal; bath spout – Uno Bath Spout (Curved Spout), Finish: Gunmetal; Basin Spout – Uno Basin Spout (Curved Spout), Finish: Gunmetal; W/C basin mixer - Uno Basin Mixer, finish: Gun Metal, all from Harrison Bloy |
Shower fittingsShower Slide – Splash Plus Square/Ion Column 3FCT, finish: Gunmetal; shower mixer – Elementi Uno Shower Mixer, finish: Gunmetal | Wall tilesTile – Coco Canvas, Matte Finish, from Tile Direct; Tile – Affogatto Crema, Matte Finish, from Tile Direct |
WallcoveringsBathroom: Gib Aqualine., supplied by VIP Trade; W/C: 13mm Standard Gib, from VIP Trade; W/C Wallpaper – Casamance, Alexander 7602, from SoBespoke | AccessoriesMirror – Pill Shaped LED Mirror 600x900 with De-mister, Hand Towel Stirrup – Aura, finish: Gunmetal; toilet roll holder – Aura, Finish: Gunmetal |
FlooringTile – Affogatto Crema, Matte Finish, from Tile Direct | VentilationInline Auto Extraction Fan in both bathroom & W/C |
LightingBathroom Skylight – VSS Pitched roof Skylight, from Velux/ VIP Trade; W/C Solartube – 160DS Daylighting System, from Velux/VIP Trade | Hot water system250lt Rinnai Mains Pressure |
AwardsTrends International Design Awards (TIDA) Bathrooms – Highly Commended |
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