We wanted to re-imagine the configuration of the classic metro tile by stacking vertically rather than horizontally which provided a more modern aesthetic. We integrated a tiled dado and skirting as a nod to the original period features in the home and introduced a befitting hint of grandeur. This was a small bathroom to work with, so we were keen to keep the finishes to a minimum. We specified two colour tones of metro title with a strong blue and off white and painted both the walls and ceilings in a fresh modern grey. We added handmade porcelain wall planters by a local artist to add some contrasting green planting to the walls.