Bathrooms By Oldham were engaged to renovate the bathroom in an apartment in the heart of manly. The original bathroom was dark and felt enclosed - both of which we wanted to change. Being the top floor apartment the skylight was an option to bring natural light and air into the space - not only did this brighten up the bathroom it also floods light into the hallway. To make this compact bathroom feel bigger we opted for a wall hung vanity in timber. Having the vanity floating creates a sense of space as you are able to see under and past the vanity giving the room depth. To add length to the space we opted for a dark herringbone feature wall at the back of the room with a custom Corian frame around the niche - this draws the eyes attention to the back wall and makes the wall feel further away then it is. Other features in the space: Heated towel rail recessed into a niche allowing the door to fully open. Strip lighting on a sensor Solid timber vanity and shaving cabinet Luxury Australian Made tapware Waterfall bath outlet Italian tiles The clients were so happy with the results, scroll down to the bottom of the images to see their review and the before images of the space.

We sanded down the original hardwood floorboards throughout the property and added a lovely rich dark stain, making it both chic and cosy. The tongue and groove panelling really adds to the cosy cottage feel of the space. We replaced the fireplace hearth with warm limestone - both fresh and light. The furniture is mostly antiques. We opened up the wall between the living room and kitchen and created an archway with double pocket doors.

Floors tiled in 'Lombardo' hexagon mosaic honed marble from Artisans of Devizes | Shower wall tiled in 'Lombardo' large format honed marble from Artisans of Devizes | Brassware is by Gessi in the finish 706 (Blackened Chrome) | Bronze mirror feature wall comprised of 3 bevelled panels | Custom vanity unit and cabinetry made by Luxe Projects London | Stone sink fabricated by AC Stone & Ceramic out of Oribico marble

A bathroom in the lower ground floor with dark painted walls and ceiling and lighter wall tiles. Featuring antique brass sanitaryware a patterned flooring.

Inspiration for a small contemporary bathroom in London with a corner shower, yellow tiles, metro tiles, blue walls, a wall-mounted sink, beige floors and a hinged door.

The narrow and long Bathroom is arranged so that all sanitaryware are on one long wall to emphasize the natural shape of the space.
This is an example of a small scandi ensuite bathroom in London with a vessel sink, white cabinets, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, white walls, light hardwood flooring and a bidet.

Project Description Set on the 2nd floor of a 1950’s modernist apartment building in the sought after Sydney Lower North Shore suburb of Mosman, this apartments only bathroom was in dire need of a lift. The building itself well kept with features of oversized windows/sliding doors overlooking lovely gardens, concrete slab cantilevers, great orientation for capturing the sun and those sleek 50’s modern lines. It is home to Stephen & Karen, a professional couple who renovated the interior of the apartment except for the lone, very outdated bathroom. That was still stuck in the 50’s – they saved the best till last. Structural Challenges Very small room - 3.5 sq. metres; Door, window and wall placement fixed; Plumbing constraints due to single skin brick walls and outdated pipes; Low ceiling, Inadequate lighting & Poor fixture placement. Client Requirements Modern updated bathroom; NO BATH required; Clean lines reflecting the modernist architecture Easy to clean, minimal grout; Maximize storage, niche and Good lighting Design Statement You could not swing a cat in there! Function and efficiency of flow is paramount with small spaces and ensuring there was a single transition area was on top of the designer’s mind. The bathroom had to be easy to use, and the lines had to be clean and minimal to compliment the 1950’s architecture (and to make this tiny space feel bigger than it actual was). As the bath was not used regularly, it was the first item to be removed. This freed up floor space and enhanced the flow as considered above. Due to the thin nature of the walls and plumbing constraints, the designer built up the wall (basin elevation) in parts to allow the plumbing to be reconfigured. This added depth also allowed for ample recessed overhead mirrored wall storage and a niche to be built into the shower. As the overhead units provided enough storage the basin was wall hung with no storage under. This coupled with the large format light coloured tiles gave the small room the feeling of space it required. The oversized tiles are effortless to clean, as is the solid surface material of the washbasin. The lighting is also enhanced by these materials and therefore kept quite simple. LEDS are fixed above and below the joinery and also a sensor activated LED light was added under the basin to offer a touch a tech to the owners. The renovation of this bathroom is the final piece to complete this apartment reno, and as such this 50’s wonder is ready to live on in true modern style.

Photography by Shannon McGrath
Photo of a small contemporary shower room bathroom in Melbourne with a vessel sink, white cabinets, a walk-in shower, metro tiles, white tiles, laminate worktops, an open shower and flat-panel cabinets.

Some times in design things just fall into place, and with this small or should i say tiny bathroom that happened. A private bathroom to the end of this bathroom space became a real feature, we created a corner window so when in the shower you feel like you are in your private garden . Dark tiles where selected to add drama tot he space and this really makes the green POP, a perfect example that using dark tiles in a small space can be highly successful. We hope you love this space as much as we do. Images by Nicole England Design by Minosa

These marble mosaics are so lovely to be in the same room as. Immediately you feel a sense of serenity. I like to think of them as fish scales. My client has a koi pond visible on exiting the bathroom. This was a renovation project. We removed the existing early '90s vanity, mirror and flour light fitting and all the plumbing fixtures. We than tiled the wall and put the new fixtures and fittings back. I love the combination of the black, white and timber with the soft greens of the mosaics & of course the odd house plant!

This project was all about taking a tired, cluttered bathroom and turning it into a calm, design-led sanctuary. The original space was heavy on storage but lacked character, with dated cabinetry, fussy curtains, and no real sense of style or flow. The new design strips everything back to a clean, modern canvas. We introduced soft neutral tiles in a handmade finish for texture, paired with a striking herringbone marble floor to elevate the look. A bespoke vanity with fluted detailing creates subtle movement, while the arched mirror framed by elegant wall lights adds depth and sophistication. Brass fixtures were chosen throughout to bring warmth and a touch of luxury, from the concealed flush plate to the wall-mounted taps. The layered lighting (including the ceiling pendant) ensures this bathroom feels inviting both day and night. To keep the design practical for everyday family life, we added bespoke built-in storage in the nook behind the door — the perfect hidden spot for all the family bathroom essentials (because beautiful doesn’t mean you can’t also be organised!). The result? A contemporary, timeless bathroom that feels effortlessly stylish yet practical — the kind of space you’d actually look forward to starting your day in.

Beautiful polished concrete finish with the rustic mirror and black accessories including taps, wall-hung toilet, shower head and shower mixer is making this newly renovated bathroom look modern and sleek.

Photography by Tom Roe
This is an example of a small contemporary shower room bathroom in Melbourne with an open shower, brown cabinets, a freestanding bath, a walk-in shower, beige tiles, a vessel sink, wooden worktops and brown worktops.

Contemporary take on a traditional family bathroom mixing classic style bathroom furniture from Burlington with encaustic cement hexagon floor tiles and a bright blue on the walls. Metro tiles laid in chevron formation on the walls and bath panel make the bathroom relevant and stylish

Another beautiful bathroom renovation! We absolutely love this stunning herringbone feature wall tile with class & sophistication. Herringbone is still quite the classic trend giving any bathroom a superior feel. Floor tile in Ash grey, with a marble vein design through it - just beautiful! Clean lines with stunning Silestone by Cosentino 'White Storm' stone bench top and undermount basin. And a touch of class with of course our friends Reece Bathrooms Reece Accessories. And don't you just love the long channel grate with tile insert, a much cleaner, hidden bathroom drain. www.start2finishrenovations.com.au

Dark tones make a space look smaller and lighter tones make it look bigger. However, reflective dark surfaces with a variation of tone create a sense of depth. Well though out black schemes can feel more spacious then pale schemes. Black schemes work better in electric light so a bathroom with no natural light can be dramatic. The master en-suite bathroom features a bespoke graphite colour sink in recycled glass lit from within with LED lighting fitted with bespoke chrome and black onyx taps above a black lacquered vanity unit. The wall behind the wash basin is clad with bespoke carved wooden panels with Art Décor detail. Textured grey/black mosaic tiles in the shower complement the grey silver floor tiles.

Rustic coral and dark wood wine cellar designed by Brayer. Dark finish wine cabinets are backlit in front of coral walls with a textured slate feature wall.

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Inspiration for a small contemporary back patio in London with a living wall and natural stone paving.

Bathroom with its Calacatta marbled vanity counter and undermount sink. Wall-hung toilet pan against a marble dado wall. Feature brass shelves match the warmer tones of the timber window frames. Photo by Dave Kulesza.