How to: choose the perfect bath tub and basin combo


Bathrooms are one of the most important and versatile rooms in your home and you can draw inspiration from all walks of life to create a space that is certain to turn heads. But designing a bathroom for your new or soon-to-be renovated home is a tough and time-consuming task. There are many elements to consider including size and shape of the space, theme, usage and costs, just to name a few! It’s important to not only design the right space but to also select the right fittings and fixtures to ensure that you enjoy your bathroom for years to come.

To make it easier, luxury freestanding bath brand Victoria + Albert’s marketing director, Jonathan Carter, has provided his top tips to help you find the perfect pairing.

Victoria + Albert Pembroke bath and Pembroke 52 basin

Know what your space is used for

Before you start planning your space, consider how your bathroom will be used and the style you’re aiming to create. Will it be a relaxing resort-like space for adults, a busy family bathroom, or a compact en suite? Understanding the bathroom’s purpose will help determine what products and materials to choose. For example, a busy family home could benefit from a double basin vanity unit to help minimise morning delays. If this is the case, opt for two identical basins that will streamline the look of your vanity space.

Consider coordinating

Consider matching your bath and basin for a married yet timeless look. Baths and basins that naturally complement each other exude a synergy that creates a clean and balanced space. The seamless connection between the two is ideal if you want to give your bathroom a classic vibe. You can choose to use monochromatic tones such as white, or minimalistic colour palettes like muted grey and pebble tones. Remember to also consider the view from the ground up — if you choose a traditional claw foot tub in classic white, consider metal feet finishes to match your basin tapware and fixtures.

Victoria + Albert ios bath complemented by ios 54 basin

Add personality by contrasting

In contrast, mismatched baths and basins are making a splash. Mixing and matching designs and styles gives personality and vibrancy to your bathroom, while varying textures and finishes add depth to your space. Consider making the bath and basin the visual centrepieces of the room by mixing different materials to create a personalised and eclectic look. Opt for designs with varying exterior paint finishes for luxurious yet striking statement pieces. Don’t be afraid to add some finesse to your basins with elegant tapware.

Be practical and make the most of your space

While aesthetics are important, you need to consider practicality and opt for purchases that maximise the room’s space. Contrary to popular belief, a freestanding bath opens up the wall and floor, creating a sense of light and space. The majority of homes feature built-in bath tubs, which can box off the space. Benchtop and storage space play a critical role in the practicality and design of basins and vanities. Try pairing a freestanding bath with a wall-mounted basin for a streamlined feel. Wall-mounted basins leave visible floor space, giving the illusion of more room.

Victoria + Albert Mandello Volo vanity

For more information about Victoria + Albert.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

In Mauritius, Secluded Beaches, Verdant Hills and Harmony

Image
“We’re a bit like a puzzle,” said Santosh, when we reunited on his turf over 15 years later. “There are very distinct pieces. People have held onto their own identities but found a way to make it work, so it fits into a picture of its own.” In the end, it’s that compelling mosaic that lured me to Mauritius’s shores. Scouring social media would lead a prospective visitor to believe that the island ends where the resorts do. I was eager to explore what lay beyond plunge pools and bath butlers. Photo The volcanic isle was first discovered by the Arabs in 975; but when the Dutch landed on Mauritius in 1598, it was uninhabited — aside from wildlife like the dodo, a bird famously rendered extinct by Europeans but still resplendent on Mauritian rupee notes today . The French came in the 1700s, followed by the British. With the 1835 abolition of slavery, migrants flooded in from the east: Indian indentured laborers and Chinese shopkeepers. The Indians’ struggles are chronicled in Port Louis...
Read more

How Progressive Activists Are Leading the Trump Resistance

Image
During the Fourth of July congressional recess , grassroots activists in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, flooded a town- hall meeting hosted by Republican Rep. James Sensenbrenner. The crowd had come to hold their barrel- bellied congressman accountable for his vote in favor of the House Trumpcare bill , legislation that would have led to 23 million Americans losing their health insurance. Can Democrats Fix the Party? Trump's victory exposed the party establishment as utterly broken – now Dems hope to rebuild in time for a 2018 comeback Ninety minutes later, as Sensenbrenner fled the public library parking lot in a black sedan – under police escort, sirens bleating through chants of "Shame! Shame! Shame!" – these protesters had demonstrated the power of a new wave of local activism in the age of Trump. Nationwide, this tide of progressive resistance has sent GOP members of Congress into hiding from their own constituents, and steeled Senate Democrats into a unified oppositio...
Read more

Fabulous successful gite complex and pool Offers around £333000 STERLING

Fantastic opportunity to purchase a 4 bedroom Charentaise house with 3 splendid gites and a large pool. The house is completely private and even has its own entry to the pool. The 3 gites are across a small quiet road from the main house and all have private courtyards with barbecues. All gites have an upstairs shower or bath room as well as a second toilet downstairs and fully fitted kitchen . The gites are suitable for long term rental as well as short high season occupancy as they all have heating so can be used throughout the year. It would be possible for future owners to rent the properties full time , offer short term lets or even sell some of the gites separately An added bonus is the property has a borehole which provides water for the pool and main house garden at no cost and gives a huge saving on water bills. The property is situated in a tranquil hamlet in the heart of rural Charente, surrounded by rolling farmland. It is only 4 kilometres from the...
Read more