Pantone's Colour of 2015... Marsala

Pantone have just released their colour of 2015 and it is the very chic Marsala.

'Interesting on its own and a wonderful contrast for other hues, PANTONE 18-1438 Marsala serves as the foundation to the Spring/Summer 2015 palette. Sensual and bold, delicious Marsala is a daringly inviting tone that nurtures; exuding confidence and stability while feeding the body, mind and soul. Much like the fortified wine that gives Marsala its name, this robust shade incorporates the warmth and richness of a tastefully fulfilling meal, while its grounding red-brown roots point to a sophisticated, natural earthiness.'

Leatrice Eiseman
Executive Director, Pantone Color Institute®


The rich and warm tones of this hue will translate beautifully in the fashion world, but I think might be a bit trickier for interiors especially bathrooms. There are definitely some marsala-esque tones in our newest tapware finishes for example weathered bronze and Brodware's burgundy which will work beautifully with neutrals and white sanitaryware. So, are you brave enough to try this trend in your bathroom? 

 

 

5 mins with... David Moses of Horizon Habitats

For this edition of '5 mins with...' we've interviewed well-known Sydney builder David Moses of Horizon Habitats. Horizon Habitats have been building and maintaining homes across Sydney’s Eastern suburbs and North Shore for the last 25 years.

They've built some of the most luxurious homes in Sydney (if not, Australia) and we've been lucky enough to supply the bathroom products for most of these homes. 

Their work is impeccable and the highly professional staff are always a pleasure to deal with.

Describe your building work in 5 words…

Professional. High Quality. Service. Trust.

Which bathroom brand are you most likely to recommend to your clients?

Whatever they choose is PERFECT!!! My wife loves her Boyd Alternatives bath…

Who are some local or international designers/architects/builders that you admire?

We work with a multitude of talented designers and architects in Sydney!!! SAOTA in South Africa are doing some great work over there.

If you could build anyone’s bathroom (past or present), whose would it be? And what would you do with it?

The original Moses! We’d need drains on both sides of the bathroom as he parted the waters!!!

What’s the most important thing you’ve learnt about building bathrooms?

-Locate the taps outside the shower, so you can turn the water on and get it nice and warm before you get wet!

-Have a small step down in to the shower to stop the water splash out

-A niche is always a good idea to put some shelves for shampoo and soap

-Another niche for washing feet/shaving legs is also useful

What is your favourite Candana bathroom product and why?

The “Urban Rain” – designed by Candana, of course!!!

We would like to thank David Moses and the HH team for their continued support and for sharing a small insight into their building.
Check out their website and blog for more info.


all photos via Horizon Habitats

Do or Don't: Wallpaper in bathrooms

Wallpaper can be a tricky wall covering to pull off in bathrooms. It should most definitely only be used in powder rooms and non wet-areas but when done correctly can look absolutely breathtaking.

Whether it is an over-the-top print or subtle geometric pattern (as shown in the image above) wallpaper will instantly turn a cold, utilitarian room into an inviting space that reflects your personal style and some creativity.

Some of the most striking powder and guest bathrooms we've worked on have included some fantastic wallpapers combined with feature basins (bronze bowls, stone basins etc) and special finished tapware which immediately drew you into the space.

This on-going trend is adaptable to most people, from the bold-eclectic style addicts to the chic traditionalists, there's a wallpapered bathroom out there for everyone! 

Bird wallpaper with Duravit Happy D basin

Geometric elegance with brass fittings

Contemporary & fun yellow stripes

 Fornasetti wallpaper

 Traditional florals with brass fittings

 Bright, light florals open up a space

Contemporary black/white bathroom with modern wallpaper

Banana leaf wallpaper with traditional clawfoot tub

Top 10... New Products

Axor Starck V basin mixer, Studio Bagno Unit 60 basin

Kaldewei Asymmetric Duo bath, Hansgrohe Select S120 handshower

Brodware Yokato wall basin set, Menu Flip Around stool

Zucchetti Savoy basin set, Victoria & Albert Amiata bath
Brodware City Plus shower set, DCS Scarpa rails in white 

Brodware

Halo basin sets and bath set in Europlate finish

We have been supplying Australian tapware Brodware since Candana's very early days and we are so excited to share with you some of their newest ranges and product re-launches.

Brodware is our 'go-to' tapware brand, offering a wide selection of styles at moderate prices makes it an easy product to love.

From the traditional elegance of their Winslow range to their minimal industrial brand new Yokato range, you are sure to find a perfect match for your space.

All ranges are available in many different finishes, making this product as unique as every home they are installed into.

Make sure to keep an eye on our Facebook/Twitter pages as we'll be announcing the update of our Woollahra displays very shortly!

Michelangelo wall basin set

Michelangelo wall set in Europlate finish

Yokato wall basin set in Weathered Brass finish

City Stik freestanding bath filler with hand shower

Michelangelo wall mixer and spout in Nero finish

City Que basin mixer and freestanding bath mixer

City Plus basin set with 'D' handles in Nero finish

Halo wall set in Bright Copper finish

Neu England freestanding bath set with handshower

Neu England kitchen set with lever handles

all images via Brodware

Top 10... Basin mixers

Basin tapware is considered the 'jewellery' of basins, so choosing something fabulous is always important.

We've put together our current top 10 based on design, quality and overall greatness. 

Zucchetti Isystick, Axor Citterio

Astra Walker Metropolis, Paco Jaanson Only One

Paco Jaanson Batlo, Zucchetti Bellagio

Vola HV1, Brodware City Que

Sussex Voda, Gessi iSpa  

Colour trend... Metal finishes

Over the past couple of years we have been experiencing a resurgence of opulent metal finishes such as copper, brass and bronze.

Candana have always prided ourselves in offering our clients infinite options on finishes other than chrome.  These luxe finishes are a reflection that bathrooms are becoming more individual and bespoke. 

Visit our Woollahra showroom for examples of these stunning and on-trend finishes in basins, tapware and accessories.

Vola kitchen set in brass

Brodware City Plus wall set in Vecchio finish

Tom Dixon Lustre lights

Boyd Bronze undercounter basin

Brodware Neu England basin set

Gessi Goccia silver basins and brushed chrome wall mixers

Frost Lulu hooks

Vola KV1's in metal finishes 

Lavender Bay project by Candana, Vola in copper

Vola in copper