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

Drift San Jose

Mexican hotel Drift is located in San Jose Del Cabo's historic art district and is the first of a series of hotels that will fill a niche between boutique and youth hostel. 

Drift is designed to promote social interaction with a pared down, do-it-yourself atmosphere. 

The rooms are basic and open concept, influenced by industrial urban lofts and Baja ranch architecture. 

The use of concrete, steel and wood in the bathrooms accentuate this perfectly and make them some of the best bathrooms we've seen in hotels.

 via Drift San Jose

Top 10... Black & White bathrooms

Whether it's a traditional or contemporary bathroom, black & white is the epitome of chic and will never date. We've put together 10 of our favourite black & white bathrooms for you to enjoy!

Black Tara Classic by Dornbracht

Black claw-foot bath, similar available through Victoria & Albert

Isystick by Zucchetti

Isystick by Zucchetti

Pedestal bath, similar available through Victoria & Albert

Candana client home: Tina & Louise

 

  Today I have the extreme pleasure of sharing with you the delightful home of one of Candana's most favourite designers Tina De Salis of Tina & Louise.

Interior designer Tina is not one to shy away from colour or pattern and has a unique way of combining many design elements and styles to create divine living spaces.

Her own home is a perfect example of her design aesthetic, bright pops of colour amongst  minimal and sleek architecture. I mean, how great is that fuchsia Egg chair right?!

 The wallpaper in the bathrooms beautifully relate back to the colour used throughout the home. We love to see homes where the bathrooms are included in the overall design and are an extension of the furnished home. 

A big thank you to Tina for sharing her amazing home with us, we are constantly amazed and thankful that we can be involved (even if it's a small part) with beautiful homes such as this one. 

all photos via Tina De Salis