Lynda and Peter Thomas knocked a pair of Victorian seafront semis into one to create a spacious and individual home. The couple have used a combination of reclaimed materials, antiques and junk shop finds, along with newer items, to create charming interiors.
Joanne and Andy Ross’s bathroom makeover required patience, commitment, scaffolding – and a forklift truck; no wonder it won the title of Best Bathroom in our Readers’ Awards 2009. The bathroom includes an Albert basin and stand teamed with Victorian taps and a reclaimed roll top and is decorated in shades of white and blue to create a light and airy feel.
Jane and Paul Kitching’s Georgian rectory has been brought deftly up to date with a thorough renovation, an appealing colour palette and period furnishings.
Andy and Denise Ward’s first hands-on period renovation won their home recognition as Best Townhouse in our Readers’ Homes Awards 2008. Their bathroom makeover was designed on a budget with many high-street bargains.
Tracey Michaels bought a 15th century farmhouse set on top of a hill in the tranquil countryside and put a lot of thought and effort into the renovation, including this French style master en suite bathroom.
Rebecca and Mark Harris have created an oasis of calm with a mixture of contemporary natural finishes and elegant antiques that won Best Period Bathroom in our Readers’ Homes Awards 2008. A variety of neutral coloured tiles have been used throughout the bathroom, which includes a roll top bath and a mirrored cupboard that adds a contemporary touch.
When Wendy and Geoff Arnot found an expertly restored 16th-century house, they knew they would enjoy putting their own stamp on it and that it would become their ideal family home.
Add some 17th century style to your home with a sturdy farmhouse kitchen-style table, silver candelabra, floral cushions or a freestanding slipper bath with ornate feet.
A sanctuary, a spa and a space of your own – a bathroom designed for indulgence is a luxury you can enjoy every day, says Maggie Stevenson. Find out more about how to design the perfect boutique hotel-style bathroom.
One of the pleasures of staying in a chic hotel is the bathroom. Warm, bright and pristine, it’s the ideal place in which to start and end a day; so when you’re planning a bathroom at home, why not incorporate elements of luxury hotel style into its design? Here are some great design ideas.
