CLOAKROOMS & EN-SUITES
Luxe design in the cloakroom T
he first thing to say about a cloakroom is that if it’s well designed,
it can be just as luxe as a large bathroom space. There’s absolutely no need to compromise on style or sacrifice any of the particular design elements and while you might have to forgo a pair of statement basins, a single show-stopping piece placed on an elegant basin stand can achieve the same impact with a much smaller footprint. The trickiest part can be the extra challenges of
Comment by James Stevenson Creative Director, Imperial Bathrooms
a sloping ceiling or lack of natural light, but choosing appropriately proportioned basins and vanities will immediately stop the room from feeling cramped. There are plenty of small-scale products that are specifically designed for creating the illusion of space where there is none, while at the same time enabling a high level of functionality. Including short-projection ceramic ware and slim line furniture is a great way to reclaim a few extra inches, and make room for that all-important storage space without overcrowding.
Wall-hung vanities are also a practical solution
that do not impose on the surroundings, with corner vanities becoming a godsend when faced with an extremely tight space that is awkward in shape. The key thing to remember is that, while the room will never grow in size to accommodate the latest freestanding roll-top tub, a bijou bathroom doesn’t have to be boring – with some creative out-of-the-box thinking you can still achieve a dream look, albeit on a smaller scale. Visual tricks like layering lighting will help give
the area a more open feel, but my top tip is to keep in mind that a bathroom mirror is a must- have design detail in a compact space. A strategically placed mirror hung directly opposite a window will reflect light back into the room and also give the illusion of more available space. It’s simple but effective. Equally, creating a focal point can be a great way of adding impact without going big, so don’t be afraid to introduce interesting finishes into the mix – some furniture in contrasting materials or statement brassware in gleaming gold will add a layer of interest while taking up no extra space whatsoever.
Thurlestone Cloak offset vanity unit by Imperial Bathrooms P
art of the Astoria Deco Thurlestone Furniture Collection by Imperial
Bathrooms: A striking alternative to the traditional ceramic pedestal or basin stand. Thurlestone pieces come in a range of fine solid wood finishes including rich hand-oiled options. We’ve also
married proud tradition with the latest technology by introducing subtle refinements such as soft-close door hinges and mirror options with LED IP44 rated down lighters and anti-mist panels. The pictured Natural Oak vanity unit is specially
designed for compact bathroom spaces, measures H440 x W695 x D260mm and is available in a range of finishes:
• Hand painted wood finishes: White, Rosedale White, Cream Haze, Grey Ecru, Stoneywell Slate, Nutmeg Haze, Henley Blue and Moseley Blue
• Wood Finishes: Natural Oak and Wenge • Oiled Wood Finishes: Dark Oak and Light Oak
Designed for use with the Carlyon cloak vanity
basin, you can opt for either a left hand or right hand option for the height of convenience and freedom of installation. To finish the look, the basin features the Expression cloak mono basin mixer in Chrome, also by Imperial Bathrooms. For further product information and design advice please contact Imperial Bathrooms:
0870 606 1623
www.imperialbathroom.com
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