EN - SUITE ELEGANCE

TURN YOUR ADJOINING BATHROOM INTO A STYLE-LED SANCTUARY REMINISCENT OF THE FINEST HOTEL SUITE

- LINDA CLAYTON

1 UNITE THE DECOR

When spaces are within the same line of sight, it’s important to make connections using materials, colours and finishes. In this bedroom, the open-plan en suite was designed in tandem, and the results are beautifully cohesive. Architects Humbert & Poyet inlaid timber panelling and mirrors with brass and added brass hardware and taps to help everything flow as one. Furnishings and lighting made to order by Humbert & Poyet. York bath, £2,539, Victoria + Albert. ML 1230 Mackintosh basin mixer taps in antique gold, £982, Lefroy Brooks.

2 MAKE AN ENTRANCE

Regardless of your en suite’s dimensions, switching inward opening doors for sliding or pocket versions, or no door at all, will ensure every inch of the interior is usable. Install double doors to improve the flow and allow ‘borrowed light’ from the bathroom to brighten up the adjoining bedroom. As privacy is less of an issue, the doors can be left wide open most of the time. Hampshire bath, £1,515, Victoria + Albert. Interior design by Miriam Barrio.