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Are bathroom packages the secret to a stress-free reno?

According to recent market research by Beaumont Tiles, choosing fixtures and fittings for your bathroom, cost blowouts and not knowing where to start are amongst the biggest challenges facing Australian renovators. Big ticket projects like bathrooms, can be particularly daunting, and leave renovators opting out of picking up the tools.

The solution? Beaumont’s strategic design team have created a series of bathroom packages that combine  quality products and provide renovators with peace of mind. Priced from under $4,000, they’re available in all Beaumont Tiles stores.

“The key to alleviating reno stress is having access to transparent costs and inclusions. That’s what we’ve provided with our bathroom packages,” says Beaumont Tiles strategic designer Vanessa Thompson. “All our packages have been mindfully designed to reflect Australia’s current top 10 trends, and include everything from the cabinetry, tiles and taps, right through to the tub. Our local stores will even help you find the trades to do it!”

With over 16 packages to choose from, she shared some of her favourites and her tips on styling your newly renovated bathroom:

Modern

Clean monochrome lines complemented by tiles configured to create a spatial illusion has been kept front of mind when curating the looks for this package, with options available for both warm and cool lit spaces.

“To complete this look, create playful balance with the inclusion of elements that draw the eye upwards. Always remember to soften a modern bathroom with scented candles, trendy vases, and brushed metal elements,” adds Vanessa.

The modern bathroom package

Classic traditional 

This package features a dark tile floor, with lighter wall tiles to draw the eye upwards and out. Further complemented by added texture with a feature wall tile and matching fixtures and cabinetry.  

“To finish off this bathroom, add touches of drama with glass, metallic and floral elements,” says Vanessa. “Think owl feather embellished towels softened with a gorgeous glass vase with tulip or other classic bloom.”

The classic traditional bathroom package

Scandinavian 

This package is all about simplicity and economic use of space that is as beautiful as it is functional – with loads of thoughtful storage.  

“In both package options we’ve selected a central focal point, then provided opportunity to add colour and layers. I recommend styling with natural elements such as a timber stool and indoor plants with geometric motifs to add theatre.”

The Scandinavian bathroom package

Coastal

“Coastal styling is all about bringing the outdoors in, to complete this bathroom I would opt for clean furniture in lighter shade neutrals or sea blue,” says Vanessa. “Then use indoor plants, rattan mats and seascape artworks to bring the outdoors in.”

The coastal bathroom package

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The ‘Net-a-Porter’ of bathroom, kitchen & laundry renovation

If you’re looking for an on-trend and easy-to-navigate edit of the latest bathroom, kitchen and laundry products, The Blue Space is your one-stop shop. After spending the last decade working in the digital arena for Australia’s leading bathroom brands, the site’s creator Josh Mammoliti, set up the business earlier this year to help renovators sift through the myriad products available on the market.

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“The disconnect we see is that Australians find it hard to make their bathroom or kitchen dreams look like the pictures in reality. They often don’t know where to start, they need to shop at multiple places or fear making a wrong decision – especially given a wet area is not only a major investment, but you want it to be timeless for the next 10 to 15 years. We want to showcase trends, inspire design and allow Australians to achieve stylish, sophisticated spaces without the stress,” says Josh.

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One of our favourite features of the site is the ability to purchase packages; ideal for people struggling to make design decisions. “Most customers prefer to recreate an overall look, in which case we offer pre-designed packages from local designers and suppliers to make it easier for them to choose. We also offer a product selection service where customers send us photos or specifications of their existing bathroom and we put together product suggestions,” says Josh who will be adding a 3D design service in the coming months. “The new design service will allow customers to not only have their bathroom designed in 3D but to take it away and continue to play with it before buying,” says Josh.

A trend-driven site, a team of design gurus and local designers are constantly sourcing the latest trends and creating collections around them. “We work with local designers each month to tap into the latest trends and create collections that inspire and can also be bought as an entire look, whilst keeping in mind the value of timeless investment pieces too,” says Josh who has a team of consultants available on the site for live chat too.

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“Bathrooms, laundries and kitchens are beautiful statement pieces in your home and a major investment making it so important to get it right. Our customers don’t want to be spending their weekends in showrooms, they want to be inspired on their mobile and tablets in the comfort of their own home and be able to purchase instantly,” says Josh.

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Bathrooms

Top five tips to warm up your bathroom this winter

With its hard surfaces of tile, stone and ceramic, the bathroom can be one of the coldest rooms in the house but, with a few clever tricks, it really doesn’t have to be that way. Recently, our lovely friends at Reece shared their top five tips on how to create a more inviting bathroom this autumn and winter.

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  1. Heat it up

Heated towel rails are a quick and easy way to add some luxury to your bathroom and will instantly warm up your space. Enjoy the feeling of wrapping up in a fluffy, warm towel after a steamy shower or bath. Heated towel rails are also an excellent space saver for storing your towels and add to the aesthetics of your bathroom too. There are a wide range of styles available to suit your bathroom design and practical requirements, including traditional ladders, swivel, mobile, freestanding and individual rails.

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  1. Add warmth underfoot

If you’re looking for a little warmth underfoot then underfloor heating is a clever solution and such a luxury on cold winter mornings. Because heat rises, underfloor heating is one of the most efficient ways to heat your home and is a great long-term investment.  Advancements in technology mean underfloor heating systems can now be installed in the concrete slab of a new build and can be retrofit too.

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  1. Rug up

Bath mats or rugs are an easy and cost effective way to keep your feet warm in the bathroom. Place them in front of the sink, toilet and shower to keep your feet warm. Opt for a warm colour or stylish pattern to add to your bathroom design.

  1. Let natural light in

Windows, skylights and a clear glass shower surround make the most of natural light and on a sunny day can add extra warmth. Make sure your windows are air-tight to avoid letting cold air into the bathroom – even the smallest crack can result in the loss of warm air.

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  1. Colour your walls

A splash of colour can instantly add a sense of warmth to your bathroom on a chilly morning. Warm tones such as red, orange and yellow can help create a cosy ambience in a space.

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Bathrooms RENO ADDICT

New minimal bathroomware from Raymor

The old adage ‘less is more’ certainly comes to mind with Raymor’s fresh new range of bathroom wares that combine clean, modern lines with subtle curves and smart design solutions for compact bathing spaces.

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And it was this simple, unfettered design that inspired an organic themed bathroom with timber-look tiles and a large, living green wall as its eye-catching feature.

The timber tiles and green feature wall called for simple bathroom fixtures and fittings so as not to overwhelm the space – exactly where Raymor’s new range fits in.

Raymor Wentworth Wall Hung Vanity TThe wall hung Wentworth vanity features a crisp white ceramic top and gloss white polyurethane cabinetry. Minimal bevel grip finger pulls and soft close drawers complete the look and make it just as beautiful to use. And while it looks compact in size, the Jamaica bath has added depth for full body immersion – an indulgent design feature.

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The Tanami collection of tap ware features gentle curves and is aptly named as it invokes the simplicity of Japanese design.

But when it comes to a fabulous design solution for a compact space, the Byron wall faced toilet suite really comes up trumps. The concealed cistern makes it the perfect choice for a tiny powder room or small bathroom.

Visit Raymor or tradelink for more.

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Latest bathroom basins are both space-saving and beautiful

There’s not more you can want in a bathroom than space-saving designs and beautiful fixtures, and the new basin offerings by Kohler Company tick both those boxes.

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A global leader in bathroom design and innovation, they have tackled the issue of tight spaces by introducing low profile wall hung basins and a counter top version. And while each of the basins is compact in design, they forfeit nothing in the way of style or eye-catching qualities.

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For those craving a statement piece with sleek, geometric lines, the Reve offers three different sizes, integrated counter space for toiletries and a beautifully faceted profile. The largest 1055mm wide model protrudes just 500mm from the wall, while the smaller 800mm model has a more compact 412mm protrusion and the mini 650mm option, a mere 400mm.

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One of the newest additions to the Kohler range is the sleek, lineal Reach wall mount basin with optional integrated towel rail in brushed steel. Protruding just 225mm from the wall and with a width of 500mm it offers the perfect solution for tight spaces while allowing ample room for washing. Larger models of the Reach are also available – the 700mm and the 1050mm models, which both feature large flat vanity areas either side of the basin for storing toiletries while again barely impinging on the overall space.

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For a dose of pure luxury in a confined space, the Antilia Wading Pool slab of beautiful cast glass is hard to beat. Its subtle rippled texture and slightly concave shape perfectly mimics the time-worn surface of natural stone under a cascade of water. And for really tight spaces a corner basin, like the Ove, can be the ideal fit. It takes just 225mm of space on each wall yet offers ample room for hand washing.

The complete range of Kohler bathroom basins is available nationally from retailers throughout Australia.