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Gold, bronze, platinum and titanium in the bathroom? Why not?!

Did you know that the average person spends about one and a half years of their life in the bathroom? If that’s not an excuse to update your bathroom, I don’t know what is. Today’s bathroom trends are all about bringing the luxury of a hotel experience into your own home. Here is a roundup of the latest in bathroom trends – use them as inspiration for your next bathroom refresh.

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Paco Jaanson’s gold and platinum range

All that glitters is gold with Pac Jaanson’s luxurious metallic hues lighting up the stage at Milan’s Design Week. The metallic colour palette in the new ColorISVEA range is all about practical sophistication; the Soluzione Wall Hung Pan ($1,400) has a ‘SmartFix’ feature and a concealed cistern, keeping a clean and fresh look that is easy to maintain.

Soluzione Wall Hung Pan in platinum

The Sistema vessel basin ($900) is an elegant choice, designed with a push-open, overflow plug and waste. Available in gold and platinum and made from a glazed ceramic, the collection is designed to withstand long-term use yet maintain its aesthetic appeal.

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Their innovative Italian designs are sure to transform any bathroom space into a lust-worthy on-trend space with cutting edge appeal.

Merwe’s bronze basins

Bathroom store Candana are all about creating timeless elegance in the bathroom and their latest Merwe additions would give any bathroom renovation a touch of luxury.

Merwe Loch basin

Bronze speaks of ancient worlds and old-world charm. Merwe’s Australian-designed Loch and Moat basins ($2,699) are made from silicon bronze, a lead-free material that will age and change over time. They will gradually add further grandeur to your basin while maintaining a modern minimalist style.

Merwe Moat basin

Kohler’s titanium taps

Kohler have released a beautiful set of tapware in a lustrous titanium PVD finish. The Avid range won the prestigious Red Dot Design Award in 2015 in polished chrome. Its recreation in titanium is sure to be a winner for those looking for something a little darker and different! Reminiscent of liquid metal, Avid’s gentle, fluid form rises from the benchtop and is stretched to a slender, tapered spout.  The lever control is an extension of the body of the tap – no harsh edges, sharp angles or unnecessary embellishment.

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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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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.

Tanami Bath Set 160mm

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.

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Last night’s Block bathroom reveals

With myself busy moving house and Jen out for dinner with The Block judge Darren Palmer (surely that’s a good excuse for not watching!) neither of us got to enjoy the full episode. Lucky for you, I got up early and watched the reveal and my my, were there some gorgeous bathrooms! How the contestants manage to create these rooms in 72 hours I’ll never understand! Well, onto the judging…

Tim and Anastasia. Came 1st.

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I couldn’t help but laugh when I saw Darren and Neale Whitaker squished together in the bathroom. It is tiny! But both judges agreed that while it was small it was perfectly formed and ticked all the boxes for functionality, practicality and still looking good! With some beautiful textures and luxury tapware, it was a huge improvement from the couple, who’ve come second last in both previous eliminations.

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GET THE LOOK: Ninnho BUDGIE bath towel set (similar).

Ayden and Jess. Came 3rd.

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I love anything and everything Moroccan, so I thought the tiles were absolutely gorgeous; but I had to agree with Neale that it was just a bit too much for a small space. Their mirror was also pretty special, but they lost points for not including any face level storage. As Neale put it, the space was more style over substance.

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GET THE LOOK: Vintage Timber Fruit Crate (similar).

Ebony and Luke came last and were sent home.

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Oh, I really felt for these two! To come so far and then get knocked out at the final hurdle would have to be devastating, especially when their room was unfinished. Darren liked the colour of the feature tile, but the compliments pretty much stopped there. There was no door, no shower screen and the vanity was incy. Darren even commented that the vanity was comical, what with the large-scale tapware and tiny sink.

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OUR PICK TO BUY: Ragnar Pendant (above).

Charlotte and Josh. Came 2nd.

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Wow was the first word out of Neale’s mouth. Calm, serene and with a sense of zen, the space managed to feel soothing even though it was small. Large format tiles, timber, and beautiful tapware all complemented each other nicely, with the real standout being the custom-built, face level storage which was set into the wall. Very clever. They are definitely the couple to watch! As Darren said: “I had high expectations and they haven’t let me down.”

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GET THE LOOK: Galapagos: Kaffir Lime & Cocoa Butter Candle (similar).

The remaining three couples are now officially onto The Block! Are they your favourite contestants? Or do you think Luke and Ebony should have stayed?