PETER MIKIC, interior designer

Starting with a simple box-shaped room, I wanted to add a sense of drama. I used arches to give the space a strong architectural identity, inspired by the work of the Spanish architect Ricardo Bofill.

In his own home, a repurposed cement factory called La Fábrica, located on the outskirts of Barcelona, he used arches to create a distinct feel throughout. I draw heavily on 20th-century design in my work and the fact that Bofill’s home, created in 1973, still feels so current and fresh is true testament to his skill.

The look is subtly decadent and luxurious. Of course, a bathroom needs to be practical, well designed and considered, but its success also comes from how it makes you feel, from when you take an energising shower in the morning to relaxing in a warm bath before bed. Centred in the room is a compact freestanding bath in a matt mineral resin, which is designed to be ultra-inviting. The symmetry of the design as a whole brings the eclectic elements together and creates a sense of structure.

With this project, I have focused on tactile materials, from the polished plaster walls to the terrazzo tiles and reclaimed oak floor. I particularly enjoy using recycled materials and seeing them come alive again in a contemporary way. Despite the combination of materials being unexpected, an earthy, grounded undertone of colour brings the room together.

Peter Mikic Interiors, 020 7729 7810, petermikic.com