Growing plants can be infinitely gratifying, and they give you a chance to connect with nature

STONE WORKS

Perfect in its imperfection, polished cement perfectly suits spaces that embrace modernism and minimalism. This spacious bathroom is awash in natural grey tones, ranging from the floor and countertops to the charcoal tiles used as definition.

High-shine cement gives this space a subtle sophistication, while the integrated countertops add a highly practical edge by providing storage. Handwoven fabrics collected from around the world lend pops of colour and break up the monochromatic palette. The quartz bathtub and the built-in polished cement bench form the focal point of this modern oasis. By placing the bathtub and a concrete bench away from the wall and on a plinth, the daily bathing routine is now elevated to an indulgent event to look forward to.