Style advice
Three simple tricks to try in your own home
IN THE BEST LIGHT
Lighting can really enhance the atmosphere in a bathroom, but there are safety issues to keep in mind. ‘We wanted hanging pendants above the bath, to create a relaxing feel, so we looked for specialised splash-proof lights with a rating of IP65. We also had downlights fitted into the ceiling for when we want a brighter light.’ Michelle positioned the pendants by a mirror to maximise the effect and grouped a trio together to make a striking style statement.
USE EMPTY SPACE
‘When the builder removed the old cistern toilet, it left a gap behind the wall, so we decided to create a recessed shelf where we could keep bathroom bits and pieces,’ says Michelle. ‘You can never have too much storage in a bathroom, so I thought it was the perfect spot for more shelving.’ Michelle painted it in Ambleside by Little Greene to add another splash of colour to the room, complemented by a mix of green, black and gold accessories.
CELEBRATE WHAT YOU’VE GOT
‘We wanted to make the most of the architectural features, like you would in any other room in the house, such as the original fireplace,’ Michelle says. ‘We painted the surround in Little Greene’s Ambleside eggshell to tie in with the vanity unit and filled the hearth and mantelpiece with scented candles and vases. To add further character to the space, we added tongue-and-groove panelling, which we then painted in a soft blue.’
‘We love all the architectural features and wanted to make the most of it’