PRETTY IN PINK Delicate hues are at the heart of this tranquil en suite
DISCOVER THE SECRETS TO CREATING THIS LUXURIOUS HAVEN OF CALM
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As part of the renovation of a listed Tudor manor house in Norfolk, Danielle Marsh and Emily Holder of Wells and Maguire converted a gloomy guest room into a spacious en suite for the main bedroom. ‘We knocked through the wall, added glazed doors, and restored the original floorboards and painted them white,’ says Danielle. ‘Instantly the space felt lighter and brighter.’
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Asked to create a tranquil retreat for the owners, who have five children, Danielle and Emily specified a luxurious bath, set in the middle of the room as the focal point. ‘It is also centred on the window to give the best view of the trees.’ An adjacent small table provides a handy surface for bath oils.
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Pretty, pink herringbone wall tiles zone the basin area, with the white washbasins and vanity unit chosen to match the bath. ‘White is clean and fresh, while pink adds subtle colour, with its warmth echoed in the brushed brass taps and details.’ The symmetrical arrangement of the washbasins and wall mirrors enhances the elegant feel of the space, while three wall lights balance the look.
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An original turret has been cleverly converted into a corner walk-in shower, clad in iridescent mosaics, with soft lighting built into both the ceiling and a wall niche. The large overhead shower, in a brushed brass finish, delivers an invigorating spray.
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A dramatic crystal chandelier hangs above the bath, accentuating its role as the key feature of the room. Practical ceiling spotlights are fitted on a separate circuit, as are the wall lights above the basin and spots in the shower. ‘This space is flooded with natural light during the day, and provides a haven of relaxation when softly lit at night,’ Danielle says. →