THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX

‘I find layout is really important: on entering the room you need impactful focal points,’ says Edwina Boase, who advises looking at luxury hotel bathrooms for ideas on how to fit everything into a space in a stylish way.

‘A walk-in shower is a good option if you want the room to stand the test of time and not look dated; I like a very minimalist screen, but often I’ll avoid using one altogether and create a wet room, which looks smarter and more hotel-like, particularly in a compact space.’ (Bear in mind that if you have a shower without a tray or screen, you will need to ensure the room is properly sealed.)

‘Framed shower screens and enclosures can look a bit unkempt after a few years,’ adds Boase, ‘so having a walk-in makes a visual statement, and lasts longer.’

Niches cut into the cavity wall work well for storage in showers or to house towel radiators. They make the room appear thought-through and provide a place to add interest with lighting and changes of tile finishes. Lisa Schiller

Edwina Boase designed this serene space, featuring handmade Moroccan concrete tiles by Popham Design (pophamdesign.com) and the Eldon bath by Victoria + Albert (vandabaths.com)