In this project from Kennedy Nolan architects in Melbourne, Australia, the team initially set out to restore the midcentury house designed by designers Chancellor and Patrick, but structural issues meant a new build was in order instead. But the architects still honored the original midcentury design—as seen in the main bathroom, complete with penny round wall tiles, quality fixtures, and rust-colored accents. Here’s a look at the details:
Above: The sink base is powder coated in a terracotta color. Photography by Derek Swalwell, courtesy of Kennedy Nolan.
Above: A gently curved wall opens into the bath area. Photography by Derek Swalwell, courtesy of Kennedy Nolan.
Above: The simple bathroom with a freestanding tub. Photography by Derek Swalwell, courtesy of Kennedy Nolan.
Materials
Above: The Academy Tiles Glazed Penny Rounds 82744 are available at Academy.
Above: For a similar floor tile, the Masterpiece Piece Siena Tile is from Signorino.
Faucets, Fixtures, & Paint
Above: The bath faucet is the Arne Jacobsen Vola Basin Faucet HV1-19 in natural brass; $1,278.75 at Quality Bath.
Above: The exact Laufen Washbasin is no longer available via Laufen, but the Val Washbasin offers a similar look.
Above: The Laufen Pro A Frame Wall Basin is a base for the Laufen Washbasin.
Above: The Una 71-Inch Acrylic Oval Freestanding Bathtub is $3,400 at Vintage Tub and Bath.
Above: The base is painted in Dulux Colorband Manor Red.
Lighting & Accessories
Above: The sconces are Artemide Dioscuri Wall Lamps; from $305 at Lumens.
Above: The Gubi Wall Mirror in polished brass is currently on sale for $1,699 at Design Within Reach. For more, see our post: 10 Easy Pieces: Simple Round Mirrors.
Above: For similar curtains, the Nya Nordiska Selma in Siena is sourced from the same linen company (Nya Nordiska) used elsewhere in the house.
Above: The CB2 Kindred Organic Cotton Tawny Hand Towel is on sale for $8.97.
Above: For a similar crocheted rag basket, see the Springtime Rag Rug Basket from Mojodede on Etsy; $35.
And for more bath designs, see our posts:
- Steal This Look: A Sunshine Bath in a London Townhouse
- Steal This Look: A Luxurious Bath in Shades of Pale
- Steal This Look: A Glamorous Shower and Ensuite Bath in London
- Steal This Look: A Graphic Bathroom with Vintage Charm
N.B.: This story originally ran on April 11, 2023, and has been updated.
