Paral by Inbani was designed by Víctor Carrasco, who created this time less range to define its well-thought-out proportions and emblematic design (www.inbani.com) . Gessi’s Venti20 range captures the essence and uplifting spirit of the “Roaring Twenties”, put ting a contemporary spin on this iconic period. Available through Lijomi, situated in the Marbella Club (www.lijomi.eu) . Apaiser has launched a new range of colours called Australian Palette, inspired by that country’s natural beauty. The range brings the rich tapestry of the Australian land scape into your space so you can create your own bathroom sanctuary in stone (www.apaiser.com) .
In the past, the bathroom has often been given the least focus when setting about a home reform, but recently this key area has gained more attention, transforming these usually functional spaces into veritable spas. Undertaking small updates can sometimes make a big difference – simply by switching up faucets, a washbasin or cabinetry, for exam ple. Rain showers are now becoming hugely popular in modern homes, offering a splendidly soft showering experience. For a touch of drama, a standalone bath never fails to impress, especially if it is topped-off with a chandelier looming above. Consider updating your surfaces with some sleek tiles or stone – this can make a staggering difference to the look of the room. If space is limited, shelving instead of floor-standing cabinets could be the solution for you, immediately opening up the space. Take a look at some of these ideas…
CONTEMPORARY BATHROOM DESIGN
The Icon series by Geberit comes with a ceramic washbasin that is available in various versions, as well as bathroom furniture in an array of surfaces, including shelving, han dles and cabinetry as well as illumi nated mirrors. Geberit is available from Decorbaño in Pol. Ind. Estepo na (www.decorbagno.com) .
SURFACES THAT MAKE A REAL DESIGN STATEMENT
The stunning 60cm x 120cm Benasque porcelain tile from Mykonos is non-slip, making it ideal for a bathroom, and it comes in white (as shown here) and grey. Available from Tiles Estepona in Barriada El Velerín 66 (exit Hospiten).
The Statuarietto Selected marble collection by Mercado da Pedra exudes a timeless elegance and natural authenticity. It is highly durable and offers an emblematic beauty. Available from Mercado da Pedra in Avda. de Salamanca in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.mercadodapedra.com) .
This stunning tile from Wow’s Ensō collection was inspired by the sacred symbol in Zen Buddhism that signifies the circle of togetherness. Wow is available from Decorbaño in Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.decorbagno.com) .
The Jensen Signature J6 is one of their most exclusive beds, featuring the company’s original zoned spring system with 16-centimetre Jensen Aloy® 3.0 pocket springs. This is their most advanced and innovative spring system, providing plenty of space for the hips and shoulders to rest as well as lower back support. It comes with folding seams on the sides of the reversible mattress, double-stitching on all corners and a discreet embroidered logo on the lower edge of the bed. The Jensen Aqtive II version, as shown here, has a dual-spring system in both the mattress and the base. It comes with a remote control where you can adjust the head and feet sections of the bed, powered by almost silent electric motors. Jensen is situated in Pol. Ind. Nueva Campana in Nueva Andalucía (www.jensenstore.com) .
