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Better decisions through design

Design Knowledge

Layout, proportions, materials and details all influence how a bathroom looks and works every day.

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Better decisions through design

Design knowledge.

A good bathroom is more than a collection of beautiful products. Layout, proportions, materials and details all influence how the room looks and works every day.

01 / Planning

Planning a Bathroom

Start with the room, the people who use it and the practical requirements.

  • Understanding the layout
  • Allowing comfortable circulation space
  • Thinking about storage and access
02 / Materials

Materials & Finishes

See how surfaces, colours and metal finishes work together.

  • Choosing tiles and grout
  • Combining brassware finishes
  • Balancing texture and colour
03 / Details

The Details That Matter

Small design decisions can make a bathroom feel considered and easy to use.

  • Shower niches and shelves
  • Mirrors and lighting
  • Drainage, edges and transitions
04 / Small spaces

Small Bathroom Design

Make the most of limited floor area without making the room feel crowded.

  • Compact fixtures
  • Visual openness and storage
  • Where wall-hung products help
05 / Style

Classic vs Contemporary

Discover how traditional references and modern forms can work together.

  • Choosing a clear design direction
  • Mixing old and new carefully
  • Keeping the room coherent
06 / Experience

Designer’s Perspective

Practical observations about specifying products, coordinating finishes and resolving details.

  • Why proportions matter
  • Common planning oversights
  • Balancing appearance and installation
A useful principle

Design the whole room, not just the individual products.

Consider how every choice relates to the layout, light, storage, installation and the way the bathroom will be used.