Cambridge Edition May 2019

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looking for unique design inspiration that will ultimately transform people’s living spaces.” Also offering a range of vinyl flooring – and perfect for those after vivid schemes – is For The Floor & More, with husband and wife founders Joe and Louisa applying their experience with print to produce their own unique patterned options. Meanwhile, the American Graffiti porcelain tiles from the Stone & Ceramic Warehouse feature designs inspired by street art and famous icons. They create a stunning visual impact when laid together on any floor or wall. The brand’s Rainforest patterned slab tiles also offer a striking forest pattern, turning your walls into art forms. From bathtubs to luxury showers, updating fixtures and fittings is the most obvious way to make a difference in the bathroom. A statement bathtub, for instance, adds instant glamour. Britton’s square Sustain bath is a modern take on the standalone tub, while the Albion Bath

Company offers a range of traditional shapes, with claw or ball feet, available in metallic, burnished and coloured finishes. Ashton & Bentley’s baths come in a range of coloured finishes and are a great way to inject personality into a bathroom. “Pinks and greens are particularly popular at the moment,” reveals managing director, Edward Carey. “Soft shades of pink give the room an elegant, retro feel, while green hues are perfect for creating a relaxing, natural ambience, especially when paired with wooden accessories.” Clearwater, meanwhile, offers baths in a variety of curvy, modern designs. Faye Froy, marketing manager at Clearwater, advises: “A bath is the main focus of a bathroom. Our distinctive Nebbia bath isn’t the usual symmetrical shape, but instead features one long end to provide bathers with extra back support and comfort. For those with small bathrooms, the Formoso Petite bath is ideal, and for those who appreciate the aesthetic of straight lines and edges, the Vicenza bath is a good choice. The floor-standing bath spout is also ideal for those who enjoy a particularly clean-cut looking bathroom.” One key piece has the potential to transform your room – from Lundhs’ antique basin to Crosswater’s range of black and gold feature taps. The BetteCraft basin, from bathroom manufacturer Bette, for instance, is formed into its craft-like ‘potter’s wheel’ shape by hand, while the BettePond Silhouette is a free-standing circular bath reminiscent of the original shape of the ‘tub’. Mix and match these contemporary shapes with vintage radiators, industrial lighting and copper-toned bathroom furniture is C.P. Hart. Rachel Martin, the company’s merchandising director, gives the last word: “In 2019, bathroom trends are manifesting themselves in a kaleidoscope of colours, finishes and shapes. In particular, we’re seeing water-inspired blues and greens revitalising bathroom schemes. There’s never been a better time to escape the restraints of minimalism and have a little bit of fun with bathroom design.” l accessories for an characterful feel. Offering a wide range of innovative

Opposite page American Graffiti tiles, £420 per m², Stone & Ceramic Warehouse Top left Clearline Sustain bath, from £175, Britton Bathrooms Top right Kittie flooring, £48 per m², For The Floor & More Above Vicenza bath, from £2,199, Clearwater

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