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flash of gold always brings of luxury to any situation and, in the bathroom, gold-hued metals are back. Whether brilliant brass or burnished copper, it’s all about subtle touches rather than a gaudy 80s look. Add in a delicate mirror, beautifully crafted lighting or shiny plant pots to get it just right. For full-on glam in a spacious room, gold taps and shower heads bring an instant uplift. Designed by architect Jean-Marie Massaud, Axor’s new Edge bathroom range includes minimalist fixtures in polished brass, gold and red gold, and are design statements all by themselves. Meanwhile, Industville’s brass pendants, bulkhead wall lights and Edison-bulb lamps have an industrial vibe for instant modernity. Known for its elegant homewares, The Libra Company has a range of brass accessories that also tie into the theme. Jacqueline Hewitt, head of buying and merchandising, comments: “Brass fittings instantly add a touch of glamour to any minimal bathroom scheme and look particularly good when paired with natural surfaces, such as concrete and marble. Brass mirrors, for instance, are a great way to add a subtle warmth to the space and complement any hardware you have in the same finish. Our Aurora collection combines a delicate frame with beautiful antique-style mercury glass to create a look that is elegant and eye-catching.” Whether you opt for a marble-print wallpaper or a lavish countertop, marble is not going away, and brings effortless style to any bathroom. On trend this year are bolder patterns and warmer hues. Unusual grains and deep colours can look like art installations when used sparingly and in the right context. The most contemporary bathrooms are opting for dark finishes, like black, purple and vivid ‘vein’ contours. Oliver Webb, sales director at leading stone suppliers, Cullifords, agrees: “We are noticing a trend towards more terrazzo- looking surfaces or, what we call in the stone world, ‘brecciated stones’. It is a
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