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Bathroom Renovation

Bathroom Renovation

Ensuite bathroom with timber vanity and fluted glass shower screen

5 subtle ways to use curves to improve your bathroom design

How curves could be the key to your dream "feel-good" ensuite 

"Curves have the power to soften a space, to make it feel more alive, more invigorating. They add a sense of whimsy and playfulness, creating an environment that feels enlivened and effortlessly chic." Jonathan Adler, designer. In this recent ensuite...

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Double timber vanity with green sinks and pill mirrors

How to design a nature inspired ensuite bathroom

See our design process for this stunning ensuite bathroom renovation project, inspired by the feel of nature

The design brief

For this recent ensuite bathroom renovation, the aim for our clients was a space that evoked the “feel of nature” with “an understated luxury”. They envisioned a soothing and spacious...

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ensuite bathroom with blue aqua subway times and timber vanity

Ensuite Design – from moodboard to completion

Ensuite bathrooms are becoming increasingly popular in Australian homes.

They provide a private and luxurious space for homeowners to relax and unwind. If you're considering updating your ensuite, we've got a few key design trends to get you inspired.Let's start with the moodboard for this project which captured the essence...

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5 things to know about our American Oak custom timber vanity

Some people are speculating whether timber vanities are losing their momentum in the interior design world. But truth be told, these gorgeous solid wood vanities will never go out of fashion, and we will give you five compelling reasons why do we think so.A timber vanity is a long-lasting investment.All...

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Encaustic floor tile

Encaustic Tile – A Statement Feature in a Bathroom Setting

For those who are not familiar with encaustic tiles, we’ll give you some background so you can maybe think about incorporating these gorgeous floor tiles into your bathroom design when renovating your ensuite, main bathroom, or even a small powder room.The phrase ‘encaustic tile’ comes from Ancient Greek and means...

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Ensuite Wardrobe

Walk In Closet With Bathroom Plan

Recently, one of the most popular home renovation ideas has been connecting the walk in closet with the bathroom plan.To achieve a cohesive and smooth design, many things need to be taken into account. The design brief was to achieve a ‘modern and clean look with some timber elements to...

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freestanding bathtub

Can I have a Freestanding Bathtub in a Small Bathroom?

A long time ago we had only a few options for bathtub designs, and we had to rely on other design features to create a focal point in a small bathroom.Nowadays the options are endless. Not only do you have back to wall bathtubs, freestanding bathtubs, corner bathtubs, drop-in bathtubs,...

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Timber Benchtop Vanity

Stone Benchtops vs Timber Benchtops for Your Bathroom Vanity

One of the most common questions we get asked about our custom-made timber vanities is about the top surface. Whether stone benchtops are better than timber benchtops?When it comes to choosing the right countertop finish for your bathroom vanity, you have a few options to consider. But before you make...

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Marble Basin

What is VJ Panelling and Why Do Bathroom Designers Love It?

Now, choosing bathroom tiles can be quite a big job already, but choosing to do something different instead of the tiles like a VJ panel wall can take even more thought and planning when it comes to interior design.We are all familiar with the dilemma when we need to choose...

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Shower Niche

Shower Niche vs Shower Ledge?

We are quite sure you have heard about shower niche and shower ledge terms when researching about shower design or a embarking on Sydney bathroom renovation. Unfortunately, these words are used in interior design interchangeably and can therefore create a bit of confusion.So, let’s talk about the difference between...

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Blue Bathroom Tiles

Blue Bathroom Tiles

When it comes to colour in a bathroom design, blue bathroom tiles have been a very popular choice for a very long time.According to colour psychology, darker and richer blues like Navy Blue or Royal Blue are all about confidence, loyalty, and success. Whereas lighter blues are associated with tranquillity...

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Blackwood timber vanity

Blackwood Timber Feature

Australian Blackwood is also known as Tasmanian Blackwood and it is a member of a Wattle family. This timber is used for many purposes for example floors, cabinets, and other furniture. The best characteristics are that it's durable, strong and has a gorgeous colour. Carpenters love working with that timber...

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Small Bathroom Tiles

Fantastic Tile Ideas For A Small Bathroom

Usually, when we want to remodel a bathroom, we want something different, something trendy or more appealing. Something that is different from what we had before. This is also a good time to make some smart decisions when your looking for ideas for your Sydney bathroom renovation project.It’s not...

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Handy Tips For Visually Spacious Bathroom Design

Airy en suite design is all about light, space, and clean lines.The clever floor plan displays two separate entrances to the area. The main entrance opens the view of the gorgeous timber vanity and a mirror cabinet. This is the first thing you see when entering the en suite.Blackbutt

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Groove timber vanity

A hint of Our Australian Landscapes in Our Bathroom

This recently renovated bathroom has transformed into a beautiful safe space through minimalism, functionality, tradition, and imagination. It all started with the choice of the Tasmanian Oak, Grooved door vanity which is the key piece of this bathroom, interpreting our Australian landscapes through this vanity adding depth and style to...

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Groove timber vanity

Feeling Grooved

The vertical timber battens on this Tasmanian Oak vanity adds some textural interest to this intimate ensuite space going with the trend of naturalness.Timber tones from the vanity against the light grey stone look tiles add warmth and coziness to this ensuite, while the white tiles and hand basin add...

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Blackbutt timber vanity

Bright Bathroom Reno With Blackbutt Timber Vanity

Gorgeous Blackbutt timber vanities balance the cool light grey tile tones and adds warmth and softness to the whole look.The incorporation of timber elements within the bathroom environment is part of a larger global trend, where bathrooms are no longer just functional spaces, but becoming part of our living...

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Concrete basin

Coastal Design With White Poly Vanity And American Oak Mirror Cabinet

The elegant design has been achieved by combining poly vanity and timber mirror cabinet. Who said that it must be matchy-matchy. Not everything needs to be color coordinated or in this case from the same material.Neutral white 1400mm poly vanity has four drawers and timber cabinet pulls to tie...

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Custom made timber mirror cabinet

How Important Is Storage Space In A Bathroom?

When it comes to storage space in a bathroom, the opinion of the crowd is divided. One half says "storage is everything" and the other half believes it's more important to avoid overcrowding the space. Let us tell you why we believe it is worth spending time thinking about storage...

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concrete basin

Black Poly Vanities Are Taking The Stage

For those who love coloured vanities, poly vanities are the way to go, because they can be painted in any colour to suit your interiors or preferences.The classic black, white grey colour combination has been elevated with interesting textures and patterns. Introducing textures into design is a great way...

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rattan bathroom vanity

Rattan Style Is Making A Comeback

Rattan furniture is such a versatile style coming from the outdoor porch and terraces to our living room and bathrooms.Because of its look, it blends beautifully with various design styles like country, bohemian, coastal, etc. and works great with different textures and colours.Things that we love in this project:Beautiful custom-made...

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solid timber vanity

American Oak Beauties – Custom Made Timber Vanity And Mirror Cabinet

Like with any natural product, it is impossible to predict how the end product will look like because there are so many variations and every item looks different. In terms of look, Oak can be quite predictable, which is good if you're looking for a light colour timber in your...

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small timber vanity

Spacious Bathroom & Laundry Combo

If you have enough space, combining a laundry and a bathroom can be a very practical choice and that doesn't mean you have to compromise on design.Laundry:Laundry is hidden behind black bi-fold doors. White Ribbed Laundry Sink. White glossy tile for splashback. Black Goose Neck Kitchen/Laundry Mixer.Bathroom:Glossy Subway Wall Tile. 1000mm Spotted Gum

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Dark, moody bathroom

Black, White And Gold Powder Room Design

Walking into the powder room you will see a dark moody feature wall with black vanity and golden elements. You probably know the saying that smaller rooms need to be kept on the lighter side because whites and other light colors make the room bigger but if the room doesn't...

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Brushed Nickel Goose Neck Bath spout

Why Brushed Nickel Tap Ware is such a popular choice?

Do you remember the times when there was for tapware only one colour option available and it was Chrome?! Well, we've come a long way into a world of colours and interesting finishes. Chrome is still an option for many households but when Brushed Nickel hit the market, it was...

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Wormy Chestnut vanity

Wormy Chestnut Vanity Steals The Show

How often do you hear when starting a bathroom renovation that concentrates on one feature element, whether it's a feature tile, the colour of your tapware, mirror or something else and all the other elements and decisions will be wrapped around that centrepiece. Well in this case the timber vanity...

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Large bathroom

Playful Modern Bathroom Design

Modern bathrooms feature lots of greys and blacks introducing sophistication and drama. Bringing a little bit of color in, not one but maybe two or three, creates certain playfulness without being too much and this is what we love about this bathroom - playfulness on different levels!At the first glance,...

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Black Timber Vanity & Shaving Cabinet ♡

Not every day do we see black colours in the bathroom that take our breath away. But here it is in front of us in its gorgeous blackness.This bathroom has everything you need to feel comfortable and relaxed during colder winter days. Instead of a sharp black & white colour...

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Timber vanity in bathroom

Loving Brass In The Bathroom?

Choose Brass tapware to dress up your bathroom in golden hues. We have always loved the brass and timber combination. Both have warm undertones and make the whole bathroom atmosphere cozy and homey.Brass has always been customers' one of the favorite tapware colors in bathroom design and this project proves...

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How Combining A Bathroom With A Laundry Changes Our View On Design

European laundries have carved a solid path for how the bathroom & laundry will be viewed in the future. We no longer need dividing walls and isolating doors to create two separate rooms.So let's see why so many home renovators lean more towards practical and functional solutions. We get a...

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Spotted Gum Vanity Steals The Show

Talking about show stoppers here, the Spotted Gum custom made timber vanity and shaving cabinet are definitely in the centre of the attention.Looking at the 'before and 'after' image, you can see what a difference light colours make in a bathroom. When it comes to small spaces, using light colours...

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Groove timber vanity

In The Middle Of A Rainforest

This is one of the bathroom transformations that make you just say 'wow'. Think luxury, indulgence, tropical getaway, and lots of greenery.The owners of the house have done an amazing job of transforming their bathroom by incorporating the outdoors and bringing it in. This bathroom is all about the natural...

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Black groove bathroom vanity

Minimalistic Combined Bathroom Laundry

Lots of space and a Nordic-like feel make this bathroom a relaxing sanctuary.We love the contrast in this bathroom/laundry design. At the first glance, you wouldn't even say there is laundry because the laundry sink, washing machine, drier, and all washing powders are hidden behind a massive cupboard.What we love...

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Bold bathroom design

Bold And Colourful Bathroom Design

Not often do you come across an artistic-like bathroom full of energy and colors. To pull off abstract style is not an easy task but we think our customer's keen eye on details and 'full of life' attitude made this bathroom one of a kind!Some of the things that are...

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Double timber vanity

Chic Bathrooms Dressed In Subtle Pink

Sometimes when you hear the word 'pink' in home design, it makes you alert because it's not really the safest colour to play with, but this bathroom renovation shows that subtle pink with different greys is a match made in heaven and we are in love!Pink in bathrooms has made...

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back to wall bath tub

Instagram Worthy Blush Pink Bathroom

Can you imagine yourself spending half a day in a gorgeous bright bathroom getting ready for a brunch or just pampering yourself after a long day at work? Well, in this bathroom you definitely can and while you're at it, take a photo or two with this gorgeous bathroom design.Bathroom...

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Laundry Stone Bench Top

Modern Take On a Black & White Bathroom and Laundry

The Black and white combination in Bathroom and Laundry design has dominated for quite some time now and is still very trendy. Small but interesting designer details can lift the whole look to another level and this is exactly what was achieved in this project and we are in love!Bathroom...

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Let There Be Light – Beach Themed Small Bathroom Renovation

Usually, when you think about a house or an apartment close to the beach, you are imagining light and spacious rooms with lots of natural light coming from the windows. But how can you have all of this without any windows?Living by the beach has a lot of advantages and...

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American Oak Timber Vanity

American Oak Beauty In A Small Bathroom

When it comes to choosing timber for your custom-made vanity there are so many options to choose from but at the end of the day, you will have a gorgeous piece of furniture in your bathroom that ticks all your boxes.Beautiful custom-made American Oak Timber Vanity has a timber top,...

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Small Timber Vanity For A Bathroom

When Black Tapware Makes A Bold Statement

Choosing one color to dominate the theme in your bathroom is a great way to start thinking about a bathroom renovation and design the rest around it.EnsuiteMatte Black Tapware Instead of a classic Black & White color theme, the wall tiles are a little bit warmer grey and go very...

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Small Bathroom Renovation Project

Brushed Brass Tapware and Feature Tiles

There are a few ways to emphasize some features in your bathroom. The Brushed Brass Tapware and the Feature Tiles here are definitely the main actors.Brushed Brass Tapware and Accessories are used throughout all bathrooms. Unique Feature Tiles on the walls and even on the floor creates movement and point of...

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Custom Made Timber Mirror Cabinet

Can’t Get Enough Of Timber Vanities – Gorgeous Stained Tasmanian Oak

Custom-made Timber Vanity is a great investment, it will last you a lifetime and it will make an amazing statement in any bathroom.In both bathrooms, Stained Tasmaniak Oak is used for Timber Vanities and matching Shaving Cabinets. Big scale dark grey Hexagon floor tiles and small Hexagon tiles on the feature...

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Stone Elements in Bathroom

Different grey bathroom tiles color variations in bathrooms and laundry are still going strong and don't show any signs of disappearing any time soon.BathroomsSome of the things that work wonderfully with the grey bathroom tiles:Walk-In Shower that visually makes the bathroom bigger. Wall Hung Solid Surface Basin and custom-made Timber...

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Sandy Colours and Copper Features

Our lovely customer chose warmer colors in this wow bathroom to create a homey feel and we absolutely love it.The first thing that you notice, is how much natural light the bathrooms have, and using a muted light color like sandy beige, transforms the space completely. In the first bathroom, your...

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Beautiful Harmony between Wall Hung Basin Vanity And Custom Made Timber Vanity

In all three bathrooms, a Matte White Solid Surface Wall Hung Basins rest on top of Custom Made Timber vanities making them a statement in all bathrooms.In this bathroom renovation project, our lovely customer wanted to go with Solid Surface Vanities that will sit on Timber Vanities, and how...

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Bathroom Renovation inspired by Earth & Nature

The following project is a stunning example of how you can bring outdoor scenery indoors where every element creates a beautiful earthy flow.This is something our lovely customer Louise wrote to us and what she envisioned.Main features:- Colour scheme - Sand earth colours integrated with greens (tiles, basin, scenery)- The...

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Traditional Style Bathroom with a Modern Twist

There are endless ways to incorporate a "traditional" style into a bathroom renovation to suit your style. From sticking to "traditional" style all the way to tweaking and adding some modern elements to compliment it.In this project, we have decided to combine the best of the old and new worlds...

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Historical Gem in Queenscliff in North Sydney

Our talented customer has a great appreciation for design and a keen eye for the smallest detail. That passion was a force behind this beautiful historical house which is a combination of something old and something new.All the tiles, tapware, and fittings were purchased from Just In Place to compliment...

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This is a man’s world … Masculine inspiration

A bathroom renovation that is masculine yet refreshing and relaxing at the same time.In order to meet the brief and create a space that will stay true to its owner’s style and won't date in a hurry, the following decisions were made:Bathroom:1. Colour scheme:Keep it neutral. Light colors with grey...

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bathroom renovation

Innovative Bathroom Renovations Ideas To Design Your Bathroom Space

A home renovation can add a significant impact to the value of your biggest asset. A modern bathroom and kitchen space can dramatically enhance the appeal of your home.While remodeling your house, it is ideal to choose the right design, layouts, color palettes, fixtures, and amenities that reflect your personal...

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Freestanding Clawfoot Bath – Old-Fashioned Luxury

There aren’t many bathroom fixtures that say ‘old-fashioned luxury’ quite like the freestanding claw foot bath with a dose of nostalgia and vintage aesthetics.A clawfoot bathtub can instantly transform any bathroom.While this bath is the focal point of the room, it is recommended to complete the look with "Old English"...

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Brass tap ware

How To Master an Open Plan Kitchen, Laundry and Butler Pantry

Our love for open-plan spaces calls for creativity with layouts. In this brief, we had to master the flow between kitchen, laundry, and butler pantry.When your floor plan is just one big room - how do you fit everyone and everything necessary, hide what needs to be hidden and make...

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Maximising Space In Small Bathroom Renovation Project

When it comes to designing a large bathroom, the number of ideas we have is endless, but designing a small bathroom?! Well, that tends to be a bit more challenging.In order to "manipulate" space and create a flow that makes sense, the first thing to do is a case study...

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brass tapware

Use Brass Tapware To Make Your Sanitary Space Feel Luxurious

If you’re a home renovator, building a new home, or in the construction industry, you may need basins, laundry sinks, timber vanities, mirrors, and other fittings and accessories to compliment any interior design.When it comes to choosing the perfect sanitary tapware for bathroom and kitchen upgrades, the Brass...

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Magical transformation in Eastern Suburbs

"There is no magic in magic, it is all in the details" Walt DisneyWhen choosing to renovate an entire house, large or small, there are so many things you really should know, and creating a detailed checklist is the best way to ensure you have all your bases covered.So just...

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Sleek Black Kitchen and Stylish Bathroom, St. Ives

You could easily imagine this stunning black – yes black! – kitchen in a super-cool Manhattan loft but would you believe it’s at the heart of a busy family home in St Ives? Just because the owners dish up breakfast for the kids at that gorgeous, custom-made solid timber bench...

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Cottage Style in the City – Dundas Valley

When a family of 5 had the opportunity to renovate the husband's childhood home we had 3 things in mindBring it fast forward 60 years Stay true to its original features and era Get the tick of approval from its original tenants (the parents, who by the way loved the end results)In...

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Boutique Hotel Vibes – Bondi Bathroom

This uber-cool bathroom is giving us boutique hotel vibes.

Perhaps it’s because of the Wormy Chestnut solid timber custom-made vanity – designed and built by us here at Just In Place – or it could be those herringbone mosaic marble feature tiles?Perhaps it’s the sexy dark concrete his and hers...

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