SECRETS OF A LUSH BATHROOM

One basin or two? Shower, bath or both? Interior designer Naomi Astley Clarke shares how to make the bathroom a beautifully relaxing-but still practical-space

The bathroom is a beautiful conundrum a private space that’s often shared; a place of quick showers and slow baths; where we retreat alone or jockey for position at the basin. Getit right and it can be all things to all people,’ says Naomi Astley Clarke.

INSTALL FLEXIBLE LIGHTING

‘In the bathroom, lighting must be functional, enabling you to apply your make-up and skincare routines in bright light. But it should also have the potential to be atmospheric, allowing you to relax and unwind while enjoying a bubble bath. To achieve this balance, pair a back lit mirror ideal for the morning routine with a combination of wall lights and a pendant to create balanced illumination throughout the space. And opt for dimmer switches to give you complete control.’