6 chic bathroom vanities: from Art Deco to Mediterranean and more

Gold accents and rosy nude hues exemplify this trending style, as seen in this Queensland home. It was dreamed up by former owner Dominee Gessner from The Open Home & Tidal Constructions. Cylindrical pedestal basins are having a moment in the bathroom vanities sphere. As such, Dominee appointed a ‘Luna’ freestanding basin in Nood by Nood Co. “I think any home can have a version of this basin as the range of colours suits the majority of styles of home,” she shares. The basin’s curve has been echoed in the Middle of Nowhere mirror, set in a statement arch. “The ceiling was very high and the arch brings the room back down and helps the basin be a hero by encompassing and highlighting it.”

“Use your powder room as an experience for yourself and guests,” says Dominee. “It’s the room where you can be creative with ideas and style and it doesn’t need to function like other wet areas do.”

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Gold frame basin

Elegant yet playful, this bathroom blends Art Deco glamour with a relaxed coastal charm. This space proves that bathroom vanities don’t need to be big to be stylish. Going for a more compact pedestal basin allowed for a luxuriously large bath in this seaside dwelling. The traditional Turner Hastings basin with gold frame sets the tone. “We really leaned into Art Deco, even though it wasn’t the dominating trait in the home,” says Olli Ella founder Chloe Brookman, who renovated the home. The gold harmonises with the Rachel Donath ‘Arte’ mirror in Gold, completed with vintage pendant and sconces. A medley of rouge-toned Teranova mosaics on the floor combine with Gather Co tiles for a pop of cheery colour.

“I’m all for loading on with patterns and colours, but if you’re adding a lot of detail, you sometimes need to pare back other things,” says Chloe.

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Pedestal basin

Blend traditional touches with character for a powder room with laidback flair. Here, botanical wallpaper sets a dramatic scene in a small space. “A powder room is generally used for guests, so we tend to design these spaces with impact,” says Terri Shannon, director at Bloom Interior Design & Decoration. “This is a classic-style pedestal and it fits the home’s aesthetic.” A Perrin & Rowe towel holder and tapware punctuate the classical understone. The Cole & Son ‘Ardmore Cameos’ wallpaper adds Spanish zeal. A Julie Neill ‘Alberto’ wall sconce in Plaster White is the final flourish.

A pedestal basin is ideal for a smaller bathroom. “We would only generally use a pedestal for powder rooms as minimal storage is needed in these spaces,” says Terri.

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Bathroom vanities with storage

Timber joinery

Rich, warm and textured sums up the style of this main bathroom in Kyal and Kara Demmrich’s Bay Builds project. The couple specified a resort-style vanity, made by Loughlin Furniture. “The slatted timber is great for ventilation and adds an extra layer of texture,” says Kara. “The hardware colour was informed by the aged American oak and adds to the rich, warm colour palette.” Double sinks deliver dual usability, but consider your priorities before taking the plunge. “It really comes down to personal preference,” explains Kara. “The downside of a double sink is the sacrifice of bench space. Personally, I prefer one sink and more bench space – Kyal would say the opposite.”

“There are so many pros to a double sink,” says Kara. “If the space allows, it creates a sense of grandeur.”

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American oak joinery

In a home surrounded by hinterland, this main ensuite hints at country style while evoking elegance. Closed drawers and open shelving offers the option to tuck everything away or keep items on display for easy access, such as towels. “The solid American oak joinery was designed with simple lines,” explains Terri Shannon from Bloom Interior Design & Decoration, the designers behind this retreat. “Using a beautiful walnut-toned timber gives it the natural farmhouse look while elevating it to a more modern aesthetic.” A Carrara marble benchtop is a fitting contrast to the rustic-yet-refined timber. Bianco Carrara hexagon mosaic floor tiles from Earp Bros create a graceful base.

Opt for wall mouldings as a backdrop to your vanity, instead of tiles. “They bring warmth, character and a more tailored look,” shares Terri.

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Joinery finished in Dulux

This style unites refined and rustic elements. Set in the Mornington Peninsula, this main bathroom includes custom cabinetry by Werribee Joinery in Dulux Mcginley. It’s a gentle grey that’s grounding and sophisticated. A honed Carrara marble benchtop from G-Lux sits atop. The soothing palette extends to the chequered floor, using ‘Renaissance’ Amalfi and Carrara marble floor tiles from Surface Gallery. “We wanted to translate a classic tile design into a more modern aesthetic,” explains Terri from Bloom Interior Design & Decoration, the company at the helm of this project. ‘Cruz’ white gloss wall tiles from Byzantine Design create relief from the busier elements.

“We started with the wallpaper, then worked a scheme around this,” shares Terri.

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