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Arched Mirror

Gold Coast Ensuite Renovation

The bathroom is the most significant room in any home. At least, we think so! Bathrooms are a special class of room, which, along with kitchens and ensuites, are more suited to expressive approaches than other more mainstream interiors. The limited nature of these types of rooms, in conjunction with their special purposes, lends them towards interesting design possibilities. 

An ensuite renovation may be an opportunity to create an individual identity for a new room, a partnership with an existing room (e.g. the main bathroom), or it may arrive somewhere in between. Either way, like any bathroom renovation, the personality of the room must be reimagined towards an outcome compatible with the renovation goals – while being aligned to meet a budget and retain a sense of integrity. It’s not a trivial undertaking!  

The best thing about this Gold Coast ensuite renovation is the way it arrives at this intersection between style, restraint, and workmanship. There are no over-the-top features, rather a perfectly assembled collection of subtle attributes that work together to create a wonderful new room ready to add value to the property as well as to the lifestyle of residents. 

We explore the ways this room is working below. If you’d like a free consultation and quote for your main bathroom or ensuite from the Gold Coast’s leading renovation company, please contact Armrock Constructions today.

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Before & After

Before & After Renovation

Ensuite Shape

Because our team is led by a builder (business owner Roland Balo) structural modifications are always an option in our Gold Coast bathroom renovation projects. This might include changes such as taking out a wall, combining rooms, modifying plumbing and suchlike. In most renovations, this one included, we usually find ourselves working with the original space. Like many ensuites this one has a rectangular shape, and with limited space a carefully planned approach was required. Having said that, there has never been a bathroom reno where that’s not the case! 

Ensuite Colour Scheme

The colour scheme is always going to be one of the most important aspects of a bathroom design. Regardless of other factors, colour has the capability to make the strongest initial impression and facilitate the immediate decision of “I like it” (or not). This bathroom uses a medium-toned colour scheme where white walls surround and embrace an interior floor-wall strip of textured marbled tiling. 

This book-ends the room, concluding a culmination of focus towards the shower at the back of the space. The timber colour in the vanity is in sync with the flooring, although of a lighter tone, creating a sense of emergence and elevation from this feature inclusion. Finally, the brushed brass features (tap ware, shower-head, towel-rails) are a highlight which is complementary to the general colour scheme. Unlike a strong contrast bathroom (e.g. white room with black highlights) the relative closeness of the colour tones helps to integrate the overall impression of this room. 

Learn about using colour to create a holistic bathroom

Ensuite Contrast

Ensuites, like bathrooms, can successfully utilise a variety of different solutions in contrast to achieve different results. From high contrast (e.g. black and white) to lower contrasts (e.g. all one colour, charcoal, perhaps, or beige) the contrast in a room largely determines how the room feels. This bathroom uses a medium/strong amount of contrast, with mid-tone tiles juxtaposed against white walls in an approximately 50/50 ratio. This solution creates a pleasant rhythm and a strong sense of integrity and balance in the room. It’s a friendly and accessible feeling – just right for a bathroom! 

Bathroom Patterns / Textures

The extent of pattern & texture used in a bathroom adds depth and interest to the design, as well as a sense of hand-craft, natural materials, or process. Used minimally or extensively, in different degrees, textures and patterns can enliven and inform spaces even when they are of the same colour. This ensuite is quite textured via the extensive marbled floor / wall tiles, but, like the colour note mentioned above, this produces a medium / strong amount of contrast which reinforces the colour choice. 

Timber Look Vanity

Ensuite Custom Vanity

This vanity unit is custom-made and includes timber-look laminated draws and cabinet, with a white bench top, mounted basin and brushed brass tap ware. It is a simple, minimal design, and in a style popular in many of our Gold Coast renovations. In deference to the small space offered within the ensuite, the custom vanity  also includes a toilet-roll holder on the side. In any bathroom, the vanity unit is always the centerpiece. A custom-made vanity is a fabulous way to truly embrace the sense of style you’re looking to accomplish. In addition to the size and shape of the unit, they can also be styled to your exact requirements. 

Learn more about timber-look laminate vanities

Brushed Brass Fixtures

Brushed brass fixtures are a great option to add a luxurious touch to your bathroom aesthetic. They’re very versatile and work with a number of different contrast and colour solutions. They’re particularly popular with white bathroom backgrounds, which is a practical thing because many bathrooms are white.. and they go great with timber finishes, especially lighter timbers. In this bathroom, they work within a similar colour range to other tones in the room, and accentuate these whilst also bouncing off the white walls for a fresh and bright feeling. 

Curved Shower Glass & Arched Mirror

Curves All Round

How to make a small ensuite feel bigger – use curves! Curves help to break up the room and create a sense of space and freedom. Even in a small ensuite, curves make a big difference. In the case of this Gold Coast renovation, the curved shower glass works together with the arched bathroom mirror not only create this sense of space, but also establish continuity within the room. 

Horizontal Line

Defining with Line

One of the challenges in any bathroom renovation is reconciling the different elements in the room. Bathroom fixtures and fittings tend to be different shapes and sizes, and especially in a small room like an ensuite, careful planning is required to ensure things don’t feel like they’ve been jammed together. One way we have resolved this challenge in this particular renovation is a continuous horizontal line which wraps around the room, defined by the towel rail, shower ledge, and the base of the arched mirror. Details like this help to tie the room together and establish relationships between otherwise disparate features. 

Shower Ledge

Shampoo – Is Better Than Conditioner

A tiled shower ledge is a great bathroom inclusion that adds a sense of dimension to the room. It’s also a practical feature that provides a spot to store bathroom essentials such as shampoo and conditioner. (Shampoo is better than conditioner!) Another structural storage solution which is popular in many of our Gold Coast projects is a tiled bathroom niche. Both of these are great ways to solve the storage issue, whilst also adding value to the room. 

  • Read about the design advantages of a built-in shower
  • Read about tiled bathroom niches

Discrete Tiled Drainage

Armrock Workmanship

A tile-inset strip drain, or a series of them, are a great bespoke addition to add a sense of customisation to your Gold Coast bathroom or ensuite. Utilising existing tiles for the drain maximises continuity in the floor, whilst showcasing a subtle touch of workmanship that helps your bathroom to go the extra mile.  

This Gold Coast bathroom renovation is a showcase of our capabilities. It involved a wall removal, an integrated dual renovation (main & ensuite bathroom), a high-contrast solution (charcoal tiles & light timber vanity) and a variety of other interesting features. It was a satisfying project to work on and complete. Before we look at the project in greater detail, don’t forget, if you are interested in discussing a renovation for your bathroom, please contact our team for a free quote:


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Filed Under: Featured Projects, Projects Tagged With: Arched Mirror, Curved Glass Shower, Custom Vanity, Ensuite Renovation, Medium Contrast

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Mark & Di Branks

Roland delivered an exceptional product. Our Bathroom upgrade was completed on time and to budget. As with most renovations there were a number of unforeseen issues and Rolands ability to offer practical, cost effective solutions was exceptional. A very professional, clean and tidy builder and we have no hesitation in recommending his services.

Andrew Watkins

Roland and his team were very professional and affordable. We had two bathrooms and a laundry renovated by Armrock Constructions and we couldn’t be happier. Would definitely recommend them.

Terry Christo

We had the pleasure of dealing with Roland and his team. They are professional courteous clean and most importantly excellent communicators during the process. Their workmanship and pride in achieving an excellent result is a breath of fresh air when dealing with trades people. I highly recommend them.

Keith Munday

Very pleased with a very professional job completed by Roland and his team. Roland never failed to turn up when expected or respond to a message if he was unable to take a call. He was also helpful and patient while we changed our minds repeatedly about what we wanted. We’re getting him back to do the kids bathroom!

 

Cameron Grant Ruksenas

Great service from the owner Roland. Nothing was a problem and service and price was reasonable! Will recommend to others.

 

Richard Anyos

Good, friendly, prompt, reliable service with attention to detail.

Geoff Haigh

Excellent workmanship. Professional, on time. Easy to deal with.

Al Dobie

Roland and his team were fantastic. The work was done on time and of a very high standard. Cheers Roland.

Matt Lyons

Attention to detail. Great finish. Highly recommend these guys!

 

Shayna Kivlins

Highly recommend your company to anyone wanting an amazing and highly professional job done your attention to detail with our kitchen was 120% you were very helpful in all aspects from start to finish and the end product exceeded my expectations. You are a very talented guy and I can’t thank you, Luke the sparkie and Chris the plumber enough for making my kitchen dream come to life.

 

Graham Robertson

Roland renovated both the Ensuite & main bathroom, removing the walls around separate toilets which increased the overall spaces. The team of guys who did the demolition & construction were really easy to deal with & the finish is excellent. It was no problem for us to request minor changes along the way. We’re really pleased with the outcome & would thoroughly recommend.

Reiner Ebenhoch

Armrock Constructions did our powder room first. We were so impressed with their work that we contracted Armrock to do a minor reno to our master bathroom and a major renovation of our guest bath room, which also included the complete rebuilt and conversion of one room into a steam room. Again, Armrock did an excellent job! What sets Roland and his team apart is their customer focus, their uncompromising attitude to quality, integrity and customer satisfaction. We can recommend Roland and his team unconditionally and have so already to many of our friends!

Cameron

Roland from Armrock constructions has completed a few projects for our company and is always a pleasure to deal with. Always reliable, not like some tradies we have chosen in the past. Quality is something Roland strives for and it shows in his work. Would recommend to anyone.

 

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From quote to completion, Armrock was outstanding. We couldn’t be happier. Hassle free and on budget. If you’re after attention to detail you’ve come to the right place. Highly recommended. Thanks again.

 

Joel Boniwell

The moment I contacted the owner Roland I was at ease with proceeding with this company. Not only does he come across as a genuine person, he is punctual and sticks to his word. He had everything organised and the renovation of my en-suite went exactly as planned and the quote was spot on. The tradesman he organised for the job are all extremely punctual and extremely qualified at their specific trades. I can’t give this company a stronger recommendation and will be sure to use Roland and his team for any future renovations. A+ Service in an industry that you will seldom find it in.

Lucy Fisher

Great communication, good attention to detail. We were so impressed. Our new ensuite looks amazing!

 

Small Reno Testimonial

I don’t often write reviews but felt this time I had too. A huge thank you to Roland from Armrock constructions. From the first time I contacted Roland he could not have been more helpful and professional. Roland was on time, got the job done and left my home clean and tidy. Please if your wanting a small spruce up or a full reno done these are the people to call. Thanks once again Armrock.

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