Sensory sanctuaries, the smallest room can add a touch of luxury to everyday bathing, relaxation and rejuvenation.

Au naturel

Soft earthy tones are being seen more and more in today’s bathrooms, from wall tiles in warm metallic greys to basins in speckled stone. Wood accessories further add natural touches, as do beautiful scented soaps and soft cotton facecloths. Keep it simple, without clutter on surfaces. A pared-back palette will make your space feel luxurious and elegant. Bring interest with subtle pattern by using small hexagonal tiles on a feature wall or heavenly ceramic or marble tiles on the floor.

1. Dial Vessel basin, $795, from Robertson Bathware.

2. Nail brush, $39, from Everyday Needs
3. Soap on a rope, $20, from Everyday Needs
4. Bath brush, $65, from Everyday Needs
5. Ceramic semi-gloss tile (300x300), $25 per square metre, from Bath & Tile.
6. Rosetta stone basin, $350,from Bath & Tile.

Mix it up

Double wall-hung vanities with matching wooden floorboards are beautifully offset by polished concrete flooring. The curved lines of this freestanding bath are accentuated by the hanging wall mirrors.

7. Bathroom from Bath/Co/ by Smail & Co

Standing tall

Instead of wall-hung bath taps, if you have room, consider a freestanding mixer. This Jee-O bath mixer, $3850, from Michel Cesar is crafted in black matt hammer-coated stainless steel. It exemplifies minimalist, functional luxury, which adds wow factor. Provide continuity by installing basin and shower taps in the same or similar style.

8. Aquabella Splash shower, $903, from Robertson Bathware
9. Jee-O bath mixer, $3850, from Michel Cesar