WHERE TO BEGIN Bathroom hardware plays an important practical role, but many designers see it as a key style element that’s used in much the same way as jewellery finishes an outfit. ‘A bathroom should always contain a harmonious array of materials, metals, colours, textures and shapes,’ says Alberto Lutzu, designer, West One Bathrooms. He recommends selecting the style and finish of the taps, shower fittings and accessories at the same time as you’re putting together the sanitaryware, furniture and tile selections.
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