Trends New Zealand Trends Volume 33 No 1 New Zealand | Page 26

Previous pages : Placing the shower next to the window means the spectacular views can be enjoyed every day . But there are no issues with privacy – no other homes are visible from this position and , if there ’ s someone in the pool or on the terrace , the window can be made translucent at the flick of a switch .
Above : The vanity is tucked to the side of the space , with the dressing closet in the background . The grey wood of the cabinetry is also featured elsewhere in the home .
Two large sliding glass panels pocket back into the wall , providing seamless access to the terrace from the bedroom .
“ In the bathroom , the shower took precedence , because that would be used every day . The tub is in the secondary position , but still takes in the main view and also sits next to a side window with greenery outside .”
These expanses of glass could potentially compromise privacy , but Abramson says that ’ s not an issue here .
“ There are no other houses visible from the suite and , although there are two guest rooms , most of the time there are only the two owners at home ,” he says .
But if there should happen to be a pool boy or a guest on the terrace at the same time that someone wants to shower , there ’ s an instant , hi-tech solution . At the flick of a switch , the shower window becomes translucent .
As with the rest of the home , the decor in the master bedroom and bathroom has been kept tranquil and fresh so as not to detract from the view . search | save | share at