Bathroom

Design duo: Alisa and Lysandra remodel their Albert Park terrace

Alisa and Lysandra are familiar faces in the Melbourne renovation scene. It was on The Block in 2013 and 2014 where they became immediate fan favourites; ex cops turned interior designers.

We take a look at the Master Ensuite, Cellar Powder Room and Bathroom and the Main Bathroom of their lavish Albert Park home in Melbourne as part of their 'The Design Duo' series.

An elegant ensuite

When you first walk into the ensuite through the enormous walk-in robe, you’re drawn to the huge open window that reveals the outdoor plunge pool and vertical garden. The combination of greenery and standing water is immediately calming and gives a tranquil feeling; this ensuite is a sanctuary, away from the hustle and bustle of the home. Across from the window, a striking feature of this ensuite is the ISSY Halo III Vanity by Zuster, in a striking Charcoal Oak finish. Its dark colour contrasts with the foilage opposite, the stone handles complementing the room’s impressive seamless wall tiles. Dual LAUFEN Ino Counter Basins exhibit elegant curves that soften the strong lines of the vanity.

"We wanted to create that feeling of relief when you arrive home from a holiday every day"

Alisa and Lysandra

The Scala Basin Mixer Tap in Living Tumbled Brass and fixtures act as a perfect nod to the home’s Victorian roots, and the dual shower design with matching hand shower caters to every showering preference.

Quick tip: Go for beauty and practicality with a wall hung vanity.

Modern bathroom with gray stone walls, dual sinks, glass shower, and large window overlooking a vertical garden and pool.

Master Ensuite - Lisa Cohen Photography

Modern bathroom with gray walls, dark wood door, white toilet, double sink vanity, and large window overlooking greenery.

Master Ensuite - Lisa Cohen Photography

Modern bathroom with black vanity, white vessel sinks, gold faucets, and white orchids against gray stone walls.

Master Ensuite - Lisa Cohen Photography

The cellar powder room and bathroom

Alisa and Lysandra made the Cellar Powder Room and Bathroom natural extensions of the downstairs entertainment area. In the bathroom, the playful LAUFEN Kartell Small Washbasin sets the tone for this room, emphasizing the fun atmosphere. The neutral palette of the concrete walls is continued in the tile selection, and the Scala Mixer Tap Handshower, taps and accessories keep to the monochrome palette of the room.

"Don’t be afraid to use the same tiles on your wall and floor."

Alisa and Lysandra

Over in the Powder Room, The Alape Klassiker Wall Basin heroes the space. The basin was purposefully designed to work in a range of environments from laundries to high-end apartments, so it’s no surprise it fits perfectly in this space. Combined with the gunmetal taps and concrete wall finish that flows throughout the cellar, the Powder Room is the perfect addition to the bottom floor of the home.

Modern bathroom with gray tile walls, round mirror, white sink with small plant, and black shower fixtures.

Cellar Powder Room - Lisa Cohen Photography

Modern bathroom with white toilet, wall-mounted sink, textured concrete wall, and small plant in a minimalist design.

Cellar Powder Room - Lisa Cohen Photography

Perfect balance in the main bathroom

Alisa and Lysandra knew they had to get the main bathroom right. It’s one of the most highly-trafficked areas of the home. And they absolutely perfected it.

This Main Bathroom is a shrine to serenity. It has an almost cinematic quality, established by the warming natural light that descends from the expansive skylight. This light highlights the sleek profile of the Kado Lussi Freestanding Bath. Elegant dual overhead showers with matching niches complete the wet zone. Overall, the room is perfectly balanced; the wet zone is separated by an elegant black framed shower screen.

Modern bathroom with white vessel sinks on dark wood vanity, concrete walls, and wall-mounted faucets.

Main Bathroom - Lisa Cohen Photography

Modern white toilet in bathroom with gray stone tile walls, terrazzo floor, and white towel hanging nearby.

Main Bathroom - Lisa Cohen Photography

Modern shower with gray concrete walls, built-in niche holding white soap dispenser, and black metal fixtures.

Main Bathroom - Lisa Cohen Photography

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