Design Competition Winners: Large Contemporary Bath

NKBA honors the winners of the 2022 Design Competition. Here’s a look at the winner of the Large Contemporary Bath category, designed by Sandra Diaz-Velasco. By Dianne M. Pogoda

“Sunny Penthouse”

Large Contemporary Bath

1ST PLACE SANDRA DIAZ-VELASCO, AIA, ASID, LEED BD+C, AR;

Eolo A&I Design

Miami, Fla.

South Florida Chapter

Sculptural architecture and design elements always feature in Sandra Diaz-Velasco’s creations, and her “Sunny Penthouse” large primary bath is no exception. She followed the building’s curvature to shape the interior, designed a custom “infinite hat” chandelier-mirror suspended over the center island, which features double sinks and storage, and used a matte gold finish on faucets and hardware. She combined the bathroom with an original closet to create the generous space, adding a window to flood the area with natural light. Sustainable materials include recycled wood cabinets, and the entire space is integrated to the smart-home system, including window blackout and lighting activated by motion sensors, so the space is only illuminated when in use. A stunning custom blue wall panel brings the ocean in, and a floor strip of LED lighting subtly separates the suite’s wet and dry areas. 

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Resources: Cabinets: Ornare Cabinets; Bathtub: VOV; Toilet: Kohler: Bidet: Gessi; Countertops: Silestone, Dekton, Cosentino; Faucets/Fittings: Fantini Milano; Sinks: Dekton; Flooring: Emperador Marble; Tile: Twill & Texture; Custom Mirror & Lighting: Delta Lighting, Infinity Hat Mirror; Spa: Mr Steam; Shower Enclosure, Metal Screen: Sanandres Construction.

Photos: Eugenio Wilman and Kris Tamburello, Kris Tamburello Photography