Wednesday 13 July 2011

Downstairs bathroom



The Polish builders were doing some work next door and popped over to look at our downstairs configuration. We showed them the garage and explained how we'd like to turn it into a store room and separate utility room, and then tart up the downstairs loo. We haven't gotten a proper quote back as we don't know exactly what we want but now that the ball is rolling I feel a second wind coming on. The drama of enduring the initial build has worn off and now I am looking forward to phase 2.

So - onto the cloakroom: the Roca toilet (pictured top) won the Wallpaper* Reader's Choice award last year. It's a clever design that recycles grey water, filters it, and then uses it to fill the cistern of the loo. It's a massive step in the right direction ecologically and we're pretty sure it will fit into the space OK.

The thing is, it retails for nearly £3,000. Rob found one on sale for £1,800 which still seems exhorbitant for a toilet, but the more I think about it the more I think it's a good investment.

I'm having trouble finding good inspiration for the decor of the downstairs loo so if you've seen anything interesting online, please post links below!

1 comment:

Brooke & Jez said...

That is the most amazing sink/toilet situation I've ever seen! The toilet looks a bit sharp, but I love love LOVE the idea of sending the grey water into the cistern!! That's such a DUH I can't believe it's not a widespread movement now!