A second-hand vanity sits alongside green subway tiles, a patterned heated floor and a black-sided freestanding bath in our Rosemount bathroom in Aberdeen. The bath moved beneath the window, leaving a separate walk-in shower in the room. The reused furniture contributes character to the everyday washing position, and the other finishes give it a setting of its own.
When bringing a piece of furniture into a design, start with its real depth, height and the parts that open. Check the space for the basin and tap, how you will stand at it, and what the drawer or door still needs to do once plumbing is allowed for. Then compare the colour and material with the bath and wall finishes. Looking at the practical fit before choosing the palette lets the piece become a useful part of the room, with the character it brings still on show.
