One of the most unique vanity units we’ve put together, this powder room project makes a splash with a unique blend of black & brass. As though a room with shrapnel-like black walls wasn’t enough, this owner sought to take it one step further and boldly bask in the brilliance of a brass vanity.
In order to achieve this understandably lurid display, our team prepared 18mm black woodgrained MDF as the substrate, so that any exposed internals matched the scheme. Even the drawer itself is finished in black, and the Häfele runners are conveniently tucked out of sight – as though enshrouding the rest of the room solely to accentuate the finish sheen…
Arriving at the centrepiece, we clad the MDF in folded sheets of 0.5mm brass via lamination. Delivered by Ambro Metals, these sheets offer increased fire safety, natural aging, and antibacterial properties. With the drawer fully closed, it appears as though the basin is resting on a giant block of gold. The sheen effortlessly dances against the walls – a lavish yet ethereal evocation.
For the fixtures, the owner decided on a circular vessel basin, finely finished in speckled black and perfectly ornamented with a speckled brass stopper. This is paired with an aged brass faucet and handle, which smoothly completes the aesthetic.
As a whole, this small but striking installation is made to make an impression. The above wall light provides meaningful task lighting while also accentuating the glow of the drawer. Every component is pieced together to signal luxury, and the bold brass is sure to be unforgettable.
