32 AUTUMN 2026 ASPIREDESIGNANDHOME.COM 33 Photo by Greg Cox PROJECT LOCATION: Karoo, South Africa PROJECT DETAILS: In this en suite bathroom, a blue-and-white Delft-style wallpaper by Cara Saven is the defining feature. The rich pattern isn’t just a visual choice — it ties the room to Karoo heritage, referencing the ceramics that once lined kitchens and cupboards in homes like this one throughout the region. Jen Sauer’s design lends the space a sense of history and formality while still feeling graphic and fresh. Sources: Wallpaper: Cara Saven Wall Design; Chandelier: Mud Studio. THIS OR THAT: Natural or manufactured bathroom materials? Natural with a twist. Something unexpected. Go big or go home. DESIGNER JAN SAUER THE SAUER GROUP PROJECT LOCATION: Arlington, Virginia PROJECT DETAILS: Having previously lived in the city, the owners were drawn to this 2025 build’s spacious, loft-like interiors that still allow for spatial definition. Calm and symmetrical, with a vaulted ceiling and a focal point in the sculptural black tub set beneath a skylight, the primary bath is restrained and cohesive, with a palette of oak, limestone and marble used throughout. This neutrality is punctuated by moments of contrast where the tone shifts dramatically to balance the aesthetic. Sources: Honed champagne limestone from Marble Systems for floor, wet area wall, and tub accent wall; Badeloft freestanding black tub; Graff matte black plumbing fixtures, towel and robe hardware, and Lacava sink from W.T Weaver & Sons in Georgetown; Gramaco Calacatta polished marble slabs. THIS OR THAT: Backlit vanity mirror or traditional wall sconces? A well-chosen wall sconce provides task lighting and architectural detail. It creates soft, even light across the face, and beyond function, it adds to the design story. There are endless possibilities in terms of material, finish and form, making it easy to tailor to the overall aesthetic and character of your home. DESIGNER YURI SAGATOV ODE DESIGN Photo by Jennifer Hughes THE DEEP END: A BATHROOM ROUNDUP Tubs that make a splash — and tiles that make a ­ statement BELOW: Tiles of Lucca The Quadrati Tile collection comes in ½-inch and 1-inch square matte mosaic tiles in 22 colors. luccainteriors.com CENTER: Nerosicilia Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni, this Perle micro mosaic tile collection is made of recycled glass and clay. nerosicilia.com RIGHT: Ann Sacks x Kelly Wearstler Garden-inspired geometric patterns informed the MADE Treillage collection. annsacks.kohler.com editor’s picks URBAN BONFIRE Sierra 42 Outdoor Kitchen, $14,535, urbanbonfire.com TRUE CALIBER Rockwell Social Grill, from $4,999, true-caliber.com WOLF 30-Inch Outdoor Gas Grill, $6,095, select Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove retailers. subzero-wolf.com KALAMAZOO K500HT Freestanding Hybrid Fire Grill, $26,495, kalamazoogourmet.com BLAZIN’ GRIDDLES Add a bit of beauty to your next fall barbecue with these well-appointed appliances SHAILESH RAJPUT STUDIO Shailesh Singh and Mansi Mehta, cofounders of Shailesh Rajput Studio, explore the interplay of light and shadow through their sconce designs. shaileshrajputstudio.com LIGHT TOUCH SAMUEL AGUIRRE Sconces that warm up even the hardest-working room AA:TREY SEE:PI FLOS Erwan Bouroullec designed this oversized wall-mounted lamp, called Maap for Flos, with four LED bulbs, a cross-shaped iron support, and an ultra- light Tyvek envelope. flos.com TEXT KELLY BEALL STUDIOTWENTYSEVEN The Lilith Chair by Theodore Perdios offers unexpected curves, fluid materiality and plush surfaces. studiotwentyseven.com Each object is made by hand with natural materials. The process is rooted in ancient papermaking materials and techniques. samindaman.com