then a hero comes along

The Block: Glasshouse co-winner and interior architect Shannon Vos is at voscreative. com.au

A hero is an element – a piece of furniture or a fixture – that demands attention, gives reference and direction to other items in the room and, generally speaking, ties a space together. Heroes, more often than not, cost a pretty penny, but that doesn’t mean they have to blow the budget. Splurging on a must-have design or item can often lead you to saving a buck or two elsewhere, and in bathrooms (where every square centimetre costs more than in any other part of the home), balance is key. Counter the opulent with the