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A Designer Space to Call their Own: Celebrating the Best Man Caves
Straight, sharp lines and darker colour schemes are some distinct design elements that embody masculinity. This Father’s Day, we celebrate all the amazing father figures that have made an impact in our lives with handsome spaces to match.
It’s time to break out of those tired notions of cliched masculine room that is either moody, minimalist, ultramodern or unwelcoming. A proud dad (or the husband) deserves well-designed living quarters that embrace warmth, sophistication and versatility, while allowing his personality to shine through.
Here are some of our favourite man caves within the home, the sanctuaries where our favourite guy in the world can pause and chill out.
The Study
From left to right: Design: IPPO Official, Colour: Dekton Domoos | Design: ALIGN Architecture, Colour: Dekton Trilium
For most men, the study is a dedicated space that helps cancel out household distractions and focus on work. Filled with rich textures, strong shapes and smoky hues, these unique home offices inspire productivity and make you want to sit down and tick off your to-do list.
From matte black Dekton Domoos to the industrial Dekton Trilium, there is a surface from Cosentino to make the perfect and impressive work desk. For the gentlemen who like rugged elements, Dekton Trilium adds that raw touch. And perhaps most importantly, don’t forget the badass, ergonomic and comfy work chair to chalk up more productivity points!
The Bar
From left to right: Design: Form & Function Design Co, Colour: Dekton Laurent and Silestone Et Calacatta Gold | Design: Surface R Interior, Colour: Dekton Eter
If the ladies have their walk-in wardrobes and vanity corners, the bar is where the gentlemen reign with their accessories - beautiful bottles of liquid elixir that come in different shapes, sizes, caps and colours. So of course, this castle deserves to make a statement. It is one of the places that Dad can call entirely his own, where he can hang out on his own or entertain friends.
Mood lighting, dark tones, metallic finishes and luxurious textures instantly level up this corner. We dig the dramatic veins and textured Dekton Laurent wall cladding which pairs beautifully with the light and airy Silestone Et. Calacatta Gold. In the second bar, the velvety Dekton Eter bar top merits an understated visual appearance that complements the bar design, keeping the bottles of spirits the focus on the backdrop.
The Kitchen
From left to right: Design: Paperworks Interior, Colour: Dekton Sirius | Design: IPPO Official, Colour: Silestone Charcoal Soapstone and Silestone Calacatta Gold
Whether Dad loves to cook or not, a stunning masculine kitchen remains a way to impress. The right colours, textures and decorative touches can go a long way. There’s just something about the kitchen that whets appetites with or without the smell of food wafting in the air.
Our picks sizzle with sophistication, self-sufficiency and approachability. A prime kitchen island is so vital to the decor that its absence can be felt as strongly as its presence. It adds functional dimension and separation to the space. Plus, it is an absolutely perfect way to lend the kitchen a communal vibe.
With kitchens like these, it wouldn’t kill for you to learn a few delicious recipes and fire up the stove yourself.
The Bathroom
From left to right: Design: Maer Atelier, Colour: Silestone Charcoal Soapstone | Design: Design Zage, Colour: Dekton Rem and Dekton Kira | Design: Doubble Interior, Colour: Dekton Fossil
One of the first and last places we spend our everyday lives in, bathrooms are our personal sanctuaries where other people are off-limits. It is also the place dads prepare themselves to look their finest. Going beyond its utility functions, bathroom designs should be chic, calming and rejuvenating.
Here are some bathroom design inspirations we think the important men in our lives would love to relax and recharge in. Simplicity is key - masculine bathroom designs rarely go bonkers with colours or clutter. Stick to strong simple lines and angular elements. To add visual contrast, go for fittings with geometric shapes.
Whether you have a large space or a small space to devote to a man cave, it’s possible to design a well-executed, functional space that embodies the same warm and strong personality that we love our dads for. Hope our picks inspire some ideas for your next renovation project!
