Highgate & Islington bathroom project
Large-format grey tiles, slim black-framed glazing and coordinated matt-black fittings give this compact shower room a calm, precise finish.
The design
A compact room, carefully resolved
The brief was to replace a dated bath and make better use of a small footprint. A walk-in shower, wall-mounted vanity and mirrored storage create a more practical room without adding visual clutter.
Large grey tiles keep the surfaces calm while the black shower frame, tap, flush plate and accessories give the room a consistent architectural line. Lighting around the mirror adds a softer layer for everyday use.
- Layout and service planning before work began
- Full strip-out, preparation and waterproofing
- Coordinated plumbing, lighting, tiling and installation
- Final snagging, testing and clean before handover
Before and during
From the original room to a prepared shell
The original bath, tiling and sanitaryware were removed before the room was rebuilt around the new shower layout. These photographs show the genuine starting point and preparation work.
What the work included
One coordinated renovation, from strip-out to final detail
The room was carefully sequenced around the selected materials and the agreed two-week programme.
Strip-out and first fix
The existing bathroom was removed, services were adjusted and the walls and floor were prepared for the new shower layout.
Waterproofing and tiling
Wet areas were tanked before the large-format grey tiles were measured, set out and installed.
Installation and finish
The shower enclosure, vanity, lighting and black fittings were installed before final sealing, checks and handover.
Finished details
Clean lines, useful storage and a consistent palette
Every finished photograph below is from this North London project.
Fourteen-day programme
A clear sequence kept the project moving
Materials were organised before work began and each trade followed a coordinated programme, helping the renovation reach handover in two weeks.
Strip-out and first fix
Removal, plumbing changes and preparation of the room, walls and floor.
Waterproofing and tiling
Tanking of wet areas followed by measured setting out and tile installation.
Second fix
Installation of the sanitaryware, lighting, shower enclosure and fittings.
Finish and handover
Sealing, final detailing, snagging, testing and a thorough clean.
Why Diamond Deer
Careful work, properly managed
Diamond Deer coordinates the renovation from the first practical decisions through to the final checks. Homeowners have one experienced team managing the sequence, the workmanship and the finishing details.
Bathroom renovations typically take around one and a half to two weeks, depending on the room, specification and any structural or service changes required.
Questions before you begin
Bathroom renovation FAQs
A few practical answers for homeowners planning a bathroom renovation in Highgate and Islington and North London.
How long does a bathroom renovation usually take?
A typical bathroom renovation takes around one and a half to two weeks. The exact programme depends on the room, specification and whether the layout or services need to change.
Do you manage the complete bathroom project?
Yes. Diamond Deer coordinates planning, preparation, plumbing, electrics, waterproofing, tiling, installation, finishing and final checks.
Is the work insured and covered by a warranty?
Yes. Diamond Deer is insured and provides a two-year labour warranty for added reassurance after the renovation is complete.
Which areas do you cover around Highgate and Islington?
We work across Highgate, Islington, Hackney and surrounding areas and wider North London.
Planning a bathroom renovation in Highgate or Islington?
Tell us about the room, your preferred finish and your postcode. We will help you understand the next practical step.