Water music Want to listen to your favourite sounds while bathing? The biggest hurdle is to make technology, such as the waterproof ceiling speaker shown here, unobtrusive. The best advice is to build in. Check out Techvision’s range.

Extra lighting No windows? Then good lighting is a must. But that doesn’t just mean daylight-mimicking halogen spotlights: decorative uplighters and inset lights will make the room seem lighter, bigger and so high-tech.

Small = simple Glass splashbacks, bath panels and mirrored furniture all stretch space, as they reflect light. Prentice Glass sells bath panelling, or a glazier will cut and fit toughened glass for you.

What bathroom? Disguising features like the shower will make a room feel sleeker still, so go for a cutting-edge design like this oversized square head. Or, better still, choose a rainfall shower set into the ceiling; try the range at Hansgrohe .

Sexy sinks Going high-tech? Choose a show-off sink with sharp lines to give your bathroom a designer touch. This frosted glass model complements understated, built-in appliances – find more at Glassbasins.

Designer tricks Wall-hung units make small spaces seem much bigger because more floor area is visible. Need more than one simple unit? Choose a freestanding piece that sits on top of legs you can see beneath – it will have much the same effect.

With thanks to Dan Duchars and Mainstream Images for the photography.