Baroco Interior Innovations works with Carnegie homeowners on bathrooms, ensuites and powder rooms, from first measure to final fit-off. The Mount Waverley showroom is about 7.4 km from Carnegie, so it is close enough to check products in person before you commit.
01Plan around your Carnegie home
Carnegie has a mix of post-war houses, newer townhouses and units. Older bathrooms often sit in the original wet area, so the room may be compact and the plumbing may be close to its limit. Keeping the same fixture positions usually keeps the project simpler. Moving a toilet or shower changes the waste and venting, which adds time and cost.
Think about the room's main user. A family bathroom needs bench space, storage and a shower that can handle daily use. An ensuite in a main bedroom can be simpler, with a single basin and a toilet. In a townhouse or unit, wall-hung fixtures and recessed shelves free up floor space.
Bring measurements and a few photos to the showroom. Baroco prepares a written quote after a measure, so you are not guessing at allowances. If you are unsure about layout, the in-house design team can talk through options without pushing you toward a full rebuild.
02Know whether to refresh or fully renovate
A refresh updates worn or dated surfaces and fixtures without disturbing the waterproofing. New tapware, a rimless toilet, a wall-hung basin and a better vanity can make an older Carnegie bathroom easier to clean and nicer to use. This approach suits rooms where the existing shower and floor are sound.
If tiles move, grout stays damp or the floor feels soft, a full renovation is usually the better call. Water damage behind tiles is often worse than it looks. Baroco's in-house team can strip the room, re-line walls, waterproof to current practice, tile, coordinate plumbing and fit off the fixtures.
The showroom helps you compare what is available before you decide. You can look at toilets, basins, vanities, tapware, showers and baths in person, rather than working only from online images.
03See TOTO and full product range in Mount Waverley
Baroco is an authorised TOTO dealer. The showroom includes wall-hung and floor toilets, rimless bowls and Washlet bidet seats. TOTO's Tornado Flush and CeFiONtect glaze are easy to see and compare. If you want a toilet that is easier to keep clean or a Washlet for a more comfortable daily routine, this is the place to try it.
You do not need to use Baroco for the build to buy products. The showroom sells toilets, basins, vanities, tapware, showers, baths, kitchen sinks, cooktops and rangehoods to customers who have their own installer. That can be useful for Carnegie homeowners who want to manage a smaller refresh themselves.
The showroom is at 21/105-111 Ricketts Road, Mount Waverley. Opening hours are not published, so call 0426 520 859 or email info@baroco.com.au ahead to arrange a visit. The drive from Carnegie is short, and you can also reach the showroom easily from Hughesdale, Malvern East or Bentleigh East.
04What happens day-to-day on a Carnegie renovation
On a standard build day, Baroco's trades may be on site from early morning. They need access to the bathroom and a clear path through the house. If you live in a unit or townhouse, confirm entry and lift requirements before work begins. The in-house team coordinates strip-out, waterproofing, tiling, plumbing and fit-off, so you are not juggling separate contractors.
Carnegie streets can be narrow, and daytime parking can be tight. The team parks legally and carries materials in. If you have a driveway or off-street space, let Baroco know before the first day. It also helps to tell immediate neighbours when noisy work is planned, but there is no obligation for you to do so.
If you are renovating the only bathroom in the house, plan for the water supply to be off for part of the day during rough-in. For homes with an ensuite and a main bathroom, Baroco can sequence the work so one toilet stays usable for as long as practical. This matters in Carnegie when you do not want to rely on a neighbour's bathroom.
Carnegie questions
Still unsure? Call 0426 520 859 and talk to someone who actually installs this stuff.
Where can I view products for a Carnegie bathroom renovation?
Baroco's showroom is at 21/105-111 Ricketts Road, Mount Waverley. It is a short drive from Carnegie, close to Hughesdale and Malvern East. Opening hours are not published, so call 0426 520 859 ahead to arrange a visit.
Can I buy a TOTO toilet or Washlet without a full renovation?
Yes. Baroco is an authorised TOTO dealer and sells toilets, Washlet bidet seats, basins, vanities, tapware, showers and baths to customers who have their own installer. You can buy products for a refresh and manage the work yourself.
How do I know if my Carnegie bathroom needs a full renovation or just new fixtures?
If the existing waterproofing is intact, tiles are firm and there is no sign of leaks, a fixture update can work well. If you see cracked tiles, persistent damp or movement, a full renovation is safer. Baroco can provide a written quote after a measure, so you can make an informed decision.
Do you renovate ensuites and second bathrooms in Carnegie townhouses and units?
Yes. Baroco designs and renovates ensuites, second bathrooms and powder rooms in houses, townhouses and units. The in-house team manages design, strip-out, waterproofing, tiling, plumbing coordination and fit-off, which helps when access and floor space are limited.
Come and touch it first.
Tapware, basins, toilets and finishes look different in real light. Bring your plans or a few photos of the room, and we will walk you through the options.
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