Hi jayvall, my tiler was $80 per square metre so if you add on the waterproofing (and screed I assume) i don't think it seems too outrageous. Apparently it depends on the sort of tile you use. The rounded edge tiles are cheaper to lay because they aren't so fiddly. Rectified tiles take more time because they have to be squared up perfectly to look good so cost more to install. I have done two bathrooms now (and a fully tiled laundry) each one I have thought "the tiling in taking forever!" But to get it right is time consuming- all that planning the tiler has to do to get everything lined up. Getting the waterproofing right is obviously very important too. Giving each coat time to dry which means going away and coming back another day. Same with the screed - allowing it time to dry properly. Good luck with your project.

I like the idea of reclaimed fence palings in a herringbone pattern. You can adorn them with hanging plants, beautiful ornate iron brackets, shelves and collectables objects of inspiration. Or create a cladding patchwork by fixing a collection of old reclaimed doors of different colours and styles to cover the wall. Hang horizontally and vertically, from a builds demolition yard, an interesting patchwork that will be a long term talking point. To apply a coat of connectivity with a single shade of colour or embrace their individual finishes. Just like a patchwork.

Colorbond probably isn't any cheaper than anything else. Downlights can be installed though. What about Moisture Resistant Plasterboard, its similar to the plasterboard on walls but can handle your situation. Costs again are really any cheaper. Another option is Ecoply. The grooved pattern which looks like t&g boards is already milled into it, Which would only need painting once installed. Most of the cheaper products are fairly close in costs so the savings are marginal.

depends on what colours and styles you like..check out "raked pine ceilings with fan in HOUZZ photos for lots of ideas eg