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7) Unashamed elegance
As the bathroom has moved away from a purely functional role, the aesthetic quality of fittings has increased radically. Manufacturers are focusing on creating finely-crafted, sculptural elements that introduce a touch of glamour.
Zucchetti’s Bellagio series, available from Bagno Design, is inspired by an aristocratic, dolce vita style, crafted from chrome-plated brass with Satin, Tuscan and Platinum finishes.
Traditional elegance is also at the heart of Bagno Design’s exclusive Sophia range of bathroom products. With soft flowing lines, this range comes with an option of lever or cross handles, and a full range of accessories to match.
Tiles also create a dramatic addition to the bathroom setting. Glamour tiles by Kronos add a rich flavour to any space. Opulent tiles can be set against simply-designed bathrooms, such as the new KS collection by Italian company Karol. This bathroom furniture collection brings back retro simplicity and is available in a range of fresh colours.
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8) Versatility
As customers become more design-orientated, they are demanding greater flexibility and adaptability in the products they select. Increasingly challenging space plans are also putting pressure on bathroom manufacturers to create products that are flexible and easy to install.
Geberit has responded with the Monolith. “The elegantly designed Geberit Monolith is a perfect alternative to toilets with visible cisterns. It is compact and flexible, opening up a nearly unlimited application range,” said Geberit’s Guy Wilson.
“It can be combined with floor-standing or wall-hung toilets. It fits into any bathroom construction situation. Installation of the entire system is completed in a single operation, with the new installation ready for use within just a few hours.”
Promoting a brushed aluminium and glass finish, Monolith is characterised by clear, simple lines. “With its slim profile, the Monolith can be fitted into almost any bathroom without impinging on space. It is ideal for the retro-fit market as it conceals marks from previous floor-standing pans and there is no need for any complex plumbing alterations.”
Meanwhile, Laufen has extended its Living City series to include new basins, WCs and bidets. The collection, which is synonymous with geometric, minimalist lines, now includes a 60cm washbasin, with an additional 90cm easy-to-clean shelf to keep bottles, creams and soaps within easy reach.
The ceramic shelf is available either on the right or the left hand side of the basin and can be cut to size at the factory, making it perfect for demanding layouts and niches. The collection also now includes, for the first time, a square WC and bidet.
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