The
smooth, oval lines of the Ascania from Armitage
Shanks create a modern, Zen-like effect in the bathroom.
For flexibility the Ascania range offers a number of basins including:
a 55cm & 60cm basins both available with either a full or semi-pedestal
and a choice of one or two tap-holes; a pedestal or semi-pedestal 50cm
cloakroom basin - ideal for small bathrooms, en-suites or cloakrooms.
The Ascania 170 x 70cm bath is made from Idealcast, a material developed
by Armitage Shanks. Idealcast baths are designed to be a strong as steel
at the fraction of the weight with the heat retaining qualities of an
acrylic bath.
The Armitage Shanks Ascania suite is available in White or Chablis.
Armitage Shanks Trade Tel: 01543 490253.
Armitage Shanks Consumer Tel: 0800 866966.
Web: http://www.armitage-shanks.co.uk
White
& Silver from David Chipperfield for Ideal-Standard
The
White & Silver range designed by architect David Chipperfield for
Ideal-Standard came to market at
the end of May.
The
architecture of David Chipperfield is characterised by its careful, almost
sculptural simplicity and honest use of beautiful materials. These qualities
are brought to the fore in the design of new products for Ideal-Standard.
White is a range of ceramics for bathrooms and washrooms and Silver is
a range of taps and mixers for bathrooms, washrooms and kitchens. David
Chipperfield has designed the collection with the eye and experience of
an architect aware of the value of a family of products adaptable to the
variety of requirements within a single project.
Practical needs are incorporated within the range's overall character
of modernity and simplicity. The geometric lines and silhouettes are characteristic
to the products and reinforce both their originality and compatibility.
Yet at the same time by employing the traditional bathroom materials of
chromium plated brass and glazed white vitreous china, they also reveal
a sense of familiarity and utility.
The products can be used in commercial and domestic environments. Silver
has been designed for high and low pressure water systems, making the
range suitable for UK use. White has a full range of basins are available
including 50cm basin, 40cm basin, 45cm back-outlet basin, 45cm semi-countertop
basin and 40cm vessel basin. WCs are available in close-coupled, back-to-wall
and wall-mounted versions.
Ideal-Standard Trade Tel: 01482 346461.
Ideal-Standard Consumer Tel: 0800 590311
Web: http://www.ideal-standard.co.uk
Bushboard
Increse Flexibility in the Bathroom with Nuance Work Surfaces
Bushboard
is launching Nuance Bathroom Work Surface designs this summer. Bushboard
has increased the flexibility of these designs by adding size alternatives
as well as a new enlarged cistern cover.
Nuance bathroom work surfaces from Bushboard, will be able to offer both
360mm and 600mm depth designs, with new enlarged cistern covers to match
of 480 x 230 mm for easier accessibility, and an increased thickness from
22mm to 28mm industry standard worktop. Nuance work surfaces also include
a new improved ballnose profile utilising Bushboard's Tekseal technology.
Martin Lowe, Business Development Manager, Bushboard comments: 'EXPO gave
us a great opportunity to preview our new Nuance designs that we'll soon
be launching. These new designs and size options will allow us to provide
customers with an increased flexibility and wider choice in bathroom work
surfaces.'
Tel: 01933 232 242
Join
the 'Quiet Revolution' - New from Opella, the Torbeck EcoFil
'The
unique design of the Torbeck EcoFil
provides improved flushing efficiency with an almost silent fill action
and is extremely compact.' says the company.
By use of a special chamber to prevent water from entering the cistern
before the flushing action is complete, the EcoFil valve can offer savings
of between 1ž2 and 3 litres per flush (depending on cistern size and shape).
This could result in a 20 litres per day being saved by an average family
of four.
Effective at pressures ranging from 1.5 to 200 psi, almost silent fill
action, extremely compact and is available in either side or bottom entry
design, The Opella Torbeck EcoFil brings efficient, water-saving to the
home in virtual silence.
* Unique design ensures ultra quiet fill
* Substantially reduces water hammer and pipe noise
* Extremely compact - fits most tanks and cisterns
* Side and bottom inlets in a variety of heights and inlet connections
* Air gap design eradicates back syphonage preventing contamination of
the fresh water supply
* Manufactured from high specification, approved materials
* Easy to install with step by step installation and operation guide
* Easy to maintain with removable filter which prevents dirt, grit and
other debris entering the valve
* Micro adjustment of float enables precise control of water level
* Flow limiters supplied with all valves ensure quiet and efficient fill
over entire pressure range 0.1 bar to 14 bar (1.5 - 200psi)
Web: http://www.opella.co.uk
'Twenty
20' is the latest collection from Sottini,
created by Stefan Eckstein, one of Europe's modern masters of ceramic
design. The designer's aim was to advance recent bathroom design trends
while capturing the essence of 21st Century urban life.
For Twenty 20, Eckstein has produced a circular basin utilising the beauty
and practicality of white china - fusing the bowl shape with a styled
tap ledge and china support, all of which enables much greater co-ordination
with the other major bathroom pieces, and allows homeowners and interior
designers to apply an uninterrupted rhythm to their designs.
Twenty 20's circular, edge-less bowl is the design signature throughout
the collection of washbasins, vessels, glass shelving, wall mounted WC
and wall mounted bidet.
There are four versions of washbasin available. These include a 480 X
545mm washbasin that can be fitted with separate shelves either side of
the bowl; 800 X 560mm and 1000 X 580mm washbasins, both with integral
shelves that hide the fittings and give a quasi-suspended appearance to
the units; and a 400mm, shelf-resting vessel bowl.
The range is completed with wall-hung wc and bidet both of which can be
fixed on the Sottini 'in-wall' mounting system. Available in white the
Twenty 20 is complemented perfectly by the Sottini Lagaro chrome cradle
bath.
Sottini's Trade Tel: 01482 449513
Sottini's Consumer Tel: 0800 591 586
Web: http://www.sottini.co.uk
New
Halo Collection Launch from Armitage Shanks
Launched
recently was the Halo collection of flexible sanitaryware and brassware
from Armitage Shanks. With its crisp,
clean lines, Halo is designed to create a contemporary image in any bathroom
situation.
A range of basins is available in white with options including a 600mm
pedestal washbasin, 450mm cloakroom basin along with an acrylic bath and
close-coupled WC complete with push button flush.
Halo's contemporary design also combines to offer total affordability
and is suitable for storage - providing sensible solutions to modern-day
living problems. The back-to-wall options include a white semi-countertop
washbasin together with a back-to-wall WC with dual flush plate in chrome.
Halo brassware is also available in a variety of options in chrome. Additional
to this is a monoblock basin mixer available in chrome and gold. Other
brassware items include a monoblock bath mixer, bath mixer, bath/shower
mixer and monoblock bidet mixer.
The full Halo range is available from June 2003.
Armitage Shanks Trade Tel: 01543 490253.
Armitage Shanks Consumer Tel: 0800 866966.
Web: http://www.armitage-shanks.co.uk
Hopkinsons
Relaunches Prima Bathrooms
Hopkinsons
Fourways
has updated its bathroom collection under own brand, Prima, with an extended
range of sanitaryware, brassware and accessories, featured in a new brochure.
Following its brand identity - focusing on value without compromising
on style and quality - the enhanced new Prima bathroom range offers contemporary
and traditional looks with a strong European flavour, bringing it in line
with its Prima kitchen collection.
New
contemporary bathroom suites include the Jasmin and the Orillo, both of
which offer designer looks for the budget bathroom sector. The Jasmin
ceramicware collection provides a cosmopolitan theme for the modern bathroom
setting - the latest looks for fashion-conscious clients working on a
limited budget.
In contrast, the Orillo suite combines sweeping curves with dramatic angles.
Orillo satisfies the fashionable angular theme which has crept into the
UK from the continent - and Prima now enables what was once regarded as
an expensive 'designer' look, become an affordable and realistic interior
solution.
New brassware options complete the popular European look Prima has presented
and two designs have been introduced to complement the new ceramicware
- the Madrid and Taurus brassware ranges. Again, both styles represent
the latest trends filtering into the UK bathroom market - single lever
mixer taps in streamlined chrome - for maximum impact and inspiration.
Madrid features a swivelling spout and cross handles, whereas Taurus is
minimalistic with tilt and turn temperature and flow control.
New introductions to Prima's accessories range include two extra wood-effect
panels in beech and white ash, in addition to the existing mahogany, pine
and pearwood options.
Commented Sally Parkinson, Marketing Manager for Hopkinsons Fourways:
'The enhanced bathroom portfolio from Prima is now at new level, to complement
our recently updated Prima kitchens division. Prima is already a well
established brand and we expect its success to spread yet further throughout
the UK.'
For further information or a brochure on the new Prima bathroom collection,
call Hopkinsons Fourways on 01204 707070.
Web: http://www.hopkinsonsfourways.co.uk
The
Best of Both Worlds
With
the average bathroom just 96" square, VitrA's
Riva range of space saving sanitaryware and furniture is ideal for housebuilders,
contractors and specifiers looking to turn small spaces into appealing
and saleable places.
With smooth curves, sleek lines and a feature rim, the 'stylish yet functional'
Riva range includes and innovative new shower/bath, a close-coupled WC
and bidet, a back-to-wall WC, and a wall hung WC and bidet. All are available
in either white or Pregamon finishes.
Included in the range is a collection of space saving basins, including
a short projection cloakroom basin and corner basin available with a full
pedestal.
VitrA's new space saving Delphishower/bath (pictured)is another good solution.
Combining a spacious bath and free-standing shower with 150cm high screen
in one, Delphi's shower/bath in cool white and pergamon is available in
sizes 1700cm and 1500cm priced from around £940.
Tel: 01235 750990
Web: http://www.vitrauk.com
Ideal
Standard - Marc Newson Bathroom Product Line
The
Ideal Standard bathroom product line,
designed by the internationally renowned Marc Newson, is targeted at the
kind of individual who appreciates conceptual design.
The unmistakeable elegant simplicity of the ceramic pieces reflect Newson’s
passion for geometric yet fluid symmetry. Each piece appears to be chiselled
out of one marble block, yet the soft appearance of the gently rounded
edges belies the solidity of the sculptural form. The free-standing bath
creates an extraordinary impact. Its monumental presence manages to evoke
a sense of both the classical and the ultra modern. It is the signature
piece of the whole range.
In addition to the ceramic and acrylic products, the Marc Newson product
line comprises a large selection of accessories – such as soap dishes
and towel holders – made out of white acrylic, as well as a complete
range of fittings. The fluted handles and solid forms of the tap fittings
pick up on the sector approach of providing a ‘total bathroom solution’.
The bidet and the wash-stand are additionally available with a thermostatic
function.
A
major focus of the Newson suite is the basin. The inner circle of the
bowl is offset by the rectangular rim, the overall effect, gives the impression
that the bowl has been hollowed out of a solid structure. The Newson WC
and bidet are similarly 'sculptural' and of generous proportion.
The Newson Free-standing Bath stands as the 'Monolithic' centrepiece of
the suite. The 1900x950mm Bath echo's the sculptural ethos of the pedestal
basin. The Bath and Panels are formed as one seamless piece creating a
simplistic focal point for the bathroom.
To accompany the Newson porcelain is a collection of brassware. Newson
brassware applies sophisticated design to advanced technology making it
possible to go beyond traditional single-hole mixers and to provide an
additional easy to use thermostatic mixer. The right-hand handle regulates
the flow of water, while the left-hand handle sets the required temperature.
Tel: 0228/5210
Email: mailto:idealstandard.de@aseur.com
Web: http://www.idealstandard.co.uk/marcnewson
Bohle
Seals in Quality and Value
Bohle
UK
has introduced a fast curing Mirror Adhesive and high-performance Silicone
sealants in a new value for money own brand range for the building and
glazing industries.
Bohle
Mirror Adhesive is a high strength product for securing mirrors to vertical
surfaces without the need for mechanical fixings. Its special solvent
free formula, compatible with all known mirror backing paints, remains
permanently flexible throughout its life and can accommodate small surface
irregularities. Extensively tried and tested, Bohle's Mirror Adhesive
represents a premium product at an affordable price.
Bohle's new Silicone sealants consist of two key types - the Premier UB
and Standard T. Premier UB offers a professional quality range of High
and Low Modulus sealants in a choice of colours. The High Modulus version
offers adhesion to a wide variety of non-porous surfaces such as metal,
and is particularly suitable for glass to glass joints. The Low Modulus
option ensures a flexible yet strong seal to glass, coated timber, coated
metals, brickwork, plastics and concrete.
Bohle's Standard T range of Low Modulus silicone sealants is available
in neutral and acetoxy cure to meet the needs of different trade applications.
The acetoxy cure sealant is suitable for sealing around kitchen worktops
and baths and perimeter sealing of window and door frames. The neutral
cure version has been specially developed for PVCu window installation.
All products in Bohle's new Silicone sealant range meet the highest level
of performance in accordance with new international standards ISO 11600-G-25.
Bohle's UK Managing Director, Gary Dean comments, 'We recognised a market
fragmented into highly respected brands at high prices, and lower cost
own name sealants offering inconsistent quality. Our new range gives customers
the confidence of buying a Bohle branded product, whilst at the same time
providing excellent value for money.'
Further information on Bohle's new mirror adhesive and sealants is available
by calling free phone 0800 61 61 51 or visiting http://www.bohle.ltd.uk
Duravit
AG - White Comes up Trumps!
At the time of its introduction to the market in 1998, the 4 x 9 furniture
series by Duravit as a programme of
individual, cost effective furniture pieces opened up new perspectives
for bathroom design.
The simple yet genial idea from Sieger De-sign: Take the shape of a square
and divide it symmetrically into smaller squares or add further squares
across and down. The result is a flexible, youthful and modern furniture
programme.
The possibilities for colour play are an important component of the 4
x 9 programme. Surfaces in maple, cherry-wood and, quite recently, classic
white are combined with drawer containers made of dyed polypropylene.
They are supplied in the following colours: Panama, a tender yellow, marina,
a fresh pigeon blue, bonanza, a warm cinnamon shade and white, and so,
like the drawer fronts, are a lively and effective contrast to the body.
The new white variant makes it suitable for monochrome solutions. Wholly
in white, 4 x 9 suggests Nordic cool, classic and timeless. The glass
doors make their contribution: either completely non-see-through or as
a showcase door with opaque frames and diced décor, they draw the
eye to vanity units, cupboards and sideboards.
As the ideal complement to existing bathroom designs, the 4 x 9 programme
includes practical universal vanity units, which thanks to a specially
developed chromium shield, creates perfect harmony with vanity units from
all well known makers.
Mirror elements and mirror collages with side lighting and supplied in
many different widths give the washroom the correct light.
For the perfect bathroom arrangement, the 4 x 9 offers much more: tall
cupboards, sideboards, roll containers, top and bottom cup-boards or drawer-container
blocks as practical solutions for small and large bathrooms.
Email: mailto:info@duravit.de
Web: http://www.duravit.com
Sandringham
Select from Armitage Shanks
Armitage
Shanks has made some product additions to the Sandringham range.
These additions not only provide increased choice for consumers but also
build together to form an extensive range - Sandringham Select.
The Sandringham range sees the introduction of a back-to-wall WC, space-saving
50cm semi-countertop and countertop basin and a wall mounted WC. For cloakrooms,
Dorex and Corex handrinse basins have been redesigned to improve their
space-saving characteristics and now form part of the Sandringham range.
The Sandringham 56cm pedestal basin has been modernised and is now available
in a one tap hole option reflecting the mass market move towards the convenience
of mixer taps.
The new Sandringham brassware range is extensive and comes complete with
fitted chrome and acrylic handles.
'Sandringham has now been one of the UK's leading bathroom ranges for
over three decades. The additions to the range comply with the Sandringham
formula of being an up-to-date, affordable and modern bathroom' commented
Jonathan Waggott, Armitage Shanks Marketing Manager.
Armitage Shanks Trade Tel: 01543 490253
Web: http://www.armitage-shanks.co.uk/select
Alchemy
from Sottini
Sottini
claims its Alchemy range suits the modern move toward styles with an eye
for the finer things in life. All unnecessary excess has been removed
to leave simple ovals that achieve Alchemy's post-minimalist look.
The individual pieces within the extensive Alchemy range, such as the
circular bowl that appears to be carved out of the semi-circular basin,
relate to each other and are complemented by the new Alchemy collection
of brassware.
From bathroom designer Robin Levien RDI, the Alchemy brassware collection
is a balance of yin and yang shapes, the strength of the modern, tubular
body being balanced with the extenuating curves in the water delivery
spouts. Monoblock, Bridge and Pillar models further define the depth of
the whole Alchemy collection.
Sottini Trade Tel: 01482 449513.
Sottini Consumer Tel: 0800 591586.
Web: http://www.sottini.co.uk