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Dramatic Bathroom Centrepiece from Splash
Splash
distribution, exclusive distributor of Alape bathroom products, announces
the addition of the WT.RX washstand to its portfolio.
The basin is suitable for those purists who seek contemporary styling
in the bathroom, where a traditional basin and pedestal unit is not ideal,
and space is perhaps too limited for a vanity unit or similar furniture
item.
The basin is formed from the cylindrical pedestal offering clean lines
and a 'chunky' look, which can be enhanced with one of the many brassware
designs, also available from Splash.
'Made from glassed steel, the WT.RX washstand has the potential to become
an iconic bathroom product.' says the company.
Available in pure white and colours, the WT.RX measures 900mm in height
and 400mm in diameter, and is priced from £973.31 inc VAT.
For stockist enquiries contact Splash on 01444 473355
Armond
Announces The Stock Range
Armond
has announced the launch of its new Stock Range. The Armond Stock Range
comprises two designs, the Quayside collection and the Docklands collection.
The two ranges feature a simple and stylish contemporary design. ‘Created
with our core values paramount, these collections provide excellent value
for money, bringing a high quality, fresh, modern look to the bathroom.’
says the company.
Similar in style, the Quayside collection is defined by satin white pencil
edge doors and fascias, while the Docklands collection is defined by warm
beech pencil edge doors and fascias. The pieces in both ranges are set
on beech MFC carcasses and complemented by long-lasting sealed laminate
beech surfaces.
The two collections are manufactured using the latest high tech machinery
and, as with all Armond bathroom furniture, each unit is then assembled
and hand-finished by craftsmen.
Armond products can be purchased through a network of bathroom retailers
in the South East of England. A list of stockists is available by calling
01708 854584.
Barcelona
Beauty from Ideal-Standard
‘Designed
by Anna Dabrowski at Studio Levien in London, The Bath represents the
ultimate in freestanding luxury bathing.’ says Ideal-Standard.
Inspired by the Mies van der Rohe's Barcelona Chair, the design team at
Studio Levien have created 'The Bath' to be simply beautiful and beautifully
simple.
The 170 x 75cm Idealcast bath has no tap deck and features a very simple
narrow rim around its whole circumference. This makes the bath visually
delicate and also leads to the internal bathing space being maximised
(645mm at the widest point).
The Bath takes advantage of the strength and lightness of Ideal-Standard's
own Idealcast material - a resin mineral composite cast onto an acrylic
shell to give the kind of rigidity usually associated with cast iron.
Such a narrow rim (50mm) can only be achieved with this kind of strength.
The Bath is available in two versions, either with Wave legs made from
polished stainless steel or aeroply Trestle legs as above (10 laters topped
by a maple laminate stain tinted lacquer).
For stockist information or to order a brochure call Ideal-Standard on
01482 346461 or visit http://www.ideal-standard.co.uk
Pure
Stone – Seemingly Formed by the Eternal Flow of Water
'Not
the hammer blow, but the water's dance rounds the pebble to beauty.' Is
there a more expressive way to describe the relationship between stone
and water than in this epigram by Rabindranâth Tagore, the Indian-Bengali
winner of the Nobel prize for literature? asks Villeroy
& Boch. 'For thousands of years, if not since time began,
the eternal flow of water has lent unique shapes to even the hardest of
stones. It does this with a constant, never-ending power which fascinates
has not ceased to fascinate us people to the present day. Water and stone
– these two elements express original nature, harmonious symbiosis
and perfect beauty. Every single pebble, no matter how simple, shines
distinctively as a unique specimen.'
The
Uniqueness of Smoothly-Washed Round Pebbles
Villeroy & Boch has taken its inspiration from this interaction between
water and stone and created the 'Pure Stone' bathroom collection –
not with a hammer blow, but using the very latest in production techniques.
This technique reproduces the pebbles particularly authentically and reinterprets
them in an unusual arrangement. Owing to the stone shape the high-quality
ceramic appears tremendously strong and tangible while remaining intentionally
simple and reduced. In order to further emphasise the natural stone look,
Villeroy & Boch has developed a special glaze in a soft-grey stone
look which, when combined with the technique applied, turns every item
into a genuinely unique piece. Alternatively, the ceramic elements are
also available in an even more subtle, pure-white design.
Nature's Power and Peace in the Bathroom
The furniture to match 'Pure Stone' is also strikingly natural while displaying
high-quality and perfect workmanship. It is made in the harmonious real-wood
combination of light oak and dark walnut with matt surfaces, which have
been varnished three times and seem to be completely untreated. In order
to lend greater intensity to the peace of the design, handles have been
completely omitted. Instead, recessed finger grips are provided to gently
open and close the furniture elements. The natural character is further
emphasised by the matching 'Source flow' fitting, which feeds the stone
with water like an open spring and in so doing, seems to constantly hollow
it out even further. Designer Oliver Conrad modelled the fitting on a
natural watercourse and partly opened it, like a bamboo cane which has
been cut into, and through which the water becomes visible. An elaborate
technique ensures that the water accumulates slightly before flowing out
into the basin in an extremely clear 'spring' jet. In the visible interior
of the 'cut bamboo cane', Source flow also reveals a delicate shimmer,
which is based on the interplay of light on the river-bed pebbles. A soft
lighting has been integrated to perfect the natural presentation. When
turning off the collection's mirror lights, for example, impressions of
a romantic setting sun are evoked.
The new Premium Collection, 'Pure Stone' introduces the power and peace
of nature into the bathroom, transforming it into a totally individual
refuge. Those who choose 'Pure Stone' acquire what many people of our
increasingly over-stimulated age long for: 'A little bit of nature all
to myself'
The Product Range: a whole wealth of variety for distinctive interpretations
The different wash-basin variants ensure scope for individual design when
furnishing the bathroom. A wall-mounted wash-basin is available, as are
two sizes of top-mounted wash-basin and a smaller hand wash-basin, which
can be combined with a one-hand fitting or a bib fitting. These are complemented
by a wall-mounted washdown WC with matching toilet seat and equipped with
'Softclosing' and 'Quickrelease' features, and a wall-mounted bidet. The
collection is rounded off both functionally and aesthetically by its three
ceramic accessories: dish, jar and stone.
The furniture range also comprehensively designed. There is a choice of
two floor-mounted base cabinet variants for the two top-mounted wash-basins:
one with full, closed doors, or alternatively with/without open shelves
and two wall-mounted variants for the wall wash-basins. These are complemented
by shelves, optionally with integrated lighting, which can either be presented
in an open form or also converted into a closed cupboard. A particularly
novel and practical idea is the shelf with integrated drawer, which forms
an ensemble with the WC and bidet. Here it's possible, for example, to
deposit magazines or discretely accommodate toiletries in the integrated
drawer. The range furthermore includes: a cupboard which can be combined
with the shelves. Rounding off the furniture range are various illuminated
mirrors with soft-touch technology.
The soft contours of the 'Source' series have been taken up for the 'Source
flow' series of fittings and reinterpreted in an unusual way. In addition
to the 'cut-into' bib fittings, 'Source flow' also comprises a one-hand
mixer tap, both for wash-basins and bidets, all finished with a chromium
metal surface. Further fittings and accessories can be supplemented from
'Source' series.
Web: http://www.villeroy-boch.com
Underbath
Storage Unit Now Available in White
The
Fordham Under Bath Storage Unit that
revolutionised cluttered bathrooms all over the country, giving them a
much tidier look, as well as providing a great storage area for shampoos,
bath foams, shower gels, soaps and cleaning products is now available
in a contemporary gloss white finish in addition to the popular beech
finish.
The
Under Bath Storage Unit has been designed to make use of the previously
unused space under and alongside the bath, and accommodates many baths
within the Fordham product portfolio.
This new contemporary gloss white colourway gives an additional finish
option to this award winning unit. It co-ordinates with the fitted furniture
ranges within the Fordham range, including the Contemporary gloss white
range and the Ratio range in Contemporary Beech finish.
The Under Bath Storage Unit is available in two options, to suit both
a recessed and freestanding location.
The recessed option has one deep sliding drawer which opens to allow for
a substantial storage area. The cabinet also incorporates two shelves
and an optional stainless steel grip.
The freestanding option includes three storage areas; an integral cupboard,
a sliding drawer and two shelves. Both recessed and freestanding Under
Bath Storage units are used with a three quarter front panel and have
the option of a stainless steel grip and end panel.
The Fordham bathroom collection is one of the Jacuzzi UK product brands.
Tel: 01274 654700
Web: http://www.fordham.co.uk
Jacuzzi
Teams with Pininfarina to Create Morphosis® Line of Whirlpool Baths
On
January 11th, Jacuzzi, known for originating hydrotherapy, announced a
new initiative called Morphosis and unveiled a new series of whirlpool
baths - Alpha, Gamma and Sigma - that were designed in conjunction with
Pininfarina, legendary for the company's Ferrari car designs.
Morphosis is a new Jacuzzi initiative focused on seeking out ventures
in order to combine the best design aspects from outside the bath industry
with the performance and technology Jacuzzi is known for.
From the Greek word 'morphosis' - to take shape, and also Morpheus, the
god of dreams, the new Alpha, Gamma and Sigma whirlpool baths merge high-end
design with hydrotherapy innovation. The fluid shapes of the bath tubs
pair ergonomics with artistic design for a product that will be the centerpiece
of the bathroom.
(L-R)
Alpha, Gamma and Sigma - designed in conjunction with Pininfarina
'This first series of tubs coming out of the Morphosis initiative are
luxury whirlpool baths designed for the most discerning homeowner,' says
Kent Baker, president of Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath. 'In this initiative we
actively sought to integrate astoundingly different and forward-thinking
design with what we know best - the movement of water. Our partnership
with Pininfarina brings together two brands known for performance and
innovation to elevate bathroom design to a whole new level.'
Each of the three whirlpool baths in the Morphosis® line envelopes
the bather with design elements that unite technology with simplicity:
Alpha: a two-person whirlpool tub features a sleek design and an
arch that runs above the bath to represent a protective gesture; the Alpha
tub has four body and eight back jets that deliver relaxing and rejuvenating
hydrotherapy. Chromatherapy lighting enhances the experience, including
four translucent fiber optic lights that radiate from the jets and two
LED lights that emit ambience from the arch.
Gamma: a corner whirlpool bath that offers ample space to enjoy
the multi-sensorial experience; the Gamma tub has similar jet and chromatherapy
lighting as the Alpha.
Sigma: a single bath that cradles itself around the bather to maximise
the hydrotherapy experience; the Sigma tub has nine jets for back and
body massage, and two translucent fiber optic lights from the jets and
two LED lights from the arch to enhance the mood.
Matching Morphosis® china suites will be introduced in late 2005.
Web: http://www.jacuzzi-morphosis.it/english/intro.html
Kohler
Purist® Hatbox Toilet Epitomises High Fashion in the Home
Kohler
has recently unveiled the new Purist Hatbox toilet as an example of 'melding
stark beauty with outstanding function'.
Conventional
cues of the traditional toilet are removed as the minimalist inspired
electric toilet offers a clean aesthetic both visually and physically
with its tankless design.The result is a utilitarian product which provides
tremendous performance yet offers unexpected beauty by turning common
perceptions of what the traditional toilet should look like upside down.
'Over the past couple decades we’ve witnessed the television’s
transformation from bulky boxes to slim, streamlined plasma screens and
appliances change from typical white to commercial-inspired stainless
steel and even retro colours,'
explained David Kohler, President – Kohler Kitchen & Bath Group.
'Why should the appearance and design of the toilet remain the same as
it has been for the last century? The Purist Hatbox toilet is simply a
natural evolution of how we perceive the toilet.'
The well-proportioned elliptical shape and clean lines and surfaces of
the Purist Hatbox toilet offer style-savvy consumers a toilet that is
simple, streamlined and pure. As a component of the popular KOHLER Purist
Suite of products, the toilet stresses the clarity, geometry and precision
of the Minimalist design school and offers a contemporary design choice
in a typically traditionally designed product category.
The 'tankless' design of the toilet was achieved by utilising Kohler’s
exclusive Power Lite™ technology – a quiet .2-horsepower electric
pump fully enclosed with in the toilet bowl that provides a strong, powerful
flush utilising 1.6 gallons of water. Combined with an electronic 'soft
touch' actuator along the side of the toilet and the option for the water
supply line to attach inside the bowl base by coming up through the floor,
a smooth, streamlined external surface is achieved, making the toilet
incredibly easy to clean and visually impactful.
The Purist Hatbox toilet also offers Comfort Height™ seating –
a comfortable, chair-height seating for people of all ages and statures
that also complies with the height requirements of the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Comfort Height toilets are comparable to the height
of an average household chair – just over 17 inches – making
it easier to sit down and stand up. Adding to this convenience is an ergonomically
designed toilet seat with Quiet-Close™ functionality to prevent slamming
of the seat and eliminate unnecessary contact with the underside of the
seat. The KOHLER Purist Hatbox toilet is offered in six KOHLER colours
to match the existing colour offering of the Purist Suite – White,
Biscuit, Ice™ Grey, Almond, Sandbar, and Thunder™ Grey.
Web: http://www.us.kohler.com
Loop
NewWave – Successful Villeroy & Boch Design for 'Loop & Friends'
'A
good design has lots of friends'. Two years ago, in accordance with this
principle, brand manufacturer Villeroy &
Boch set up the 'Loop & Friends' circle, for which the
circular 'water-bowl Loop' was joined by the new wash-basin shapes: square,
rectangle, triangle and ellipse, which all stood out due to the simple
elegance of their clear shape. Now something else is awaiting the 'friends'
– its name is 'Loop NewWave'. This new shape of wash-basin was inspired
by the successful 'NewWave' design, which is currently still interesting
both the trade and end consumers in the form of tableware, glass, cutlery
and accessories from the Tableware Division.
The
unusual 'NewWave Caffè' cup was recently awarded the world's first
innovation prize, namely the 'German Business Innovation Award' for 2004.
A decisive factor for the highly-esteemed award was the innovative content
of 'NewWave', which was seen in its unique design and also in the specially-developed
production technique, without which manufacture of the asymmetrical shapes
would not have been possible.
Harmonious Sweeping Wave for an Exquisite Vanity Unit
'NewWave's' harmonious sweeping wave has now been transferred to a wash-basin.
The result is 'Loop NewWave', which enables the creation of exceptional
vanity units. And there's more: 'Loop NewWave', like all other 'Loops'
can be additionally brightened with fresh colour. All 'Loop & Friends'
are available in five colours and the bicolour-variant 'Colorline', with
its coloured inner surfaces. By using these colours, it is possible to
create additional features in the bathroom, which turn the vanity unit
into a real eye-catcher. With the new wash-basin, those already in love
with 'NewWave' tableware, can now also have that special 'wave flair'
in their bathroom. 'Loop NewWave' is just the right solution, however,
for all those who attach importance to design and love exceptional bathroom
presentations. The new 'Loop NewWave' wash-basin is supplied in the 60-cm
fitted and top-mounted versions and as a 51-cm base-mounted wash-basin.
The fitting to match 'Loop NewWave' is found in the 'Circle' series, whose
design characteristics are seen in the brushed fitting handle and the
curved spout. Chrome and brushed-chrome fittings are supplied, as is a
large selection of accessories.
In the case of 'Loop NewWave', the existing furniture range has also been
extended to include a base cabinet which displays the 'NewWave' wave design
motif: the front, of embossed maple real-wood veneer, takes up the characteristic
wavy structure of 'NewWave'.
The matching 'NewWave' bathtubs with their wavy, sweeping edge give a
particularly successful three-dimensional rendering of the 'NewWave' design
and can either be free-standing or wall-mounted. The baths are available
in a rectangular form in the three sizes 170 x 70 cm, 180 x 80 cm and
190 x 90 cm, in a 180 x 80-cm oval form and a 190 x 90-cm hexagonal shape.
The high-drawn head end ensures exceptional bathing comfort, which can
be further enhanced by fitting a whirlpool system.
Web: http://www.villeroy-boch.com
Bohle
Introduces ‘Europe’ Shower Door Hinges
A
bathroom is a very personal area where one wants to feel comfortable and
be able to relax. Therefore, the demands regarding design and equipment
as well as functionality are especially high. An all-glass shower enclosure
lends transparency and elegance to a bathroom. Practical aspects of planning,
installation and maintenance are very important, because diverse application
possibilities, easy mounting, precise and long-lasting setting of zero
position as well as low-maintenance cleaning and care are major requirements.
Bohle AG has been a reliable trade
partner for shower door fittings for many years. With ‘Europe’,
Bohle is introducing to the market the first series of shower door hinges
originating from Bohle's own development and production.
The
new ‘Europe’ shower door hinges are intended for one-sided wall
mounting and glass-glass construction (180° alignment) and accommodate
glass thicknesses up to 10 mm. They are suitable for glass shower doors
up to 100 cm wide (with glass thickness of 8 mm). You can choose from
three different finishes: shiny chrome plated, matt chrome plated or stainless
steel look. The narrow gap in the swinging axle of the door means less
water can escape. Clamps as well as corner connectors (glass-wall 90°,
glass-glass 90°) are available in the same finishes as ‘Europe’
and fit nicely into the total design.
Especially worth mentioning is the technology for setting the zero position,
for which Bohle has a patent pending. A familiar and annoying problem
when setting zero positions is the fact that, after being in use for a
while, the shower door settles. Many conventional shower door hinges do
not offer an acceptable solution to this problem: once the zero position
has been adjusted and set, it no longer can be re-adjusted. Bohle took
on this problem and can now present an elegant and easy-to-use solution.
With the new Bohle ‘Europe’ shower door hinges, the zero position
can be adjusted individually by ±5° and can easily be re-set
at any time, even after prolonged use. After setting the zero position,
matching-coloured caps cover all screws neatly and securely. Inserts made
of an elastic, translucent, wear-resistant synthetic material rest slip-free
in a groove of the hinge. The ‘Europe’ shower door hinge is
distinguished not only from a practical point of view in terms of function
and user-friendliness, but also by its design and elegance.
Bohle is a manufacturer and supplier of tools, machines and supplies for
the glass processing trade and industry. The trademarks SILBERSCHNITT
and VERIBOR are known worldwide. Also produced by Bohle are a variety
of machines for professional grinding, drilling, sawing, sandblasting
and fusing of glass as well as vacuum lifting systems. A comprehensive
range of products for picture framing and art galleries is a further business
sector of the company. In addition, Bohle has one of the largest coloured
glass warehouses in Europe.
Contact: Gary Dean
Tel: 0161 342 1100
Email: mailto:gdean@bohle.de
Fordham
Launches New lxia Suite
With
its contemporary European styling and crisp, angular lines running through
each piece, Fordham says that the
lxia suite makes a powerful first impression on potential buyers. lxia
is a specification suite which consists; 620mm, 560mm or 500mm wash basins
and pedestal, 450mm cloakroom basin and pedestal, corner cloakroom basin,
semi-recess basin, back to wall pan, close coupled wc pan and cistern
and chrome hinged toilet seat.
All basins are available in one or two tap hole options and the cistern
comes with a top dual flush pushbutton. The semi-recess basin and back
to wall pan co-ordinate with the Fordham range of fitted furniture. All
pieces are available in white or pergamon colourways.
The suite has been designed to co-ordinate with the Opula bath range and
the brassware shown is the Fordham Clarity range.
The lxia suite is part of the Fordham Bathroom collection, one of the
Jacuzzi UK product brands. It is available from Builders Merchants nationwide.
Tel: 01274 654700
Web: http://www.fordham.co.uk