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From The Editor Tiles have revolutionised the way we look at designing walls and floors. The tile manufacturing industry has come a long way from handmade clay tiles to now turning out automated digital print tiles; and from boring black and white ceramic to colourful glass. The market today is flooded with different shapes, sizes, modern designs, patterns and colours. And, the use of tiles has also gone beyond bathrooms and floors. They are used on living room walls, bedrooms, fireplaces and even furniture. Our Design Focus this month gives you in-depth information on the latest innovations, trends and technology in the industry. Read about different types of tiles, applications and tips in the article ‘Tile Odyssey’. Also have a look at a traditional house in Marrakesh, Morocco, which displays a bold designspread using cement tiles in black and white with graphic patterns. Elsewhere, we have featured two contemporary houses—one in Bengaluru and the other in Alibag. The Library House, in Bengaluru, designed by Khosla Associates has a singular library as a central space in the house, which is modern, interpretive and nostalgic of the city’s colonial past. Similarly, the vacation house in Alibag designed by Pinakin Design LLP is modern in its design—black, white and grey tones combined with contemporary finishes, imported furniture and luxury living standards—but striking a natural balance with its bucolic settings. Happy Reading
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Bathrooms have become relaxing havens that provide that away-from-it-all feeling at home, says Vikram Phadke
Bold composition
Black & White
Compact though it may be, this highly functional kitchen still makes a strong design statement statement
In this black-and-white themed bathroom in Anand Park, Pune, textures are given their due. A generous walk-in wardrobe
It’s a wrap
Stainless steel bands bind the crisp cabinetry in this new kitchen bringing a bold, contemporary edge to an older
Conversation piece
With cooking console as a friendly conversation area this kitchen is a reflection of today’s demands for a highly
A magical makeover
Revamped with modern equipments this 20-year old farmhouse kitchen still has lot of rustic charm
Balancing act
Though set in a house with laid-back country feel this kitchen in teak has all the luxuries of a modern lifestyle
A perfect fit
This compact kitchen in a penthouse apartment in Mumbai is fitted with every smart home appliance to give it a sleek,
Kitchen Ideas
What makes for ideal kitchen design is low-maintenance surfaces and ample storage, synergised with clutter-free
Expert View
What you need to need to know about cabinetary, appliances, sinks, faucets & fittings
Kitchen Products Appliances, Sinks, Faucets, Fittings & more Fittings & more Fittings & more
Open View
This bathroom in a Bangalore penthouse exudes sheer luxury, with its impeccable marbled walls and flooring, emphasised by
A tub and a wall
The bathrooms designed by Prateek Jain and Gautam Seth for their studio, blend neo-classical styles and contemporary
Column Space
This bath zone is a vision in mosaic glass tiles that add a touch of brightness contrasting with a wall clad with grooved
Back to Nature
A dominance of light wood and natural finishes impart a serene Scandinavian look to this bathroom, complete with sloping
Latent Luxury
Greco-Roman columns flank the sunken bath, oozing luxury and an old-world charm. An antique dresser complements
Bathroom Ideas
Bathrooms are a challenging space to be creative. Play with colours, textures, light and shadow for that designer look and
Expert View
What you need to know about WC, showers, bathtubs, fixtures & fittings and more bathtubs, fixtures & fittings and more
Bathroom Products
WC, showers, bathtubs, Jacuzzis, fixtures & fittings and more fittings and more fittings and more fittings and more
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Kitchen Products Cabinetry, cooktops, chimneys, fittings, storage & more
Brass faucet with single lever mixer from Bravat*. Price: `22,800
Addison kitchen faucet in brass from Delta Faucet*. Price: ` 18,200 onwards
Cantee: The ‘Cantee’ cooktop from Cata comes with an option of three and four burners. It comes in toughened black glass, has a euro-coated pan support,
Nolte open kitchen in blue and white gloss and grey oak wooden finishes. Available at ETRE LUXE*. Price: On request
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Elica: These built-in hobs have multi-flame control brass burners, where the inner brass burner can be controlled individually, while both the inner and outer burners can be
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Compact oven and coffee maker from Fisher & Paykel*. Price: On request
Warming drawers with sensor control and soft closing mechanism from Miele*.Price: `99,990 (14”) & ` 1,14,990 (29”)
Kitchen chimney and ceramic induction hob from Electrolux*. Price: `1,52,800 & `24,800 onwards
Induction cooktop from Fisher & Paykel*. Price: `30,000 onwards Elica The ‘OM’ model of Elica is a wall-mounted hood. It comes with a ‘Perimeter Aspiration’ feature, which directs the airflow across the entire Ultrafresh: Designed to suit individual tastes and preferences as well the available space in any home, kitchen accessories from
Philips Pure Essentials coffeemaker from Philips is a perfect pick for coffee lovers as it has a special aroma-control features that remembers the strength of your favourite coffee. It also has an aroma jug that preserves the coffee flavour
Kitchen chimney and ceramic induction hob from Electrolux*. Price: ` 1,52,800 & `24,800 onwards
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Kaff Built-in-dishwasher from Kaff comes with a stainless steel display panel and soft touch push button controls. It has a basket capacity for 12 settings and a three-stage filtration system. Price: ` 33,990. Available at: www.kaff.in.
Sleek The ‘Marco 90’ hob from Sleek is made in Italy but has been customised for Indian cooking. It is a 90cm hob with front control panel and electric auto ignition. It come with a stainless steel finish, has an
Coloured ‘Turbo’ chimneys from Ultrafresh are a refreshing break from the usual greys and blacks. Available in four colours—red, chocolate, ivory and black, these chimneys with galvanized steel bodies, Brava kitchen from Cucine Lube*. Price: On request
Philips The table grill from Philips has a high temperature plate that seals in all the flavour. Its adjustable thermostat ensures appropriate results for every food. The non-stick
Chimney from Fisher & Paykel*. Price: On request
Electrolux: Induction cooktops from Electrolux let you adjust exact temperatures and maintain them for advanced cooking. The electromagnetic
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The kitchen is finally being given its due with the family spending more time in this space. it accommodates elaborate Indian cooking with Western-style, fast-food needs; the materials used are heat- and water resistant and most fittings perform multiple functions, says Vikram Phadke
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he shrinking size of the home dwelling, changing lifestyles and food habits, as well as the entry of branded assembled kitchens are transforming the design and functionality of Indian kitchens, into spaces that the whole family would like to use.
Cross-cultural design Kitchen planning in modern India, unlike in the West, is unique—it combines diametrically opposite needs and functions. Elaborate Indian cooking coexists with Western-style fast food; the house help’s operations run parallel to those of family members. World suppliers have taken note of Indian conditions and some are adapting
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their designs to take care of our particular requirements. The kitchen has multiplied itself into two well-defined zones—wet and dry areas. The former is the utility, heavyduty zone, with the wet grinding and vesselwashing area, along with the kitchen for masala-based Indian cooking. This is mostly manned by the staff. A second, modular kitchen, with sophisticated gadgetry for international cooking, is invariably the domain of the family.
Styled for elegance Unlike previous generations, cooking is now an enjoyable activity that a family indulges in to de-stress and bond. The kitchen has evolved from being a separate zone,
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segregated from the main house, to become almost an extension of the living space. It is certainly not reminiscent of the battle zone it used to be just a generation ago. To achieve this seamless feel, open kitchens have become increasingly popular. In apartments, traditional kitchen layouts, such the L or U-shape have been tweaked to suit diminishing spaces. Instead of the work area running all the way around a U-shaped kitchen, or running down two sides in an L-shaped space, the kitchen itself may be concentrated along a single wall. The rest of the space may contain an ‘island’ usually in the centre, for an informal family dining or work area, or there might be extra room for utilities such as laundry or a communication centre, complete with computer, phone and planners. Since the kitchen is now a space that informal visitors walk into, all gadgets are neatly shelved or tucked away from view. Pull-out spice racks, built-in knife blocks, cooking ranges flushed with the counter, storage trays for use of specific utensils, give the kitchen an uncluttered look. No matter what the theme of your kitchen—country, period or traditional—outer lines are kept straight, reflecting modernistic design sensibilities, for a ‘clean’ look. Accents introduced in places act as individual differentiators and steer clear of cookie-cutter solutions. Stylish cupboard knobs, hints of brushed steel, rafters on the ceiling, hand-painted tiles in certain parts, all personalise the A second, modular kitchen, with sophisticated gadgetry for international cooking, is invariably the domain of the
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Materials and colours
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The kitchen is a pre-designed unit today, with the desired effect being planned beforehand. Most materials used are heat- and waterresistant, and demonstrate a high resistance to scratches. They are also stronger, thinner and lighter than before. The predominant materials used are diametrically opposite in nature—wood and steel, in combination with each other or exclusively on their own. Traditional kitchens may use wood, with accents of steel in the appliances, knobs and framework; while the modern kitchen may be predominantly steel, with wooden accents in the form of panelling. Glass is used intermittently, to break the monotony, to showcase an article of interest or to make higher spaces appear more accessible. New options, such as DuPont Corian, an easily moulded and inlayed non-porous material, can be used on countertops, sinks and even wall cladding. Corian can also be used for sinks, as its joints are seamless to the eye and touch. It comes in a variety of colours and effects. Colour is a strong presence in modern apartments. Whether it is vibrant colour in accents, juxtaposed against a natural shade of white, coffee, cream or brown, or a colour that forms the main element, a set palette is decided upon before construction. The style
Design is in the details While aesthetics are important, the kitchen needs to be high on utility. A good kitchen is customised for the person who works in it the most. So the height of the countertop, sink and faucets can be determined based on the person’s height. The depth of the work counter too can be increased from 60cm to 75cm. This gives a singlewall kitchen more room to work and more storage space in the base unit. It also provides space along the wall to hang accessories, without them getting in the way. The concept of the basic work triangle comprising of sink, cook top and refrigerator has now begun to be challenged. Instead, this too is based on individual needs, with the microwave or oven taking the place of the cook top. With more than one cook and more gadgets on hand, the space between the three points of the work triangle has seen an increase. The nuts and bolts of the kitchen are just as important as its exteriors. Rather than getting the carpenter to buy sliding, folding and closing devices from the local market, internationally-branded companies offer customised solutions and warranties that make better investment sense. While carousels are built to reach depths in shelves not easily accessible by the hand, swivelling sockets give gadgets more leeway. Concealed hinges that bear heavy weights take care of food bought in bulk and sliding doors that work with ball-bearings are noiseless. With a two-track overlay or a single-track inlay, large sliding doors are sturdy structures. inlay, large sliding doors are sturdy structures. inlay, large sliding doors are sturdy structures.
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Equipment Until the 1980s, the only gadgetry of a modern kitchen was the food processor and in some homes, the Oven Toaster Grill. Today, there is a gadget for every need—from hobs both gas and electric, conventional and ceramic tops, to exhausts, dishwashers, convection ovens and the latest steam oven. There are even ovens that shave off 90 percent of the cooking time taken up by conventional ovens. Ergonomically-sound refrigerators with three doors, so that food is segregated for better health, those that automatically clean the air within, and those with humidity controls, are all available today. Hoods come as wall-mounted, island, corner and builtin for different styles of kitchens, taking kitchen design to the next level. Gadgets that were previously found only in commercial establishments have found their way into the home—wine coolers, warming drawers and indoor grills are all made for the home. Next-generation gadgets have become a reality. Most can be remote-programmed from the mobile phone. So an oven can be turned on to cook the food from your phone. The same oven, with an in-built refrigeration the facia of refrigerators, on a 15” LCD screen. The screen displays an alarm, a calendar, a recipe folder and an inventory manager that shows the shelf-life of the food in the refrigerator and signals approaching expiry dates. Gadgets are also becoming smaller, quieter in their functioning, are self-cleaning, simpler to operate and are available in a range of colours, to coordinate with the kitchen.
Ready-made and custom-made Today, we are spoilt for choice and kitchens of every price and brand are available. Modular kitchens have variables that can be chosen out of the catalogue of the brand you pick. Colour, finish, materials, accessories, the type of shutters used, glass, knobs, handles, skirting, counters, appliances are the areas where you’re spoilt for choice. Dimensions are then measured and the unit is custom-made for you. There are warranties, sometimes
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of a lifetime as well as annual maintenance contracts (AMCs). Certain companies provide complete solutions, while others allow you to add one module at a time. International brands, albeit with a high import duty, have brought in global kitchen design concepts into India. Storage is maximised in the available space. Gone is the luxury of store rooms with large vessels to keep supplies of grain, lentils and condiments, as well as lofts. In fact, the soffit area even in the kitchen is used for shelving, and not as a loft as it used to be. The custom of long-term grocery purchases has given way to short-term buys, in a scenario when food shortages are a thing of the past and a steady and resilient supply chain for fresh and dry produce has fallen into place. The Indian branded kitchens provide local solutions to Indian problems, such as the incorporation of a gas cylinder unit, and arrangements that help you segregate the steel utensils from the glass. However, foreign manufacturers are keeping pace, implementing Vaastu-compliant designs, and making space for the kadai and wet grinder.
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Internationally, the essential themes of living, cooking and communicating are now combined. Slim dining tables double up as study desks with specific spaces for champagne coolers, teapot warmers and toasters. Multi-functional frames from which electrical appliances and drawers can be suspended, cabinets inserted, worktops and cookers laid out and washing areas fitted, give flexibility. Specially-designed ventilation systems with baffle filters remove the heat and grease emitted from cooking equipment by making the air change direction and velocity, separating the grease from the air stream. Above all, the kitchen is now seen as a space Vijay Kapur is a Delhi-based architect and interior designer Designtoday october 2014 00
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Cooking Up A Storm
More stylish and efficient than ever before, appliances contribute to both the form and function of a kitchen. We share our insights into the latest products on the market
In Conversation With Fisher & Paykels Mark Elmore The bathroom has developed functional zone ? a space of personal luxury. From its position of being relegated to a discreet structure outside the house, to its integration into the home as a room that reflects lifestyle, the bathroom has come a long way.
The bathroom has developed bathroom has developed functional zone ? a space of personal luxury. From its position of being relegated to a discreet structure outside the house, to its integration into the home as a room that reflects lifestyle, the bathroom has come a long way.
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lifestyle, the bathroom has come a long way. a space of personal luxury. From its position of being relegated to a discreet structure outside the house, to its integration into the home as a room that reflects lifestyle, the bathroom has come a long way.
The bathroom has developed functional zone ? a space of personal luxury. From its position of being relegated to a discreet structure outside the house, to its integration into the home as a room that reflects lifestyle, the bathroom has come a long way.
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a space of personal luxury. From its position of being relegated to a discreet structure outside the house, to lifestyle, the bathroom has come a long way. a space of personal luxury. From its position of being relegated to a discreet structure outside the house, to its integration into the home as a room that reflects
a space of personal luxury. From its position of being relegated to a discreet structure outside the house, to its integration into the home as a room that reflects lifestyle, the bathroom has come a long way. a space of personal luxury. From its position of being relegated to a discreet structure outside the house, to its integration
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Bath Basics Bathrooms today have moved beyond luxury tubs and expensive faucets. importance is now being given to ergonomics and the therapeutic effects of water. Materials too have reinvented themselves with stainless steel and wooden bath tubs, stone washbasins and rain showers, says Vijay Kapur
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BATHROOMS AS OPEN-ENDED Traditionally, toilets and baths have been ‘ensuite’—all bedrooms have their own attached bathrooms. However, with the concept of seamless living, where rooms merge one into the other, bathrooms too seem to flow into other living spaces, and may not necessarily have a single connecting door to
the bedroom. Floor-to-ceiling sliding screens extend the area outwards, and contribute to the flow of movement. This has made the bathroom itself a living space. Bath areas are often built with picture windows, skylights, or open out onto balconies of their own or have views of inner courtyards. The idea is to let in as much natural light as possible, so lounging in the bathtub is just as comfortable as lounging in the living room area. With stressful lifestyles, people are transforming bathrooms into their private spa zones, so relaxation comes at a one-time price, and with no time-limit to leave. In order to create a Zen-like calm, designers
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use a combination of voids, sleek fittings and luxurious bath accessories and products to rest the mind and body. Larger bath spaces—sometimes as large as the living area itself, integrating the WC, bath, steam, sauna, bathtub, exercise area and closets have become the order of the day. Each unit has subtle boundaries, in the form of a change of flooring or glass partitions. The innermost recesses will house the most intimate aspects of the bathroom ritual. The washbasins and bathtub come next, while the gym, massage table and changing areas move towards the outer periphery.
COLOURS AND TEXTURES Bathrooms have evolved from tiled areas to spaces where designers use a combination of materials—stone, glass and wood, with chrome, nickel or steel used in nuances through the design, connecting wet and dry areas. The emphasis is on visual texture—veins in wood or marble, a brushed look on steel. While the choice of materials has not changed dramatically, it is where these materials are used that has seen a transformation—wooden tubs or ceramic tubs clad in wood, wicker or leather on the outside, glass faucets with spouts resembling waterfalls, stone basins and tubs for a throwback to the past. To enhance staid fixtures, laser-screen print patterns of beautiful geometric designs: squares, circles and swirls are embossed on the metalware, to give them a contemporary twist. Vanity fixtures come in units A second, modular kitchen, with sophisticated gadgetry for international cooking, is invariably the domain of the
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nowadays—the washbasin mounted atop a cabinet on a stand. Basins may be in acrylic, steel and stone besides glass, ceramic and porcelain. Colours swing from one extreme to the other. On the one hand is the transparent effect, combined with a measure of translucence. Backlit glass tiles, transparent glass partitions and washbasins heighten the sense of space and maximise the sense of water flow. On the other hand, are bright glass tiles that create an impact, with elements of white or steel to offset them. In the middle, are wood-stone-metal rooms, which emphasise the natural and have an understated elegance. As with all other rooms, personalisation is key to making the bathroom a part of a ‘living’ home area. LED is the new material used in the bathroom. LED tiles, with an LED light in the centre of the tile, can be innovatively used to provide light at different times of the day. LED door handles show up in red and green, so that one can see from a distance if the bathroom is occupied or not. For the luxury-conscious, gemstones are inlaid into other materials such as steel and wood. Lit beneath the surface, the gems emanate a glow, releasing different types of energy, depending on the stone.
Bathroom creations Designers spend as much time on bathroom product design as artists spend on canvases. Each creation is inspired— some by nature, some by age-old symbols, some by older design classics. The intensity of the design process, resulting in
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products that appear as works of art, celebrate water as the elixir of life. To reinforce the Zen effect, streamlined product design gives the perfect geometric silhouette. Every form is frameless. Rather than an intricate curvature, sweeping arcs make bolder statements. Horizontal lines balance the vertical, and curves are stabilised with straight lines—all in the same fixture. As much as can be, is hidden from view, and the few exposed elements may be magnified. The spouts of the faucets are separated from the operating knobs. Each need, every whim of what a person may need in the bathroom is pre-empted and designed. From essential concepts such as products for the elderly (higher WCs, grabbars, non-skid surfaces), those for children, (thermostat, adhesive pads for the tub floor), or ecosensitive ones (devices within taps to control flow, smaller cisterns) to the whimsical (mixer taps that squirt water into the mouth for a gargle, fittings with engraved personal insignia, mirrors with defoggers), anything is possible. Products are designed to give much more than before. Tubs, for instance are now ergonomically constructed with just the right contour. There are deeper tubs, those with halogen lighting, headrests, twin tubs, those in different geometric outlines to fit into various bathroom layouts, those with waterproof remotecontrol devices, and those which fill from spouts above to give a true spa experience. The original, basic functions of products are now a given,
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with several other functions being just as important. Overhead showers cascade down to simulate rain, showers combine with tubs to give the feel of sitting in a pool of water with a waterfall tingling the exposed part of the body, adjustable shower panels allow for multiple shower heads to be placed at different levels, and tubs come with water and air jets that massage the body. In fact, so evolved is the shower that in some instances it consists of a combination of the regular head shower, the hand shower and the latest ‘rain shower’. Showers have grown in size—the largest of them being 90cm square with inbuilt LED lights that can change to every hue of the spectrum. It even houses speakers that can play your favourite music or the radio. Temperatures can be preset and some even have an inbuilt steam option. Fixtures are electronically devised, automated and can be programmed to suit individual needs. The smart toilet senses one’s
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approach and opens its lid, flushing on its own. It can be pre-programmed to heat the seat, wash from front and/or back, dry and deodorise. Showers can be programmed to give different degrees of water pressure. This merger of form and function is the hallmark of bathroom design. Newer products, such as the steam shower, tanning shower, infrared sauna, towel warmer, wine chiller, splash-protected touch-screen multimedia and TV, and pedicure spa have also found their way into the market. Also increasingly popular is the use of fixtures from public spaces being incorporated into the home. The urinal has become a piece of sculpture, and reinforces the ‘his’ and ‘hers’ space distinction (along with separate vanity areas) that has come Vijay Kapur is a Delhi-based architect and interior designer Designtoday october 2014 00
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Bathroom Products Bathtubs, showers, faucets, wash basins & more
Villeroy & Boch: ’AVEO’ bathtub has been designed by Conran & Partners exclusively for Villeroy & Boch. It is made using the innovative material Quaryl, which has a unique mix of the
selecta from Hansgrohe This handshower comes with a normal, soft, normal+ and eco-spray features. It also features the integrated descaling function Quiclean, which is activated whenever you change the spray model. The practical cleaning sticks
Coloured ‘Turbo’ chimneys from Ultrafresh are a refreshing break from the usual greys and blacks. Available in four colours—red, chocolate, ivory and black,
oriental (overflow bathtub) from kasch This exclusive range of SPA baths from Kasch (Germany) offers various health benefits through the means of hydrotherapy, chromatherapy, hydro-thermal therapy and ozone therapy. Safety features include a special MCB trip unit to avoid electricity leakage of one micro ampere and pumps that can withstand fluctuating
oriental (overflow bathtub) from kasch This exclusive range of SPA baths from Kasch (Germany) offers various health benefits through the means of hydrotherapy, chromatherapy, hydro-thermal therapy and ozone therapy. Safety features include a special MCB trip unit to avoid electricity leakage of one micro ampere and pumps that can
Kohler: ‘Escale’ bathroom suites by Kohler are inspired by Japanese ceramic tableware design. The range offers a mix and match of products from sinks,
bathtub from toto This oval-shaped, enamelled, cast-iron bathtub has a wooden base, towel rail and an anti-slip design. Available in dimension of 1829 x 1061 x 580mm, it has a capacity of 294 litres. It also has an additional feature
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Coloured ‘Turbo’ chimneys from Ultrafresh are a refreshing break from the usual greys and blacks. Available in four colours—red, chocolate, ivory and black, these chimneys with galvanized steel bodies,ized steel Visage: Axia’s new collection ‘AX 10’ suite, designed by Simone Micheli, is the latest product at Visage. The suite is a compositising the innovative materon o
Käsch: This anti-ageing skin spa, manufactured by the German bath and sanitary brand Käsch, is a micro-steam cabin fully equipped with the complete spa technology. It uses natural materials to support the immune-stimulating, antioxidant, and cosmetic treatment of the
Losanga from gsi This pair of toilet bowls are from the new Losanga collection of GSI bathroomware fixtures. The Losanga collection stands out for its innovation and use of an original geometric matrix, the rhombus. These pieces are available as free-standing or wall-
Kohler: ‘Escale’ bathroom suites by Kohler are inspired by Japanese ceramic tableware design. The range offers a mix and match of products from sinks, freestanding bathtubs to toile
neorest 600 from TOTO This is an intelligent ‘aware of you’ toilet bowl that takes personal hygiene to a new level. It comes with a remote-control function. As it comes without a tank,
Hindware Hindware presents its imported washbasins in its Italian Collection. These are available in three designs: Armada, Optra and Venenzia. Armada comes in a rectangular form with a shallow basin and a bow-shaped rim. It is available in star white and ivory colours. Optra has a straight, flat
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