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1. Kaldewei Nueva

Designed by Werner Aisslinger, the Nueva washbasin captivates with its clear, elementary form. The concise offset in the contour of the new design gives the bowl a calm precision that predestines it to become the classic of tomorrow. The unique bowl design is accentuated by its interplay with the traditional cubic characteristics of room architecture. Made from sustainable steel enamel and designed to meet high demands, the Nueva washbasin is suitable for luxury hotel bathrooms and wellness areas, as seen in The Hotel Seegarten in Sundern, Germany – the first hotel in the world to install Nueva washbowls within 49 of its guest bathrooms. www.kaldewei.com

2. Waterworks Sport Black - Rally Series

Waterworks has expanded its Bond fittings collection with three new additions – four coloured enamel options in Sienna, Aegean, Adriatic and Highlands; the tactile Rally series in Sport Black; and a straight lever handle. In a nod to the car rallies that define European motorsports, Waterworks’ new Sport Black finish has a smooth velvety touch. It is created by applying matte black paint, uniform in its opacity, to solid brass elements and meticulously spraying on a durable and transparent sealant – free of dangerous VOCs – for a rich matte effect. True to its automotive inspiration, Sport Black is exclusively paired with a chrome metal finish. www.waterworks.com

3. Thomas Crapper Tiles

Thomas Crapper has developed a selection of new tiles that add to its wide-ranging bathroom portfolio. Available in four colours – Rasa Grey, Callinus Green, Onyx Black and Albus White – the classical field tiles measure 100mm x 200mm and are typically laid in a standardised brick formation. The company also manufactures a branded field tile featuring the classic logo. New additions are available in all colours with the option of real platinum or gold detailing. Manufactured in the UK, the tiles have a traditional translucent effect created by using an intermittent glazing process. The range also includes colour coordinated dados and skirtings. www.thomas-crapper.com

4. Laufen Ilbagnoalessi

Laufen has revealed the evolution of Ilbagnoalessi, designed by Stefano Giovannoni. The Swiss bathroom specialist has updated its longstanding collection, lightnening its forms thanks to the use of Saphirkeramik, whilst introducing furnishings and a new bathtub. An important new feature involves three variations of finish and colour for all the ceramic pieces, including the toilet and bidet. The matte finish – available in white, black and coffee – gives the product a more contemporary image. In Ilbagnoalessi, the holistic idea of the bathroom is realised with complementary furniture, accessories and bathtub. www.laufen.com

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1. Tece Six Senses Ibiza

Tece has supplied modern sanitary products to Six Senses Ibiza. With their linear design, the TECEdrainline shower channels blend almost seamlessly into the shower area and ensure reliable and safe drainage. The channel body is manufactured using stainless steel and can be cleaned of hair and dirt by simply wiping it off. With the WCs, the tried-and-tested TECEprofil toilet modules ensure smooth operation and meet the highest demands in terms of comfort and technology. The cistern filling noise is particularly quiet too, while the Tece universal cistern achieves top marks in the ecological ranking, supporting the hotel’s sustainability concept. www.tece.de

2. Sanipex Group Alpine

Alpine by Bagnodesign meets the growing desire for personalisation within interiors; comprising multiple freestanding, wall-mounted and countertop styles and slab finishes, the range can be configured in numerous ways to create a distinctive look that works across any aesthetic. Every piece is made to order by skilled in-house artisans, who ensure the unique characteristics of each slab are highlighted within the shortest possible timeframe. Made from high-quality materials, Alpine has a superior product lifespan and offers maximum durability, making it an optimal solution for hightraffic commercial and domestic spaces. www.sanipexgroup.com

3. Ideal Standard Linda-X

With geometrically-inspired design at its forefront, Linda-X celebrates Ideal Standard’s iconic design heritage while also incorporating contemporary influences and technology. The end result is a reimagining of the Linda collection, created in 1977 by Achille Castiglioni. This new iteration, designed by Palomba Serafini Associati (PS+A), takes inspiration from the original piece and forms part of the luxury Atelier Collections. Comprising a range of basins and an elegant, freestanding bathtub, the range stands out for its super-light design, with fine, curved lines, conceived to have a delicate yet dramatic impact thanks to the brand’s unique Diamatec technology. www.idealstandard.com

4. Room360° by FOH Austin

Specified by prestigious hotels, spas and design firms worldwide, Room360° by FOH is a leading provider of luxury accessories for the bathroom space. Designed and manufacturered inhouse, the company’s Austin collection is characterised by hand-stitched, distressed faux leather with an easy yet tailored edge that is reflective of today’s trend-forward bath and guestroom design concepts. The brand’s wider portfolio includes a variety of sustainable product collections such as Bali, Bangkok, Fiji, Root, Tribeca, Asheville and Hamilton – all of which can be mixed-and-matched to allow give designers creative freedom whilst maximising on budget. www.roomthreesixty.com

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1. Devon & Devon Secret Gardens

Secret Gardens is the result of a collaboration between Devon & Devon and Marcel Wanders Studio, bringing together nature and imagination, the familiar and unexpected, to create an entirely new equilibrium. Envisioned using a holistic and poetic creative approach, each element is dressed in a seamlessly flowing design and, when placed together, produce immersive settings that draw people’s attention. The range comprises four graphic patterns – Blossom, Zen, Garden of Dreams and Urban – which are available across wallpapers, small and large ceramic slabs, a vanity table, three mirrors and a series of ceramic accessories. Gabriel Chiave, Creative Director at Marcel Wanders Studio, comments: “Devon & Devon share some of the same characteristics and DNA points as our studio, which is to celebrate certain iconic pieces from the past and bring them into the contemporary world of design.” www.devon-devon.com

2. Waterbury Custom Mirrors

Established in 1935, Waterbury has a long history of producing high-performance bathroom accessories for the hotel and contract market. The family-run business recently launched a brand-new range of custom mirrors, with a focus very much on creating the right solution for each individual project. The Birmingham-based supplier offers a selection of base products that can then be adapted to suit individual requirements, with customisable features such as a built-in magnifier or bluetooth speakers. The team is available to help guide customers through the options available, arrange visual 3D presentations, provide samples and then see the order right through to delivery on site. Waterbury will be demonstrating some of its samples at hospitality trade shows later this year, including HIX at London’s Business Design Centre in November and Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe at ExCeL London in December. www.waterbury.co.uk

3. Zucchetti Isy22

Zucchetti presents Isy22, a new collection of taps designed by Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez, which celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Isy range with a new system and contemporary finishes. Having grown in size and character, Isy22 is a versatile water control system comprising four product families: the single-lever mixer, the progressive mixer and the classic two-handle version with levers or with knobs. A vibrant Mediterranean blue enhances the single-lever mixer and the two-handle series with levers, while the progressive mixer features a few bold two-tone designs in playful, bright colours. In the two-handle version with circular knobs, resplendent marble in various shades was chosen as the primary material, diversifying a product aimed at a more sophisticated world. Completing the range is the no-touch electronic tap, which meets the needs of contemporary lifestyles. www.zucchettikos.it

BRING PERSONALITY AND HARMONY INTO THE BATHROOM

Unidrain Reframe Collection is a series of bathroom accessories grounded in Scandinavian design and quality – which paired with the award-winning HighLine Colour floor drains gives you the opportunity to match all metal details. This is your opportunity of reframing the bathroom experience.

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Stellar Works Pagoda

Inspired by the simplicity of café chairs from mid-19th century Vienna as well as the café culture of 1920s Shanghai, the Pagoda range by Stellar Works is a modern take on a classic, marrying efficiency and comfort. The compact structure of the chair is made up of six components – a curved seat, rounded back and four legs – that can be finished in multiple materials, from aluminium and gold to cane and timber. While the circular seat takes cues from the Way of Nature, or the concept of oneness in Chinese culture, the cantilevered arms curve up slightly to create an enveloping shape, and the backrest subtly references pagoda gates through its bowed silhouette. www.stellarworks.com

COLLABORATION

OnceMore PM & Vänner

Circular textile recycling system OnceMore has announced its expansion into the hospitality industry through a partnership with PM & Vänner – a sustainability-driven hotel and Michelin-starred restaurant in Småland, Sweden. Providing a blueprint for the sector’s textile wastage problem, the collaboration will involve the creation of a revived material from existing fabrics, with hopes that it will drive the sector towards greater circularity and the avoidance of unnecessary waste. In producing the textile, fibres used by the hospitality operator will be broken down and combined with renewable wood cellulose from responsibly run forests in Sweden, resulting in a material that can be used to create products that are either recyclable or biodegradable. “The hotel sector produces a vast amount of textile waste every year and whilst most companies aim to recycle, the majority ends up in landfill due to the mixed composition of the materials,” says Lotta Lyra, President and CEO of forest industry group Södra. “OnceMore offers a solution to this with pioneering technology that separates the different fibres, combining them with wood from our members’ responsibly managed forests to create a high-quality textile pulp. Our partnership with PM & Vänner to further enhance its sustainability policy is an example of what can be achieved and sets the benchmark for other hospitality venues going forward.” Having already exceeded its previous target of 20% recycled content, OnceMore is now aiming to create a pulp with 50% by 2025. www.oncemore.se

COLLABORATION

Ege Carpets Margrethe Odgaard

Ege Carpets has collaborated with Danish textile designer and colour alchemist Margrethe Odgaard to develop a new 56-tone palette of floor surface shades. Exploring the interaction between colour, material, light and space, the collection comprises a preponderance of social hues that complement and lift each other, as well as individual diva colours that stand out clearly and add vibrant dynamics to interior settings. A variety of mineral-inspired tones make it possible to create several combinations in which the colours relate and react differently to one another – on the floor and in relation to other materials used in modern architecture. With the ambition of creating poetry in the floorscape, Margrethe Odgaard hopes to communicate positive emotions that while not necessarily identifiable, exist and nourish users nevertheless. “Colours for the floor must offer a degree of stability because it’s where we set our feet,” she explains. “You have to trust them and feel secure when you enter a room.” The 56 colours are offered in the Compact, Pro, Rustic – including Rustic carpet tiles – and Structure wall-to-wall collections that form part of Ege Carpets’ Eco concept. Durable and luxurious yet understated in look and feel, the brand’s Eco style combines craftsmanship with a flat-woven design in which the yarn, structure and colour choice determine the visual expression. The carpets comprise a 100% regenerated and regenerable yarn that is made using nylon waste such as discarded fishing nets, industrial residues and second-hand carpets. www.egecarpets.com

Nanimarquina Re-Rug

Nanimarquina has launched Re-Rug, a collection of rugs made from leftover wool accumulated by its suppliers. Each Re-Rug uses 1kg/ m2 of reprocessed wool, thereby helping to reduce unmanaged waste, as well as cutting carbon emissions. Crafted using a handloomed dhurrie technique, the rugs – available in two colourways – feature a flat structure formed from the cross between the weft and warp, the latter of which is made from New Zealand virgin wool dyed black and white, yellow or blue, green or tile to obtain greater strength and quality. “The hallmark of this collection is the intention to preserve the irregularity and tonal richness of the wool leftovers,” says Nani Marquina, founder of her eponymous brand. www.nanimarquina.com

Lemi Group Amalfi

Italian wellness equipment manufacturer Lemi Group has developed Amalfi, a 360o multi-functional spa bed catering for all treatments, from face and body massage to manicures and pedicures. Designed with versatility in mind, the piece consists of a traditional massage bed equipped with a built-in pedicure station, while the mattress features a removable section for quick and practical access to a pedicure tub with a pipeless hydromassage system. Ideal for small spas thanks to its compact, flexible nature, the bed comprises a bi-material base with both a central wooden finish – which can be customised in a variety of colours – as well as an outer metal base that can be finished in gold or rose gold. www.lemispa.com

Formitura Marshmellow

Two years ago, Esti Barnes, the founder and Creative Head of luxury rug company Topfloor by Esti, set out to create Formitura – a new brand offering furniture in contemporary shapes with clean lines and dreamy colours, each piece being practical and built to last. The collection comprises four multi-purpose designs, available in 10 versatile colours. The Sugarplum seat, for instance, contains a removal storage bin, or when flipped over, serves as a casual seat or mini table. Made in Italy, each piece is crafted using polyurethane foam and polyethylene, making them comfortable, soft, lightweight and easy to clean, as well as recyclable. www.formitura.com

WATERBURY LAUNCHES NEW RANGE OF MIRRORS

For many decades now Waterbury Bathroom Accessories has been the ‘go to’ supplier for wall mounted bathroom accessories. This is backed up by a long list of leading Hotel Groups that have Waterbury as an approved or preffered supplier, an even longer list of Interior Designers that specify Waterbury time after time and a longer list still of Hotels and Commercial projects around the globe that are fitted with Waterbury products.

The expertise, experience and customer satisfaction that has helped to build the Waterbury brand with accessories is now being applied to an exciting range of Vanity Mirrors and Cosmetic Mirrors (both wall mounted and free standing). With a focus on ‘built for purpose’, there is huge opportunity to tailor the new range to exactly your own requirements. You can choose features, finish, size and style.

Please call the Waterbury Sales Team on 0121 333 6062 or 07881 361056 or sales@waterbury.co.uk and one of the team will be happy to help you with a solution for your project.

CASE STUDY

Klafs 6717 Nature Hôtel & Spa Le Clos des Délices

As part of a recent expansion, 6717 Nature Hôtel & Spa Le Clos des Délices in France received two saunas from Klafs. Working with Henry-Soredi, Sales Partner for the German manufacturer, Hotel Director Désiré Schaetzel was able to develop ideas – many of which he had collected from his own travels – and implement them using the expertise of Klafs. The result is a 7m circular space divided into two sections: a Sanarium and a sauna. The Sanarium not only enables various forms of bathing, which are not as hot, but also the relative humidity, which is significantly higher in the soft steam bath than the classic Finnish sauna. The benches are also ergonomic for maximum comfort, while both sides of the sauna ceiling is equipped with an Euklid light and hemlock wood, both of which are reliable for sauna environments. www.klafs.de

Manutti Sunrise

Designed by American furniture designer Matthew Townsend, Sunrise is a complete range of both lounge and dining furniture including an armchair, two sofas, four sun loungers, two benches, two dining tables and two coffee tables. Available in warm brushed teak and bold teak scuro, the collection is characterised by clean lines and strong curves, whilst the warmth of its materials and openness of its frame form an irresistible invitation for endless moments of outdoor enjoyment. Dark teak details and a backrest upholstered in fabric or batyline complete the design of the robust yet elegant teak range. From countryside residence to avant-garde hotel or even a futuristic yacht, Sunrise’s versatility makes it a captivating addition to any environment. For almost two decades, Manutti has focused on the design and creation of luxury outdoor furniture. All of the company’s tables, chairs, foot rests, loungers and sofas incorporate the colours of the natural world, encouraging people to gather in luxury at any time of the day. www.manutti.com

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Farmboy Hilton Québec

Vancouver-based art consultancy Farmboy has worked on the US$70 million renovation of Hilton Québec, connecting past with present through an art collection inspired by the city’s distinct Francophone culture and community. A grand commissioned piece by a local Québecois artist Josiane Lanthier greets guests upon arrival, while a custom-developed wall sculpture behind the reception desk depicts a bird’s eye view of the St. Lawrence River. In the guestrooms, the building’s triangular structure became the foundational aspect for the storytelling, tying the vantage points of the St. Lawrence River, the Quebec Citadel, the Old Port and downtown to the artwork selected for each room’s wallcoverings. www.farmboyfinearts.com

Warwick Contract Collections

Launching this November at HIX, the new contract division from Gloucester-based brand Warwick provides a range of fully stocked furnishing fabrics for commercial spaces, creating an off-theshelf solution for interior designers. From Ultra II, Lustre and Calf to Marlborough, Chesterfield and Silkor, the company produces collections that suit a variety of interiors and project briefs, with heavy-duty Crib 5 upholstery weights – including velvet, faux leather and easy-clean options – and inherently FR curtaining fabrics – offered in wide widths, block-outs and dim-outs – ensuring they stand the test of time in high-traffic environments. www.warwick.co.uk

Jung LS 990

In addition to the 63 original colours in its Les Couleurs Le Corbusier series, the classic LS 990 by Jung also comes in highquality metal designs, including a lacquered aluminium as pictured here on the company’s KNX F50 push-button sensor. Furthermore, matte surfaces in graphite black and snow white can make the frames and covers appear both sleek and warm, while the addition of symbols, text, logos or motifs add an individual character. Jung offers innovative solutions for the design of electrical equipment within hotels. The group’s intelligent networking of devices, sensors and controls allows operators to use resources in a targeted manner, increasing efficiency and room comfort. www.jung-group.com

Q&A

Chelsom 75th Anniversary

As Chelsom celebrates a milestone year, Managing Director Will Chelsom shares why standing still in design is never an option.

How would you describe Chelsom’s approach to design? The fundamental difference with our approach is that we always begin by asking where the product is to be located. Designing a product for most interiors means creating something that could end up in almost any room, in any kind of property, and any style of surroundings. Given our primary focus on hospitality, we begin with a guestroom or a public area; a bedside or a desk; a headboard or a wall; modern or traditional; five-star or three-star; a hotel or a cruise ship. Whereas having those defined locations might in some way limit the design boundaries, they do actually enable a real design focus.

How do you balance aesthetics with technology? That’s a very fine balance indeed. For many years, the focus was only on aesthetics as the light source was a simple 60W bulb and and technology didn’t extend much further than that. Today however, we work with interior designers and lighting designers look to achieve the intended design aesthetic whilst also incorporating the latest technology – whether that be the light source itself, energy saving qualities or a room control system.

What role does lighting play in the guest experience? I would argue that it is possibly the most important contribution to the guest experience within hotels, because whether a reception, bar, restaurant or guestroom feels welcoming or not most often depends on the quality and level of lighting incorporated. It must therefore play a major role in creating comfort and ambiance.

Tell us about some of your most recent hospitality projects… We’re lucky enough to be involved with luxury hotels around the world, from Four Seasons Mumbai to Pan Pacific and The Peninsula in London. Another exciting project of late was Virgin Edinburgh, where we worked with Ica to deliver a blend of standard and custom products for the hotel’s guestrooms and public spaces.

What’s next for Chelsom? I can safely say that we are not a company that stands still. We are constantly looking at all aspects of our operation to ensure that we improve, including the reduction of our carbon footprint as our journey towards net zero edges closer. Next up is the Edition 28 collection, set to be launched in May 2023 with 300 different products. So, it is all systems go and there is much change ahead!

www.chelsom.com

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Parla Hug Sofa

Designed by Betul Inci, Head of Design at Parla, the Hug Sofa is set to become a centrepiece in many public spaces. The two- to threeseat piece comprises a frame made from plywood and solid beech, alongside an oak base, all of which is softened with upholstery using boucle fabric. Accompanied by earth-toned stains on its oak base, the Hug Sofa is characterised by organic soflty-rounded edges to create the impression of a cocoon or warm embrace. With showrooms in New York, London, Istanbul and Dubai, the designer and manufacturer combines traditional craftsmanship with hightech Italian machinery. Its 15,000m2 factory in Turkey is a hive of activity, producing over 30 containers of furniture a month. www.parladesign.com

Wood Couture Global Sustainable Development Goals

Responsible manufacturing is at the core of Wood Couture DNA, a journey started by participating in the United Nations Global Compact, with full compliance of the global goals for sustainabile development. As a global organisation, every process is certified and measured by competent institutions from quality to environmental management and occupational health. The company’s commitment to client, employees and community is visible and documented in its Strategy book. All stakeholders are made aware of their duties and compliance to the company by nurturing a safe and inclusive space for all community members, leaving a positive impact on the environmental externalities. www.woodcouture.com

Aliseo The Londoner

The Londoner is a distinctive collection of hand-crafted faux leather tea service items, functional accoutrements and desktop accessories, designed to bring a classic tradition to the guestroom. Sandwich fabrication sees PV faux leather layered over a smooth carton-like material and sturdy MDF fibreboard, while a waterresistant surface is fixed via an odourless Green strength non-toxic adherent. Available in a distinctive black or neutral taupe finish with ribbed stitching, the collection’s rich appearance is enhanced by its streamlined forms, smooth texture and intricately finished seams, ensuring years of long-lasting service. ww.aliseo.de