Bathroom brand Calypso has unveiled its Autumn Winter 2026 launches, led by the new Oriana vanity collection and Favaro wing basin, alongside expanded furniture options, new finishes and coordinated accessories.
The new collection combines natural materials and refined finishing details with practical updates, including real wood finishes and increased storage options. New furniture configurations, basin designs and coordinated accessories give retailers, designers and specifiers greater flexibility when developing bathroom schemes.
“With this collection, we’re introducing new ways to bring warmth, character and flexibility into bathroom design,” says Charlotte Tilby, head of marketing at Calypso. “Oriana is a key part of this, bringing the natural beauty of real wood to our furniture collection, while our new basins, finishes, furniture updates and accessories offer plenty of scope to create a scheme that feels individual and well considered.”
Oriana vanity collection – real wood for natural character
The new Oriana vanity collection introduces the natural character of real wood to Calypso’s bathroom furniture portfolio. Available in Alba Oak and Smoked Oak, the timber finishes highlight the natural variation and depth of real wood. Responding to the light throughout the day and developing greater character over time, the material gives each piece a distinctive quality.
Favaro wing basin – sleek, seamless design
Calypso has also introduced Favaro, a new wing basin featuring a streamlined design. The worktop and basin are formed of a single cast marble piece, finished in gloss white with left or right bowl options to suit different bathroom layouts.
Favaro can also be cut to different lengths using standard woodworking tools, making it easy to create a tailored fit across different bathroom configurations.
Expanded furniture and finishes
Calypso’s Firova collection has been expanded with new floor-standing units, extending its distinctive fluted detailing in a new format. The units feature deeper drawers for additional storage and are available in 550mm and 600mm widths, providing greater flexibility when planning bathroom layouts.
A new Soft Linen finish has been introduced across the Levanto collection. The smooth matte finish adds a warm, neutral tone to the range and can be combined with a variety of brassware and bathroom finishes, providing a versatile option for both traditional and contemporary bathrooms.
Bathrooms to Love has launched a new Autumn/Winter consumer-facing brochure (Issue 28). Refreshed branding has been introduced, which PJH says forms part of its ongoing investment in the Bathrooms to Love brand, with feedback from stockists informing changes designed to support the customers’ buying journey and help retailers drive sales. At the centre of the new branding is a ‘heart’ motif reflecting the brand’s focus on bathroom design and inspiration for retail customers.
The new brochure has also been redesigned with a more premium look and feel, incorporating lifestyle photography alongside clearer, more structured product spreads to make the ranges easier to navigate. Presented in a more editorial format, the new layout is designed to give retailers a practical sales tool, encouraging ideas and imagination to help increase sales. See the NEW brochure HERE.
The brochure features new product additions, including ranges introduced earlier this year, alongside a collection of current bathroom trends expected to influence design in 2027.
Sally Hough, multi-channel marketing manager, PJH, said: “The 2027 bathroom continues to focus on warm, inviting and individual spaces, with strong connections to nature that promote relaxation and wellbeing.”
“Our latest collection is once again influenced by the outdoor world with plenty of earthy tones, warm colours, soft finishes, textured surfaces, statement pieces and material variations, to help create layers of interest and personality. And of course, everyday functionality, smart storage, and innovative design blends seamlessly throughout our bathroom families, ensuring any Bathrooms to Love space is perfectly organised, efficient and practical.”
Highlights amongst this season’s product launches include new marble and stone-effect worktops suitable for fitted and modular Bathrooms to Love furniture ranges; additional bathroom accessories in a range of metallic finishes; new LED mirrors; traditional ‘Berwick’ shower packs; and an extended MERLYN wetroom and enclosure collection including a larger choice of finishes and sizes.
Supported by PJH’s class-leading, next-day, nationwide distribution service, the all new Bathrooms to Love Collection makes for a perfect all-round bathroom supply solution.
Visit PJH’s Partner Portal to order Bathrooms to Love products, view product information, check stock, manage accounts, and to download or order the new brochure. This latest launch is supported by freshly branded POS, competitive display deals, social media promotion, and more, alongside PJH’s excellent ‘First Choice’ service promise.
Bathroom specialist Coram Showers has launched a new shower glass collection in collaboration with its sister brand, Impey.The two brands, which sit under the Coram UK group, have come together to launch Concept 8, marking a strategic partnership forbathrooms and wetrooms.
Concept 8 is designed to bring effortless sophistication to the bathroom, with a focus on Coram Showers’ core values of durability, refined design, and easy installation at an accessible price point.
The 8mm glass collection offers straightforward installation via a variety of configurations using glass panels, sliding doors, pivot doors and flipper panels. The Concept 8 can be specified for shower trays or wet room installations. Concealed fixings provide a seamless finish, while a 20mm wall profile adjustment helps accommodate uneven walls or awkward spaces. Toughened safety glass, smooth access rollers and a residue-repelling coating also make cleaning and everyday use effortless.
David Gannon, managing director of Coram UK, comments: “The demand for cohesive bathroom solutions is growing; we know the market wants simpler, compatible systems. Concept 8 offers just this; our designers have developed a glass collection which has been created to handle real installation challenges while the partnership between Coram Showers and Impey offers retailers complete bathroom solutions to share with customers.
“Concept 8 is our first new shower glass collection in several years; we’ve taken time to develop the range, ensuring that we’re leaning on rigour and creating something that’s missing from the market. We’re confident Concept 8 is the go-to solution for consumers, installers and retailers alike, and at the right price point. We’re proud to be reclaiming our place in the category with a collection that’s backed by both innovation and our longstanding experience in the industry.”
The Coram Showers Concept 8 range has been designed to work seamlessly with both Impey wetrooms and shower trays. Launching in finishes of Matt Black, Brushed Brass and Silver, with matching accessories available from sister-brand Geesa, the range will also soon be available in Gunmetal.
To find out more about Concept 8 and Coram UKwww.coram.co.uk
A 400-year-old gatehouse in Paris has been transformed into a private retreat for the homeowner’s grandmother, with contemporary bathroom fittings from Duravit specified as part of the renovation.
Located at the wrought-iron entrance to a historic mansion, the natural stone gatehouse was once home to the gatekeeper. Following an extensive restoration, the building has been converted into 74 square meters of floor space – just a few steps away from the family home.
In the bathroom, the White Tulip range provides the principal sanitaryware, whilst theSensoWash® Classic combines everyday comfort and functionality. The contemporary fittings have been integrated into the restored building, which retains its natural stone façade and historic character, complemented by sage green window shutters.
Historic character retained
The restoration uncovered the gatehouse’s original natural stone facade, which had been concealed under layers of plaster. New sage-green window shutters complement the exposed masonry, whilst the brick-built chimneys and the tiled roof were retained to preserve the gatehouse’s original character.
Contemporary but compact
The interior has been configured as a compact maisonette across two levels. Visible wooden beams lend structure to the high living area and frame the crème-coloured wall surfaces and individual unplastered sections. The honey-coloured natural stone floor complements the warm shades of the walls. In keeping with the colour scheme and material mix, the furnishings include a striped sofa, woven armchairs and natural-fibre rugs. The black fireplace adds a striking contrast.
Open plan living
A gallery connects the ground floor with the upper sleeping area and the main bathroom. White floorboards and light-coloured walls give the rooms a light and airy feel. An upholstered bed with a curved wooden frame is positioned in front of the window to provide a direct view of the mansion. A sea motif in nuanced shades of blue and violet covers the wall behind the bed. The gentle colour transitions create an impression of depth and evoke an atmosphere of calm.
Designed for day-to-day life
The house’s natural colour scheme continues in the main bathroom. Glazed green tiles and natural stone in warm ochre tones provide the backdrop for the bathroom fittings by Duravit. In the washing area, the White Tulip range takes centre stage.
The bathroom combines Duravit’s Starck T range with a vanity unit in Nordic White Satin Matt. Gently flared ceramic forms are paired with a matching tap, while chrome detailing across the tap and furniture handles creates a consistent finish that is echoed in the bathroom accessories.
The scheme has also been designed around accessibility and everyday usability. A SensoWash® Classic shower-toilet provides integrated washing functionality, while grab handles in the shower area support ease of use and long-term comfort.
The Bathroom Association has addedWuduMate to its community. The inclusive washroom supplier manufactures purpose-built ablution and foot-washing products for prayer and multi-faith spaces.
Established in 2007, UK-based WuduMate’s products are used in mosques, workplaces, hospitals, schools, airports, public buildings, and homes worldwide and are designed to help people to perform wudu safely, with comfort and dignity.
The company supplies products to more than 60 countries across six continents and develops its range through engagement with end users, architects, specifiers and facilities professionals. This approach places practical considerations, including safety, hygiene, accessibility and ease of installation, at the centre of the design process.
The Bathroom Association said WuduMate’s membership adds further knowledge and experience to its existing member base. The organisation said the new membership also reflects its continued growth, bringing together manufacturers, distributors, merchants, retailers and specialist businesses from across the bathroom supply chain.
Daphne Doody-Green, CEO of the Bathroom Association, said: “WuduMate has identified a very specific need and developed products that improve safety, dignity and inclusion for people using prayer and multi-faith facilities. That combination of user-led design, technical expertise and purposeful innovation will add a valuable new perspective to our membership.
“The Bathroom Association is growing because more businesses recognise the need for stronger connections across our industry. The challenges and opportunities facing the sector do not sit neatly within one part of the supply chain, so the wider the expertise represented within our community, the more useful and influential our collective work becomes.
“WuduMate’s international experience will also bring an important dimension to our conversations about product compliance, inclusive design and the changing expectations placed on modern washroom spaces. We look forward to working with the WuduMate team.”
Andy Baines, joint managing director of WuduMate, said: “Joining the Bathroom Association gives us an opportunity to contribute our specialist knowledge to a much wider industry conversation.
“WuduMate was created to solve a genuine problem. Too often, people performing wudu have been expected to use facilities that are unsafe, uncomfortable or simply unsuitable. We have spent nearly two decades listening to users and working with architects, specifiers and organisations to provide a better solution.
“We share the Association’s belief that progress comes from bringing different perspectives together. We look forward to exchanging knowledge with fellow members, contributing to discussions around inclusive design and product standards, and helping the wider sector understand how thoughtfully designed bathroom and washroom spaces can better serve diverse communities.”
Duravit AG has appointed Olaf Kanig as its new chief financial officer (CFO), following the departure of Martin Winklefrom the company’s Executive Board.
Winkle (pictured below) left the board on September 30 at his own request, and by mutual agreement with the Supervisory Board as he moves on to new professional opportunities.
He will remain with Duravit in a supervisory capacity until the end of the year, supporting the company during the transition and handover process.
Kanig (pictured top) takes over the role of CFO on October 1st. A graduate in industrial engineering, he brings extensive experience in senior finance leadership roles at international companies. Prior to becoming self-employed, he served, among other positions, as chief financial officer/Group CFO at ZIEHL-ABEGG SE.
Gregor Greinert, chairman of the supervisory board of Duravit AG, said: “We are pleased to have Olaf Kanig, an experienced professional, join the Duravit Executive Board. His expertise and career to date make him an excellent choice for this position of responsibility. Especially in such economically challenging times, Olaf Kanig stands for financial stability, reliability, and a clear course of action. We are confident that he will provide important impetus for the further development of the Duravit Group.”
Greinert also thanked Winkle for his contribution to the company: “Martin Winkle has supported the Duravit Group’s growth over the past years with great expertise and dedication. We would like to express our sincere gratitude for his trusted collaboration and wish him all the best and every success in his professional and personal future.”
Features by Diane Larner, founder and editor of Bathroom Review & Kitchens Review. Diane Larner launched both titles over 15 years ago and has been writing about the bathroom and kitchen interior design industries ever since, publishing regular features across both sectors.
Accessible bathroom design is increasingly implemented at the outset of a project as architects and designers look to balance practical needs with style, comfort and best use of space. From level-access showers, easy-to-use fittings and fixtures, to the latest WC and washbasin innovations, we explore product solutions that help create accessible, adaptable bathrooms.
Accessible bathroom accessories for added safety and support
Fitzroy of London
The demand for specifiers is not simply meeting accessible requirements but finding ways to integrate them without compromising the design vision. This is particularly relevant in premium residential or commercial projects. Craig Anderson, managing director at washroom specialist Fitzroy of London, agrees: “Specifiers face immense pressure to deliver flawless compliance without compromising the aesthetic of a premium building.”
One way to address this is through discreet support features, combined with carefully considered sanitaryware, ensuring inclusive design feels like a natural part of a well-designed bathroom.
Fitzroy of London has launched a new range engineered for high-use hospitality, leisure and corporate environments. The Oxford Doc M Pack brings together pre-considered, perfectly configured components – including ergonomic backrests, grab rails and accessories that meet UK Building Regulations.
Available in five finishes including Satin, Polished, Dark Bronze, Matt Black, and Satin Brass, the collection utilises reinforced mounting points and non-porous surfaces to ensure heavy-duty durability without compromising high-end design intent.
Intelligent shower toilets with advanced features
VitrA V-Care 3 Models
Smart technology also has a key role to play in accessible bathroom design. New innovations incorporate features that make everyday routines simpler and easier to manage. From touch-free operation for mirrors, WC’s and lighting to intuitive shower-toilet controls and personalised settings, technology can help reduce the need for physical effort.
Ruth Davies, VitrA UK marketing director, says: “We’re seeing growing interest in smart technology across the bathroom sector as consumers increasingly look for solutions that enhance comfort, convenience and hygiene in everyday life. As connected technology becomes more commonplace throughout the home, expectations are evolving, and the bathroom is becoming an important space for innovation, helping to create more personalised and user-friendly experiences.”
In line with advancing technological expectations, VitrA’s V-Care 3 models combine intelligent functionality, personalised comfort and enhanced hygiene in a new generation of smart toilets designed for everyday use. The collection comprises three models – V-Care 3 Base, V-Care 3 Core and V-Care 3 Prime– offering a clear specification choice across different project requirements and budgets.
Low profile shower trays for safer, more accessible bathrooms
Bette BetteUltra Space
Freedom of movement is a prerequisite for inclusive design. The bathroom layout should work in harmony with the products to make it easier for users to navigate the space. Generous circulation areas, combined with well-positioned sanitary ware and easy access showering, can help create a bathroom that does not feel restrictive. Careful specification ensures practical requirements are met without making the room feel clinical or overtly functional.
Sven Rensinghoff, head of marketing & product management at Bette GmbH & Co. KG, shares his perspective: “Accessibility is increasingly becoming part of good bathroom design rather than a specialist requirement. Designers and specifiers are looking for solutions that provide freedom of movement and long-term usability while integrating seamlessly into modern interiors.”
Bette’s BetteUltra Space combines a generous 120 × 120 cm showering area with flush-to-floor installation to support accessible and barrier-free bathroom layouts. The spacious shower tray provides increased room for movement, while its flush installation creates a seamless transition between the showering area and the rest of the bathroom. Made from Bette’s glazed titanium steel, BetteUltra Space is designed to provide a durable, hygienic, and long-lasting showering surface.
Accessible sanitaryware for comfort, convenience and ease-of-use
Ideal Standard Concept Range
As future-proofing becomes key to bathroom planning, many homeowners are looking for spaces that will adapt to changing needs over time. Ensuring flexibility from the outset will help avoid costly alterations later. For housebuilders, designing with the future in mind can also help create homes that appeal to a broader range of buyers.
Yiota Toumba, senior designer at Villeroy & Boch, notes: “Homeowners want bathrooms that can adapt as life changes, without having to start from scratch later on. Flexible layouts, thoughtful product choices and inclusive design will keep growing. Ultimately, people want bathrooms that feel welcoming, easy to use and genuinely part of their home – not something that’s had to be compromised on for practicality.”
Ideal Standard’s Concept Freedom range is designed around flexibility and future‑proofing, allowing bathrooms to be easily adapted as needs change. Covering toilets, baths, showers, basins and accessories, it offers coordinated solutions that support accessibility while blending seamlessly into modern interiors in white and chrome finishes.
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Bathrooms2GO, from KBB distributor PJH, has expanded its 2GO Shower Tray range from 10 to 24 models following sales success since its launch last year. The expanded range provides a wider choice of shower tray sizes and formats for bathroom retailers, designers and specifiers.
The installer-friendly GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) shower base family combines strength, durability and ease of handling. The 2GO Trays are made with acrylic and glass-reinforced plastic to provide greater rigidity than standard acrylic trays, while their lightweight construction makes them easy to manoeuvre and install.
The range now includes Offset Quadrant, Square, 1400mm Rectangle and 1500mm Rectangle models, bringing even greater choice for bathrooms and shower rooms of all sizes. For corner installations, or to maximise shower space, the Offset Quadrant is available in two sizes (1000x800mm and 1200x800mm) in a left- or right-handed configuration. The Square model comes in 760 or 800mm, while the new longer-length Rectangles come in four sizes – 700, 760, 800 and 900mm making them ideally suited to bespoke showering zones.
All models feature the same low-profile 45mm height and are supplied with a 90mm chrome fast-flow waste for efficient water drainage. Riser kits are also available to suit varying installation requirements, and the trays come complete with a 5-year quality guarantee.
Each tray is weight-tested up to 400kg, demonstrating its load-bearing capacity. The smooth, non-porous white acrylic surface is designed for easy-cleaing, while helping to resist staining, cracking and flexing.
Bathrooms2GO combines accessible pricing with stock availability, with delivery available to store or directly to the job location. Orders can be placed through the PJH Partners Portal™, supported by PJH’s ‘First Choice’ customer service and delivery standards.
For further information on the extended 2GO Shower Tray range from Bathrooms2GO, or to order products, visit the PJH Partners Portal, www.partners.pjh.uk or contact PJH at sales@pjh.uk / T: 0345 450 8932.
KönigZero is a zero-silica engineered stone surface designed to offer a practical and refined solution for bathroom interiors. Combining durability with a non-porous surface, it is resistant to moisture, staining and the build-up of mould and bacteria, making it suited to spaces where hygiene and easy maintenance are key considerations.
The surface is also designed to withstand the demands of everyday bathroom use, including humidity and changes in temperature, without warping or degrading over time. Its consistent finish allows for a coordinated look across vanity tops, splashbacks and other bathroom features, creating a clean, cohesive aesthetic that works equally well in everyday and more luxurious interiors.
Ceramic surfaces offer another versatile option for bathroom design. Like engineered stone, ceramic is non-porous, making it resistant to water and easy to maintain in moisture-rich environments. Its slimmer profile also opens up further design possibilities, particularly for full-height wall cladding, where its relatively lightweight construction allows for large-format installations with minimal visual interruption.
Ceramic can also be used to clad furniture, including vanity units and bespoke cabinetry, helping to create a consistent finish across the bathroom. The result is a clean, contemporary aesthetic that combines practical performance with a considered approach to surface specification.
VitrA Tiles showcased its 2027 collections at the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings at Cersaie 2026, held in Bologna, Italy, this month. The ceramic tile brand welcomed architects, interior designers, customers and industry professionals, presenting its Material Intelligence concept, The Code, alongside new developments in ceramic tile technology.
The Code: three ceramic surface collections
At the centre of the presentation was The Code, VitrA Tiles’ Material Intelligence concept, bringing together three distinct design languages – Resincode, Geocode and Metacode.
Developed with contemporary architecture and interior design in mind, the three collections translate the textures, tones and surface qualities of natural and industrial materials into ceramic tile. The ranges offer architects and designers different approaches to specifying surfaces, from the mineral character of concrete and the geological variation of natural stone to the aged appearance of metal.
Resincode takes inspiration from the porous, mineral-rich appearance of natural concrete, combining subtle tonal transitions with layered surface effects. Its minimalist and refined aesthetic makes the collection suited to contemporary architectural and interior schemes.
Geocode draws on the geological character of Spanish limestone, marble, quartzite and gneiss. Four surface typologies – Alba, Imperio, Rio and Merano – interpret the natural variation and detailing of stone through a contemporary ceramic format, providing options for architects and designers looking to introduce a natural stone aesthetic into a tile specification.
Metacode explores the character of industrial materials through three surfaces inspired by gold, iron and copper. Subtle tonal shifts and soft reflections recreate the appearance of patinated metal, bringing an industrial influence to contemporary interior schemes.
VitrA Tiles introduces new surface technologies
Alongside its 2027 tile collections, VitrA Tiles also showcased two technology developments at Cersaie 2026: V-Flex and V-Tone.
V-Flex incorporates Välinge’s Ceraloc® locking technology to provide an adhesive-free tile installation system. Specially developed side profiles allow the tiles to be mechanically connected, with VitrA Tiles reporting installation times of up to five times faster than conventional bonded applications.
The system is designed to provide accurate alignment and consistent grout lines, while individual tiles can be removed and replaced when required. This offers potential practical benefits for architectural and commercial projects where ease of maintenance and access to individual tiles are important, including retail, hospitality, offices, showrooms and other commercial environments. V-Flex also incorporates acoustic properties.
Meanwhile, V-Tone focuses on colour consistency within ceramic tile production. The technology is designed to maintain tonal consistency and visual continuity across different surfaces, helping architects and designers achieve greater consistency within a specified tile scheme. Integration of V-Tone technology into VitrA Tiles’ production lines is ongoing.
