Jaquar, the renowned Indian bathroom solutions brand, showcased the Navia Collection at ISH 2025. Through its minimalist aesthetic, the collection celebrates everyday rituals, transforming ordinary spaces into havens of tranquillity and sophistication.
Inspired by the iconic straight lines of French artist Daniel Buren and the timeless architecture of columns, Navia brings an atmosphere of pure elegance to every space. Each piece in the collection harmonises form and function, reflecting Jaquar’s commitment to creating products that not only enhance the aesthetic of a room but also elevate the experience of daily living.
The Navia Collection is a perfect blend of contemporary design and timeless style. It showcases Jaquar’s dedication to quality craftsmanship and innovation, transforming the ordinary into extraordinary. With an eye for detail and a focus on elevating every moment, Navia seamlessly fits into the lives of those who appreciate the finer things. The collection celebrates the beauty of simplicity, turning everyday spaces into serene, luxurious retreats.
Jaquar also highlighted its revolutionary Triegene 3-Stage Water Filtration System at ISH 2025. The health-enhancing benefits of a whirlpool are now better than ever, thanks to this innovative filtration system that makes water cleaner, clearer, safer, and more hygienic. The Triegene system is designed to ensure that your whirlpool experience is not only luxurious but also hygienic. With features that make it easy to maintain, the system saves time, conserves water, and is environmentally friendly.
Patricia Urquiola’s Balcoon bathroom range for Duravit creates a fascinating combination of modernity and timeless elegance—minimalistic yet also with a strong design identity. By uniting premium features with first-class finishing, she sets a new standard in the medium-price segment, making her design accessible to a broad public.
The range’s objects pair simple geometric forms with clear lines, creating a pared-down, timeless aesthetic that simultaneously exudes warmth and accessibility.
“The design plays with differences in height, projections and the overlapping of materials and textures, from which the name ‘Balcoon’ is derived,” explains Patricia Urquiola.
Form, colour, and material to outlast short-lived trends
The above-counter basins create a sculptural focal point in the room that extends beyond their function. By placing round and oval washbasins on a square plinth, the designer created a specific architectural feeling. Playing with two different levels in this way is a constant across the entire collection – from the wall-mounted washbasins through the toilets and bidets up to the furniture elements and bathtubs.
Patricia Urquiola created an earthy terracotta shade for the Balcoon ceramic objects that brings their tactile and material qualities to the fore.
“Clay Terra Matt is the central colour of the new collection. A shade that makes the ceramics look more authentic and handmade,” says the designer.
This is also the basis of the nature-inspired colour scheme for the bathroom furniture, giving rise to unique combinations that flow from white to earthy brown tones into anthracite.
Textured furniture finishes set playful accents. The mineral consoles available in three colour options are another way of adding more depth and authenticity to the furniture.
Everyday furniture solutions with an aesthetic flourish
The console, with its integrated rear panel, is just one of the striking details within the Balcoon washing area elements and creates a special spatial dimension. The console is overlaid with the fronts of the storage solutions beneath, which Patricia Urquiola designed as an unusual, partly asymmetric arrangement of drawers and open shelves. The combination of contrasting colours further reinforces the visual tension of the furniture elements.
The designer opted for plain décors in a range of colour gradients as standard finishes for the medium-price segment. “The furniture is given a very special upgrade with consoles in a sophisticated terrazzo look and ribbed furniture fronts,” says Patricia Urquiola.
Design meets functional perfection and sustainability
The Balcoon acrylic built-in bathtubs skillfully capture the interplay between two levels and feature two visually striking details: the oval, raised edge of the tub sits on a seamless acrylic panel that extends into the corners and is easy to clean, while the ergonomically shaped interior invites you to indulge in a relaxing bathing experience. Matching faucets for the washing area, bidet, shower, and bathtub complete the range. The cylindrical handle transitions into the faucet body in a gentle curve, making it particularly pleasant to hold. The three surface variants—Chrome, matte black, and Stainless Steel—complement the harmonious colour spectrum of the range. The Balcoon faucets offer resource-saving functions in the form of Fresh Start and Minus Flow, which save energy and water.
Eczacıbaşı VitrA marked its 21st appearance at ISH, the world’s leading trade fair for building products, held in Frankfurt from March 17-21, 2025. The brand showcased its VitrA Grid product portfolio, celebrated for its ‘mix-and-match’ versatility, alongside an array of new washbasins, fittings, and bathroom furniture
This year’s stand embodied VitrA’s ‘Design for Life’ philosophy, encouraging visitors to rethink the role of design in the bathroom. A standout moment was the debut of the SustaINdex project – an industry-first in sustainability – which highlighted VitrA’s dedication to innovative, eco-conscious solutions.
The stand, designed in four sections, showcased VitrA’s strengths in product variety, innovation, and design expertise. VitrA Grid, for instance, revolutionises bathroom planning by offering adaptable, stylish solutions that cater to various spaces and styles, ensuring seamless coordination within and across collections.
VitrA Signature, a collection developed in collaboration with renowned designers, introduced a fresh aesthetic to the bathroom, blending craftsmanship with deep design expertise to create inspiring living spaces. Visitors also discovered the latest wellness products, including the Sense Hybrid washbasin and kitchen faucet, as well as new shower and faucet designs, each prioritising comfort and convenience.
VitrA’s sustainability commitment was evident with the introduction of SustaINdex – a new methodology that evaluates and enhances the social and environmental impact of products throughout their life cycle. This initiative, developed in collaboration with universities, assesses products’ sustainability profiles and continuously improves them.
Among other innovations, VitrA unveiled the V-Care smart toilet family, SonicFlush technology for improved hygiene, and V-Fit, a new installation system for concealed cisterns. The brand also introduced the world’s first 100% recycled ceramic washbasin and a toilet seat made from 92% recycled materials, cutting carbon emissions by 80% compared to standard products.
VitrA’s latest bathroom furniture, including the Integra Round & Square collection, showcased contemporary design with practical features. The Plural collection, designed by Terri Pecora, expanded storage solutions in luxury bathroom furniture, ensuring style and functionality.
Detailed information was available at VitrA’s stand with experts on hand to engage with visitors throughout the event.
Barbie and HEWI have unveiled a collaboration centred on a shared goal: design with limitless possibilities. The new Barbie x HEWI sanitary collection marries timeless Bauhaus design principles with Barbie’s iconic colour palette, creating a series that celebrates individuality and inclusivity.
This collection not only sets new standards for bathroom design but embodies the spirit of independence, inspiration, and appreciation for every person’s uniqueness. The special collaboration was presented for the first time at the ISH in Frankfurt, where the entire collection was showcased at the HEWI stand.
Universal HEWI – Design for Everyone
Universal design has always been at the heart of HEWI’s philosophy. For over 95 years, the company has been crafting products that deliver real value to people. HEWI stands out with premium materials, iconic colours, and simple, intuitive usability. These values shine in the Barbie x HEWI collection—a design made accessible to all, regardless of individual needs or abilities.
Barbie – a symbol of optimism and diversity
Barbie is the most diverse doll line in the world, with more than 175 looks, including body types, skin colours, hairstyles, hair colours, eye colours, and visible and non-visible disabilities. This diversity is reflected in the Barbie x HEWI collection, which honors the beauty of uniqueness.
The colour pink stands for optimism, self-confidence and hope. In architecture, it is increasingly perceived as a tone that evokes emotions and offers versatile effects. Depending on the setting, pink can be stimulating and inspiring or serve as a calming and harmonizing accent. In the Barbie x HEWI collection, this striking colour choice is combined with HEWI’s minimalist, functional design to create an expressive and innovative synergy.
In the context of “Healing Architecture” – an approach that emphasizes the restorative impact of spatial design – pink contributes to creating environments that promote openness, warmth, and creativity. The collection integrates seamlessly into a wide range of architectural spaces: from private bathrooms to boutique hotels, accessible healthcare facilities, and public spaces. With its clean design language and distinctive stylistic features, the Barbie x HEWI collection demonstrates how design can be not only functional but also emotionally impactful.
Design with limitless possibilities
The Barbie x HEWI collection comprises almost 40 high-quality sanitary products that blend HEWI’s iconic design with Barbie’s unmistakable style. From towel holders and soap dispensers to toilet brush sets and folding support rails, the collection offers thoughtful solutions for design-conscious customers seeking to combine functionality and flair. With a fresh colour palette, HEWI reimagines its legendary 477/801 series, bringing a modern edge and stylish charm to bathroom spaces.
The collection’s products meet the highest standards of quality, durability, and functionality. The colour range spans elegant pale pink to chic combinations of pale pink, white, and black, offering versatile design possibilities for any bathroom.
Global icons
“Barbie and HEWI represent iconic design and bold visions—our collaboration brings these strengths together in remarkable ways,” says Christiane Küper, Head of Brand + Sales at HEWI. “The Barbie x HEWI collection embodies ‘design with limitless possibilities,’ blending functionality, aesthetics, and inclusivity to inspire people and set new standards in modern interiors.”
Ruth Henriquez, head of consumer products, Publishing and LBE EMEA Mattel, Inc., adds, “For over 65 years, Barbie has stood for creativity and self-expression. Through our partnership with HEWI, we’ve translated these values into an innovative and functional collection that inspires the design world while embracing our brand’s commitment to inclusivity. We’re thrilled to see this collaboration evolve into a new form of expression and functionality.”
Tile brand Ca’ Pietra has partnered with Zoe Glencross on a new collection of tiles that will be available to the trade.
Inspired by Zoe’s travels to the sunny and beautiful cities of Seville, Lisbon, Porto and Palma, the Aventuras Collection is an evolution of a design style that amalgamates Moorish mudéjar and Portuguese azulejo patterning.
Selecting four of Zoe’s signature prints from her fabric collection, the team at Ca’ Pietra worked with Zoe to translate them to porcelain tiles – giving retailers the versatility to create borders and custom layouts to suit their designs. Each tile in the collection can be used on both walls and floors.
As well as pattern, colour plays a hugely important role. It is divided into three colour stories of Terracotta and rich ochres: soft pink, blue and Olive, and coastal blues.
Grazzie Wilson, head of creative at Ca’ Pietra, says: “The House of Ca’ Pietra has long admired the work of Zoe Glencross and textile design and so when the opportunity arose to work together to bring one of her collections to life in tile format, it felt like a perfect match”.
About Zoe Glencross
Zoe Glencross is a talented fabric designer known for her vibrant and innovative textile designs. With a keen eye for colour and pattern, she creates unique fabrics that blend modern aesthetics with timeless appeal. Her work often incorporates nature-inspired motifs and a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, making her designs highly sought after in the fashion and interior design industries. Glencross’s ability to combine artistic vision with practical applications has earned her recognition in the world of textile design.
PJH, one of the UK’s leading distributors in the KBB sector, has announced the appointment of Lynn Statham as head of people. In this newly created role, Lynn will be responsible for shaping and leading PJH’s people strategy, reinforcing the company’s commitment to employee engagement, learning and development, and organisational growth—ensuring PJH remains the Employees’ FIRST CHOICE.
With a distinguished career spanning over two decades in HR leadership, Lynn brings a wealth of experience across the retail, distribution, and logistics sectors. Before joining PJH, she held senior HR roles at Culina Logistics and The Pallet Network (TPN), where she was instrumental in implementing strategic people plans, enhancing employee engagement, and driving cultural transformation. She has successfully led major projects, including HR system integrations and leadership development initiatives.
Richard George, CEO at PJH, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Lynn to PJH as our new Head of People. Her impressive track record in HR leadership, combined with her strategic vision, will be invaluable in driving our people’s agenda forward. As we continue to expand and invest in our people, Lynn’s expertise will play a crucial role in strengthening our culture, attracting the best people, and supporting our teams to thrive.”
In her new role at PJH, Lynn will oversee all aspects of talent acquisition, employee experience, learning & development, and diversity & inclusion. A key focus will be on aligning PJH’s people strategy with its broader business objectives, ensuring a high-performance culture that attracts, nurtures, and retains people and is in line with its ‘Employees First Choice’ approach.
Speaking about joining PJH, Lynn said: “I’m thrilled to be joining PJH at such an exciting time in its growth journey. The company’s commitment to innovation, customer excellence, and a people-first culture resonates strongly with me. I look forward to working with the leadership team to further enhance our employee experience, ensuring that PJH remains a dynamic and inspiring place to work.”
PJH remains committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, and Lynn’s appointment underscores this ambition.
Luxury tap manufacturer GRAFF has launched its Riva Scala ceiling-mounted shower, setting a new benchmark in the design of bespoke bathrooms. Now available for purchase in the UK, Riva draws inspiration from the sophisticated dashboards of high-end cars and yachts.
Engineered for the ultimate luxury bathing experience, the Riva Scala brings a premium spa ambience to the home. GRAFF believes the bathroom is a personal retreat, and top-tier, stylish showerheads are a key component in creating a functional yet opulent space.
The Riva Scala features cylindrical showerheads that swivel and are adorned with striking knurled patterns. Fully customisable, the shower is offered in 26 exquisite finishes, including luxurious two-tone options such as Polished 24K Gold paired with Architectural Black.
For a tailored experience, Riva Scala includes multiple jet options, allowing users to select functions that align with their preferences. It can be adjusted up to 15 degrees in any direction and offers various flow settings, including rain shower, 4-spray, 6-spray, and cascade, with an LED version for ambient lighting.
With a range of shower plate configurations, including square, raised, and flat-push controls, Riva Scala is adaptable to contemporary and traditional interiors, enabling seamless integration into any bathroom design.
GRAFF CEO Ziggy Kulig states, “Our dedication to creating dream spaces is reflected in the versatility and quality of our designer collections. The Riva Scala shower offers unparalleled choices in components, ensuring the highest levels of design, quality, and engineering to complement all styles of interiors.”
Manufactured in accordance with GRAFF’s stringent environmental standards, the Riva Scala complies with ISO14001 and is produced with a zero-discharge system, recycling 100% of its brass and paper. Through in-house manufacturing, engineering, and rigorous quality control, GRAFF ensures that Riva and all its products meet the brand’s high standards of quality and sustainability.
The Riva Scala collection is now available in the UK, POA.
The Kaldewei Nuio Duo designer bathtub combines cutting-edge technology with a sleek design, offering a premium bathing experience. Featuring infrared heat, ambient lighting, music, and intuitive controls, the Zen Edition of the Nuio Duo is engineered to promote relaxation and holistic regeneration.
Designed by Stefan Diez, the tub’s minimalist, sculptural lines integrate seamlessly into any bathroom, making it an eye-catching centrepiece. Its ergonomic shape, with generous dimensions and targeted back and shoulder support, enhances comfort, ensuring a truly relaxing experience. The Kaldewei Heat Wave feature offers adjustable infrared radiant heat, which soothes muscles and bones, providing physical relief while encouraging emotional relaxation. The synergy of heat and water creates a calming atmosphere, allowing users to unwind fully.
In addition to the Heat Wave, the Zen Edition includes Sound Wave and customizable lighting, offering a full sensory experience. The lighting features a wide colour spectrum, and the sound integration lets users enjoy their preferred music, adding to the feeling of tranquillity. All settings, such as water temperature, lighting, and sound, are easily controlled via an elegant LCD display with an intuitive slider, making adjustments effortless.
The Kaldewei Nuio Duo is built from durable, sustainable materials, ensuring longevity and reliability. Its combination of innovative features and modern aesthetics makes it suitable for both luxury and everyday bathroom spaces. The user-friendly design allows for easy operation, and its sculptural presence enhances the overall bathroom décor.
The Kaldewei Nuio Duo is more than just a bathtub – it’s a complete experience that blends luxury, technology, and design, offering a new standard in bathroom comfort and style. Whether upgrading a bathroom or creating a luxury retreat, the Kaldewei Nuio Duo is the perfect choice.
RainStick Shower, an award-winning innovator in sustainable water technology, is the latest affiliate member to join the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA). This collaboration marks a significant step toward advancing water conservation efforts within the bathroom industry, aligning RainStick’s groundbreaking technology with the BMA’s commitment to environmental stewardship.
RainStick Shower was founded with a simple yet powerful mission: to revolutionise how people use water without compromising luxury or performance. Since its invention in 2019, RainStick has redefined sustainable showering by creating a system that captures, circulates, and cleanses water in real time—saving up to 80% of water and energy while delivering double the flow rate of a standard low-flow shower.
With the UK government and global industries intensifying efforts to promote water efficiency, RainStick’s entry into the BMA is timely and crucial. The company’s advanced showering system, which includes high-intensity UV-LED purification and an automated self-cleaning function that eliminates 99.99% of exposed bacteria and viruses, provides an innovative solution for reducing water waste without sacrificing user experience.
Tom Reynolds, Chief Executive of the BMA, welcomed RainStick to the association, emphasising the value of their expertise in water-saving technology:
“RainStick’s membership of the BMA comes at a pivotal time when the BMA is working with relevant stakeholders to address perceived regulatory barriers to recirculating shower technology here in the UK. Their innovative approach to sustainable showering aligns perfectly with our mission to drive forward water efficiency and environmental responsibility in the bathroom industry.
“We look forward to the insights and expertise they will bring to our existing members and our efforts in furthering a collective goal of improving sustainability standards.”
Alisha McFetridge, CEO and Co-founder of RainStick expressed enthusiasm about joining the BMA and contributing to its environmental initiatives:
“We are thrilled to be joining the BMA as an affiliate member. RainStick was created to provide a meaningful solution to water scarcity while enhancing the showering experience. By collaborating with the BMA and its members, we hope to drive further awareness and adoption of water-efficient technologies, supporting a future where sustainability and performance go hand in hand.”
With a growing portfolio of prestigious awards, including recognition from TIME’s Best Inventions list and the Best of KBIS Awards, RainStick continues to push the boundaries of sustainable bathroom innovation. Through its affiliation with the BMA, the company aims to work alongside leading manufacturers to advocate for greater water conservation across the industry.
Innovative technologies, renewable energy, and efficient building systems are key to meeting global climate targets. ISH 2025, taking place in Frankfurt am Main from 17-21 March, will showcase the latest sustainable solutions from 2,183 exhibitors across 54 countries.
As the urgency to combat climate change grows, the building sector plays a critical role in reducing energy consumption and emissions. In Europe, buildings account for approximately 40% of energy usage and 36% of energy-related greenhouse gas emissions.
The theme of ISH 2025—“Solutions for a Sustainable Future”—will focus on critical advancements in the sanitary and HVAC sectors. Highlights include energy-efficient heating solutions, water-saving sanitary concepts, smart building management, and technologies designed to improve indoor air quality. Digital tools and sustainable production processes will also play an essential role in transforming the building sector towards climate neutrality.
Wolfgang Marzin, President and CEO of Messe Frankfurt, says, “The sanitary and HVAC sectors are at the forefront of energy innovation. ISH 2025 serves as the leading global platform where industry leaders—manufacturers, planners, tradespeople, and policymakers—come together to develop sustainable solutions for the future of the built environment.”
This year, ISH 2025 will debut a new fair format, informed by extensive feedback from exhibitors and visitors. The exhibition will feature eight key solution areas, including bathrooms, water systems, heat generation, installation, indoor air, intelligent building management, software, and HVAC production, focusing on integrated, sustainable solutions. Sustainability and digitalisation are central themes across all areas.
Two major conferences will complement the exhibition. The Value of Water Conference (17-18 March) will explore sustainable water management practices aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal No. 6 on clean water access. The Building Future Conference (17-20 March) will delve into strategies for achieving climate-neutral building services with insights from leaders in business, politics, and science.
