Bathrooms, appliances, sinks and taps distributor, PJH, has donated an impressive £5,000 to ‘NHS Charities Together’, thanks to its staff completing its ‘Wellbeing Team Challenge’ which tasked employees to collectively travel a Globe Union-spanning 21,020 miles from walking, cycling, running, swimming, and kayaking.
The ‘Wellbeing Team Challenge’, organised by PJH, asked its employees to travel the world together, ‘virtually’ by any self-powered wellbeing activity in just 60 days. And like the company’s strapline ‘together we’re better’, Team PJH collectively covered 21,020 miles, which is a distance equivalent to starting and finishing in the UK having visited some of parent company, Globe Union’s many sites – such as Mexico, Montreal, Germany, Shenzhen China and Taiwan.
PJH has said the team challenge, which ran throughout the summer, was designed to promote wellbeing within the company, a subject PJH is keen to promote following the ever-present COVID-19 pandemic. Employees shared photos throughout the challenge, which not only highlighted efforts and progress, but brought a well-needed social aspect to the challenge and a real team feeling, as the event travelled forward towards success.
Richard George, CEO, PJH, speaking about challenge, said: “Good mental and physical health is extremely important, and the Wellbeing Team Challenge was designed to bring everyone that bit closer together and promote activities that foster a sense of wellbeing. The success of this challenge proves just how close we are as a team, and the accompanying £5,000 raised for NHS Charities Together is a vote of thanks from us all for the incredible work by the NHS throughout this pandemic.”
Of the 21,020 miles achieved, 126 PJH staff collectively clocked up an average of 350 miles per day from 4,093 activities.
For further information about PJH Group, call Tel: 0800 8 77 88 99, or visit www.pjh.uk
Acquabella has announced it has been shortlisted as an SBID International Design Awards finalist for 2021 for its Opal Quiz bathtub and the Flow Zero shower tray, in the Bathroom & Sanitaryware category.
The Opal Quiz bathtub has an exquisite design that reflects the brand’s potential and its tireless desire to improve. Opal Quiz is designed to become a statement in the bathroom thanks to its extraordinary combination of high-definition textures and hypnotic shapes. On the other hand, Flow Zero has become the second finalist in this competition for best product design. This shower tray has been designed to fully merge with the water. Silhouetted by soft lines that direct the water towards an almost homogeneous grid, it can easily accommodate the significant volume of water that flows over its surface.
Success in the GOLD-standard Awards programme demonstrates design excellence across the commercial and residential sectors. From the design scheme, materials used and products specified through to the final fit-out installation, the SBID Awards champion design standards across the supply chain in the design, procurement and execution of outstanding interiors.
Each finalist has been evaluated by industry-leading experts for functionality, technical merit, creative delivery and ability to inspire; highlighting the value that expert interior design and specialist craftmanship can bring to businesses, homes and society as a whole.
“We are honoured that our two entries have been selected named finalist of the SBID awards as the best product designs of the year. Such recognition puts Acquabella at the forefront of design. A fact that we have been pursuing since our early beginnings and, above all, is further gratification for the Acquabella team” says Acquabella’s CEO Juan Jose Benavent.
To complete the final stage of the judging process, the public are now invited to vote for their favourite projects at www.sbidawards.com. Accounting for an influential 30% of the results, the ultimate end-users of design have the final say in which entries go on to receive a prestigious SBID Award. To show your support for Acquabella and cast your votes for their shortlisted entries, Opal Quiz and Flow Zero.
The public vote will close on Friday 10 September at 5pm (BST).
Culminating with a captivating ceremony in London’s latest luxury lifestyle destination, the winning entries will be announced and awarded with a bespoke crystal trophy designed exclusively by Sans Souci Glass Deco at the Nobu Hotel Portman Square on Friday 22 October 2021.
Black designer radiators deliver an elegant and sophisticated look. The trend for monochrome has ignited the imagination and these radiators are now becoming a statement item. The contrast between a lighterbackground and dark-through-to-black furniture, fabrics and other essential elements can be introduced into living rooms, kitchens and bathrooms, creating an ambience unique to each setting.
The clearly defined lines and flat fronts of Vasco’s Oni (pictured top) and Niva models (pictured below left) create the impression that they are quite literally floating near the surface of the wall. The Oni, with its gentle shape and rounded edges make this aluminium radiator unmistakable. At only eight millimetres wide it’s the most slender radiator Vasco has ever produced; both Oni and Niva radiators are perfect for a wide range of interiors styles from a minimal, pared-back, puristic space through to a more traditional classic living area.
niva
Viola
Other designer radiators from Vasco including Viola (above right), Zana, Carré or Tulipa are available in black, providing a multitude of options to introduce individuality into a rooms design.
The icing on the cake of this new collection is the matching valve set in jet black (RAL 9005) perfecting the visual appearance of the black designer radiators. The coherent unit of radiator and fitting is reinforced as no weld seams are visible and the valves are discreetly integrated into the body.
Many designer radiators from Vasco, such as the Oni are made entirely of lightweight, highly resistant, recycled aluminium. Stable, flexible and with a solid profile, it has excellent thermal conductivity for optimal heat dissipation; all the aluminium radiators are manufactured with a patented press connection following this they receive a cataphoretic primer, protecting against any form of corrosion; finally they are electrostatically coated with a high-quality epoxy-polyester powder coating.
Oni has already received several awards for sustainable design and future viability. The most important recent industry and design awards: the IF Design Award in the “Building / Technology” product category and the seal of approval from the “Design Plus” jury at ISH.
Family-runIPM Interiors of Radbourne is introducing the new Armani / Roca Baia collection at their exclusive Peak District showroom. The new collection includes washbasin options, new metallic finishes, brassware, furniture & storage, a bathtub, shower tray and WC options.
IPM Interiors of Radbourne is based on the edge of the Peak District and specialises in handcrafted bathrooms and kitchens and has more than 30 years’ experience in designing homes in Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Leicestershire and Cheshire.
Giorgio Armani delivers luxury, comfort and wellbeing whilst combining elements that allow maximum flexibility and adaptability.
Philip Pearce, Director, IPM Interiors comments: “Whether you are looking for a showstopping bathroom or a total home redesign and renovation, we use only the finest quality materials to bring our superb designs to life. That’s why the Armani / Roca Baia collection was the perfect fit for our showroom. We can’t wait to showcase this remarkable collaboration to our customers”.
The Armani / Roca Baia collection
The aesthetic intentionally references the past but the retro styling has been interpreted in a modern manner and incorporates avant-garde technology. The result is a new, versatile bathroom collection, which manages to be both contemporary and timeless, in accordance with Giorgio Armani’s design philosophy.
New countertop & over-countertop washbasins
A wide range of countertop and over-countertop washbasins offers endless combinations of brassware to suit every style of bathroom. New metallic finishes have been introduced in two luxurious shades – matte gold and dark metallic. The resulting shagreen matte gold and shagreen dark metallic adds a touch of unusual elegance. The basin options now also include a new, stylish pedestal model, which complements the rest of the collection and can be fitted with integrated metal towel rails in various finishes.
Brassware
The range also includes a new line of classically inspired brassware which is showcased to full effect in the IPM showroom: deck-mounted and built-in basin faucets, a thermostatic shower column faucet and a thermostatic freestanding bathtub faucet. These are all available in three finishes: greige, brushed steel and chrome.
One of the unique features of this brassware range is that, in spite of its classical design, it is equipped with innovative technology; thermostatic technology has been incorporated into the freestanding retro-inspired bath filler and the retro-look shower column, delivering thoroughly modern efficiency.
IPM Interiors of Radbourne Armani / Roca Baia Brassware
Furniture & Built-in Storage Options
The highlight of the collection is an elegant piece of furniture with built in storage, Surfex solid surface washbasin and an integrated metal towel rail, providing maximum functionality, while exuding a sense of comfort and convenience. Available both in off-white lacquered wood and greige oak-veneered wood, this piece will instantly endow any bathroom with an undeniably luxurious touch.
Freestanding Bathtub
To complement the beauty of this iconic piece, the freestanding bathtub (pictured top) also has a retro look, making it a perfect focal piece for any bathroom – as such it is one of the centrepieces of the new IPM showroom display. Updated with a contemporary appearance and paying special attention to ergonomics and comfort, the lines of this bathtub are soft and sinuous. It is also available in an elegant version embellished with four metal handles in three finishes – greige, brushed steel and chrome. These handles are beautiful and functional details which match the rest of the collection.
Shower Tray
The importance of flexibility is evident in the shower tray, which comes in an extra-fine resin in a multitude of sizes ranging from 1200 x 800mm up to 1600 x 1000mm, which are presented in a unique collection of textures and finishes.
WC’s
A new line of WCs, both wall-hung and close-coupled, is now included in the collection to meet every design requirement. These are complemented with advanced technological electronic flush plates that feature unique glass finishes.
The wide-ranging collection also includes a line of accessories that incorporates towel racks and a wall mirror, both with rounded metallic profiles in various finishes. These recall the same design characteristics as the rest of the collection.
Showroom now open
The IPM team of specialists expertly manage each project providing an exceptionally high standard of service from conception to completion.
The stunning new Armani / Roca showroom is now open for private viewings at IPM Interiors. To book your exclusive personalised experience and view the latest Baia collection please contact the IPM Interiors team.
Roca is a company dedicated to the design, manufacturing and marketing of products for the bathroom space, as well as ceramic floor and wall tiles for architecture, construction and interior design. The company operates in 170 countries with 84 production centers and a workforce of 24,000 professionals worldwide.
The family company is the market leader in Europe, Latin America, India and Russia. It also has a strong presence in China and the rest of Asia, the Middle East, Australia and Africa. Thanks to this, it is a world leader in its activity.
A new Matt Fjord Green and Matt Grey have been added VitrA’s Scandi-style bathroom furniture range.
Sento furniture units can be mounted with or without oak legs and there is the option to mount one of the storage units onto a stylish oak console table. Washbasin vanity units are available in different widths (50cm, 65cm, 80cm, 100cm) as well as a double washbasin unit (130cm). The washbasins have deep bowls, a large vanity area and back rim features. LED sensor lighting under the washbasin units adds to the feeling of space and creates a reassuring glow at night. Soft close drawers that fully extend are complemented by non-slip mats in all drawers and glass shelves throughout the range. Stylish storage options include a tall unit, laundry unit, wall cabinet and mid unit.
In addition to the wall-hung WC, there are close-coupled and back-to-wall WC options. The slim WC seats and cistern lids add elegance and clean lines. WC pans with Rim-ex technology are available within the range, which helps prevent the spread of germs thanks to its easy to clean design.
VitrA Sento is available from Showrooms of Excellence. For more information tel. 01235 750990 or visit www.VitrA.co.uk
Scavolini’s new Jeometrica collection was created in collaboration with world-renowned designer Luca Nichetto. An excellent example of Scavolini’s holistic approach to design with stylish solutions for the kitchen, living room and bathroom, Jeometrica is heavily influenced by three iconic 20th century designs: Ellsworth Kelly’s Sculpture for a Large Wall, Gio Ponti’s multifunctional wall units and Donald Judd’s three-dimensional structures.While Nichetto’s nod to the past informs the design of Jeometrica, Scavolini’s manufacturing expertise brings the collection bang up to date.
Defining features include the laminate wall panel (see bathroom, above), which is available in three shapes: rectangular, teardrop and a circle (two sizes). Flexibility is a key feature of the wall panel, and this is made possible by a series of holes onto which shelves, containers and small accessories can be attached and moved as required. The bathroom shown features a pair of round wall panels in Rosso Tegola laminate (left) and rectangular wall panels in Coal Grey laminate (right).
Another distinctive feature of the Jeometrica collection is the curved tubular handle, which instantly transforms a functional piece of furniture into a decorative statement. Its beauty is brilliantly demonstrated in this living room setting (see image, above) where the curved handle sweeps across the front of the cabinet doors, adding movement to the scheme.
To create a cohesive feel across the collection, all cabinet doors are 29mm deep and available in a choice of lacquer, veneer, textured melamine or glass. Moreover, all cabinet fronts feature an aluminium frame available in white, Anthracite and Titanium.
Nichetto’s vision is that homeowners have fun with the various finishes, mixing and matching to add depth and personality to their space.
To complete the Jeometrica collection, Nichetto has designed a range of furniture including chairs, stools and tables.
Europe’s largest dedicated kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms exhibition kbb Birmingham, is set to return from 6-9th March 2022. Taking place at the NEC, kbb Birmingham will feature over 300 exhibitors across 26 different product categories, featuring the very latest innovations and cutting-edge design. The biennial event expects an audience of over 15,000 visitors over the four days, attracting senior decision makers from the residential, retail and contract sector.
kbb Birmingham will feature an unrivalled selection of Europe’s most established and prestigious brands all housed under one roof. Exhibitors already confirmed include Quooker, Capel, Electrolux, Davroc and Caesarstone, as well as a number of up-and-coming brands in the sector. Many exhibitors will be offering visitors to the show, a first look at their latest product launches and sharing the very best in KBB sector trends and award-winning designs. To find out more, the latest exhibitor list is now available on the kbb Birmingham website.
kbb Birmingham Sales Director Jon Johnston comments;
“We are looking forward to reuniting the KBB industry for 4 days of unrivalled networking and specifying. For many of our exhibitors this will be the first opportunity they’ve had to showcase their latest products and services, following an unprecedented 2 years. kbb Birmingham offers an unbeatable opportunity for our community to meet in-person with valued partners, colleagues and visitors – we can’t wait to welcome everyone back.”
Commitment to Safety
Informa Markets, the organisers of kbb Birmingham, have introduced Informa AllSecure, a series of best practice guidelines and industry standards for all event teams to adopt post Covid-19. As a result, there are 2 key differences that exhibitors and visitors will notice when attending kbb Birmingham:
• All aisles have been widened to 4m across the show floor to allow for easier density management and physical distancing, should this be recommended by local government at the time of the show.
• Physical visitor and exhibitor badges will be replaced by digital badges that can be accessed on any smart phone. All visitors will be encouraged to register online rather than registering when they arrive at the event.
Kbb Birmingham Sales Director Jon Johnston continues;
“Our Informa AllSecure guidelines ensure enhanced health and safety standards. Whether they are exhibitors, visitors, speakers or sponsors, we want all our customers to come to kbb Birmingham to connect, learn and do business, safely and with confidence.”
The AllSecure best practice standards raise the bar on delivering safe, hygienic, productive and high-quality organised event experiences. This new standard is now being adopted by key stakeholders in the events industry worldwide and will continue to be updated as new ideas emerge. More information on the 10 key principles that make up the AllSecure policy can be found on the kbb website here.
kbb Birmingham is delighted to once again have the support of our partners including lead media partner kbbreview, as well as media partners KBBFocus, BKU, designerati, Kitchens & Bathrooms News and Designer Magazine, sustainability partner The Used Kitchen Company (TUKC), and association partners the BMA, KBSA and BIKBBI.
For more information on kbb Birmingham, to exhibit or to register interest, please visit www.kbb.co.uk
Adding a touch of drama, Flyte is newly available in Waterworks’ Matte Black finish. Matte black is a trend that can be seen elsewhere in the design world, from shine-free sports cars to matte-black digital cameras. The dark finish gives each element a truly modern sensibility – ideal for punctuating a contemporary space.
To create the matte black finish, Waterworks starts with a specially primed, solid brass base to which they then apply a pure black powder coat which is then locked in with high heat to create this silky-matte finish with cool graphic impact.
The collection includes hardware that adds simple utility to the modern bath while perfectly complementing Flyte fittings.
Pictured Top: Flyte Wall Mounted Low Profile Lavatory Faucet with Metal Cross Handles and Valve in NEW Matte Black £724.80
Roca’s very latest innovation in shower toilets is the In-Wash® with In-Tank® – the cistern is not needed as the water tank is integrated into the WC.
Integrated Tank
The In-Wash® In-Tank® toilet meets customer requirements and provides technology and design, without compromising on its main function: bringing a total hygiene experience to the WC.
The Soft Air injection system propels water towards the upper section of the bowl providing a full, effective and quiet flush. Its two simultaneous water outlets, tornado and cascade, guarantee a stronger flow with minimum water consumption. The entire bowl is thoroughly cleaned thanks to the Rimless Vortex design that removes the inner rim and provides a 360º flush.
Hygienic technology
The state-of-the-art technology and design of In-Tank® is combined with the in-built hygiene solutions if Roca’s In-Wash®. The WC washes with water and features a front and rear wash to guarantee the full hygiene experience.
The In-Wash® nozzle can be adjusted to reach the most delicate areas thanks to its oscillating massage, also providing gentle drying. To guarantee its total disinfection, the removable nozzle cleans itself before and after each use and includes an extractable tip that can be easily removed for more in-depth cleaning.
User-friendly
As in other Roca Smart Toilets, the remote control and the side panel are very intuitive and allow the adjustment of the water and air temperature, as well as the position of the nozzle. This WC with integrated cistern also features two push buttons to opt for a full or a partial flush, for greater water savings. In the event of a power failure, this Smart Toilet guarantees up to two full flushes by using the side button. Available in wall-hung and floor standing versions, the In-Wash with In-Tank features SOFT AIR® technology which ensures optimal flushing no matter the water pressure.
Easy cleaning
The bowl of the In-Wash® with In-Tank® features the new Supraglaze enamel, exclusive to Roca, which allows any residue to slide right off and hinders the build-up of dirt. A third layer that, applied on top of the existing enamel, provides a totally waterproof, shiny and easy-to-clean surface, maintaining the excellent performance of traditional enamels in terms of durability and hygiene.
Easy to install
Offering a hassle-free installation and easy maintenance, In-Wash® In-Tank® does not require a frame and can be therefore installed wherever you want. Without a separate conventional cistern or built-in installation system, the WC offers better use of space within the bathroom and greater design freedom. For installers, fitting the In-Wash with In-Tank is simplified as it just requires a water outlet and a conventional power connection.
“We are incredibly excited to be launching the In-Wash® with In-Tank®,” comments David Bromell, Head of Marketing at Roca. “The individual technologies offer so much in their own right, but by combining them, we’ve been able to take a significant step forward in the smart toilet category. In-Wash® with In-Tank® furthers our vision of genuine innovation, with intuitive and thoughtful use of technology, to deliver a product with exceptional functionality, design and convenience.”
The upcoming August Bank Holiday weekend marks the launch of GROHE’s Made for your local water campaign and the return of its popular cashback initiative, where eligible consumers can receive cashback of up to £100.
The Made for your local water campaign officially kicks off on Friday 27th August and aims to raise awareness of both sustainable drinking water solutions for the home.
To support the activation of the campaign, GROHE will be partnering with sustainably-driven, like-minded influencers including waste-free chef Max La Manna to produce creative digital content, alongside reaching a mass audience through targeted Spotify advertising.
“The UK has access to some of the best quality drinking water in the world, but hard water regions can carry a lot of limescale that affects the taste. This, coupled with consumer concerns and media reporting around micro-plastics, has led to many turning to non-sustainable alternatives such as single-use plastic bottled water from the supermarket“, says Ebru Bircan, Leader, Marketing Activation UK, LIXIL EMENA, responsible for marketing for the GROHE brand in the UK.
“There is no escaping for any of us now that our planet is under a very real threat from the effects of climate change and the plastic crisis. Our campaign really seeks to encourage everyone to appreciate and make use of this amazing natural resource which is so readily accessible to us, and which can be so easily enhanced with the latest filtration technology – no plastic needed. With an at-home filtration system, you can filter out any limescale or other impurities that can impair taste so that when you turn on the tap, your water is deliciously filtered and fresh without even having to think about it. You can even have chilled and sparkling options too, so there really is something for everyone“.
As part of the campaign, GROHE is working with its network of retailers across the UK and ROI to offer an appealing cashback promotion for consumers on its GROHE Blue and GROHE Red water systems. The promotion runs across more than thirty product models including GROHE’s easy to retrofit Blue Pure system for filtered water, GROHE Red kettle hot water taps, GROHE Blue Home for chilled, still, semi-sparkling and sparkling options complete with app functionality, and GROHE Blue Professional, which is suitable for larger families or commercial kitchens.
Consumers purchasing an eligible GROHE kitchen water system between 27th August 2021 and 31st January 2022 can receive up to £100/€100 cashback following a successful claim on their purchase, in the form of a GROHE Blue Home offers filtered and chilled still, semi-sparkling and sparkling water options.
