For the fourth consecutive edition, Acquabella is the winner of the prestigious Archiproducts Design Award 2023 with the Noon Slate bathtub.
This recognition highlights excellence in product design, and the Noon Slate bathtub has impressed the jury with its unique aesthetic and exceptional functionality.
Noon Slate: Elegance and Practicality
Acquabella’s Noon Slate bathtub seamlessly combines elegance with functionality, offering an exceptional bathing experience. Its contemporary, minimalist design blends harmoniously into a variety of bathroom styles.
What sets Noon Slate apart is its exclusive manufacturing material, characterized by the durability of Akron® and the natural appearance of slate. This semi-freestanding bathtub, supported only by its rear part, features an integrated shelf for easy access to hygiene products or to incorporate decorative elements. The result is a bathtub that becomes the focal point of the bathroom, adding a touch of luxury and sophistication.
Recognition at the Archiproducts Design Awards
Archiproducts Design Awards are a benchmark in the industry, celebrating global design excellence every year. Acquabella’s Noon Slate has been recognized in the bathroom category, surpassing fierce competition.
An international and multidisciplinary jury of designers, architects, photographers, and creatives from over ten countries selected Acquabella’s new bathtub for its contemporary design, attention to detail, and the quality of materials used. With this, Acquabella has now accumulated four Archiproducts Design Awards in its accolades.
Acquabella’s Noon Slate Bathtub is already available at selected distributors.
Schlüter-Systems has strengthened its portfolio of bathroom systems for the UK domestic market through the availability of advanced control light technology which enhances aesthetics whilst also offering almost unlimited creative choice.
Encompassing the latest LED technology, Schlüter-LIPROTEC creates restful lighting for relaxing spaces, or bright, colourful lighting for a busy family bathroom or kitchen.
Schlüter-LIPROTEC has a broad range of applications, from direct or indirect lighting effects, enabling the interior designer, architect or property owner to illuminate feature walls, pictures, tiled areas such as shower enclosures or study spaces, kitchen countertops and stairways; in fact, anywhere the creative mind can conceive a plan for.
The collection offers the option of neutral white, warm white or RGB+W LEDs; the latter allowing for coloured and white LEDS on a single strip, to generate coloured light or temperature-controllable white light, which can be selected from 2500 K to 6500 K. The system can be programmed to deliver a choice of 16 million colours via a Bluetooth app and remote control.
Suitable for moisture-prone areas such as kitchens, bathrooms and showers, the LED strips are completely encapsulated and conform to IP67 protection rating. Schlüter-LIPROTEC-EASY is the company’s simple plug-and-play version which comes with matching power supply units up to 100W.
The Schlüter-LIPROTEC-PRO series, meanwhile, is geared towards professional installers and offers bespoke lighting solutions. The LED modules are available either with a fixed white-light colour temperature of 3000 K or 4900 K, or with the full RGB+W colour range.
Schlüter-KERDI-BOARD-NLT units are stylish niche sets fabricated from the company’s KERDI-BOARD and featuring plug-and-play LIPROTEC-LED technology. They can be used to create illuminated recesses and storage surfaces for all kinds of wall areas and are enabled with Bluetooth/wireless receivers. The various light colours can also be selected via the supplied remote control or suitable Bluetooth-compatible smartphones and tablets.
The lighting collection embraces the company’s extensive range of bathroom finishing solutions and, when deciding on the multiple variations of lighting, Schlüter-Systems’ customer services team is on hand to offer project and technical support with CAD detail. For those still seeking ideas for their project, Schlüter-Systems has published a brochure covering all on-trend accent lighting solutions, while Virtual Worlds can be accessed online to browse the myriad lighting options available.
With more than 2,300 employees and seven offices across Europe and North America, Schlüter-Systems is the world’s largest and most innovative manufacturer of system solutions for the function, protection and decoration of tiles and natural stone flooring. Schluter-Systems in the UK offers a very wide product portfolio including the Schluter-KERDI range of waterproofing, the versatile tile backerboard KERDI-BOARD and its underfloor heating solutions, DITRA-HEAT and BEKOTEC-THERM.
Corr, Utopia’s brand-new sanitaryware collection is billed to suit all installations and includes a basin and WC range. The three stylish, thin-rimmed semi-recessed basins are ideal for compact cloakroom solutions thanks to their short projection options. Standard semi-recessed basins are also included.
Richard Shore, Utopia’s head of product design comments, “We are delighted to be launching this brand-new collection, available now to our customers. Its understated elegance and contemporary styling is not only timeless in design but bursting with practical and ergonomic USPs and is therefore the perfect complement to many of our furniture collections.”
The Corr WC range echoes the same styling of the basins to form a perfectly coordinated suite but works equally well in any situation. In addition to the stunning appearance, the WCs are packed with features in a space-saving short projection format. The three styles include back to wall, close-coupled and wall-hung options, all featuring a rimless design which has been engineered to optimize water usage and flushing efficiency. This easy clean feature is also very hygienic as there is nowhere for bacteria to collect. Concealed fixings and a slimline, soft close seat complete the neat, streamlined appearance.
Corr joins the existing family of five ceramic collections from Utopia, alongside a host of sit-on basin options, making it the perfect range for all bathroom requirements.
Following hot on the heels of the launch of Alpha Solo panel, Kinedo has added another range of walk-in shower enclosures to its shower portfolio in the shape of the stylish Ekinox+ range.
The stand-out feature of the Ekinox+ range is the option of striking, coloured profiles such as the beautiful and unusual brushed cobalt blue aluminium profile and the vibrant copper or brushed stainless steel option. The Ekinox Solo is a simple glass panel option for an open showering area. It can be installed in a corner, in a recess or against the wall; the latter option requires two reinforcement bars. Ekinox Duo features a 180° pivot section to eliminate splash and can be installed with a chrome straight reinforcement bar (1200mm max) or a floor-to-ceiling bar (2800mm max). It’s available in sizes from 700m to 1400mm.
The Ekinox Corner features a fixed panel for corner installations with the Ekinox Solo and Duo. Sizes range from 700mm to 1000mm.
From huge open spaces to small clever space-saving designs, the versatile Ekinox range, with its array of options, ensures it is easy to find the right panel to create the perfect showering area, whatever the size, design or budget.
All options and configurations can be seen on the Kinedo website www.kinedo.co.uk and a brochure can be downloaded.
Leading Danish design company Unidrain has rethought the pedal bin and created a piece of furniture that uniquely combines functionality and aesthetics. The elegant yet simple lines of the exterior conceal sophisticated design solutions that address practical challenges.
Great shape, great function: The new Reframe pedal bin.
A pedal bin is Unidrain’s latest addition to their Reframe designer accessories series. Every detail surrounding the Reframe Pedal bin is concise and stylish; its timeless design has been crafted to match the other elements within the Reframe Collection. Its elegant and simplistic exterior belies the carefully considered design solutions that have addressed specific practical challenges. There are no external mechanics, and the clean lines surrounding the pedal bin make it easy to clean, and delightful to view since it coordinates with all kitchen designs.
Soft-open lid that does not hit the wall.
The pedal bin has been designed with a soft open/close lid. This means it can be placed against any surface as it has been specifically crafted to stop the lid from hitting a wall when it opens, preventing any damage to paintwork and avoiding annoying clunk and banging noises, making it both silent and stylish.
The bin has a non-slip rubber foot, which complements the specially designed pedal and guarantees the bin’s stability during use. The pedal itself is spring-loaded, so it is protected against overloading. Contrary to its elegant appearance, the pedal bin is a solid and sturdy bathroom accessory.
Change bags in an instant.
Another unique, handy, and hygienic feature is the removable insert. This inner container is made of impact-resistant plastic, making it easy to clean and keeping it rust-free. The inner container also has a ring of double-sided tape on the inside, which simplifies the fitting of bin bags. There is no tying of knots or bag slippage down the interior of the bin.
“This is a benefit for domestic users but much more so for our customers in the hotel and hospitality industries, where hygiene and efficient solutions are equally as important.” Explains Rene Risom, international sales manager at Unidrain.
This was one of the elements that delighted hotelier and interior designer Mette Brochner-Mortensen; she and her husband Soren run several boutique hotels in Copenhagen. Already a fan of Unidrain’s Reframe accessories collection, she was keen to test the pedal bin.
“One of things that I noticed almost instantly was how well the design interacts with the other Reframe products. The exterior appears simplistic, but this aesthetic exterior belies the sophistication of the carefully thought-out design solutions. The lid opens and closes easily and silently without knocking against the wall. It’s incredibly stable and doesn’t tip when you step on the pedal. These small details demonstrate that needs of the user have been carefully considered and catered for.”
The pedal bin is available in brushed and polished steel as well as copper, brass and black PVD finishes. It joins the other Reframe accessories, including the soap dispenser, shower shelf, screen wiper, hooks, corner shelf, toilet brush, toilet roll holder, plus spare toilet roll holder. Another small but significant detail is the height at 31.5cm. It is the same height as the toilet brush, an important design aesthetic when crafting a bathroom.
Product details Height: 31.5 cm Diameter: 28.1 cm Capacity: 4 litres Available in copper, brass or black PVD finish, brushed or polished steel. The volume of each bag is 4 litres, and a roll of binbags is included with the bin. Price: from £265.00 (including VAT)
Scavolini, an Italian kitchen and bathroom furniture manufacturer, has launched Miko. This new range includes vanity units and wall storage that embrace many elements commonly found in living room and kitchen furniture, such as colour, textured surfaces, and a variety of fabulous finishes.
An immediate standout feature of the collection is the Moon Blue matt lacquer (pictured above) . This calming colour is hard to resist, but if you’re feeling a shade braver, Miko is also available in 24 other lacquers, including Powder Pink, Mustard Yellow, Ruby Red and Slate Black.
In addition to colour, Scavolini’s Miko collection brings texture to the bathroom with a slatted door, offered in gloss or matt lacquers, and laminates. These tactile finishes provide a pleasing contrast to the smooth ceramics in the bathroom, adding a sense of warmth, especially when chosen in a wood-effect finish. Also of note is the easy-to-open grip handle, which is available with a profile in a white, black or metallic finish (including Brass, Silver, Bronze and Titanium).
Finally, for a distinctive look, why not consider the timeless beauty of natural stone? While real stone can be a labour of love to take care of, particularly in wet areas like the bathroom, Scavolini’s choice of marble and slate-effect laminate doors are low maintenance and hassle free, making them a welcome addition to the Miko collection.
Kudos Showers has added a touch of tinted glass to their Ultimate10 wet room panels, designed to complement their popular coloured profile finishes.
These new tinted coloured glass options are available as part of the 10mm Ultimate wet room panel range and bespoke collection at Kudos. Four coloured options are available in smoked, smoked with a modesty stripe, bronze tint and satinised (frosted) and they can be ordered in 5 sizes along with matching foldaway deflectors. Decorative panels are the latest design trend in shower enclosures, a new feature that also offers a certain amount of privacy or modesty for the bather.
Kudos Shower Products Ltd has been designing and manufacturing shower products at their Cumbria facility since 1999. Their portfolio includes shower enclosures, shower trays, over-bath screens and wet-room solutions sold via KBB showrooms and merchants across the UK. Visit their website kudosshowers.co.uk, call them on 01539 564040 or email info@kudosshowers.co.uk.
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Global surface manufacturer Cosentino will openthe doors of its new London City Centre showroom at 1 Hatton Gardens this November.
Billed as a dynamic space for designers and architects to meet, the new City Centre boasts three floors and over 420 sqm of design inspiration. As London’s newest creative hub for co-working, exchanging ideas and inspiring events, visitors can immerse themselves in the area’s luxury design legacy.
An iconic address seeped in history, Cosentino City London is the perfect setting to showcase the impressive portfolio of materials from its brands Silestone, Dekton and Sensa.The showroom is equipped with a fully working Atelier Lab that exists to serve architects and designers, helping specifiers with interior and exterior projects.
A place of learning, the Cosentino team will be on hand to help educate on the different materials available for various applications for every project, including countertops, flooring, cladding, furniture and facades.With a fully stocked sample library, interactive digital display boards and desk or meeting spaces for hire, teams can touch, experiment and experience the beauty of Cosentino first-hand, seeing projects come to life before their eyes.Cosentino City London will also be the brand’s UK event hub. An impressive schedule of events includes exhibitions, roundtables, supper clubs, CPDs, industry parties and more.
Utopia is adding nine new decors to its collection of 22mm laminate worktops, strengthening an already comprehensive collection and giving customers greater choice and even more design opportunities.
Inspired by natural materials such as stone and wood, the new effects span a range of colours from light granite and marble-inspired options through to metallic veining and dark, alluring effects. This season’s new collection is all about patterns and tones and has been carefully selected to sit alongside existing and new additions to Utopia’s door finishes. The new decors also meet the growing demand from those wishing to achieve either a unicolour look when choosing a woodgrain option or a bold contrast.
Launching this Autumn, the new decors are Dark Monolith, Dorchester Oak (pictured above fight), Igneous Spark, Interstellar, Light Callisto, Marquina (pictured above left), Moon Rock, Rift Grey (pictured top) and Sorrento Walnut, and can all be seen in Utopia’s latest brochures.
Helen Clark, head of marketing at Utopia, states, “Through our extensive collection we are able to capture all the visual appeal of natural marble, granite and wood effects in a durable, easy care format that’s also extremely practical, too. With 19 decors now available, the consumer has plenty of choice in adding that vital finishing touch to their bathroom design.”
Retailers using Virtual Worlds design technology can now include products that enhance and protect tile and natural stone with the addition of the Schlüter-Systems’ catalogue to the platform.
Tile installation products manufacturer Schlüter-Systems, offers everything needed to prepare for and protect an installation of tile or stone in a bathroom or wetroom. The latest catalogue, now available on Virtual Worlds, includes the Schlüter-DITRA range. When it comes to waterproofing, uncoupling, vapour pressure equalisation, load transfer andheat distribution, nothing parallels the DITRA uncoupling mat installed under tiles. The latest redesign of DITRA now features EasyCut gridlines that make the mat easier to handle and faster to cut, and an EasyFill design with integrated air release vents for better air circulation.
The catalogue also features the Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT and DITRA-HEAT peel and stick uncoupling mats, designed for attaching electric heating cables, and Schlüter-KERDI-BOARD, a tileable, waterproof backerboard which has multiple uses, such as creating a fully waterproofed wall or adding finishing touches such as a bench or shelving to a bathroom.
All of these and more are now available for Virtual Worlds’ retailers to add to their designs at the click of a button. For more information, visit www.virtualworlds.co.uk
