Inclusive & accessible bathroom design

November 26, 2024

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 industry ever since, publishing regular features across the two sectors.

Inclusive design is becoming more accepted in general bathroom projects. It ensures that buildings not only meet accessibility requirements but also creates a welcoming environment that caters to the needs of all users. In today’s world, it makes sense to deliver accessible spaces that serve all physical abilities, including mobility challenges, sensory impairments, and age-related conditions.

Hewi product manager Florian Haude agrees, “Accessible design is increasingly becoming the standard in architecture and product design. The focus is particularly on universal design, which makes products and rooms accessible to all people, regardless of their abilities. For example, floor-level showers are not only practical for people with limited mobility but also offer comfort and safety for all age groups. Combined with non-slip surfaces, grab rails and shower seats, an accessible bathroom becomes the norm, combining functionality and aesthetics.”

Easy elegance

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According to the World Health Organization, over one billion people—about 15% of the global population—live with some disability*, and one in five people are 65 or over. Creating beautiful, inclusive spaces ensures everyone can experience the same level of comfort and enjoyment which makes it a win-win for developers.

Ideal Standard’s senior designer Yiota Toumba comments, “Building or upgrading bathrooms to be more accessible and comfortable for elderly or less mobile residents is one of the most impactful steps developers and housing managers can take. This will both greatly improve quality of life for residents and increase a property’s value.”

Ideal Standard seamlessly blends stylish design with thoughtful functionality. Its Concept Freedom range, designed in collaboration with Studio Levien, offers considerate features for users with mobility impairments. For example, the collection includes wall-hung, back-to-wall, and close-coupled WCs that are 25% higher than average, reducing knee pressure and improving comfort.

Axess all areas

Accessible showers also ensure safety and comfort for all users. Key features include barrier-free entry, which allows easy access for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility. Adjustable showerheads, grab bars, and non-slip flooring enhance safety, while a shower seat offers a convenient resting option. By integrating inclusive design, these product lines ensure accessibility is seamlessly integrated into everyday life.

Several companies are leading the way in this area, offering a wide range of products to ensure safety and comfort. KEUCO is one such brand. As the demand for barrier-free bathroom concepts continues to grow, so has KEUCO’s product offering. Its ranges support physical disabilities and comprise highly functional but beautifully designed products that ensure comfort and safety in the bathroom.

KEUCO’s ranges include ergonomically designed PLAN CARE shower products, IXMO shower fittings, including shower rails and railing systems, KEUCO AXESS (pictured above and top), and a sustainable and cross-generational wetroom rail system that can be flexibly adapted to suit any space.

Accessible accessories

Inclusive Design HEWI — HEWI Tilting Mirror

Thanks to growing innovation in the industry, accessible design is not limited to the shower or bath. A growing range of products means inclusivity is easily accommodated in every aspect of the bathroom. Adaptive accessories play a vital role in ensuring usability for all; for example, mirrors placed at accessible heights help individuals in wheelchairs or with limited mobility use them easily.

As an expert in barrier-free sanitary solutions, HEWI has introduced an exciting addition to its product lineup: the motorised tilting mirror. This new model offers extra ease and functionality – the tilt function can be adjusted with precision up to a 28° angle, all controlled wirelessly via a sleek wall switch.

Freshen up

Accessible Design TOTO — TOTO NEOREST WX

Shower toilets offer significant benefits when it comes to accessible design. These toilets provide a hygienic, gentler and more effective cleaning method than traditional toilet paper; this is particularly beneficial for individuals with limited mobility, arthritis, or sensitive skin. The latest models allow users to adjust water pressure, temperature, and positioning, promoting independence and reducing the need for assistance. Their ergonomic design enhances comfort for all users, while their water-saving features make them an environmentally responsible choice. When prioritising inclusivity, shower toilets offer a practical solution for creating comfortable spaces.

Kazuki Osugi, general manager of TOTO UK, explains the importance of new technology, “If people lose strength and mobility, things like going to the toilet can become very difficult. It’s an unpleasant experience to feel helpless in such intimate moments – especially for people who wish to live self-determined lives with dignity. Designing an appropriate bathroom is an important step to keep people going to the toilet as long as possible without assistance. A TOTO WASHLET bidet toilet with various features is a great solution for hospitality environments.”

TOTO’s NEOREST WX features the latest WASHLET technology. This new design cleverly conceals advanced features while maintaining a sleek and minimalist aesthetic. The NEOREST WX is one of TOTO’s premium offerings, showcasing the brand’s commitment to luxury, hygiene, and comfort.

Child’s play

Using colour in residences where children with disabilities and special needs are cared for can promote a positive and supportive environment. Colours influence mood, behaviour, and cognitive function, helping create spaces that are calming, stimulating, or comforting, depending on the child’s needs.

HEWI’s products for children are not only designed in uplifting colours but also meet a variety of requirements: They are safe, easy to use, and robust. In addition, they are easy to clean and hygienic. Products used in cots, nurseries, kindergartens, or schools must withstand high loads over the long term. HEWI products for children meet all these requirements.

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TOTO at HIX Hotel – where tech meets tradition

November 25, 2024

Global bathroom manufacturer TOTO will make its debut at HIX 2024, showcasing its iconic WASHLET within a bespoke 45 square metre stand. Designed by world-renowned architects Squire & Partners, the stand features a reception foyer, sensory zone, and a Tea House. The immersive space, illuminated by the soft glow of the WASHLET, takes visitors on a journey into a unique environment that blends modern technology with traditional Japanese design elements.

Drawing inspiration from Japanese architectural motifs, the design incorporates shoji screens with a contemporary twist. TOTO replaces traditional rice paper with architectural woven wire and wood mesh, creating a calm, serene space that allows visitors to experience the fusion of Japanese culture, cutting-edge technology, and design under one roof.

At HIX, TOTO will guide visitors on a sensory journey that reflects the event’s theme of exploring spaces and places. TOTO’s installation showcases the brand’s ability to transform environments and enhance user experiences, demonstrating its commitment to innovation in the bathroom sector.

A leader in design technologies for sanitaryware, TOTO’s dedication to continual product refinement, or kaizen, ensures exceptional comfort and hygiene. The WASHLET, TOTO’s signature toilet with an integrated bidet, has sold over 60 million units globally and is a popular choice for hospitality and luxury hotel suites.

TOTO will present its latest model, the NEOREST WX. Featuring the latest WASHLET technology, this new design cleverly conceals advanced features while maintaining a sleek and minimalist aesthetic. The NEOREST WX is one of TOTO’s premium offerings, showcasing the brand’s commitment to luxury, hygiene, and comfort.

Since entering the European market in 2009, TOTO has become a key player in the hospitality sector, with luxury hotels across the continent specifying the ultra-hygienic WASHLET to ensure a positive guest experience. As the WASHLET range continues to expand, the variety of designs offers increased flexibility, making it the ideal choice for hotels seeking both style and functionality.

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Duravit expands sieger design D-Code range of everyday bathroom solutions

October 3, 2024

Duravit has expanded its successful D-Code range, designed by sieger design, offering an all-inclusive bathroom solution that caters to both residential and commercial projects. This affordable range includes ceramics, furniture, bathtubs, accessories, and faucets, all designed with versatility and modern aesthetics in mind.

The D-Code ceramics range features sleek washbasins, toilets, and bidets in various dimensions to suit any project. The washbasins combine spacious inner basins with large tap platforms for maximum comfort, while the toilets incorporate Duravit’s innovative Rimless® technology, offering superior hygiene and water efficiency. These features make the range suitable for diverse environments, from residential homes to high-traffic public spaces.

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In the bathroom furniture category, D-Code offers vanity units, semi-tall cabinets, and illuminated mirrors made from PEFC-certified sustainable materials. Available in contemporary finishes like Anthracite and Oak, the furniture is delivered pre-assembled for quick and easy installation, making it a practical choice for large-scale and bespoke projects. The recessed grip handles in Chrome or Matt Black add a sleek, modern touch.

The bathtub collection includes a variety of rectangular built-in acrylic bathtubs in all standard dimensions. These bathtubs feature a comfortable seat depth of 45 cm and an optional “Jet Project” whirl function, providing a luxurious bathing experience at an affordable price. The D-Code shower trays come in square, rectangular, and quadrant shapes, catering to a wide range of bathroom layouts.

Duravit also offers a comprehensive faucet and accessories range in Chrome or Matt Black finishes. The faucets feature water-saving technologies such as FreshStart and MinusFlow, which help reduce water and energy consumption. Accessories like towel rails, soap dishes, and toilet roll holders are perfectly coordinated to complete the look of any bathroom.

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Michael Sieger of sieger design highlights the thought behind the D-Code range: “The rigor and new versatility of D-Code – from the washbasin to the toilet, from bathroom furniture to bathtubs, whirl tubs, and shower trays up to accessories – expand the opportunities for bathroom design.” This reflects Duravit’s commitment to offering practical yet stylish solutions.

Duravit stands behind its products with a lifetime guarantee on ceramics and five-year warranties on faucets, furniture, and bathtubs.

Duravit’s D-Code range is ideal for those seeking high-quality, durable products that combine timeless design with functionality. It delivers versatility and sustainability, making it a perfect choice for private and public projects.

For more information, contact Duravit.

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Saniflo Modulo & Modulo XL – elegant, plug-and-play solutions

September 23, 2024

For over 60 years, Saniflo has excelled at enhancing homes and buildings with its innovative pumps and macerators. The latest offerings, Modulo and Modulo XL, enable the creation of complete bathrooms within bedrooms through two convenient all-in-one solutions. Modulo features a pod-style design with a shower and basin, while Modulo XL incorporates a shower, basin, and wall-hung WC.

These bathroom pods come with various profile and glass options, including white profiles with white glass, black profiles with black glass, and black profiles with white glass. Installation of a new en-suite can be completed in just 2 to 3 days, requiring only basic electrical access and small-bore pipework. Where waste discharge presents challenges, a Saniflo pump can be included as part of the installation package.

Both Modulo models offer a luxurious version with a sliding door shower, a chic vanity unit with a basin, and a modern towel rail, as well as a standard version featuring a curtain rail shower and a washbasin with a mixer tap. Each model is equipped with a contemporary mechanical shower valve and handset.

The bathroom pods can be positioned in a recess or corner, with a pivot door for easy access. In the shower area, a self-supporting Biocryl platform rests on height-adjustable feet, complemented by finishing plinths and opaque white glass back panels. The ceiling is crafted from white honeycomb polypropylene and includes two integrated LED spotlights. Additional features include a mirror, glass shelves, towel hook, ventilation grill, 220 V socket, and a floor mat, with all glass treated for anti-limescale properties for effortless cleaning post-installation.

Modulo and Modulo XL are perfect solutions for boutique hotels, bed and breakfasts, guest houses, modular buildings, or any homeowner looking to expand living space in a basement, garage, barn, or other external structures. They present a new opportunity for installers to deliver swift and efficient bathroom solutions to their clients.

Amanda Mills, marketing manager at Saniflo, states, “The new Modulo and Modulo XL make it easy to add a practical yet stylish en-suite to an existing bedroom. This will be particularly appealing to many small boutique hotels, bed and breakfast owners with shared bathroom facilities for guests, and domestic households needing an additional bathroom. It’s also an excellent opportunity for manufacturers of modular buildings seeking a complete bathroom solution.”

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Duravit improves bathroom cleanliness with HygieneGlaze Plus

August 27, 2024

HygieneGlaze – Duravit’s unique, patented ceramic glaze for environmentally friendly bathroom hygiene – has evolved. In addition to its highly efficient, antibacterial effect, the HygieneGlaze® Plus ceramic surface offers outstanding levels of cleanliness and even greater ease of cleaning. This effect has been achieved by altering the surface tension following a modification of the glaze.

Fewer deposits, greater cleanliness

The smooth, low-adhesion surface texture of HygieneGlaze® Plus means that dirt and limescale particles are even easier to rinse off with water. This keeps the ceramic looking and feeling as perfect as the day it was installed.

The long-lasting cleanliness of the ceramic makes cleaning noticeably easier, which generates economic benefits in facilities with a high user frequency, such as public toilets. In addition, the reduced use of cleaning products lowers the environmental impact.

Lasting and efficient hygiene

HygieneGlaze® Plus works based on the oligodynamic effect – the harmful effect of positively charged metal ions on bacteria – this is integrated into the glaze during the firing process. This manufacturing process ensures a lasting effect, leading to a dynamic reduction in pathogens such as escherichia coli. After just six hours, 90 per cent of the bacteria have been eliminated, rising to an excellent hygiene level of 99.99 per cent after 24 hours.

Aurena complete with HygieneGlaze® Plus

Aurena by Antonio Citterio is the first complete ceramic series to be launched with the HygieneGlaze® Plus surface. This extends to washbasins, toilets, and bidets, as well as all ceramic colours supplied (White, White Satin Matt, Black, Matt Black). Other series are already being planned.

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Waterline launches into bathrooms to offer a full kbb service solution

August 21, 2024

UK kitchen distributor Waterline has announced the launch of the Waterline Bathroom Collection, its first venture into the bathroom sector. This expansion marks an exciting milestone for the company, as it now offers a full KBB service solution for independent retailers.

The Waterline Bathroom Collection features a wide range of products catering to traditional and contemporary tastes. Developed in close collaboration with industry experts, the range includes everything from furniture, WCs, and flushing systems to brassware, basins, shower trays and enclosures, baths, heating solutions, flooring, and mirrors.

Design is at the heart of the Waterline Bathroom Collection. Both square and round themes are featured in the sanitaryware, while the furniture pieces feature contemporary and traditional styles. The shower enclosures offer a variety of styles, including quadrant, sliding doors, and hinge doors, while the brassware comes in multiple tap configurations with finishes that match the shower enclosures. Colour features throughout the range too, ensuring cross-product colour coordination to meet diverse design preferences.

Competitively priced to enable retailers to maintain strong margins, Waterline offers exclusive incentives for displaying its products. Importantly, none of the products in the Waterline Bathroom range will be sold online, ensuring exclusive support for its retail partners.

“We are delighted to launch the Waterline Bathroom Collection, marking our first step into the bathroom market,” said Michael Marriott, CEO of Waterline Distribution. “This expansion is a testament to our dedication to providing a full KBB service solution.”

For more information, visit www.waterline.co.uk or call 03330 149 149.

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Thomas Crapper’s rich and colourful cisterns

August 20, 2024

Allow customers to think outside of the box when designing their dream bathroom. Adding a colourful cistern can be the perfect solution to add a statement piece without overtaking the room. For this, the Thomas Crapper 814 cistern is exactly the product required.

As with all Thomas Crapper products the quality and timeless design features set this brand above many of its competitors. The marine quality aluminium alloy used to produce this cast cistern gives an impressive, long-lasting, highly durable smooth finish

The 814 cistern is available in five standard colours – red, matt black, blue, white and green – or can be specified in a selection of RAL colours.

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Baths, basins & WCs

July 23, 2024

Features by Diane Larner founder and editor of Bathroom Review & Kitchens Review.
Diane Larner launched both titles over 14 years ago and has been writing about the bathroom and kitchen interior design industry ever since, publishing regular features across the two sectors.

Current trends in bathroom design continue to highlight luxury, sustainability, and wellness. Achieving a cohesive look depends on the compatibility of each component, with sanitaryware needing to be both practical and visually pleasing. Today’s consumers are looking for products that combine hygiene, durability and style with a dash of personality. As these trends gain momentum, the demand for harmonised yet customisable bathroom solutions continues to rise.

Juan Luna, design manager at Acquabella, agrees, “Consumers are seeking baths and basins that offer both aesthetic appeal and functionality. Materials like natural, high-quality resins are trending thanks to their durability, antibacterial treatment, easy maintenance and eco-friendliness. Customisable options and unique finishes are also in high demand, allowing homeowners to create personalised spaces that reflect their style and personality”.

Colour me happy

acquabella-acquasolid-encimera-kivu-mueble-show — **Acquabella Acquasolid collection**

The design landscape has shifted from a one-size-fits-all solution to bespoke schemes that reflect individual preferences. The focus on personalisation enhances the visual magnetism of the bathroom, making these spaces more than just functional areas – they become individual retreats catering to style and comfort.

As consumers continue to explore new possibilities, the potential to structure a bathroom that truly mirrors the user’s personality has become a hallmark of contemporary design. This personalisation trend leverages an expressive use of colour and materials, resulting in customisation.

Ashley Sinclair, specification and design manager at Sanipex Group, comments: ‘Current trends in bath, basin, and WC design emphasise personalised design, blending bold colours, unique finishes, and new materials. These trends offer designers creative freedom to craft spaces that reflect users’ styles and personalities, enhancing both comfort and style.’

In response to the demand for design freedom, Aquabella’s Noon bathtub can be designed in more than 2000 colours. It features a slate texture that gives it a sophisticated and natural look. The tubs are perfectly matched with the sleek Acquasolid collection (pictured above), which comprises basins and worktops (Tai, Kivu, and Tana series).

Life’s a beach

The continued fusion of natural elements into the bathroom results in organic, serene spaces that evoke a sense of tranquillity. This trend blends materials like wood, stone, teak, and bamboo with earthy colour palettes and textures. By integrating features such as natural light, plants, or stone, designers can easily create a restful, calming environment. This approach enhances the aesthetic appeal of bathrooms and promotes a soothing and restorative experience.

Michael Marriott, CEO of Waterline, advises, ‘Bathroom trends are all about creating a calming, wellness-focused space. Soft, soothing colours like sage green, gentle blues, and warm neutrals are in vogue, making the bathroom feel like a retreat. Think about incorporating features that enhance user well-being, like rainfall showerheads, natural elements and wooden accents.’

One example of this is Beach House by BAGNODESIGN. The collection features light, gentle hues that mimic the outdoor bathrooms of private Maldivian villas. The complete range includes shower columns and furniture that coordinate with the stylish BAGNOQUARTZ basins and bathtubs pictured above.

Flushed with love

Bathroom-Review-VitrA-Quantum-Flush-WC- — VitrA ‘s QuantumFlush

Whilst we ask our baths and basins to toe the line regarding wellness, we have lower expectations of the humble WC, yet a noisy loo can undo all the good work. According to Weber, research shows that when exposed to noise, our stress levels are raised, which can lead to increased heart rate and blood pressure. Children also find the sound battleground overwhelming, especially in public bathrooms. With this in mind, VitrA has launched one of the quietest loos in the world. It also tops the charts regarding cleaning power, operating 120% more effectively than standard rimless toilets.

“Ruth Davies, VitrA’s marketing director, explains, ‘In today’s increasingly home-centred lifestyle, the bathroom has evolved into a space for relaxation. Factors such as hygiene and well-being are crucial considerations when making the bathroom feel like a living space. Choose products that prioritise both hygiene and tranquillity, such as basins and toilets with anti-bacterial glazes that minimise the spread of germs and silent flushing systems that maintain a peaceful atmosphere. These choices not only enhance the bathroom’s functionality but also create a serene environment.“

VitrA ‘s new QuantumFlush boasts superior toilet flushing technology that is seven times quieter than a traditional toilet. It delivers twice the cleaning power and is also specifically designed to enhance water efficiency, using the same 3 or 6 litres of water as a standard dual flush.

Free & easy

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Freestanding baths are popular since they deliver drama and elegance, which elevates the bathroom aesthetic. Beyond looks, freestanding baths can be more flexible in placement, allowing for creative layouts that maximise space. These baths often come in various shapes and sizes, catering to all tastes and preferences. They are also typically easier to install than built-in options, reducing time and increasing build efficiency. Overall, freestanding baths combine sophistication, versatility, and practicality, making them a desirable choice for traditional and modern bathrooms.

Tanna Molyneux, product manager of Bathrooms to Love by PJH, agrees, “A freestanding bath undeniably adds luxury and glamour to any bathroom, serving as an impressive focal point and making a bold design statement. With many styles now available, covering all price points, the choice of designs is wider than ever.”

PJH’s Bathrooms to Love bath collection includes a comprehensive choice of styles and specifications for all bathroom projects. The freestanding bath range is a popular choice for consumers looking to add a touch of luxury to a bathroom space, and designs include classic and contemporary models.

A complete collection

Bathroom-Review-Basins-Waterline-Bathroom-Collection — ***Waterline Bathroom Collection***

Creating a cohesive design is simpler when selecting from a single supplier. Numerous benefits include consistency in looks and quality, which helps create a put-together feel throughout the space. Working with one supplier also simplifies the purchasing process, streamlining communication and coordination and saving time and effort.

The new Waterline Bathroom Collection features a wide range of products that cater to contemporary and traditional tastes. The sanitaryware features square and round themes, while the furniture pieces are available in contemporary and traditional styles. Developed in close collaboration with industry experts, the range includes everything from furniture, WCs, and flushing systems to brassware, basins, shower trays and enclosures, baths, heating solutions, flooring, and mirrors.

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Picture at the very top – Bathrooms to Love

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Ideal Standard & Armitage Shanks introduce Conceala 3 range

June 25, 2024

Bathroom manufacturer Ideal Standard and Armitage Shanks has added to its family of concealed cisterns, flush plates, and buttons with its new entry-level Conceala 3 range.

Perfect for commercial and residential settings, the Conceala 3 in-wall cisterns join the existing ProSys® premium cisterns and frames offering and are available in top, side, and bottom water supply inlet variants. Conceala 3 can use both pneumatic and syphon lever flush activations, and there’s also a cable-operated model on offer, fitting seamlessly into bathroom furniture units. The variety of models gives installers and developers installation flexibility for projects of all kinds. Furthermore, the flat back design and lack of bottom lugs on the tank make installing it easier, saving time across projects.

Conceala 3’s pneumatic models feature a new 2-inch water outlet improving flush performance, whilst an innovative ‘silencer tube’ and mesh filter on the inlet valve ensure a quieter filling process – ensuring the entire mechanism is truly out of sight and out of mind.

To complete the look, a dedicated range of pneumatic buttons and flush plates are available in traditional chrome, stainless steel and sleek black finishes, enabling developers and contractors to coordinate a full suite of products easily. Conceala 3 also works with several of Ideal Standard’s existing ProSys® flush plates, which offer extended colour choices including the Solea plate in white, chrome, brushed chrome, and black, and the Septa Pro push button in white.

With sustainability being such a huge focus for developers and specifiers, considerations have been built into Conceala 3’s dual-flushing models, which deliver a flush of 6/4 litres as standard. This can be further reduced to a minimum of 4/2.6 litres with a simple adjustment during installation. Single-flush models are also available. Delayed fill inlet valves are standard across all models, stopping water waste during the flushing process and further decreasing Conceala 3’s environmental impact.

Meanwhile, Ideal Standard’s ProSys® cisterns have SmartValve water-saving technology that cuts water usage by up to 63 litres a week in an average four-person household.

Both Conceala 3 and ProSys® are ideal behind-the-wall solutions for commercial and residential projects where sustainability and water reduction are a priority. The ranges fully support building accreditation for BREEAM and are compliant with all UK water regulations.

To find out more about Conceala 3, visit: https://www.idealspec.co.uk/product/conceala3.html

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Living La Dolce Vita – Ideal Standard’s new range celebrates all things Italian

May 23, 2024

Bathroom manufacturer Ideal Standard has unveiled its new La Dolce Vita range, the latest addition to its design-led Atelier Collections. The new range has been designed by chief design officer Roberto Palomba and has been inspired by its famous namesake expression – the sweet life.

Whether it’s an ice-cold negroni on the Amalfi coast or a dive into the turquoise waters of Sicily, the Italian lifestyle is all about indulging in beauty whenever you can. In 2024, Ideal Standard is allowing its customers to bring that beauty into their homes.

The collection features a complete bathroom solution – from vanities and vessels, toilets, bidets and bathtubs to mixer taps, shower products and accessories. Furthermore, the collection seamlessly integrates with Ideal Standard’s furniture selection and broader product range, all thanks to its Singular™ philosophy. This ensures designers and customers can explore and select elements that perfectly align with their vision and requirements.

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Aesthetically, La Dolce Vita’s beauty is carefully balanced between geometric shapes and forms inspired by the natural environment. The tapered shape and curved edges of the ceramic vanities and toilets in the collection elegantly separate them from the crowd. At the same time, the deep, flower-shaped vessel basins are instantly eye-catching in both square and round designs. The accompanying vanities are available in six sizes, including standout asymmetric models with a practical storage surface. As a statement piece, the freestanding bathtub commands the space in any bathroom but still echoes the understated elegance of a relaxed Italian lifestyle.

Fittings and accessories follow the same lead, with basin mixers, vessel mixers, wall-mounted models, and bath and shower mixers sharing the same design DNA. The shower systems feature a sleek stem-like design with minimalist curves. They are available in classic chrome or Ideal Standard’s durable PVD colours: brushed gold, magnetic grey and silver storm.

It isn’t just style where La Dolce Vita thrives. Behind the elegant exterior lies innovative Ideal Standard technology. WCs feature AquaBlade® technology (or RimLS+® on wall-hung bowls) for excellent flushing performance and improved hygiene, while the FirmaFlow® ceramic cartridges in the taps ensure durability.

La Dolce Vita is now available, to find out more about Ideal Standard’s Atelier Collections, please visit: www.idealstandard.com

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