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Bathroom trends: The bathroom as a living area and feel-good room

Bathroom trends: The bathroom as a living area and feel-good room

Natural materials, subtle colors, and organic forms create an inviting bathroom in which to while away some time.

  • The cozily appointed bathroom offers a place of refuge from the hustle and bustle of everyday life
  • Natural, high-quality materials such as ceramics and wood define the interior with their pleasant feel
  • No-fuss design meets round forms
  • Outstanding bathroom design for rooms of any size
  • Sustainability: durable, water-saving, and recyclable products
  • Design and technical features ensure enhanced hygiene in the bathroom

The bathroom is no longer merely a place for a daily care and health routine. It has become a place of refuge from the hustle and bustle of everyday life where you can feel at ease, unwind, and be at one with yourself. In the same way as the kitchen has converged with the living room, the bathroom is now becoming one with the bedroom. Room boundaries become fluid with the washing area and bathtub located in the center of the bedroom, for instance, with only the toilet being physically separated. Floating spaces work because sanitary objects are now designed and installed like furniture – as decorative standalone features made from natural materials such as ceramics, wood, and natural stone with a look and feel that creates a sense of sanctuary.

The bathroom as a living area

Not only are contemporary bathrooms being designed in an increasingly homely style in terms of their sanitary objects and bathroom furniture, but furnishings, lamps, textiles, and accessories are increasingly finding their way into this corner of the home. Forms and materials combine with calming beige and brown tones to create a cozy ambiance – enhanced with plants that accentuate the space and ensure a pleasant room climate. Inspiration from nature in interior design are hallmarks of Scandinavian design and Japanese aesthetics in particular. The Zencha bathroom collection from Duravit brings these two concepts into harmony. Designer Sebastian Herkner crafted the sanitary objects and bathroom furniture from natural materials such as ceramics, wood, and textured glass. While the modular storage furniture with its delicate edges and shadow gaps exudes a more austere look, the freestanding bathtub gives the impression of a large trough that culminates in a graceful edge with a gentle outward curve. Duravit’s White Tulip bathroom collection features organic forms combined with furniture in natural solid wood surfaces and high-gloss or satin-matt lacquers to create harmony and softness in the interior. Designed by Philippe Starck, the forms of the sanitary objects, faucets, and furniture are reminiscent of the silhouette of a tulip in bloom.

Natural lifestyle

Inspiration from nature is a trend that is here to stay in interior design. As a material, wood has surfaces that are appealing to the touch as well as aesthetic and tactile qualities that make it suited to a natural furnishing style like almost no other material. Wood is also an established feature of the bathroom. In D-Neo, Belgian designer Bertrand Lejoly has created a complete bathroom range that offers no-fuss vanity units and semi-tall cabinets in a range of oak and walnut furniture finishes.

Small and tasteful

Similarly, increasing numbers of manufacturers now offer not only sanitary objects, but also furniture in reduced dimensions so that even bathrooms with compact measurements can easily be transformed into living spaces. After all, bathrooms in large cities are often only a few square meters in size. Mirrored cabinets, storage furniture, and washbasins with storage space also play their part in maintaining order in the bathroom. When everything has a place, then visual calm is also ensured. Free surfaces can then accommodate eye-catching decorative pieces such as jewellery boxes, vases, and bowls.

Preserving resources


Thinking and acting in a sustainable manner has always been important at Duravit – not least when it comes to timelessly designed products made from high-quality and durable materials. Duravit also offers a range of bathroom solutions that consume less water than conventional ones or are made from sustainable materials. Sustano is a good example: the first ever recyclable shower tray to be marketed is a coup from the German manufacturer. Made from the sustainable mineral material DuroCast Nature, it not only has a high surface hardness and density, but also the shower trays can either be returned to the manufacturer or a local recycling center after the end of their useful life. The minimalist Tulum faucet range by Philippe Starck saves energy and water because it is equipped with a FreshStart function. In the central position, this only produces cold water to start with. The flow rate limited by the MinusFlow function additionally helps save this precious resource. In parallel to its existing sustainable product range, Duravit has embedded the goal to be climate-neutral by 2045 in its company targets.

Hygiene in the bathroom

Since the pandemic increased attention has been paid to hygiene, especially in the bathroom. Thorough cleanliness is ensured not only by easy-to-clean surfaces such as ceramics or DuroCast Nature, but also through design and technical features. For example, the toilets of the White Tulip range from Philippe Starck are equipped with the innovative HygieneFlush technology which cleans the entire inside of the toilet. The HygieneGlaze ceramic glaze also ensures that approx. 90 percent of bacteria (e.g. e. coli bacteria) have been eliminated after just six minutes, rising to approx. 99.9 percent after 24 hours. Another Philippe Starck creation is the Soleil by Starck bathroom series, whose toilet surprises with a slightly protruding, delicate lid. This special design feature means that the lid is easy to grip without touching the seat or ceramic.

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Homely bathroom design with the Duravit Zencha bathroom range in Anthracite Matt. (Image source: Duravit AG)

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Homely bathroom design with the Duravit Zencha bathroom range in White. (Image source: Duravit AG)

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Homely bathroom design with the Duravit White Tulip bathroom range. (Image source: Duravit AG)

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Inspiration from nature in interior design – bathroom with a feel-good ambience. The Duravit D-Neo bathroom range offers a complete bathroom series with no-fuss vanity units in a range of Oak and Walnut finishes. (Image source: Duravit AG)

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Inspiration from nature in interior design – create a feel-good D-Neo bathroom with Duravit. (Image source: Duravit AG))

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Inspiration from nature in interior design – create a feel-good D-Neo bathroom with Duravit. (Image source: Duravit AG)

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Compact but stylish – washing area with washbasin and metal console from the Duravit DuraSquare range. (Image source: Duravit AG)

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Duravit presents Sustano, the first recyclable shower tray made from the innovative material DuroCast Nature. (Image source: Duravit AG)

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Sustano represents the first application of the new futuristic material DuroCast Nature in the bathroom. (Image source: Duravit AG)

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Energy- and water-saving faucet range Tulum by Philippe Starck with FreshStart function and MinusFlow reduced flow rate for lower consumption of water and energy in the bathroom. (Image source: Duravit AG)

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The energy-saving FreshStart function on the single-lever mixers ensures that hot water is only added when the lever is deliberately moved to the left – a carefully considered option available  for example on the unmistakable Tulum by Starck faucet range. (Image source: Duravit AG)

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HygieneFlush – the innovative flushing technology that cleans the entire inner surface of the toilet with an innovative flushing technique. (Image source: Duravit AG)

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The toilet from the Soleil by Starck bathroom range surprises with a slightly protruding delicate lid that is easy to grip without touching the seat or the ceramic. (Image source: Duravit AG

About Duravit AG

Founded in 1817 in Hornberg in the Black Forest, Duravit AG is today a leading international manufacturer of designer bathrooms and is active in more than 130 countries worldwide. The complete bathroom supplier’s product portfolio comprises top quality sanitary ceramics, bathroom furniture, bathtubs and shower trays, wellness systems, shower-toilets, faucets, and accessories as well as installation systems. Alongside its in-house design expertise, Duravit also works closely on product development with an international network of designers such as Cecilie Manz, Philippe Starck, Christian Werner, Sebastian Herkner, and Bertrand Lejoly as well as talented newcomers. Duravit’s ambition is to make its stakeholders’ lives a little better each day through a combination of forward-looking designs, uncompromising product excellence, a keen sense of human requirements, and responsible corporate management. A key measure in achieving these aims is the overriding mission to become a climate-neutral business by 2045 with no exceptions.

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Interview with Cecilie Manz

Interview with Cecilie Manz

Sheer coziness for that feel-good factor in the bathroom

Since the introduction of the Luv series, Nordic style has become a firm fixture in the bathroom. Danish designer Cecilie Manz’s minimalist design language invokes the Scandinavian concept of living for a brand-new sense of wellbeing. Carefully conceived materials that also appeal to the sense of touch emphasise the gentle forms and strict geometry. Perfectly harmonized color combinations round off the overall picture.

What emotion do you associate with the bathroom range Luv that you designed for Duravit?

For me, Luv is about sheer coziness for the perfect feel-good factor – natural, uncomplicated, and unobtrusive.

What’s most important to you in a bathroom?

The bathroom is one of the most intimate rooms and what matters to me are qualities like “clean, “functional”, and “comfortable”.  Everything should be hygienic and low-maintenance, it should work well and at the same time I want the materials, colors, and the overall ambience to exude a sense of wellbeing. In the bathroom I enjoy my “every day spa moment”.

The colors and surfaces that you’ve selected for the bathroom series Luv radiate natural warmth while simultaneously managing to appear contemporary. Where do you get your inspiration?

In the bathroom you often find cool and clear colors. Because Luv has a very pure design, it was important for me to create a cozy and welcoming component using subtle, natural tones. I often find inspiration for colors in nature – I always have a couple of pebbles in my bag.

What were the biggest challenges for you in designing furnishings for the bathroom?

I’m not sure if it makes such a big difference whether you’re designing a piece of furniture for the bathroom, the living room, or the kitchen. The design process involves the same approach and we go through the same mechanisms. At the same time, you have a greater responsibility to a certain extent: for me it feels as though each individual object that I design in the bathroom is tailor-made for the specific person buying it. That might be because each object in this room is so important. For instance, you might have various chairs in your home and can choose which one to use at any given time. You arrange your home how you want and are constantly moving things around. That’s not so easy in the bathroom. That’s why I also think that people’s decisions are a lot more conscious when selecting bathroom furniture.

Do you believe that people’s wishes in terms of bathroom furniture are changing?

It seems that bathrooms are constantly getting bigger. On the other side there is also a need for tiny, highly efficient bathrooms. In any case we expect the level of comfort enjoyed in the rest of the home to be part of bathroom, too: more warm colors, natural materials, coziness alongside inventive solutions for keeping it clean and using less water.

Duravit AG
Founded in 1817 in Hornberg in the Black Forest, Duravit AG is today a leading international manufacturer of designer bathrooms. The company is active in more than 130 countries worldwide and stands for innovation in the fields of signature design, comfort-enhancing technology and premium quality. In cooperation with an international network of high-profile designers

such as Philippe Starck, sieger design, Christian Werner, Cecilie Manz and young talents such as Bertrand Lejoly and Kurt Merki Jr., the company develops unique bathrooms that enhance quality of life for users on a sustained basis. Duravit’s product portfolio comprises sanitary ceramics, bathroom furniture, bathtubs and shower trays, wellness systems, shower-toilets, tap fittings and accessories as well as installation systems.

         

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Smart technology with perfect styling Duravit’s focus is on comfort and added value for the user

Smart technology with perfect styling

Duravit’s focus is on comfort and added value for the user

As the world becomes ever more digital, innovative products that enhance the user’s comfort are also finding their way into the bathroom. This is the end product of a customer-focused research and development process that combines technology, functionality, and design in a meaningful way.

Individual mirror control
Gone are the days of users being dazzled by harsh light in front of the mirror. The mirrors from the Happy D.2 Plus and XViu series by sieger design offer practical control via icons on the mirror surface. Contactless operation of the illuminated symbols by “hovering” a finger over the desired icon (infra-red sensor): thanks to the universal symbols, operation is intuitive.

Aesthetically, the icons harmonize perfectly with the overall design of the mirror.
The LED lighting can be individually configured via the touchscreen. With a luminosity of up to 1000 lux, XViu allows continual adjustment of the light color from warm light at 2700 K to cold light at 6500 K. The integrated mirror heating, which keeps the mirror clear of fog at all times, is also controlled using the relevant icon.

The optional dual mirror sets from the Happy D.2 Plus series, also by sieger design, are a perfect blend of aesthetics and technology. Innovative wireless technology allows for synchronized adjustment of the settings for both mirrors. All technologies are subtly integrated within the mirror.

Mirrors from the White Tulip series are available in versions controlled by sensors or an app. The light temperature featuring a memory effect can be synchronized with other lamps connected in the living area and controlled via “Casambi”, an app that has established itself as a reference in smart homes control systems. This feature can be used to dim the mirrors and switch the mirror heating on and off.

Iconic design and hi-tech

The D.1 faucet range saw Duravit team up with Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez to create an iconic design. With the D.1e electronic version, extra state-of-the-art technology has been integrated into the accentuated design for even greater operating comfort. This variant offers the highest comfort and safety thanks to a range of functions. The flat operating button with the integrated LED colored ring is easy and intuitive to operate. A light tap starts or stops the flow of water, and a turn to the left or right alters the water temperature from cold to warm. With the continuous color display from blue to red, the LED ring also provides visual feedback.

Up to three temperature values can be individually stored and directly activated via the “Quick Access” feature. An electronic thermostat integrated into the control unit reacts sensitively to any change to the cold and warm water flow, so that the required temperature is automatically adjusted and kept constant. Additionally, the scald protection is preset at 38 degrees Celsius.

D.1e features a range of presets that can be configured easily and individually, for instance temperature limitation, maximum water flow time, hygiene interval, thermal disinfection, color selection for the ambient lighting on the LED illuminated ring.

Intuitive operation for perfect hygiene
SensoWash® is a by-word for contemporary, gentle, and flawless hygiene. The SensoWash® Starck f shower-toilet is iconic and minimalistic in equal measure. The design of the new shower-toilet generation bears the hallmark of star designer Philippe Starck. His mission: to make the most natural form of cleansing – with water – accessible to a broad public, to subtly integrate technology into the design, and to guarantee the highest level of comfort.

Users’ individual requirements were taken into account during product development – for example, the option to adjust the intensity and position of the spray arm. This function and others are managed using an innovative remote control. While the “Lite” version impresses with its elegantly restrained look, the premium version, SensoWash® Starck f Plus, stands out thanks to its sophisticated, streamlined design. In addition to operation via remote control, on this model, functions such as the water and seat temperature can also be configured using the app. Five different user profiles can be set up. The customer-oriented app enables quick and easy operation and reflects the stylish design of the shower-toilet.

The flush function and odor extraction system may also be controlled via remote control or app if the wall-mounted element, itself perfectly harmonized for SensoWash® Starck f by Duravit, is combined with the A2 electronic actuator plate. An ideal example of how Duravit deploys digital technologies to enhance and maximize comfort.

Duravit AG
Founded in 1817 in Hornberg in the Black Forest, Duravit AG is today a leading international manufacturer of designer bathrooms. The company is active in more than 130 countries worldwide and stands for innovation in the fields of signature design, comfort-enhancing technology and premium quality. In cooperation with an international network of high-profile designers such as Philippe Starck, sieger design, Christian Werner, Cecilie Manz and young talents such as Bertrand Lejoly and Kurt Merki Jr., the company develops unique bathrooms that enhance quality of life for users on a sustained basis. Duravit’s product portfolio comprises sanitary ceramics, bathroom furniture, bathtubs and shower trays, wellness systems, shower-toilets, tap fittings and accessories as well as installation systems.

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DURAVIT – D-Neo Monochrome

DURAVIT – D-Neo Monochrome

This is now

D-Neo is as versatile as it is single-minded. With its clear-cut styling, each individual piece of the range will always appear to be perfectly positioned. The new Oak Terra finish color imbues the furniture with a subtle yet expressive effect. No matter what design trend is pursued for the bathroom as a whole, the holistic nature of the Monochrome world will always stand out.

Available in numerous design options, D-Neo offers furniture that perfectly complements any bathroom. Circular mirrors from the Light + Mirror range provide indirect light that guarantees pleasant, optimum illumination of the washing area. The series is rounded off by the matching range of faucets, characterized by the unmistakable narrow, vertically positioned handle.

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The interplay between the new Oak Terra furniture finish (35) and the generously sized oval above-counter basin (600 x 400 mm) lends the washing area an air of contemporary solidity. The combination of a wall-mounted D­Neo toilet and the A.1 actuator plate by Duravit underlines the coherent character of the range.

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Complementing the round above-counter basin, the D-Neo faucets impress with their clear-cut and geometric character for an understated yet expressive effect.

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The D-Neo washing area is rounded off with the large, circular mirror which provides indirect lighting to ensure pleasant illumination of the washing area. Additionally: oval D-Neo above-counter basin (600×400 mm) and D-Neo faucet.

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The clear-cut design of the wall-mounted D-Neo toilets is consistent with the harmonious overall design of D-Neo. Fitted with Duravit Rimless® technology and optionally available with the antibacterial HygieneGlaze ceramic glaze for the last word in hygiene and comfort.

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The consistency of the D-Neo series can also be seen in the amount of storage it offers. Here the semi-tall cabinet in Oak Terra (35) affords ample space.

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The oval above-counter basin from the D-Neo series including matching D-Neo faucet.

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The D-Neo vanity unit with the handle in diamond black and two drawers offers adequate storage, even in small rooms.

Duravit AG
Founded in 1817 in Hornberg in the Black Forest, Duravit AG is today a leading international manufacturer of designer bathrooms. The company is active in more than 130 countries worldwide and stands for innovation in the fields of signature design, comfort-enhancing technology and premium quality. In cooperation with an international network of high-profile designers such as Philippe Starck, sieger design, Christian Werner, Cecilie Manz and young talents such as Bertrand Lejoly and Kurt Merki Jr., the company develops unique bathrooms that enhance quality of life for users on a sustained basis. Duravit’s product portfolio comprises sanitary ceramics, bathroom furniture, bathtubs and shower trays, wellness systems, shower-toilets, tap fittings and accessories as well as installation systems.

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ARQUITECTURE: prefabricated house convinces by its sustainability through energy efficiency. The “Wooden House” is representative as a model for an ecological construction.

A prefabricated house convinces by its sustainability through energy efficiency. The “Wooden House” is representative as a model for an ecological construction.

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Built in a sustainable way and very close to nature: architect Pablo Serrano from DOM Arquitectura intends to carry out a pioneering work with his house-apartment in a construction.

The prefabricated houses enjoy a good reception thanks to its sustainability, efficiency and above all for its low price. For this reason, the architect Pablo Serrano (DOM Arquitectura) opted in his “Casa de Madera” project for the construction in the form of prefabricated houses.

This project represents for Serrano a pioneering work, since the prefabricated construction is not very widespread in Spain. It was created modern apartments – Loft on the slopes of Sant Cugat (Barcelona) that represent a model of energy efficiency and ecological construction in prefabrication.

the main material is the warm wood especially for its excellent thermal property. Serrano uses fir wood for the facade and red pine for the interior; all the wood used comes from the Catalan Pyrenees

The construction materials come from the immediate environment to cut transport distances. In addition, all materials can be recycled. A minimum of construction rune was created to decrease the expenditure of resources and keep the ecological impact to a minimum. Also the alignment of the house and the final positioning have been carefully studied.

The ultimate goal was to get the most out of the environmental conditions, to interfere minimally in the natural environment and to keep the energy consumption as low as possible by optimizing the thermal characteristics to the maximum. During the winter the sun warms the house through the long south facade with its large windows.

In the hot summers the adjoining trees provide the necessary shade. With the windows, a natural transverse ventilation is provided at the same time. The fireplace, which separates the living room with the office, serves as an additional source of heat. In short: in summer the rooms are pleasantly cool and airy and pleasantly warm in the winter. An installation of thermal solar panels also provides hot water.

The furniture has been selected above all for its sustainability. The design is durable and timeless like the Scola washbasin from Duravit, a design from the 60s. The simple bathroom where the wood dominates brings a feeling of warmth in the modern prefabricated house.

Duravit AG
Founded in 1817 in Hornberg, in the center of the Black Forest, Duravit AG is currently one of the leading manufacturers of designer bathrooms in the international arena. The company, present in more than 130 countries, is synonymous with innovation in design, smartly applied technique and high quality. In cooperation with internationally renowned designers such as Philippe Starck or EOOS, bathrooms are created that provide comfort and increase the quality of life of its users in a substantial way. Duravit’s product range includes sanitary ceramics, bathroom furniture, shower trays and bathtubs, hydromassage systems, wash seats as well as fittings and accessories.

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