During Milan Design Week, bathroom brand GROHE is showcasing its revitalised premium sub-brand GROHE SPA, which invites users to indulge in holistic water rituals…
Attracting an international audience of interior designers and architects, Milan Design Week is one of the largest and, arguably, the most important annual events for creative minds. The design elite, and young up-and-coming talents, as well as global brands, showcase their work through a series of exhibitions, presentations and events spread around the city.
In this vibrant setting, GROHE, a leading global brand for complete bathroom solutions and kitchen fittings, is presenting its revitalised GROHE SPA sub-brand at the prestigious art museum Pinacoteca di Brera. The broad portfolio ranges from elaborate tap collections, customisable ceiling showers and intricate ceramics to complementary accessories. In addition to showcasing these exclusive products that create uniquely luxurious wellbeing areas, the brand expresses the GROHE SPA ‘Health Through Water’ concept through a water-inspired installation reflecting the stunning architecture of the art museum.
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Entering the courtyard of the Pinacoteca, visitors can immerse themselves in a holistic experience with water at its core. Designed by the in-house design and brand identity team LIXIL Global Design, the immersive installation reflects the art museum, including the statue of Napoleon at the centre by one of the most important sculptors of his day, Antonio Canova. The stillness of the water expands the space and creates a kind of illusion, while representing cleanliness and wellbeing. Four cubes are placed in each of the courtyard’s corners to provide interior spaces where GROHE SPA’s four tiers are showcased. A mirror surface is used on all these cubes to contribute to the infinite look of the installation.
“Our immersive installation celebrates the GROHE SPA concept of ‘Health through Water’, while paying tribute to the artistic legacy of Pinacoteca,” said Patrick Speck, Leader, LIXIL Global Design, EMENA. “We believe that water is the source of vital energy. By appealing to different senses with our installation, we want to create a special experience for our guests – just like our GROHE SPA products do. Transforming the bathroom into a home spa is not about using individual products, but about creating holistic experiences that embrace the positive effects of water on the body and mind.”
Health and wellbeing presented in four tiers
Each of the four physical cubes nestled into the space is dedicated to one of four tiers that bring GROHE SPA to life. First, the GROHE SPA Icon 3D collection: The 3D metal-printed products redefine what is possible, while taking sustainable product design with ultimate customisation options to a new level. In addition to seeing the exclusive products, visitors can hear the sound of the 3D printing, see the process on an LED screen and feel a change in temperature, it gets warmer as soon as the printing simulation starts.
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The second tier is comprised of the bespoke Atrio and Allure Brilliant Private Collections which allow customers to choose from a carefully curated range of colours, materials, finishes and handle designs. In order to enable end-consumers to enjoy an authentic marble style with a high-quality finish, GROHE is partnering with Caesarstone, the global pioneer of premium countertop surfaces, to craft tap handles from the brand’s durable surfaces in timeless designs. The installation demonstrates this partnership perfectly . As the key element, the black and white marble divides the space into two halves, demonstrating the many combinations that the collections make possible.
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The GROHE Colours Collection is in the focus of the third tier. With trend-leading colours for products such as GROHE Allure and Aqua Ceiling Modules, the collection makes it easy to create personalised bathrooms. Cool Sunrise is the main colour used in this cube, and the displayed collections bathe the room in a golden light, while visitors can hear the sound of water and feel its humidity thanks to the elevated temperature. Completing the exhibition, the fourth tier revolves around modular shower solutions. GROHE has created a multi-sensory experience with mist, light and sound modules, as well as an LED screen showing images inspired by nature.
