Velvety cast-mineral material, distinctive natural patterns, and a host of fascinating materials raise the bar in the bathroom – Duravit looks at different ways these textures can be combined to create intriguing and exciting bathroom designs..
Intriguing textures, the very best materials and fascinating surfaces are used to create a unique atmosphere that highlights individual design styles. A harmonious mix of materials can be achieved by comparing the different effects created by the various elements used and the way they interact.
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Glass conveys a feeling of spaciousness and freedom and helps to creates an elegant and airy atmosphere in any room. The Vitrium bathroom, designed by Christian Werner, skillfully places this effect centre stage: the smoke-coloured glass fronts lend the furniture a light, almost floating appearance. Conversely, the black textured glass fronts combined with the wooden carcass on Sebastian Herkner’s Zencha range imbue the bathroom with a sophisticated elegance. This makes glass a true all-rounder which is especially effective when combined with other materials.
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Choosing natural stone allows you to bring an element of nature into the bathroom. With its individual colour nuances, textures, and patterns, natural stone conveys a unique set of qualities. A distinctive stone panel in three different tones brings a natural, timeless constancy to the Qatego designer bathroom range by Studio F. A. Porsche.
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Metal’s currency in the furniture sector is in part due to its versatility and, with a range of different variants, the material can provide an extra-special look in any bathroom. For instance, a minimalistic piece of metal furniture can create a futuristic and pared-down impression, or a gentle and softer effect can be produced when combined with wood. The Viu/XViu model is a perfect example of how a sleek metal frame can blend with a delicately worked ceramic basin to create a sculptural washbasin. In turn, the Aurena bathroom range blends Italian elegance with a touch of modern industrial style by combining the metal frame either with ceramic panels for a marbled look or embossed ebony to create a highly elegant ambience.
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Surfaces with a wooden aesthetic imbue interior design with naturalness and warmth: more than virtually any other raw material, décor surfaces with a wooden texture instantly make rooms more homely and comfortable and create a calming and relaxed atmosphere. Its natural colour palette makes it a perfect match for other surfaces, always fitting in while remaining unobtrusive. Above all, the combination of a wooden vanity unit and ceramic or cast-mineral washbasin creates a sense of timeless elegance.
Robust, durable, and easy to clean ceramic is not only practical, but looks great. The innovative material DuraCeram enables washbasins with extremely thin walls and precise dimensions to be manufactured without affecting quality and durability. A case in point are the washbasins of the Luv range, featuring clear edges and contours. They can be interpreted in various ways: sometimes elegant, sometimes minimalistic, but always unique and a design statement.
There are many positive reasons why washbasins and bathtubs made from cast mineral are becoming increasingly more popular. The unique feature of DuroCast, the cast-mineral material developed by Duravit, is the velvety matt surface that looks elegant, and allows extremely precise shapes to be crafted. DuroCast feels extraordinary to the touch and brings a warm yet elegant atmosphere into the bathroom, it can be perfectly combined with other materials such as wood and glass.
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