Preview: Clerkenwell Design Week – BAGNODESIGN showcases armour-finished collections at CDW

WORDS BY Stuart O'Brien

May 14, 2026

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Preview: Clerkenwell Design Week – BAGNODESIGN showcases armour-finished collections at CDW

Showcasing durability, colour and in-house innovation, BAGNODESIGN’s Armour coating brings new depth and versatility to contemporary bathroom design…

BAGNODESIGN will showcase its Armour-finished collections at Clerkenwell Design Week 2026, including Ginza, Toko Flavours, Fonteyn, Studio 316 and more – all developed and coated in-house at the brand’s Dubai facility.

Engineered for durability, Armour has been rigorously tested for resistance to corrosion and chemicals, making it well suited to high-use residential, hospitality and commercial environments. Each finish is backed by a 10-year indoor and 5-year outdoor guarantee, offering added confidence for designers and specifiers. BAGNODESIGN stands alone in the UK bathroom market in offering this level of in-house coating capability.

Ginza Mixer | Image credit: BAGNODESIGN

The versatility of the finish is expressed across the collections on display. Ginza is defined by clean, architectural lines, while Toko Flavours takes a more expressive, colour-led approach. Fonteyn introduces softer, sculptural form and Studio 316 has been developed with contract applications in mind. Together, they highlight the breadth of possibilities achievable through a single finishing technology.

Toko Basin Mixer | Image credit: BAGNODESIGN

Armour is available in a curated palette of finishes including Lipgloss, Sage Green, Truffle, Carbon and more— tones that have become increasingly popular across contemporary washroom design for their ability to add depth, warmth and a distinctive, design-led edge. These finishes allow designers to move beyond traditional chrome, introducing colour and personality into both residential and commercial washroom spaces.

From a specification perspective, the offering is equally flexible. Thirteen standard finishes are available from stock, complemented by over 200 base finishes and a fully bespoke colour service. Custom hues tailored to individual project briefs, as well as exclusive finishes for large-scale developments, are all produced within the same facility, ensuring consistent quality control.

Studio 316 Mixer | Image credit: BAGNODESIGN

The full Armour-finished collections will be on display at the BAGNODESIGN A&D Gallery during Clerkenwell Design Week 2026.

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Main image credit: BAGNODESIGN/SANIPEX GROUP

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Preview: Clerkenwell Design Week – BAGNODESIGN showcases armour-finished collections at CDW

Showcasing durability, colour and in-house innovation, BAGNODESIGN’s Armour coating brings new depth and versatility to contemporary bathroom design…

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