Unveiling two projects contrasting in style, Duravit showcases the potential for personalisation in the bathroom and adaptable nature of its designer collections.
Sculptural: The freestanding bathtub from the White Tulip range by Philippe Starck is perfectly showcased and lends the bathroom an especially elegant and luxurious aesthetic | Photo by Glen Allsop
We often underestimate the power of a bathroom. A sanctuary tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the kitchen or living room, and normally the last room to be ticked off the renovation checklist…
Yet, when the time comes to give this personal space in our homes a revamp, its full potential can be unlocked; creating a room as functional as it is serene to step into as you prepare for the day ahead, before winding down in the evening. To find a moment of calm in the busy day to day. So much more than just a place to bathe, the bathroom is a reflection of our needs and style.
Proving this bathroom philosophy, Duravit unveils two bathroom projects that are a testament to the versatility and adaptability of their designer collections. Here, we unravel the stories behind them to see just how a designer suite from Duravit effortlessly slots into any scheme.
Award-winning designer Robert McKinley (of Studio Robert McKinley) has worked on projects that utilise Duravit’s designs for over eight years. One of the many memorable projects from their selection of works are the bathrooms of the McKinley Bungalows; a gathering of design-led holiday homes nestled beside the Long Island coast in New York.
Eclectic yet tidy, “each bungalow has its own charisma,” says the designer. For Captain Balfour (the latest edition to the family of holiday homes), the aim of the design was to “blur the boundaries between tradition and modernity, by mixing the old and new, and playing with textures and surfaces that we felt connected in harmonious ways.” Applying this approach to the bathroom, Studio Robert MicKinley opted for long time Duravit staples including the white tulip range by Philippe Starck, and Happy D.2 from Sieger Design.
Contrasting to the rustic allure of Studio Robert McKinley’s design is the neutralised palette of the bathroom designed by Dutch influencer, Melike Doganbas. Certainly abiding by the “less is more” motto, she focuses on strict order, white tones, and natural light.
The bathroom showcases Duravit’s Nordic console washbasin by Cecilie Manz, a masterpiece of satin matt lacquer and quartz that echoes the room’s smooth edges. Flaunting how Duravit’s pieces from differing designers can be mixed and matched with ease, the design is united with the freestanding bathtub from the Zencha series. Taking centre stage, it’s hard to ignore as it beckons you in to soak away the stresses of the day.
Journeying through a Duravit bathroom, it becomes clear that a bathroom is more than just a functional space, but a personal retreat where thoughtful design improves simple everyday rituals.
Discover the full series of Duravit’s designer collections for bathroom personalisation here.
Click here to explore the Aurena series, Duravit’s golden ratio bathroom designed by Antonio Citterio.
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