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PRODUCTS | En suites and cloakrooms


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the kids in the case of the en suite, or a practical and beautiful cloakroom WC.


In either case, chances are square-footage will be limited, so compact, short-projection sanitaryware and clever storage solutions will be needed to make the most of the space. The challenge for designers is to strike the perfect balance between functionality – with plenty of storage – and style – creating a room that is calm and uncluttered. Compact, wall-hung sanitaryware and furniture is a great way of creating the illusion of space while ensuring storage is plentiful. Products like Roca’s In-Tank WC are a good example because, as well as being wall-hung, there is no need for a separate cistern and frame as everything is integrated within the bowl itself. “It combines beauty with innovation, elegance and ease of installation, while saving space,” marketing manager Claire Gay comments. In addition, quick-to-fi t, behind-the-wall frame systems for wall- mounted furniture offer a great way of freeing up space in the bathroom or cloakroom, while maintaining clean lines. Geberit consumer marketing manager Holly Aspinall believes that this type of furniture will continue to rise in popularity, pointing the way for the future of bathroom design. “There are several key benefi ts that make wall-hung furniture so appealing. Not only does it transform the space by hiding unsightly pipework behind the wall, it also opens up the room and creates the illusion of a signifi cantly larger space, when this is at a premium.” And, as Duravit UK managing director Martin Carroll points out, “vanity units from Duravit, such as the brand new Happy D2 Plus, are available with the option of wooden drawer dividers, which are extremely practical and help to keep everyday essentials organised”.


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We take a look at the latest compact solutions and innovations available for en suites and cloakrooms – and there’s more choice than you’d think. Francesca Seden reports…


1. Laufen Val SaphirKeramik cuttable basin


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nce added extras and often overlooked in terms of design, cloakroom WCs and en-suite bathrooms are now seen as essential or highly desirable to many homeowners and those looking to purchase property. And it is also now stipulated by law that new homes must include a downstairs toilet that is accessible for wheelchair users. These once-humble spaces are now in the spotlight and need to be much more carefully planned in order to create either a sophisticated sanctuary separate from the family bathroom and


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Some other nice examples of wall-hung furniture include The Geberit iCon collection of modular furniture solutions and basins, which are specially designed to provide maximum design fl exibility for more compact spaces, as well as Vitra’s Ecora and Sento vanity and storage units. The Duravit ranges and Vitra ranges are both available in a range of soft, neutral colours and are defi ned by soft, rounded edges and a minimalist aesthetic. Jack Hendy, assistant marketing manager at Symphony, adds: “Research shows that bathrooms are getting smaller, but consumers still want the same amount of storage from them. Aquadi by Symphony offers a range of cabinets and accessories for every size of bathroom and our reduced-depth cabinets range in sizes from 150mm to 800mm, which means they will fi t comfortably into any space. Reduced-depth units are also available for those smaller bathrooms and cloakrooms and Aquadi by Symphony has a wide range available, including a semi-recessed basin and a reduced-depth cloakroom unit.” Another innovative storage solution that helps to maintain a minimalist look and save space is recessed storage. “Often referred to as ‘invisible’ storage,” comments HiB sales director Ann Chilver, “recessed units take up almost no usable space in a room, hiding away everyday clutter behind a stylish fl ush façade. Our Essence cabinet is a perfect example of this design. This statement piece features push-to-open doors that are mirrored on both sides, as well as a refl ective internal back panel – offering homeowners style and storage in one.” Also offering ‘invisible’ storage is Vasco with its Niva Bath


radiator, which features shelves for towels behind it and a rail for hanging clothes.


Innovative slimline sanitaryware solutions include Laufen’s


new Val basins which, though compact, have the same internal dimensions as a larger model, so you don’t lose out on volume. The company uses the additional space created in the basin to integrate new functions in the form of semi-dry shelves. That gives users storage space to keep soap, shaving brushes or cosmetics close to hand, as well as suffi cient basin volume. Laufen has also launched its fi rst cuttable SaphirKeramik washbasin designed for use in challenging layouts, where it can be cut to fi t into a recess in a wall, or between a wall and a piece of furniture.


The innovative design features a circular bowl that protrudes from a cubic ceramic shelf on the left- or right-hand side. The shelf also serves as a faucet ledge, and can be cut to a custom size ex-works on its longer side. The cut surface is resealed with ceramic material, so that the cut itself can no longer be seen. As a sophisticated detail, a SaphirKeramik toilet paper dispenser,


kbbreview · December 2019


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