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The Return of Detail: Why
Ornamentation is the New Minimalism Don’t get me wrong, I love minimalism. But something’s shifting, and it’s exciting. We’re starting to see
minimalism expressed through architecture and room design itself: block colour walls, limewash finishes, soft muted tones. The bones of the space are clean and pared back, but when it comes to furniture and brassware, the mood is changing.
In bathrooms, texture and detail have made a comeback and they’re here to stay for a while. Fluting, curves, layered finishes... they’re being used with purpose. Not as decoration, but as a way to add warmth, soul and visual interest.
We’ve explored this with the Monument furniture collection and COS brassware. With COS, we’ve also given you choice - handle options with fluted and knurled textures, as well as the classic smooth form. The detail draws you in, gives the space a point of view. It’s minimalism with personality. This isn’t about cluttering up design. It’s about choosing your moments. And in a room that’s so often purely functional, those moments really matter. Let’s see where it goes. I think we’re just getting started.
Comment by Travis Gurr, Creative Director, Saneux (EU) Ltd
Bridging the education gap
As UK consumers become more design-savvy and environmentally aware, their expectations around refrigeration are shifting, but awareness often lags behind the technology. Natural refrigerants like R290 (propane) and R600a (isobutane) are increasingly used in domestic appliances for their ultra-low global warming potential, yet most buyers remain unaware of what’s inside their fridge or why it matters. At Liebherr, all our domestic appliances use natural refrigerants, further demonstrating how sustainability and performance can go hand-in-hand. For kitchen retailers, there’s a growing opportunity and responsibility to educate customers not just on style and capacity, but also on the environmental impact and long-term performance of the products they’re choosing.
With many consumers prioritising eco- conscious purchases but uncertain about technical terms, clear guidance, whether in-store or online, and better product labelling can help bridge the knowledge gap. As sustainability
regulations evolve, retailers that lead with insight and transparency will stand out – not just for what they sell, but how they empower
Comment by Tim Hutchinson, Divisional Manager, Liebherr UK
customers to make informed, future- proof, climate- conscious choices.
Why personalised bathrooms are defining modern luxury
In today’s design landscape, bathroom customisation is no longer a luxury, it is an expectation. Customers are seeking spaces that reflect their lifestyles, personalities and wellness routines. At GRAFF we have seen a significant shift towards bespoke solutions, where finishes, fixtures and layouts are tailored to individual needs. This demand is driven by a deeper appreciation for self-care and a desire to turn the bathroom into a personal sanctuary. With advances in material innovation, we can now deliver highly functional and aesthetically refined designs that are entirely unique. The bathroom is highly personal space by the very nature of its purpose - as such it has moved from its utilitarian roots to become a curated extension of individual expression. Therefore, off-the-shelf products that cannot be customised, simply cannot create as meaningful spaces. As designers, our role is to translate that vision into a seamless, elegant reality.
Comment by Ziggy Kulig, Founder and CEO, GRAFF Designs
4 BKU JUNE 2025
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