Overview: The document provides a comprehensive overview of Duravit's offerings, including their showrooms, product lines, and design philosophy. It highlights the company's commitment to innovation, sustainability, and quality craftsmanship.
Showrooms and Contact Information: Duravit has showrooms in several international locations including Germany, France, USA, Egypt, Tunisia, and China. Contact details for the UK and Australia offices are provided for further inquiries.
Product Offerings: Duravit offers complete bathroom solutions including sanitary ceramics, bathroom furniture, bathtubs, shower trays, and wellness products. Specific product lines such as Ketho and PuraVida are highlighted for their design and functionality.
Design and Innovation: Duravit is recognized for its innovative design, having received numerous international design awards. The company collaborates with renowned designers to create products that balance aesthetics with practicality.
Sustainability Commitment: Duravit emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable materials and production methods. The company is certified under ISO 14001 for its environmental management practices.
Historical Background: Founded in 1817 in Hornberg, Germany, Duravit has evolved from an earthenware factory to a leading international brand in sanitary ceramics and bathroom solutions.
Key Product Lines: - Ketho: Designed by Christian Werner, this range is noted for its ergonomic handles and versatile design, making it ideal for first-time buyers.
- PuraVida: Created by Phoenix Design, this range features a minimalist yet feminine design with high-gloss finishes and practical features.
Conclusion: Duravit continues to lead in the bathroom industry through its dedication to quality, design, and sustainability, offering products that cater to diverse tastes and needs.
PuraVida Collection: The PuraVida collection features a range of bath designs, including a free-standing bath with simple lines, and options with rectangular acrylic panelling and LED lighting for a modern luxury feel. The collection includes one free-standing, one console, and three built-in bath versions, as well as a shower tray available in two sizes. The WC and bidet designs maintain the collection's signature rounded corners and lightness, available in both wall-mounted and floor-standing versions. All WC seats include a SoftClose mechanism.
2nd Floor Collection: The 2nd Floor collection by Sieger Design and Duravit emphasizes an open, cozy bathroom space with flat forms and warm wood finishes. It offers a variety of dimensions and options to suit different architectural situations, including smaller rooms. Features include mirrors with light strips, console basins, and vanity units with soft-close drawers. The collection is designed to create an elegant and inviting bathroom environment.
Fogo Collection: The Fogo range combines aesthetics and comfort with real wood finishes, offering options like American Cherry Tree, American Walnut, Macassar, and Bleached Oak. The collection includes consoles, vanity units, tall cabinets, and mirror cabinets, all featuring sleek lines and meticulous craftsmanship. The Fogo mirror cabinet includes a surface-mounted light and sensor switch, with a translucent
shelf for indirect lighting.
Vero Collection: The Vero range is characterized by its minimalist rectangular design, offering versatility in form and function. It includes washbasins, handrinse basins, WCs, and bidets, all maintaining the same design lines. The collection is designed to fit various spaces, with options for wall-mounted and floor-standing installations.
Mirrorwall: Designed by Herbert Schultes, the Mirrorwall combines essential bathroom elements like washbasins, mirrors, and lighting into a lightweight wall system. It features a continuous mirror surface, removable wooden compartments, and an intelligent touch LED light system for optimal illumination.
Happy D. Collection: The Happy D. range, designed by Sieger Design, is known for its D-shaped
washbasin and versatile product offerings, including washbasins, console basins, WCs, bidets, and bathtubs. The collection is praised for its simple, elegant, and timeless design, allowing for easy planning and adaptation to different room layouts and furnishing styles.
Overview: The document provides a detailed overview of various bathroom design collections by Duravit, focusing on the Happy D., Starck 1, Starck 2, and Starck 3 ranges, as well as the Cucina kitchen sinks. Each collection is characterized by its unique design philosophy and product offerings.
Happy D. Collection: This collection emphasizes a streamlined and sleek design, featuring bidets, WCs, and washbasins with chrome towel rails. The freestanding
bathtub with acrylic panelling is highlighted as a centerpiece, available in various configurations and finishes.
Starck 1 Collection: Designed by Philippe Starck, this range revisits the origins of hygiene and wellness with products like toilets, bathtubs, and washbasins that echo historical designs. The collection is noted for its handcrafted quality and classic design elements.
Starck 2 Collection: This range offers high-quality design at a mid-range price, with ceramics inspired by the flowing movement of water. It includes a variety of washbasins and bathtubs, emphasizing practicality and elegance.
Starck 3 Collection: Known for its extensive variety and affordability, Starck 3 includes over 50 models and 64 variants. It features timelessly modern designs with space-saving solutions, such as compact washbasins and versatile WCs.
Cucina Kitchen Sinks: Duravit's Cucina range combines form, function, and durability in ceramic kitchen sinks, utilizing the robust DuraCeram® material. The collection is designed for high functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Design Awards: The document mentions several design awards received by the collections, highlighting their recognition in the design community.
Onto Collection: The Onto collection features floor-standing, pillar-shaped vanity units with round washbasins, ideal for public and semi-public areas. Available in four wood shades, these units offer practical storage and can be combined with console basins from other ceramic ranges. Optional towel openings are available.
Architec Range: Inspired by basic architectural elements, the Architec range offers a modern and versatile product line suitable for various applications. The diagonal cut of the washbasin provides generous storage and space efficiency. The range includes built-in washbasins, console basins, and wheelchair-friendly options. The intelligent urinal design features easy cleaning and maintenance.
Scola and Bagnella: The Scola washbasin, a long-standing Duravit product, offers ample washing space and storage. The Bagnella basin, designed by Sieger Design, is a classic circular form with a broad rim, suitable for various console and countertop combinations.
Bacino Collection: The Bacino console washbasin offers modern and distinctive solutions for private bathrooms and hotels. It can be paired with the Fogo furniture range and other materials like stone and glass mosaic.
X-Large Series: X-Large provides extensive storage solutions with a lightweight appearance. Available in various finishes, the series includes vanity units, tall cabinets, and innovative attachment technologies for seamless integration. The range is versatile, catering to both large and small bathrooms.
Darling New: Darling New is a modern evolution of a Duravit classic, offering a wide range of sanitary ceramics, furniture, and bathtubs. The collection features harmonious circular forms and a variety of sizes and configurations, including wall-hanging and floor-standing options.
Guest Bathroom Solutions: Duravit offers flexible products for compact guest bathrooms, aiming to transform them from functional spaces to stylish and innovative areas.
Overview: The document provides an extensive overview of Duravit's bathroom solutions, focusing on design-conscious products that maximize space and functionality in guest bathrooms and powder rooms. It highlights various product ranges and their features, emphasizing flexibility, storage solutions, and aesthetic appeal.
Specifications and Product Ranges: Duravit offers a wide range of products tailored to different room layouts and personal preferences. Key product lines include the Starck 1, 2, and 3 ranges, which offer compact and stylish solutions for small spaces. The 1930 Series is noted for its classic octagonal design, while the Esplanade range, designed by Sergei Tchoban, features luxurious and spacious elements with a nod to historical opulence.
Design and Functionality: The document emphasizes the importance of design in creating inviting and functional spaces. Duravit's products, such as the compact wall-mounted WC and bidet, are designed to solve space constraints while maintaining aesthetic appeal. The use of light colors and large surfaces is recommended to make small bathrooms appear larger.
Materials and Finishes: Duravit offers a variety of finishes, including real wood veneers, décors, and paint finishes, allowing for customization to suit individual tastes. The Esplanade range, for example, is available in silk or oak wood finishes, enhancing the bathroom's integration into the living area.
Innovative Features: Duravit products incorporate advanced features such as the WonderGliss coating for easy cleaning and water-saving technologies in the Caro range. The document also highlights the importance of climate-resistant finishes for bathroom furniture.
Recommendations and Best Practices: The document suggests incorporating small accessories like soap dispensers and towel rails to enhance hospitality. It also advises on the use of light colors and large tiles to create the illusion of space in small bathrooms.
Conclusion: Duravit's offerings are designed to transform even the smallest spaces into comfortable and stylish bathrooms. With a focus on innovative design, functionality, and customization, Duravit provides solutions that cater to a wide range of needs and preferences.
Overview: The document provides a detailed overview of various bathtub models offered by Duravit, highlighting their design, features, and functionalities. It categorizes the bathtubs into free-standing, back-to-wall, built-in, corner baths, and additional features like bathtub covers and whirlpool systems.
Free-standing Bathtubs: These bathtubs are designed to be the centerpiece of a bathroom, offering luxury and space. Models like the Onto and Esplanade provide compact dimensions and opulent sizes, respectively. The Starck bathtub offers design variations with or without a water channel, enhancing the bathing experience with options like teak inserts and colored lighting.
Back-to-wall Bathtubs: These are designed to be paired with a wall, available in various forms and finishes. The Esplanade range offers luxurious options with acrylic panelling, while the PuraVida model features LED lighting. The Vero and 2nd floor models provide practical features like invisible outlets and ergonomic designs.
Built-in Bathtubs: Built-in models like the Starck range focus on minimalist design and comfort, with options for integrated whirl systems. The PuraVida model offers a high rim for a surface-mounted version, and the Daro model provides a two-seater option.
Corner Baths: Designed to maximize space, corner baths like the Happy D. and Paiova offer ergonomic designs and optional whirl systems. The Paiova model is available in one- or two-person configurations, emphasizing comfort and space efficiency.
Bathtub Covers: Duravit offers covers that transform bathtubs into multifunctional spaces, providing storage or seating options. These covers are available in different colors and configurations.
Coloured Light and Whirl Technology: Duravit bathtubs can be equipped with colored lighting and whirlpool systems to enhance relaxation. The systems include air and jet nozzles for massages, with remote control options for ease of use. The document highlights the therapeutic benefits of these features, such as improved circulation and muscle relaxation.
Conclusion: Duravit offers a wide range of bathtubs catering to different design preferences and functional needs, with an emphasis on luxury, comfort, and innovative features.
Overview: The document provides detailed information on various bathtub models and designs offered by Duravit, highlighting their features, dimensions, and unique selling points. It includes sections on specific models such as Starck, Paiova, Happy D., Vero, Sundeck, Nahho, Blue Moon, and Esplanade, among others. Each section provides dimensions, design features, and additional options available for each model.
Specifications: The document lists various bathtub dimensions and configurations, including built-in and free-standing versions. It specifies the availability of additional features such as whirlpool systems, LED colored lights, and sound modules. The document also mentions the materials used for panelling, such as real wood or wood veneer finishes.
Design and Features: The document emphasizes the design aspects of each bathtub model, often highlighting collaborations with designers like EOOS and Jochen Schmiddem. Features such as the Nahho flotation tub's weightlessness experience and the Sundeck's multifunctional design as a bathtub, lounger, and wellness source are detailed. The Blue Moon model is noted for its deep immersion and floating sensation.
Additional Options: Many models offer optional features like the Durapearl system, colored light technology, and various whirlpool cycles (Power, Relax, Emotion). The document also describes practical accessories such as neck rests, upholstered covers, and tarpaulins for outdoor use.
Recommendations: The document suggests the suitability of certain models for specific environments, such as indoor or outdoor settings, and highlights the benefits of features like the Sundeck's ability to maintain water temperature and transform into a lounger.
Conclusion: Duravit's range of bathtubs combines innovative design with practical features, catering to diverse customer needs and preferences. The document underscores the brand's commitment to quality and comfort, offering a variety of options to enhance the bathing experience.
Overview: The document discusses Duravit's innovative bathroom solutions focusing on comfort, design, and functionality. It highlights various products and features aimed at enhancing user experience in the bathroom.
Key Features and Innovations:- Durability and Design: Duravit emphasizes long-lasting beauty and functionality in their ceramic work, designed to last nearly two hundred years.
- Comfort Enhancements: Products include ergonomic bathtubs, wheelchair-accessible washstands, and toilets with higher seating positions. Additional features like padded mobile seating and integrated lighting in mirrors enhance comfort.
- Safety Features: Shower trays with anti-slip coatings and barrier-free designs ensure safety, especially for the elderly, by eliminating steps and providing secure footing.
- SensoWash® Starck C: A modern shower-toilet seat offering features like rearwash, comfortwash, ladywash, hot-air dryer, and seat heating, all controlled via a remote.
- Shower Trays: The Starck and PuraVida ranges offer minimalist design options with various sizes and anti-slip coatings, suitable for different bathroom architectures.
- OpenSpace Shower Enclosure: Designed by EOOS, this innovative enclosure saves space by folding against the wall, enhancing the bathroom's spaciousness.
- St.Trop Steam Shower: Designed by Philippe Starck, this steam shower offers a minimalist design with features for relaxation and wellness.
- Inipi Sauna: Inspired by traditional sweat lodges, this compact sauna module integrates seamlessly into bathroom and living spaces, offering a modern sauna experience.
Design and Aesthetics: Duravit products focus on combining functionality with elegant design, using materials like natural wood and incorporating modern technology for enhanced user experience.
Conclusion: Duravit's range of bathroom products and innovations cater to diverse needs, emphasizing comfort, safety, and modern design aesthetics, making them suitable for both residential and commercial applications.
Overview of Bathroom Lighting and Features:
Lighting Design: Modern bathroom lighting is versatile, offering both practical and emotional illumination. Key features include touch-operated LED lights, nightlight functions, and integrated colored light programs. Duravit provides comprehensive lighting solutions for various bathroom needs, enhancing both functionality and ambiance.
Lighting Systems: Various product lines such as 2nd floor, Fogo, Starck, Inipi, Sundeck, and Blue Moon offer specialized lighting systems. These systems include illuminated mirror cabinets, LED strips for indirect lighting, and customizable colored light programs.
Functional Lighting: Practical lighting solutions ensure optimal visibility for tasks like shaving and makeup application. The Mirrorwall ensemble offers a 500 lux clip-on lamp and rotatable LED columns for precise illumination.
Bathroom Features: Duravit's bathroom products include innovative features such as the Durafix attachment system for easy installation, Comfort wall-mounted WCs with raised seating, and WonderGliss-treated ceramics for easy maintenance.
Furniture and Storage: Duravit furniture features extendable drawers with adjustable compartments, automatic closure systems for quiet operation, and non-glare lighting for optimal comfort.
Bathtubs and Wellness: Duravit bathtubs offer deep immersion, colored underwater lighting, and innovative features like push-open technology for drains. The Sundeck bathtub includes a multifunctional cover for warmth and relaxation.
Recommendations for Optimal Lighting: Effective bathroom lighting should support visual tasks and create a positive atmosphere. Nightlights should provide orientation without fully waking the user, and non-glare lighting is essential for comfort.