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Sense

Product catalog summary

Overview

This document provides a comprehensive technical and design reference for the Sense collection by Aqua, a bathroom furniture line that integrates advanced materials with natural wood finishes to create modern, functional, and aesthetically refined bathroom environments. It covers design philosophy, material specifications, functional features, dimensions, and best practices for implementation.

1. Concept and Design Philosophy

The Sense collection emphasizes a harmonious blend of natural textures and technologically advanced materials, focusing on geometric shapes and parallel lines to achieve a modern, sophisticated style. The design aims to create intimate, tactile, and emotionally engaging bathroom spaces that balance innovation with natural origins.

2. Materials and Finishes

Fenix: Matte, soft-touch laminates in various shades (e.g., Verde Comodoro, Grigio Efeso, Rosso Jaipur, Grigio Londra, Blu Fes, Grigio Antrim) used for wall units, tops, and open compartments, valued for durability and tactile quality.
Stoneware: Stone-effect materials like Pietra Piasentina Grigia and Bloom used for washbasins and surfaces, providing refined, sophisticated finishes.
Mineralsolid and Cristalplant: Solid surface materials used for integrated or semi-inset washbasins, offering seamless and hygienic surfaces.
Teak Wood: Various sandblasted and lacquered finishes (Sabbiato Canapa, Marmotta, Bianco, Cenere, Piombo, Naturale) combined with lacquered units in colors such as Bianco Opaco, Tortora, Biscotto, Noce Moscata, Malto, Medioevo, and Confetto to create warm, natural contrasts.
Aluminium and Stainless Steel: Handles and towel rails in Nero (black), Bianco (white), and Inox (stainless steel) finishes, including Line and Sense handle styles, integrated for ergonomic and aesthetic purposes.

3. Functional and Technical Features

Modular design with dynamic configurations allowing personalized layouts.
Integrated towel holders cut directly into countertops for enhanced usability.
Deep drawers with internal compartments and organizers to optimize storage.
Push-pull opening mechanisms for handle-free aesthetics alongside traditional handle options.
Integrated lighting in mirrors and drawers to improve functionality and ambiance.
Washbasins integrated or semi-inset into tops made from Mineralsolid, Cristalplant, Corian, or stoneware for seamless surfaces.

4. Dimensions and Configurations

Units vary in length from approximately 90 cm to over 180 cm, with depths around 50 cm and heights ranging from 18 cm to 120 cm depending on the component.
Countertops typically have hollow-core constructions with thicknesses around 8 cm.
Washbasins include cylindrical models (e.g., Cilindro ø44 cm × H88 cm) and integrated designs matching surface materials.

5. Aesthetic and Ergonomic Considerations

The collection balances volumes, materials, and colors to create elegant, rational geometries with tactile and emotional appeal. The use of matte lacquers, sandblasted teak, and stone-effect surfaces fosters warm, contemporary atmospheres. Cylindrical washbasins provide visual contrast to linear furniture forms, enhancing design interest.

6. Recommendations and Best Practices

Maintain balance between natural textures and technological finishes to preserve aesthetic integrity.
Use geometric and parallel line motifs consistently to uphold the modern style.
Incorporate integrated lighting and towel holders to enhance usability and ambiance.
Employ internal drawer organizers to optimize storage efficiency.
Choose materials like Fenix, Mineralsolid, and stoneware for durability and refined appearance.
Combine lacquered finishes with natural teak to achieve a warm yet contemporary look.
Ensure precise coordination between washbasins and countertop materials for seamless installation.
Respect ergonomic dimensions and modularity for practical bathroom solutions.

7. Product Lines and Key Configurations

Efeso Nero Line: Fenix Grigio Efeso base units with integrated Mineralsolid washbasins and Nero towel rails.
Bianco Sense: Teak Sabbiato Marmotta bases with Bianco lacquered compartments and Aquatek Bianco tops.
Tortora Inox Line: Matt Tortora lacquered units with Pietra Piasentina stoneware tops and teak back panels.
Nero Sense: Nero lacquered teak units with Bloom stoneware tops and Tecnica mirrors.
Biscotto Line Nero: Matt Biscotto lacquered bases with teak back panels and Elite semi-inset washbasins.
Rosso Jaipur Push-Pull: Teak Sabbiato Naturale and Fenix Rosso Jaipur bases with integrated washbasins.
Cenere Push-Pull: Teak Sabbiato Cenere bases with Fenix Grigio Londra open units and integrated Mineralsolid washbasins.

8. Technical Notes and Standards

The document references European material standards and Italian design principles, emphasizing quality, innovation, and aesthetic coherence. Manufacturing processes include surface treatments such as sandblasting and etching to ensure durability and finish quality. Opening mechanisms and handle designs are optimized for ergonomics and style consistency.

9. Limitations and Usage Guidelines

Modifications to technical characteristics must be performed only by authorized personnel to maintain catalog integrity.
The catalog is a closed system designed to prevent unauthorized content insertion and ensure data reliability.
Users should adhere strictly to guidelines to avoid invalidating technical data and classifications.

Conclusion

The Sense collection by Aqua offers a refined bathroom furnishing solution that skillfully combines natural materials with advanced technological finishes. Its modular design, functional features, and sophisticated aesthetics create emotionally engaging and practical bathroom environments. The document serves as a detailed technical and design guide, supporting informed selection and specification of furniture components, finishes, and configurations for contemporary bathroom interiors.

Catalog excerpts

Sense / emotional touch of the surface /

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La collezione Sense firmata Aqua riporta in primo piano il concetto di materia: un nuovo percorso estetico capace di coniugare materiali dalla forte connotazione tecnologica con essenze robuste dal carattere ruvido. Un’esperienza visiva e soprattutto tattile attraverso cui riscoprire un nuovo legame tra design, contatto ed innovazione significativa di prodotto. en. The Sense collection by Aqua revolves around the concept of materials: its aesthetic inspiration blends technically advanced materials with hard-wearing textured wood finishes. It is all about a visual but above all tactile experience...

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p.102 Finishes p.104 Technical Information

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/ materials / La collezione SENSE si esalta attraverso materiali dalla forte connotazione naturale e tecnologica, offrendo una nuova visione globale di bellezza fruibile. en. The Sense collection is emphasized by natural and high-tech materials, providing a brand new idea of readily usable global beauty. de. Die Sense-Kollektion zeichnet sich durch naturliche und hochtechnologische Materialien aus und bietet eine neue globale Vision von zuganglicher Schonheit. fr. La collection Sense est mise en valeur par des materiaux naturel et hautement technologiques offrant une nouvelle vision globale de...

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Sense 01 Viste prospettiche esaltano forme e geometrie. Parallellismi descrivono la perfetta modernita della stanza da bagno. en. This furnishing solution revolves around geometric shapes. Parallel lines enhance the perfectly modern style of this bathroom. de. Bei dieser Einrichtungslosung dreht sich alles um geometrische Formen. Parallele Linien unterstreichen den perfekt modernen Stil dieses Badezimmers. fr. Cette solution d’ameublement s’articule autour de formes geometriques. Des lignes paralleles mettent en valeur le style parfaitement moderne de cette salle de bains, es. Las vistas en perspectiva...

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Material Fenix Verde Comodoro

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Vista prospettica della nuova Maniglia “Line” in Alluminio Nero. Funzionalita ed estetica contemporanea. en. Side view of the new Line handle in Nero aluminium. Functionality and modern design go hand in hand. de. Seitenansicht des neuen Griffs Line aus Aluminium Nero. Funktionalitat und modernes Design gehen Hand in Hand. Dinamismo compositivo e materiali tecnologico-innovativi caratterizzano la nuova stanza da bagno. en. Dynamic modularity and technologically advanced materials characterize modern bathrooms, de. Modulare Dynamik und technologisch fortschrittliche Materialien pragen moderne...

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Sense 01 11 Dettaglio ravvicinato del pensile a giorno in Fenix Verde Comodoro. fr. Gros plan sur l’armoire murale ouverte en Fenix Verde Comodoro. en. Close-up of Verde Comodoro Fenix wall unit. es. Detalle del mueble alto abierto en Fenix Verde Comodoro. de. Detailansicht des Hangeschranks aus Fenix Verde Comodoro. ru. KpynHtm naaH otkpbitoh HaBecHOH nonKH H3 Fenix Verde Comodoro. Il taglio effettuato direttamente sul top per ricavare il portasciugamano, puo essere effettuato sia lateralmente che frontalmente. fr. Le plan de toilette est dote d’une fente pratique servant de porte-serviettes,...

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L'estetica si celebra attraverso la riscoperta del gres effetto pietra, perfetto interprete dello spirito di una collezione stilisticamente ricercata. en. The use of stone-effect stoneware introduces a new concept of sty le that beautifully interprets the spirit of a sophisticated furnishing collection, de. Die Verwendung von Steinzeug mit Steineffekt fuhrt einen vollig neuen Stil ein, der den Geist einer raffinierlen Mobelkollektion bestens interpretiert. fr. Ifesthelique est celebree a travers la redecouverte du gres elTet pierre, qui interprete parlallcmcnl l'esprit d'une collection stylistiquement...

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Materials Fenix Nero Ingo / Gres Pietra Piasentina Grigia

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Sense 02 15 L’accostamento di finiture contemporanee esalta ogni dettaglio della composizione. en. A beautiful combination of modern finishes enhances every single detail of this furnishing solution, de. Eine ansprechende Kombination aus modernen Oberflachen veredelt jedes einzelne Detail dieser Einrichtung slo sung. fr. La combinaison de finitions contemporaines met en valeur chaque detail de cette composition, es. La combination de acabados contemporaneos realza cada detalle de la composition, ru. CoueTaHHe pa3muHBix BH^OB COBpeMeHHOH OT^e^KH no^uepKHBaeT Kax^yro ^eTa^B K0Mn03HpHH. Geometria...

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Sense 02 17 Vista prospettica del lavabo con vasca costruita in Gres Pietra Piasentina Grigia Fiammata. en. Side view of the washbasin in grey textured Pietra Piasentina stoneware. de. Seitenansicht des Waschbeckens aus grauem strukturiertem Feinsteinzeug Pietra Piasentina. fr. Vue en perspective de la vasque realisee en gres Pietra Piasentina gris texture. es. Vista en perspectiva del lavabo con cuenco de gres Pietra Piasentina gris texturizada. ru. Bh^ b nepcneKTHBe Ha yMLIBanLHHK C paKOBHHOH H3 Gres Pietra Piasentina Grigia Fiammata ceporo pBeTa.

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Sense 03 L’ambiente piu intimo della casa identifica adesso uno stile di vita particolareggiato, sofisticato, scrupolosamente attento e sensibile al dettaglio capace di fare la differenza. en. The most intimate room in the home is now identified with a special, sophisticated lifestyle that pays meticulous attention to any detail that can make the difference. de. Das intimste Ambiente des Hauses deutet nun auf einen eleganten Lebensstil, in dem die fein ausgearbeiteten Details den Unterschied ausmachen, hin. fr. La piece la plus intime de la maison identifie a present un mode de vie special, sophistique,...

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Materials Laccato Bianco opaco / Rovere Naturale piallato

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Sense 03 Geometrie sospese. Nel piano in Rovere Naturale finitura piallata, trova spazio un cassetto da 45 cm. Parallelismo, armonia ed equilibrio definiscono l’ambiente. La base, in Laccato Bianco opaco, presenta la maniglia “Line” in Alluminio Inox. en. Suspended geometric shapes. The planed Rovere Naturale top houses a 45 cm wide drawer. en. Parallel lines and balanced, harmonious shapes characterize the room. Matt Bianco lacquered base unit with Line handle in Inox finish aluminium. de. Schwebende geometrische Formen. Die gehobelte Platte aus Rovere Naturale nimmt eine 45 cm breite Schublade...

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