Looking forward to Cersaie 2012

We are visiting Cersaie 2012 and looking forward to seeing the new trends and colours.  Most of our Italian suppliers show here so we will be having several busy days!

Bisazza have previewed "Variations" - you can see the tiles in different sizes and shades which combine to create patterns and blends similar to twined fabric - this one looks almost as it if could be Scottish tweed.

Variations by Bisazza at Cersaie 2012

Valeria, blend in Bisazza glass mosaic combining 20x20mm and 10x10mm tiles. 
Variations collection.
Design by Bisazza Design Studio.

Ceramiche Piemme and Valentino-Piemme are as usual exhibiting and will again be jointly showing with Visionnaire.

Marmi Reali from Valentino Piemme

What's not to love about Gessi Rettangolo?

Gessi Regangolo - the elegance of minimalism.  Rettangolo is designed by Prospero Rasulo and is an iconic modern classic.

Select from a variety of different ranges including Rettangolo, Rettangolo XL, Rettangolo J,  Rettangolo T, Rettangolo Cascata, Rettangolo Colour or Rettangolo Shower, plus Gessi Wellness and Rettangolo Accessories.

Gessi Rettangolo

Gessi Rettangolo XL Basin Mixer

 The Rettangolo J Basin mixer is shown here - note the joystick a feature of this version - hence the J, accompanied by a Standing Soak Dispenser in Black (these are available in White also as a wall-hung option) and a Standing Holder.

Rettangolo J basin mixer

 Gessi Rettangolo featuring a basin mixer, bath mixer, hand shower plus the Free-Standing Soak Dispenser and Standing Holder, both in black.

Gessi Rettangolo

 Gessi Rettangolo bath mixer and Hand Shower, Basin Mixer and Wall Hung Soak Dispenser plus Hand Shower with valves.

Gessi Rettangolo Sensor Taps - Cascata

Gessi Rettangolo Sensor Cascata

Gessi Rettangolo Sensor Taps Colour Cascata with showing the stunning addition of Colour.

We are not the only ones to think this range from Gessi is well worth considering for your bathroom.  Here are a couple of projects that have used Rettangolo.

Randolph Duke's home Openhouse features Gessi Rettangolo in the bathrooms - who wouldn't want a bathroom like this?  Sadly we can't promise the views ... but as an Official Gessi dealer we do have Rettangolo on display in the Soak in Style showroom.

Bathroom including Gessi Rettangolo in Hollywood Hill, California

Bathroom with a view!

 All photography by Art Gray

This fabulous bathroom is shown on the Gessi website in their Projects Section.  This was designed by Xten Architects - it can be seen on their Projects page under Openhouse.  One of the main features of this home is that all the elevations open onto the gardens and terraces on all 3 levels.


Gessi Rettangolo is also featured Cowarth Park and 145 Park Lane (part of the Dorchester group), Armani Milan, and Eurostars Madrid Tower.

Here are some bathroom images from 145 Park Lane and Cowarth Park.

45 Park Lane and Cowarth Park feature Gessi Rettangolo

 Some from Armani Hotel Milan - note the subtle hallmark Armani colours of taupe and black.

Armani Hotel Milan features Gessi Rettangolo

The Ritz Carlton Hong Kong features Gessi Rettangolo

Montcalm Hotel London features Gessi Rettangolo Colour and Private Wellness

Pershing 115, Foril Italy features Gessi Rettangolo XL

The Roomers Frankfurt featuring Gessi Rettangolo XL

The Roomers, Frankfurt features Gessi Rettanolo XL

The Puli Hotel and Spa Shanghai features Gessi Rettangolo XL

Would you add Gessi Rettangolo as a must have for your new bathroom?  There's so many choices within the range everyone can find something to suit.  Why not check out our Pinterest page for more designer bathrooms.

Soak in Style

Sometimes a long soak in a bath is just the thing.  And surely you didn't think we'd resist the oh so apt header do you?!  

So which bath is the one for you?

Teuco Freestanding Paper bath

The Teuco Paper bathtub is available in a wide number of sizes and in a large number of configurations: flush-fit, undermount, built-in recessed, and with between 1 and 4 panels. You can select panels in Whte or pick from one of the Pantone shades or the wood finishes of Anthracite Oak, Limed Oak and Wenge.  On display in the Soak in Style showroom is the exclusive Hydroline whirlpool, the first system to feature stylish slits instead of nozzles.  The innovative design of this bathtub has been included in the prestigious ADI DESIGN INDEX 2011, and was designed by Giovanna Talocci, an industrial and interior designer.

Axor Urquiola bath

A bathroom for the senses - designed by Patricia Urquiola and part of the Axor Hansgrohe range.  Axor Urquiola is a collection that inspires you to live your bathroom dream giving a style fusion and sense of harmony.  The feminine shaped Axor Urquiola bath, basin and mixers can be seen in the Soak in Style showroom. 

Victoria + Albert Toulouse bath

The Victoria + Albert Toulouse bath draws inspiration from the 19th Century French double ended bateau bath, and is made from their unique Quarrycast® material that has high insulation properties.

The Mastella Vov bath is egg shaped so you can bathe in cocooned warmth and soak all your stresses and strains away.

Mastella Vov bath

Victoria + Albert Barcelona Piano Black

Victoria + Albert Barcelona bath

For a modern country or contemporary feel to your bathroom add a modern classic to your bathroom - the Barcelona double ended bath from Victoria + Albert.  The Barcelona in Piano Black is on display in the Soak in Style showroom.

Oasis Josephine bath

The Josephine is part of the Lutetia range from the Oasis Luxury Collection.   The bath has a black leather outer with a black lacquered base - adding a regal touch to any bathroom.

Duravit Onto bath

Designed by Matteo Thun this bathroom range from Duravit that is simple in it's austerity; the ascetic appeal and broad product range – from tall cabinets to mirrors – mean that Onto is also the perfect range for the modern, design-oriented bathroom.  The freestanding bath combines minimal space with a comfortable all-enveloping bath and is available in 3 different options - from super-shallow to ultra compact.  Select from built in or with panelling, standard or striking conical shape (as seen above).  Timeless design combined with beauty of economy.