More than what Meets the Eye How to add those extra visual square inches to the washroom At a time when floor space is both scarce and at a premium in urban cities, indulging in a large washroom for the residence is something of a privilege not everyone can opt for. Of course, every washroom, …
Not Just a Drawer From the simple cabinet to present-day intricate design, washroom furniture has evolved greatly over the years, discovers Arti B Rau Furniture plays a significant role in washroom design. Today, with washrooms evolving as one of the key spaces of all modern residences, the choice of the furniture to be used here …
Thorsten Bies Area Manager for Africa, India, NME + South East Europe, Villeroy & Boch We are particularly enthusiastic about trends that flatter the senses and are good for the soul: Harmonious colour schemes, soft shapes and everything that creates a connection to nature. This is also evident in the bathroom: the furniture plays with …
Liberating Spaces The design of a compact luxury bathroom involves a harmonious blend of various design elements including lighting, colours, materials and fixtures to create a sense of space and enhance the spatial experience for the users, writes Mrinmoy Dey Shortage of living spaces in urban areas and skyrocketing property prices have led to shrinking …
Shower Cubicles: Designer’s Friend or Foe? Shower cubicles are space-saving units that can benefit a small bathroom tremendously. But do they limit the creativity of the designers? Shweta Ramsay finds out more. Bathrooms in India today come in all shapes and sizes, and people’s tastes and needs vary considerably. Choosing an ideal shower cubicle is …
Now, more than ever, there is an increasing focus on hygiene and public sanitation. Prominent architects and designers talk on what needs to change in case of public toilet designs in India, to Mrinmoy Dey Public restrooms are an integral part of urban infrastructure and yet the design approach to these areas often is so …
The Value of Separation Is it time to rethink whether a separate toilet adds flexibility to an accommodation and provides many of the benefits of a second washroom, without the cost and compromise of space? In washroom planning, a number of typical mistakes can creep in almost inadvertently when dividing the space between the wet …
The Art of Accessory Placement The importance of ergonomics when it comes to the placement of accessories in a washroom can affect the entire washroom experience. Shweta Ramsay interacts with architects and reveals more. Imagine a beautiful washroom but one where the shower head is too low, the soap dispenser is too high or the …
Transcending Trends: Embracing Marble in Washroom Design Marble is a material that transcends trends and styles, making it an excellent choice for bathroom design. Whether aesthetics lean towards classic, contemporary, or something in between, marble seamlessly integrates into any decor scheme, adding a touch of timeless class, writes Mrinmoy Dey The washroom has turned into …
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The Nitty Gritty of Washroom Ceilings The oft-overlooked ceilings of a washroom can uplift the design of the space with bold and creative use of materials, patterns and lighting, writes Sanjitha Suresh The washroom design has evolved over the years and is deservedly getting all the attention. With the use of high-end materials, futuristic gadgets, …
