Thermostatic Mixers – Pivot of Shower Systems Thermostatic mixer has become an integral part of the shower system. Washroom and Beyond explores the technology behind thermostatic mixers and its applications in shower systems. With changing consumer tastes and preferences, the washroom has gone through a lot of changes over the years. And, technology has been …
Can Luxury Be Responsible? The panellists discussed ways how luxury can be responsible and what will it take to make responsible luxury a widespread phenomenon Luxury is often associated with opulence, exclusivity, grandeur and providing the ultimate experience. “This often means inclusive of expensive materials and high-tech fixtures. This also results in over utilisation of …
Rough Luxe: Infusing Natural Materials in Modern Structures Citing examples from their projects, the panellists highlighted how the roughness and uneven shapes and textures of the natural materials can be used to break the monotony and uplift the design of the space. While luxury often is associated with grandeur and opulence, in recent times connecting …
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The Young Washroom Modern architecture and design is always developing a common language for the new millennial urban set in washrooms that reflect their idiom Preferences, economies, technologies and situations consistently evolve over the years. Along with them, the overall trends in inner space design also undergo constant alterations in approach and style. While new …
Recycling of Grey Water: Whose Responsibility Is It? Panellists comprising MEP consultants, architects and developers discussed the process and various aspects related to greywater recycling and how it can be systemised. Talking about the approach, Amit Mehta, Director – MEPF Engineering, INI Infrastructure and Engineering Pvt Ltd shared, “Greywater recycling is no longer an option …
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Suspended Plumbing Vs Sunken Slabs Panellists comprising MEP consultants and architects explored the pros and cons of suspended plumbing as well as sunken slabs. The panellists compared the two plumbing systems and gauged their suitability for projects. Highlighting the increasing construction of high-rise buildings in cities, Anand Tatu, Principal Architect, M/S Anand Tatu Architects, Planners, …
PVD – The Technology behind Colourful Bath and Sanitaryware PVD coating once applied onto a surface is almost impossible to remove or for it to wear off on its own, which makes it comparatively a better option than other finishes for a moisture-intact space like a washroom, writes Sanjitha Suresh. Today’s washrooms are moving from …
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The Shower Cubicle A hint of colour transforms an essentially plain glass washroom product. The Indian washroom moved miles from the traditional ‘Hauz’ style, the bucket and mug plebeian settings to luxury and stylish interpretations. This happened majorly in the last quarter of the last century. Before that in usual middle-class washrooms, the clear-cut delineation …
“Since luxury should be timeless, it should transcend trends” The washrooms in luxury hotels, such as at the Mandarin Oriental in Paris, mirror a quiet statement of consistency and its Paris-based designer underlines her idea of stately design. Paris-based interior designer Sybille de Margerie founded Sybille de Margerie Studio, formerly known as SM Design, in …
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The Return of Brass in Washrooms The metal is returning with innovative design and becoming a trend-setting metal in washrooms. At Cersaei show in Italy, the accent was clearly visible in faucet design- both formal and hi-tech, that are revving up things up in the bathroom. Bathtubs, sinks, and showers get a complete makeover when …
