Newform, an Italian high quality bathroom faucet manufacturer best known for their Tattoo and Morpho collections, decided to start 2008 with three faucet collections that share a style we honestly did not anticipate to come from Newform. As names of the first two collections, Class-X and Neo Class-X suggest, the style is an elegant combination of classical and modern elements - simple and unobtrusive, yet intriguing, it suits both modern and classic bathroom designs equally well. Thanks to their versatility, these collections will certainly find many fans. We are, however, hoping to see Newform present more products simillar to the aforementioned Morpho and Tatto lines later this year.

Sinks from the Grandangolo line, a new line of sinks by Hatria, feature beautiful modern design dominated by a distinct curved line that defines the shape of the sink, a metaphor for space as perceived in perspective. Perfect for mounting in corners of the bathroom, these large sinks invoke emotion with their simple and pure elegance. Equipped with the innovative easywarm system, the Grandangolo sinks are gently heated ensuring that all the ceramic parts stay warm continously keeping the temperature in the bathroom at the ideal level. The sinks are available in a wide variety of sizes to fit bathrooms of different dimensions perfectly. More info can be found at Hatria website

As we predicted, 2008 is bringing a fusion of art and functionality into our bathrooms through high-end bathroom products which combine beautiful shapes with decorative elements, patterns and prints in vivid colors. An excellent example of the trend is Kos, a beautiful modern bathroom collection by Nova Linea. The collection features a simple, yet striking combination of both beautiful curved shapes and straight, sharp lines which combined create a really modern feel, further embellished by beautiful decorative patterns. Featuring a strong contrast of simple shapes and rich decorative patterns as well as color, and ridden of any excess details, such as cabinet door handles which could only disturb the harmony of elements, the beautiful and bold Kos compositions will easily steal the spotlight in any bathroom.

For more info visit/contact Nova Linea

ArtCeram released a teaser preview of the 2008 collections. We are very anxious to see the final products as the preview images do not reveal too much, but what is evident is that ArtCeram continues into 2008 with the same simple design approach that we liked so much in their recent products. We particulary liked the spoon inspired sink and the colored edges of the La Ciotola collection. There is unfortunately not much info on these beautiful additions yet, more info coming as soon as it is available.

2007 is behind us and as step into 2008, it’s the perfect time to have a quick look back at what 2007 brought into bathrooms worldwide. We have seen an increasing number bathroom products that utilize the beauty and practicality of LED lighting and we can only expect this trend to, deservedly, gain momentum in 2008. Wood seems to be making a real comback into modern bathroom design and glass seems to be increasingly present outside of it’s usual function in bathroom products. 2008 will take the the synergy of art, design and function in bathrooms even further as we witness more and more companies acknowledging the wishes of the consumers who seek much more than just bare functionality. As technology races forward at an ever increasing pace, bathroom products are evolving with it. 2007 brought us new water resistant TV sets, smart showers and faucets and mp3 bathtubs, and we expect the trend to continue with more hi-tech products seeing the light of the day, integrating high technology with many different products to improve and enhance our bathrooms. We are also likely to see more products that combine different bathroom fixtures into single units both to preserve space and enhance usability and convenience.

The latest addition to the Duscholux product range, the Duscho FREE collection, continues with the trend of combining various bathroom fixtures with furniture and decorative elements to enhance both the functionality and the visual appeal of the products. Recognizing the needs and wishes of the modern bathroom product market, Duscholux created this modern collection which combines the best modern bathroom technology with high-class design.

The Duscho FREE Cube shower system features a beautiful exterrior with two cabinets on the front side with mirrors mounted on the doors which are sepparated by a tall wooden shelf column. The side panels are made out of high-quality safety glass and mounted on an aluminum frame. Cube’s interior features a luxurious overhead showerhead with dual operation mode and a handshower, controlled by a LED display control panel, along with a convenient chair and an adjustable wall-mounted backrest, a lighting system and a steam generator. Cube is available in single and two person versions.

Duscho FREE Caprivi bathtub, a beautiful modern soaker tub with an integrated owerflow and a beautiful wooden surround in Oak or Wenge finish. Big and luxurious, Caprivi features an ergonomically shaped body suitable for two different seating positions. Available in three different versions, this beautiful modern tub is a perfect complement to the Cube shower unit. If you are looking for a new tub and shower solution which is both beautiful and practical, give the Duscho FREE collection a consideration.

More info at Duscholux.

Being truly sculptural in design, these fabulous minimalist faucets would look as good in a contemporary arts museum as they do in the bathroom enviroment. Ridden of any unneccessary detail, yet so lively and intriguing, the F4 faucets combine irregular surfaces blended together to form sharp and powerful forms that add a new dimension to the whole bathroom. Available in a multitude of different versions and types, these beautiful modern faucets are the perfect example of a perfect integration of design and functionality. To get more info about the F4 faucet line please visit the Frisone Rubinetterie website.

We will be posting about the 2008 collection from Frisone soon, stay tuned.