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New built-in baths extend Victoria + Albert’s popular Lussari Collection

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Victoria + Albert has expanded its best-selling Lussari collection with the introduction of new built-in bath options in 1600mm and 1700mm sizes, offering greater flexibility for contemporary bathroom design projects.

Joining the existing freestanding, back-to-wall and corner bath models, alongside coordinating freestanding and back-to-wall basins, the new drop-in and undermount baths retain the collection’s signature sculptural aesthetic and ergonomic comfort, while catering to a broader range of bathroom layouts.

Designed for compact, family and multigenerational bathrooms, the latest additions respond to growing demand from designers and homeowners for alcove bathtubs manufactured in a premium material. The built-in baths can be clad in marble, natural stone, antique mirrored glass or polished tiles to create a sophisticated, bespoke bathroom scheme.

Named after Mount Lussari in the north-eastern corner of Italy, the Lussari collection has been designed to promote relaxation and rejuvenation, while also delivering a comfortable showering experience. Featuring an elegant oval silhouette, the new built-in models coordinate seamlessly with the Lussari freestanding and back-to-wall basins.

The baths can be paired with traditional brassware, including collections from Perrin & Rowe, or contemporary fittings such as showers from Aqualisa. Designers can also specify a Victoria + Albert bath filler and overflow, removing the need for deck or wall-mounted bath taps.

Available in either a gloss or matt finish, the new baths are designed to diffuse light softly for a refined appearance. Levelling feet are also included to support precise installation.

Victoria + Albert pioneered contemporary freestanding bath design with the development of its proprietary Quarrycast™ material more than 30 years ago. Made using a blend of Volcanic Limestone™ and high-performance resins, the material is engineered for durability, strength and ease of maintenance.

More than twice as hard as acrylic, Quarrycast™ is resistant to scratches, stains, UV damage, hair dyes and bath oils, while preventing creaking or flexing. The naturally insulating material also helps retain water temperature for longer, enhancing bathing comfort while improving energy efficiency. Despite its strength, Quarrycast™ remains lightweight for easier installation on-site.

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Duravit at Milan Design Week 2026

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Duravit presented its eclectic “Balcoon – Scapes” installation by Patricia Urquiola at Milan Design Week 2026, and hosted a rooftop cocktail event. The iconic bathroom brand also presented a selection of new products in its Milan-based showroom, while a well-placed presence around the city boosted visibility for throughout the week.

Patricia Urquiola’s “Balcoon – Scapes” was trasnformed into spatial presentation. The installation of abstracted shapes and warm colour moods was presented at the Gran Meliá Palazzo Cordusio and saw washbasins and toilets presented as playful, totem-like elements.

Patricia Urquiola describes the approach: “We wanted to show how even such functional elements as a washbasin or a bidet can develop an expressiveness of their own. We worked on this installation for more than a year. The result is a little “teatrino” – a field of totems and objects which enter into dialog with one another and open up new perspectives on the bathroom as a designed living environment.”

An exclusive evening above the rooftops of Milan

At the start of the Design Week, Duravit hosted an exclusive cocktail event on the rooftop of the Gran Meliá Palazzo Cordusio. Some 450 invited guests – including business partners from the fields of architecture and design, friends of the brand and international VIPs such as Kelly Rutherford and Angela Missoni – experienced the installation in an atmospheric evening mood. Patricia Urquiola and Duravit CMO Lüder Fromm welcomed the guests and offered insights into the collaboration and the design approach behind Balcoon – Scapes.

The limited-edition Balcoon stool: a sculptural collector’s item

A stool developed with Patricia Urquiola transformed the Balcoon range into a distinct sculptural item of furniture was on show as part of the installation. The limited edition comprises 26 numbered pieces – a reference to the year 2026 – and was produced at the Duravit plant in the Black Forest. The stool was on show to the public for the first time in Milan, as part of the overall presentation.

Product presentation in the Duravit showroom

In parallel with the installation, Duravit opened the doors of its showroom in Milan to Design Week visitors and was heavily frequented. On show were new additions to the 2026 Balcoon range, iconic bathroom ranges such as ME by Starck and Collection One, new washing area solutions such as Ocavo by Christian Werner and technological highlights such as the SensoWash showertoilets. The presentation offered a compact overview of the design and technology spectrum covered by the product range and complemented the installation with examples of specific products.

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Drummonds selected for riverside Queen Anne bathroom

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Drummonds has been specified throughout a considered bathroom renovation at a Queen Anne house on a private stretch of the Thames in West London, the home of fashion designer and Wiggy Kit founder Wiggy Hindmarch.

The principal bathroom, previously charming but impractical, has been comprehensively reimagined. A roll-top bath beneath a large window had given the room its character, but with no shower, limited storage and daily routines spread across floors, the brief called for something more resolved. The result is a space that functions seamlessly without sacrificing ceremony.

At its centre, a marble-clad walk-in shower forms an architectural pivot, open on both sides and positioned to draw the eye across the full width of the room. Beyond it, a freestanding Meon bath from Drummonds sits before the original fireplace, reinstating the sense of occasion the layout once had. Bespoke commodes on either side serve as vanities, reinforcing Hindmarch’s instinct to treat the bathroom as a furnished room rather than a purely functional one. The WC is discreetly repositioned and recedes from view.

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Drummonds fittings were chosen for their material integrity and classical language – solid brass construction and traditional casting methods that sit naturally within the house’s period bones. “They are the crème de la crème,” Hindmarch says simply.

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The decorative scheme layers hand-painted wallpaper by Martyn Lawrence Bullard against book-matched marble, while walls are papered rather than tiled, rugs soften the floor underfoot, and lighting is kept deliberately domestic. Existing shutters are dressed with ladder-stitched linen, an upholstered chair, antique rug and birdcage lantern completing the effect.

Elsewhere, a compact cabin bathroom makes inventive use of a smaller footprint with a neat tub and cleverly concealed sanitaryware. In the powder room, unlacquered Drummonds brass fittings have been left entirely untreated, allowed to age and patina in place. “I like seeing the age,” Hindmarch explains. “The watermarks, the tarnish – that’s the beauty.”

It is a project that reflects a broader philosophy: bathrooms shaped not by trend, but by instinct, craft, and an understanding of how people inhabit the spaces around them.

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YOO and apaiser launch TEMBO bathware collection

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YOO Studio London and apaiser have come together to launch TEMBO in a new collaboration announced today. The collection includes two bathtubs and three basins, and is available in a curated palette of 18 organic shades from the House Palette.

Rooted in a shared focus on materiality and form, the collection pairs YOO’s narrative-led design approach with apaiser’s expertise in handcrafted stone, resulting in a series of quietly powerful pieces designed to anchor and elevate the bathroom space.

Since 1999, YOO has grown into the world’s largest residential design brand, bringing together creative directors including Philippe Starck, Marcel Wanders, Jade Jagger, Steve Leung, Kate Moss and Sussanne Khan to deliver more than 85 residential projects across 39 countries. This sculptural bathware collection marks YOO’s first move into product design.

Meaning ‘elephant’ in Swahili, TEMBO is defined by a sense of quiet strength and grounded presence. Each piece is conceived as both object and anchor – balancing sculptural clarity with a softness that supports the rituals of everyday life.

“We approached the collection as an extension of the space,” says Claire Rizzi, design director at YOO Studio London. “Each piece is designed to anchor a room; balancing sculptural presence with a quiet sense of restraint.”

“Partnering with YOO Studio London on the TEMBO collection, has been a powerful creative exchange, uniting apaiser’s sculptural DNA with YOO’s bold, global design vision. The result is a collection grounded in spatial sculpture and projecting calm authority,” says Belinda Try, founder and president of apaiser.

Handcrafted in apaiserMarble®, apaiser’s proprietary material made from reclaimed marble, the collection balances sustainability with tactile refinement.

TEMBO introduces a refined, architectural softness through elongated silhouettes, continuous curves and a tactile, material palette.

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Kudos launches Ultimate Reeded shower panel

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Kudos has introduced an alternative glass option to its showering panel collection. Ultimate Reeded, available from mid-April 2026, adds vintage charm to the bathroom setting, perfectly balancing privacy and light. The new panels obscure views with their ribbed styling while allowing soft, diffused light to filter through.

Ultimate Reeded glass panels make a bold statement in bathroom design. Whilst these new 8mm panels create a reeded illusion, they are manufactured with a flat surface to ensure easy cleaning and offer a stylish alternative to the ultimate coloured and clear glass options. Available in 5 flat panel sizes, all 1950mm in height, with a foldaway deflector panel option to prevent spray outside the enclosure. They are available in eight colour profiles (Chrome, Matt Black, Brushed Brass, Brushed Nickel, Polished Gold, White, Brushed Gun Metal, and Brushed Copper), Lifeshield easy-clean glass coating, and a lifetime guarantee.

Kudos Shower Products has been designing and manufacturing shower products at its Cumbria facility since 1999. Now part of the Ronal Bathroom Group, its portfolio includes shower enclosures, shower trays, over-bath screens, and wet-room solutions sold via KBB showrooms and merchants across the UK. Visit their website kudosshowers.co.uk.

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MERLYN launches “Best in Glass” range of dog showers

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The leading shower enclosure manufacturer has launched “Velvet Paw”, a new bespoke dog shower collection to help retailers capitalise on growing demand for pet-friendly home improvements.

Positioned as a high-value add-on, Velvet Paw brings quality materials into utility and boot rooms, for a stylish solution for muddy paws and everyday grooming.

Each enclosure is made to order, with sizes available up to 1000mm width and 1000mm height and crafted from 10mm toughened safety glass for durability and a premium finish available in five options; Opti Clear, Satin Etched, Smoked Black and Bronze, with a choice of five profile finishes; Brushed Brass, Matt Black and Chrome.

For showrooms, retailers and installers, new Velvet Paw offers an opportunity to drive incremental spend while tapping into a fast-growing lifestyle trend, helping customers create spaces that work just as hard for their pets as they do for them.

“Pet ownership is shaping how homes are designed. Velvet Paw gives retailers a simple way to offer something practical, premium and a little unexpected, while adding real value to the overall sale.”

With demand on the rise, Velvet Paw ensures retailers stay one step ahead.

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A smart boost to Saniflo’s Clear Water range

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Following the successful launch of its new range of clear water pumps in 2025, Saniflo has added another innovative product to the Saniflo Clear Water portfolio.

The new Saniboost Smart is a variable speed, mains boosting pump that delivers high pressure and flow rates for mains-fed water systems; providing a solution to restrictive mains water pipes. It is designed to boost water flow up to 97 l/min and pressure up to 5.5 Bar in mains fed systems to help overcome issues such as:

  • Low flow and/or pressure from outlets such as showers, taps, washing machines, dishwashers, toilets etc.
  • Low flow across one or more outlets when multiple outlets are used at the same time.
  • Poor water pressure and/or flow on higher floors, particularly on third and fourth floors, such as a loft conversion with an ensuite.
  • Inability to extend a property with additional bathrooms.

Designed to be used in conjunction with cold water storage tanks, the typical application for this product is a larger dwelling with several floors and bathrooms, including guest houses, HMOs and light commercial properties. However, if space is available, it is an equally viable solution for smaller dwellings.

As well as offering very quiet operation, the variable speed Saniboost Smart is simple to install and enables multiple outlets to run at the same time ensuring sufficient pressure for multiple drench head showers working simultaneously. 

With features such as brushless technology – which directs more power into pumping and saving energy – and continuous rating, the pump can operate 24/7 if required.
And with dry run protection the pump automatically turns off when no water is detected; prolonging unit life and reducing maintenance costs. Auto-start is a standard feature and enables the pump to powers back into life as soon as water is detected with no need  to manually power on and off.

A high-quality unit manufactured from Saniflo’s years of pump know-how and innovation, the Saniboost Smart is a highly cost-competitive, highly durable and highly productive addition to the Saniflo Clear Water range.

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Success for VitrA Roadshow at PJH Wolverhampton Site

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PJH welcomed the VitrA Nationwide Roadshow to its flagship distribution centre in Wolverhampton last week, attracting a whole host of customers.

Approaching the one-year anniversary since PJH and VitrA collaborated in a distribution partnership in June 2025, PJH has been successfully distributing a wide range of VitrA Bathroom Collection and Vitality Collection products across its nationwide network, supported by its industry-leading logistics, next-day delivery options, and ‘First Choice’ customer service promise.

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With a fantastic turnout of industry professionals, the VitrA roadshow event at PJH’s Wolverhampton Distribution Centre offered visitors the chance to preview VitrA’s latest bathroom innovations, experience live demonstrations, get hands-on access to the newest launches, and meet the expert VitrA team behind the ideas.

The freshly branded roadshow trailer showcased VitrA’s latest smart bathroom technology, including the V-Care 3 Smart Toilet collection, alongside new shower systems, Minimax taps, Sareta furniture and concealed frames & cisterns. Guests were wowed with the next generation, V-Care 3 Smart Toilet range where intelligent hygiene, personal comfort and effortless design, merge to create a truly refined bathroom experience.   

Commenting on the event, Kimberley Cooper, product & marketing director at PJH, said: “We were delighted to help host the exciting VitrA national roadshow within the third week of its tour, at our PJH Wolverhampton site. There was a great level of customer engagement and the event proved how effective a face-to-face and hands-on product experience can be, especially with the level of high-quality design and innovation that the VitrA bathroom brand is synonymous with. Some of our customers even left with gifts and goodie bags following their luck with the VitrA ‘Spin the Wheel of Fortune’!”      

A comprehensive portfolio of VitrA bathroom products, including the new ranges showcased at the event, are available to order from PJH’s easy-to-use Partners Portal™ website. Due to PJH’s excellent stock availability, many VitrA products are available for next-day delivery, with some selected items offered via special order. PJH customers can also order VitrA’s latest brochures, POS materials and colour samples via the PJH Partners Portal™.

The VitrA Nationwide Roadshow continues its journey throughout the UK until 14th May 2026.

For further information, contact PJH on: www.partners.pjh.uk, contact your regional PJH sales manager, or call 0345 450 8932.   

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Bette presents BetteUltra Space & new BetteAlva at CDW

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At Clerkenwell Design Week 2026, Bette will present its latest solutions for architectural bathroom design, including BetteUltra Space and the new BetteAlva washbasin. The showcase will take place at The Charterhouse, where the company will introduce two key highlights from its bathroom portfolio, combining precise design, functional quality and contemporary requirements.

At the centre of the exhibition are BetteUltra Space and the new BetteAlva washbasin. BetteUltra Space is an ultra-flat shower tray developed for modern architectural layouts. Its space-saving installation, level-access, wall-adjacent waste and flexible installation options make it well suited to contemporary bathroom planning.

BetteAlva brings a new angular washbasin into focus, demonstrating Bette’s material and design expertise. Manufactured from glazed titanium steel, BetteAlva is defined by its visible material thickness, precise edge detailing and a durable, easy-care, non-porous surface. The design combines clarity of form with everyday usability, reflecting Bette’s commitment to design and quality.

The presentation is complemented by the BetteStarlet inset bath, a longstanding classic within the range, and BetteLux Oval Couture. Together, these pieces highlight the brand’s ability to balance established products with striking design.

Bette’s presence in London underlines its core values: bathroom products made of glazed titanium steel, made in Germany, and defined by durability, high design standards and sustainable material quality. The exhibition is aimed at architects, designers, specifiers and media seeking reliable and inspiring solutions for sophisticated bathroom concepts.

Visitors to Clerkenwell Design Week are invited to discover Bette at The Charterhouse and experience BetteUltra Space and BetteAlva first hand. 

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RITMONIO specified for Sunseeker 82 Ocean Enclosed

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Sunseeker’s 82 Ocean Enclosed is a 25-metre yacht defined by expansive volumes, flexible layouts and a refined material palette. Bathroom detailing is elevated through Ritmonio’s Diametro35 Impronte brassware.

Specified to create bathrooms with a strong, individual identity, the Diametro35 Impronte series introduces four three-dimensional surface patterns – Prisma, Tratto, Rigo and Punto – designed to add depth and tactility to the mixer. Available with or without lever, the control becomes a focal point within the scheme, shifting the emphasis from purely functional fitting to considered design element. A palette of 16 finishes, combined with the option to mix and match tap body and control, allows for a high level of personalisation, aligning with the wider demand for bespoke bathroom spaces in luxury residential and marine projects.

This layered approach to bathroom design reflects the broader concept behind Sunseeker International’s 82 Ocean Enclosed, where flexibility and spatial quality define the architecture. Conceived as a departure from traditional yacht layouts, the model prioritises interior volume, offering 165 square metres of living space across three levels. Full-height glazing and open-plan arrangements create a seamless connection between zones, with a central floating glass staircase acting as a sculptural anchor within the main deck lounge.

A fully enclosed upper deck combines a single helm station with two outdoor terraces, balancing privacy and sociability. Forward seating or an optional hot tub contrasts with an aft entertaining area complete with integrated wet bar, barbecue and adaptable lounge seating. Sliding doors on both sides enhance the indoor-outdoor flow, reinforcing a design language that draws on contemporary residential architecture.

Powered by MAN V8-1300 or V12-1650 engines, the yacht reaches speeds of up to 25 knots, pairing performance with long-range capability. Within this context, the bathrooms – defined by Ritmonio’s customisable brassware – form part of a cohesive interior narrative, where materiality and detail are as considered as the overall spatial design.

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