Diane, Author at Bathroom Review

Houzz Pro expands AI-powered 3D Floor Plan upgrades

May 27, 2026

Houzz Pro has introduced a series of new AI-powered updates to its 3D Floor Plan tool, designed to help construction and design professionals improve communication, visualisation and project delivery across every stage of the design process.

The latest enhancements to the all-in-one project management and design software include elevations, in-plan annotations and AI-powered custom finishes, giving kitchen and bathroom professionals more advanced tools to present concepts, align teams and streamline installation.

Developed to create a clearer, shared visual reference point for clients, subcontractors and project teams, the new features aim to support more accurate specification, reduce misunderstandings on site and improve decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

Among the latest additions is the ability to generate elevations directly from 3D Floor Plans. The feature enables designers to create detailed visual references for cabinetry, fitted furniture, architectural detailing and bespoke joinery, helping clients better understand layouts and providing installers with precise execution guidance.

Houzz Pro has also introduced AI-powered Custom Finishes, allowing users to clip any finish and convert it into a realistic 3D material that can be applied across walls, floors, splashbacks, worktops and products within a design scheme. The functionality gives professionals the ability to specify exact finishes rather than relying on generic placeholders, helping homeowners visualise a more accurate representation of the completed space.

Built-in annotation tools have also been added to the 3D Floor Planner, enabling professionals to place notes, dimensions and technical callouts directly onto plans and elevations. The update is designed to simplify the communication of specifications, installation details and material selections between designers, clients and subcontractors.

In addition to the 3D Floor Plan enhancements, Houzz Pro has upgraded its Mood Boards feature to support more efficient client collaboration and feedback management. Users can now add comments to entire mood boards or pin feedback directly to individual products and design elements, while a centralised, filterable conversation panel keeps all project discussions organised in one place.

Alon Cohen, co-founder and CEO of Houzz, said: “Great projects run on clarity. With these updates to Houzz Pro, pros can bring every detail, including finishes and elevations, into a single, shared view. When clients and teams can see, discuss and refine decisions in context, communication improves, execution becomes more seamless, and projects move forward with greater confidence.”

Vanessa Cooreman Smith, owner of Flourish Interiors, added: “Using Houzz Pro has helped Flourish Interiors streamline every stage of the design process, creating a seamless experience for our clients from day one. The ability to create detailed 3D floor plans with real materials, finishes and product selections opens up a much more effective dialogue throughout the project. Clients can visualise their future space with confidence, while our team can keep everyone aligned from concept through installation.”

The updated 3D Floor Plan and Mood Board tools are now available globally to all Houzz Pro subscribers and integrate with the platform’s wider suite of business management features, including estimates, invoicing, take-offs, schedules and selections.

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New Gunmetal finish brings on-trend contrast to Bathrooms to Love

May 26, 2026

Bathrooms to Love, by PJH, has added a new Gunmetal finish across wetroom, showering and brassware products, responding to growing consumer demand for darker metallic finishes.

The new Gunmetal finish is available across RefleXion Iconix wetroom panels, Abode Uno showering, and Abode Refine taps, giving retailers a coordinated design story to support trend-led bathroom schemes. Softer than matt black, but with greater definition than chrome, Gunmetal offers a versatile metallic accent that works beautifully with muted neutrals, natural textures, stone effects and warm wood tones.

At the centre of the new Gunmetal story is Bathroom to Love’s Iconix wetroom panel range, designed to create a minimal, open showering space with profiles and support arms finished in this sophisticated metallic lustre.

The premium Gunmetal wetroom panels feature 8mm toughened safety glass, a 1950mm height, Easy Clean treatment, concealed fixings and adjustment for out-of-true walls.

Available in clear glass, the collection includes nine panel sizes from 500mm to 1400mm wide, alongside five optional side panels. For added flexibility, a 300mm Pivot Splash Panel with full hinge can be specified, rotating 90° inwards or outwards for easier access.

To complement the strong steely looks of the Gunmetal wetroom, Bathrooms to Love has also added Abode taps and showers in the same Gunmetal finish to its collection. Part of the Abode FOCUS 60 showering range, the sleek Uno collection, with its soft square detailing, includes a concealed push button shower valve, round showerhead, handshower set and wall mounted shower arm.

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Meanwhile, the Gunmetal Abode Refine range of stylish taps includes basin, bath and bath/shower mixers, and is supplied with both smooth and fluted handles – allowing consumers to switch between looks. Each Refine tap features a premium PVD coating for exceptional durability, along with an anti-fingerprint surface for easier maintenance.

Kim Cooper, product & marketing director, PJH, explains, “By launching Gunmetal across our wetroom panels, as well as introducing Abode’s new Gunmetal ranges of taps and showers, Bathrooms to Love is helping retailers respond to this trend with a complete, coordinated solution.

“Our exclusive partnership with Abode further strengthens this offer, bringing together the quality, reliability and forward-thinking bathroom design for which Abode is known, with the breadth, availability and First Choice service promise of Bathrooms to Love by PJH.”

The new Gunmetal options are now available through Bathrooms to Love by PJH and can be ordered via the PJH Partners Portal, with next day delivery available to store or home.

The products are also supported by Bathrooms to Love’s wider collection of furniture, sanitaryware, baths, trays, mirrors, radiators and finishing touches, helping retailers build complete bathroom schemes around one of the season’s most distinctive finishes.

Further information:

Bathrooms to Love by PJH: T: 0345 450 8932 / www.partners.pjh.uk / www.bathroomstolove.uk

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NKBA Global Connect announces Strategic Alliance Partnership with ABIMÓVEL

May 26, 2026

NKBA Global Connect has welcomed ABIMÓVEL, the Brazilian Furniture Industry Association, as a Strategic Alliance Partner, strengthening links between the North and South American furniture and interiors sectors.

The partnership forms part of NKBA Global Connect’s international business development programme, designed to help global brands explore opportunities within the North American kitchen and bathroom market through market insight, networking and strategic support.

Representing more than 22,800 companies, ABIMÓVEL has supported Brazil’s furniture industry for almost 50 years, promoting innovation, sustainability, design and international growth. Brazil is currently the largest furniture producer in Latin America and the seventh largest globally.

Geraldine Morrison, chief partnerships officer, domestic & global brands at NKBA, said: “We are delighted to welcome ABIMÓVEL as an NKBA Global Connect Strategic Alliance Partner. Working together will help foster stronger dialogue and create new business opportunities between our markets.”

The collaboration follows recent discussions between NKBA and ABIMÓVEL at Salone del Mobile.Milano, where NKBA visited the Brazil Pavilion to explore opportunities for future cooperation ahead of KBIS 2027.

Cândida Cervieri, executive director of ABIMÓVEL, added: “We are proud to join NKBA in expanding opportunities for our members within the North American kitchen and bath market. Supporting the internationalisation of Brazil’s furniture sector remains a key priority for us.”

NKBA Global Connect supports international brands looking to enter the North American market through access to research, industry expertise and networking opportunities across the kitchen and bathroom sector.

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Coram announces David Gannon as new managing director

May 26, 2026

Coram UK, which includes Coram Showers and Impey brands, has appointed David Gannon as managing director and announced product investment and strategic growth.

Gannon brings almost 40 years’ experience in the bathroom industry and has accepted the role following 18 months of strategic consultancy with the business.

He has been working alongside the senior leadership team, including financial director Mark Dain and head of manufacturing Paul Gatfield, alongside Coram UK’s Dutch parent company, Coram Group.

Headquartered in Ilton, Somerset, with manufacturing facilities in Bridgnorth, Shropshire, Coram UK operates across retail and accessible bathrooms, Impey is recognised for level-access and wetroom flooring systems whilst Coram Showers specialises in shower enclosures, bath screens, shower trays and glass solutions, while

David Gannon will head up a renewed focus on the Coram Showers brand, he commented, “It’s a hugely exciting time for Coram UK. Over the next 12 months we are investing more than £1 million into new product development across both the Coram Showers and Impey brands, with ambitious plans for growth and market leadership.”

Alongside this, Impey will continue to strengthen its position as the market-leading wetroom and level-access specialist, while evolving its design philosophy around inclusive bathrooms and future-proof living.

Gannon continues: “Impey has long been synonymous with accessible showering innovation and remains the authority brand within wetrooms and level-access solutions. Our design philosophy is centred around creating bathrooms that are accessible by design — spaces that work beautifully for all bathers, both now and in the future.”

“We are continuing to invest in our customer experience, strengthening our relationships with merchants, distributors, contractors and installers, while developing products that genuinely meet the needs of today’s bathrooms.

“British design and manufacturing remain incredibly important to us. The majority of our products will continue to be manufactured at our Bridgnorth facility, where we can maintain the quality, innovation and engineering standards that our customers expect from both Coram and Impey.”

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Smart storage for small spaces from Bathrooms to Love

May 22, 2026

Maximising storage space is at the heart of EDIN’s design – a contemporary Fitted Furniture family from Bathrooms to Love by PJH. Available in both standard (318mm) and slim (218mm) depth options, the versatile EDIN range offers a wealth of product options for a stylish, tailormade fit, centred around flexible storage solutions.

The slim space-saving EDIN range with reduced 218mm depth includes a great choice of one-door, two-door, basin, WC and mirror storage units in widths ranging from 200mm to 600mm, which can be configured into flush runs of cabinets, with a minimum footprint yet maximum storage space. The clever compact units can also be installed either floor-standing with the matching clip-on plinths, or wall-mounted, using the brackets included – to help free up valuable floor space when working with space-challenged rooms (pictured right).

Cabinets throughout the range can be mixed and matched for individual looks and teamed with a range of accessories to fine tune designs. Handle options include a wide choice of styles to complement the range of cabinet colours available and include a selection of modern and classic designs in finishes such as chrome, matt black, brushed bronze, oak and walnut.

Meanwhile EDIN units are available in eight beautiful colour finishes, including Havana Oak (pictured left), Warm Walnut, Matt Dove Grey, Matt Graphite Grey, Matt Stone, Matt Arley Blue, Matt Green and Gloss White.

Bathrooms to Love offers a range of complementary designs to pair up with the EDIN basin units. Choose from slim depth one-piece basins and tops; mini statement washbowls (see Ava Mini and Bella Mini pictured right); or space-saving semi-recessed basins (pictured below) – teamed with a stylish choice of slim laminate and solid surface worktops at just 12mm thick.

Luxurious throughout its design, EDIN boasts a high-quality and durable construction, featuring 18mm doors/fascias with soft-close mechanisms as standard. Easy to install too, the EDIN Fitted Furniture range is the ideal solution for small bathrooms, ensuites or cloakrooms offering optimum design flexibility for customised schemes.

For further information, or to order the EDIN range from Bathrooms to Love, head to the PJH Partners Portal, for Next Day Delivery to store or home, or call the PJH Customer Service team:-

Further information: Bathrooms to Love by PJH: T: 0345 450 8932 / www.partners.pjh.uk / www.bathroomstolove.uk

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Ritmonio selected for Art Nouveau penthouse apartment

May 20, 2026

A penthouse apartment set within an elegant early 20th-century Art Nouveau building in the historic centre of Reggio Emilia has been transformed into a sophisticated contemporary home by LAB DESIGN, led by Architect Nicola Pedron.

The renovation reinterprets the property’s historic character through a minimalist and timeless design language, with a focus on enhancing natural light, spatial flow and everyday functionality. A refined palette of dark oak flooring, gold-backed cork wallpaper, natural wood and satin-finish metals creates a warm and cohesive aesthetic throughout, while bespoke furniture and discreet indirect lighting reinforce the apartment’s calm, understated elegance.

At the centre of the home is an expansive open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, defined by exposed white beams and large windows overlooking the city rooftops. The master suite adopts a more intimate atmosphere, featuring a suspended bed and open walk-in wardrobe set against a richly textured backdrop.

The bathrooms were conceived as serene wellness spaces, combining natural stone, brushed resin and bespoke detailing to create a sophisticated spa-like feel. Here, solutions from Ritmonio play a key role in completing the scheme.

Selected throughout the project, the Diametro35 Inox collection in stainless steel complements the apartment’s contemporary material palette with its pure lines and understated aesthetic. Combining refined design with durability, hygiene and ergonomic functionality, the collection integrates seamlessly into the architecture, adding a subtle industrial edge while maintaining the project’s overall warmth and elegance.

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Project details

Project: Residential Renovation Penthouse
Location: Reggio Emilia
Architecture & Interior Design: LAB DESIGN – Architect Nicola Pedron
Tapware: Diametro35 Inox by Ritmonio
Photography: Filippo Barbero

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Acquabella affirms use of crystalline silica-free materials

May 20, 2026

Spanish bathroom specialist Acquabella has reaffirmed its commitment to health, safety and sustainability with a portfolio of premium mineral-based products that are entirely free from crystalline silica. Designed with wellbeing and environmental responsibility in mind, the company’s surfaces combine high-performance materials with independently certified credentials for indoor air quality, hygiene and recycled content.

As awareness continues to grow around the risks associated with crystalline silica and silicosis, a serious occupational lung disease linked to certain engineered stone products, Acquabella is highlighting its proactive approach to safer material specification. The manufacturer’s shower trays and countertops are deliberately formulated without crystalline silica, reflecting a long-term commitment to protecting installers, fabricators, employees and end users throughout the entire product lifecycle.

Instead, Acquabella’s products are manufactured using mineral fillers including calcium carbonate and dolomite, materials that differ fundamentally from crystalline silica-based engineered stone linked to silicosis cases globally. This considered material choice underlines the brand’s focus on creating safer bathroom solutions without compromising on design, durability or performance.

Certified materials designed for healthier living

Alongside being crystalline silica-free, Acquabella’s collections also deliver a range of independently certified environmental and wellbeing benefits. Its shower trays contain up to 74% pre-consumer recycled content, while countertops incorporate up to 57%, both verified by SCS Global Services.

The products also achieve an A+ classification for indoor air quality in accordance with ISO 16000-6, helping to support healthier residential and commercial interiors. In addition, Acquabella’s surfaces are certified antibacterial to ISO 22196:2011, offering enhanced hygiene performance for modern bathroom environments where cleanliness and ease of maintenance remain key priorities.

Further reinforcing its sustainability credentials, the company has registered both Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) and FDES certifications for its Akron® shower trays and countertops, independently verified to provide greater transparency around environmental performance.

Sustainability embedded across operations

Acquabella’s environmental commitment extends beyond product development into its wider manufacturing operations. The company states that 100% of the electricity used across its facilities comes from certified renewable energy sources, supporting a more responsible production model aligned with evolving industry expectations.

The manufacturer also holds ISO 14001 Environmental Management System certification, demonstrating a structured approach to reducing environmental impact and continually improving sustainable performance throughout its operations.

As part of its wider climate strategy, Acquabella has also completed the calculation and registration of its corporate carbon footprint, strengthening its commitment to transparency and lower-impact manufacturing.

With growing demand for safer, more sustainable specification choices across the bathroom sector, Acquabella continues to position itself at the forefront of contemporary bathroom design with products engineered to support both wellbeing and environmental responsibility.

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CRL Stone introduces luxurious Ceralsio Lucca Oro

May 20, 2026

With delicate golden veining set against a soft, creamy base, Lucca Oro is the latest surface to be introduced into the Ceralsio ceramic collection from CRL Stone.

Effortlessly elegant, Lucca Oro adds a layer of quiet luxury to interior spaces, tapping into the trend for warm-toned surfaces with natural movement. The stone-effect finish works beautifully in both classic and contemporary settings, pairing equally well with wood, brass, concrete and soft metallics.

As with all Ceralsio surfaces, Lucca Oro has been developed to offer outstanding performance in residential and commercial environments. Completely non-porous and highly stain resistant, it also withstands scratches, heat and UV exposure, ensuring that its colour and texture remain stable even in the most demanding applications.

Lucca Oro is suitable for use across kitchen and bathroom countertops, wall cladding, flooring, facades, media walls and outdoor kitchens. With the growing demand for thin, large-format surfacing, its availability in 12 mm and 20 mm thicknesses ensures designers and fabricators can achieve a high-spec finish without compromise.

For more information and brochures call CRL Stone on 01706 863600, or visit www.crlstone.co.uk

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Built-in baths extend Victoria + Albert’s popular Lussari collection

May 19, 2026

Victoria + Albert’s Lussari collection, one of the brand’s best-selling ranges, is expanding to offer new built-in bath compact bath options in 1600mm and 1700mm sizes.

The drop-in or undermount additions retain Lussari’s distinctive sculptural form and ergonomic comfort, while offering greater flexibility for a wider range of bathroom layouts. Ideal for smaller bathrooms, the launch also supports demand from designers and homeowners for alcove bathtubs in a luxe material, which can be clad in marble, stone, antique mirrored glass or high polished tiles for a striking and sophisticated design.

Named after the majestic Mount Lussari in the North-eastern corner of Italy, the collection offers an ergonomic design that encourages relaxation and rejuvenation, while also providing a comfortable showering experience.

With an elegant, oval shape that complements the Lussari freestanding and back-to-wall basins, the new built in baths can be paired a Victoria + Albert bath filler and overflow, negating the need for bath taps. Available in a gloss or velvety matt finish, which diffuses light beautifully, the new built-in baths offer levelling feet for perfect installation.

Victoria + Albert is a pioneer of contemporary freestanding bath design, having developed its own proprietary material, Quarrycast™ 30 years ago. Made from a blend of Volcanic Limestone™ and high-performance resins, the material is exceptionally strong and durable. Resistant to hair dyes and bath oils, it is more than twice as hard as acrylic with no creaking or flexing, and easy to keep clean.

Scratch, stain and UV resistant, the material is also a natural insulator, so less of the heat of the water is spent warming up the tub, and the bath water will stay warm for longer. While the material is hardy, it is surprisingly lightweight for easy installation.

Made to last, Victoria + Albert baths benefit from a 25-year consumer guarantee.

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Hendel & Hendel introduces Scroll, a sculptural solid-brass hardware collection

May 18, 2026

British cabinetry hardware designers and makers Hendel & Hendel introduce Scroll, a new solid-brass collection created for retailers, designers, and specifiers seeking hardware with a more sculptural presence across residential projects.

Inspired by the unfurling motion of a parchment roll or textile spool, Scroll is defined by its soft curvature, delicate taper and gently flared edge, creating the impression of movement held in brass. Crafted from solid brass, each handle is hand-finished to enhance the natural depth and variation of the material.

Scroll has been developed as a flexible collection suited to kitchens, wardrobes and utility spaces. Its clean, sculptural profile works across a wide range of cabinetry styles, offering a cohesive hardware solution that can be carried throughout the home. The range supports upsell opportunities through finish and size variation, while maintaining a consistent design language that is simple for customers to understand and adopt across multiple rooms.

Available in a range of sizes and finishes, including Burnished Brass and Dark Brushed Brass, Scroll supports a wide spectrum of interior palettes, from warmer, tonal schemes through to darker, more contrast-led spaces.

As part of Hendel & Hendel’s growing portfolio, Scroll reflects a continued focus on hardware that moves beyond purely functional requirements, offering designers an opportunity to introduce subtle sculptural elements into everyday cabinetry, while remaining practical for daily use.

For more information, visit www.hendelandhendel.co.uk

RRPs from £45–£120.

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