Duravit: A Wealth of Forms for the Washing Area

Round or square? A wealth of forms are now available for the washing area: from sleek lines through to gentle curves with the latest offerings from Duravit South Africa.

Angular sophistication: the clever separation of the wet and dry area of the rectangular Bento Stark Box above-counter basin appeals especially to people who love order. (Image source: Duravit AG)

Formal aspects are not only a key factor in the design of a bathroom, but are also central to the expression of personal style. Choosing the right formal language for the washing area profoundly shapes the impact and atmosphere of the room.

The broad range of different designs offered by Duravit allows every washing area to be individually styled.

Qualified interior designer Jennifer Politze has worked as an expert consultant in the sanitary field at Holtzmann for two years. (Image source: Holtzmann & Sohn GmbH)

Jennifer Politze, interior designer and sanitaryware consultant at Holtzmann & Sohn, has been having a close look at this topic and highlights the significance of shapes for a personal and attractive bathroom design.

Angular sophistication: the clever separation of the wet and dry area of the rectangular Bento Stark Box above-counter basin appeals especially to people who love order. (Image source: Duravit AG)

A question of taste.

“Because shapes can be combined with one another flexibly, they don’t generally follow trends or have a predefined trajectory. At the same time, there’s currently an identifiable tendency toward round designs,” said Jennifer Politze, adding that the choice between angular and round shapes depends to a high degree on individual preferences and the required ambience.

All round: the Bento Starck Box also offers the perfect washing area for lovers of round shapes. The above-counter basin with a diameter of 460 mm sits perfectly on the White Tulip vanity unit. (Image source: Duravit AG)

Different shapes convey different impressions: right angles stand out and convey the feeling of stability and consistency, making them a favourite of people with a strong sense of structure and clarity. Round shapes, on the other hand, create a soft, balanced impression, which appeals above all to those who prefer a harmonious and composed atmosphere.

Box: the combination of Vero Air above-counter basin, Manhattan faucet, and L-Cube furniture produces a striking washing area solution. (Image source: Duravit AG)

Combinations such as a round above-counter basin with straight-lined bathroom furniture bring together the best of both worlds for interesting contrasts in the bathroom.

Interplay of components

“The impact of the bathroom is not only to do with the shapes selected, but also the colours and materials chosen. Round and angular forms can produce different effects, depending on how they are combined,” said Jennifer Politze. For instance, shapes with defined edges combined with cool colours and smooth surfaces can create a modern and minimalistic aesthetic, while organic shapes with warm shades and natural materials produce a cosier, more inviting atmosphere.

The love of tulips: inspired by the organic silhouette of a tulip in bloom, the round White Tulip above-counter basins create exquisite highlights in the bathroom. (Image source: Duravit AG)

Holtzmann & Sohn GmbH is an owner-managed specialist wholesaler for sanitary products, civil engineering, heating systems, and regenerative energies and has been in business since 1898.

Qualified interior designer Jennifer Politze has worked as an expert consultant in the sanitary field at Holtzmann for two years. Her job is to provide advice and comprehensive planning expertise in the bathroom exhibition in the main building in Ronnenberg.

Contrasts: the round above-counter basin of the Vitrium range stands out thanks to its elegant design, contrasting perfectly with the straight-lined Vitrium furniture. (Image source: Duravit AG)

Contact: Duravit South Africa.

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