INDUSTRY NEWS

NEW ETOILE CLOAK VANITY UNIT AND

BASIN BY IMPERIAL BATHROOMS

Imperial Bathrooms, unveils two additions to its elegant Etoile Collection: a new wall-hung Etoile Verona Cloak Vanity Unit and matching Etoile Cloak Round Basin.

The Etoile Verona Cloak Vanity is designed to enhance a compact area where space is at a premium like a cloakroom or en suite bathroom. By eliminating the need for legs, the vanity suspends from the wall to give a floating aesthetic look without monopolising valuable floor space.

The new Etoile Verona Cloak Vanity features a similarly styled ‘bow’ front and provides a drawer and cupboard space. Crafted and hand-finished from sustainably sourced real wood, the it comes in three wood finishes Natural Oak, Dark Oiled Oak and Wenge, along with a range of hand-painted options like Rosedale White, Cream Haze, Grey Ecru, Stoneywell Slate, Nutmeg Haze, Henley Blue and Moseley Blue.

Its signature curved profile is distinct and further enhanced by the complementary new Etoile Cloak Round Basin with delicate bevelled edges. Traditionally shaped and finely handcrafted with ornate period detailing, all ceramic ware in the Etoile Collection is moulded from clay to present a flawlessly smooth surface beneath layer upon layer of Imperial Bathrooms specialist glaze.

FRANKE SUPPORTS HIGH MEAD THERAPEUTIC FARM WITH PRODUCT DONATION

Franke has donated a sink, tap and three cooker hoods for a kitchen renovation at High Mead therapeutic farm that supports members of the community with learning and physical disabilities, mental health issues and disengaged youngsters. The products are now part of a working kitchen, supplied by Franke retailer Select Interiors (Southern) Ltd, which will teach young adults how to cook and learn life skills.

High Mead Farm based in Ferndown, Dorset, engages members of the public living with mental health issues, physical disabilities, addiction, Alzheimer's and dementia diagnosis, brain injuries, vision and hearing impairment, autism, Parkinson’s and learning difficulties, as well as children excluded from school, in a range of farm-based activities. The day service engages people in gardening, working with animals, nature, arts and craft, learning trade skills and more to bring a sense of wellbeing and selfworth.

Franke Area Sales Manager David Terry was approached by Wimborne-based furniture retailer Select Interiors, to help kit out a working kitchen as part of the restoration of an old barn at the farm. Franke was pleased to support the charity by providing three stainless steel cooker hoods, a spacious 1.5 bowl sink and a Valais mixer tap. Select Interiors supplied and fitted the entire kitchen free of charge to the charity.

David Terry says: “I was overwhelmed and in awe of the facilities at High Mead Farm and could instantly see how the farm offers a place of solace and an opportunity for members of the public living with a range of issues. It enables them to get away from the stresses of life and enjoy an array of activities. Franke was keen to support the Select Interiors team with the kitchen renovation and I hope the facilities can be enjoyed by many visitors to the farm for years to come.”

Peter Biss, owner of Select Interiors, says: “As soon as I was contacted and subsequently visited High Mead Farm, I knew that I wanted to support the good work the charity is doing in the area. By offering to supply and install the kitchens I could see the benefit this was going to achieve and I’m grateful to Franke for their desire and willingness to support such a worthy cause."

KOHLER MIRA TO PARTNER DEMENTIA CARE CHARITY, DEMENTIA UK

Kohler Mira has chosen Dementia UK, the specialist nurse charity, as its charity partner of the year, as voted for by its associates. The charity was chosen because so many people are either touched by dementia personally or know someone that has been and will look to raise vital funds to support families impacted by the disease when it is needed most.

Today, dementia is the leading cause of death in the UK. By 2025, more than one million people in the UK will be living with this condition. Sadly, there is no cure for dementia, but, thankfully, there is care. Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses are continually supported and developed by the charity to provide life-changing support for families affected by all forms of dementia. Their Nurses work in hospitals, GP practices and local community services to provide clinical, emotional and practical support that enables people to live more positively with dementia.

Craig Baker, Managing Director at Kohler Mira said: “Community remains at the heart of our company ethos and we’re delighted to be supporting Dementia UK and their Admiral Nurses as they provide such lifechanging care to those affected by Dementia. As a charity close to many hearts at Kohler Mira, we are dedicated to raising funds for such a fantastic cause and plans are underway for a busy year of fundraising.”

Roseann Thompson, Regional Fundraiser at Dementia UK, said, “Millions of us will know someone living with dementia and many will be directly affected by it. Our Admiral Nurses are a lifeline for families impacted by dementia. With this support from Kohler Mira, we can continue to provide vital life-changing care for the families who need it the most.”

If you are affected by dementia and need information or advice, you can call Dementia UK’s Helpline on 0800 888 6678 for support from dementia specialist Admiral Nurses. The Helpline is open from 9am to 9pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 5pm at weekends. Or email helpline@ dementiauk.org. The Helpline is staffed by experienced Admiral Nurses, who give vital support by telephone or email.

T: 0800 888 6678 E: helpline@dementiauk.org W: www.dementiauk.org

CLASSICAL BATHROOM DESIGN MEETS

HIGH-TECH AS THOMAS CRAPPER JOINS VIRTUAL WORLDS

Iconic British bathroom brand, Thomas Crapper, has joined Virtual Worlds, with its familiar traditionally-styled WCs, cisterns and sanitaryware now catalogued and simple to include in designs created with Virtual Worlds’ market-leading software.

A lot has changed in bathroom design since Thomas Crapper was founded in 1861 and, by incorporating new technologies and embracing change, the brand has enjoyed continued success throughout the decades.

Now that forward-thinking approach shifts up another gear, as its products can be easily incorporated into 3D and 4D designs by Virtual Worlds’ retailers. The market for classic and traditionally styled bathrooms remains as strong as ever and, by working with Virtual Worlds, Thomas Crapper can ensure its 21st Century customers can continue to embrace this great British look in a very modern way.

Commented Paul Dwyer, Managing Director at Thomas Crapper. “With our products available on the Virtual Worlds catalogue, our customers can easily integrate Thomas Crapper products into their new bathrooms, mixing and matching the various product options until they arrive at their dream space.”

Virtual Worlds’ Managing Director, Nathan MacLean, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Thomas Crapper on board as we continue to increase our manufacturer portfolio. Our design technology provides an immersive planning experience and having this household name on our system seems like the perfect way to blend traditional bathroom styling with a very modern method of design.”

www.virtualworlds.co.uk