Kitchen&Bath Stunning Simplicity
Bold, simple lines and unparalleled quality distinguish this Happy D tub from Duravit. “The china is heavier and whiter than any other line,” says Astrid Bergstrom, Showroom Manager at Robinson Bath Centre. She adds that Duravit - which boasts more than 200-years of innovation, including the development of the chamber pot in 1842 - continues to manufacture all its products in Germany, using that country’s renowned ingenuity. Accordingly, the tub is available as a soaker or a whirlpool, for installation against the wall, in a corner or as a freestanding unit with a real wood skirt like the one seen here. Available in a wide variety of angles, the units are all a roomy 70” by 31 ½” and 24 ¾” deep. Consumers can choose from four different marine-grade wood veneers in American Walnut, Macassar, American Cherry or Bleached Oak. “With the free-standing, you can put the filler any way you want it,” says Bergstrom, “either floor or wall mounted.” The collection also includes a washbasin, toilet and bidet, as well as a wall-hung vanity with curved wooden doors that open, providing plenty of room for all kinds of toiletries. All Duravit products are created by professional designers, and the Happy D series is no exception. In this case, Seiger design provided the inspiration for the crisp clean look.
Completely Custom
How many times have we dreamed of a precise design for some aspect of our home’s interior, only to find that it does not exist in the market? For those discerning homeowners who want to have exactly what they envision, the answer is custom manufactured millwork. “If you can dream it, we can build it,” says Steve Brewer of Western Millwork. From traditional to contemporary, Western Millwork’s experienced design and engineering team specializes in creating custom architectural woodwork, completing the client’s unique space. For this bathroom, in keeping with the homes character, the homeowner wanted floor-toceiling cherry woodwork with oval mirrors and a skirt for the tub. With very specific ideas for the look they wanted and Western Millwork’s unique blend of hand wiped stains, this space has a warm yet polished feel. “The quality of our finish is superior,” notes Brewer. More than cabinetmakers, Western Millwork’s team can create anything made of wood or composite materials. This includes doors, frames and casings, as well as furniture pieces, buffets, and built-in entertainment areas. And not to be forgotten - walk-in closets. “We strive for the best fit and finish,” says Brewer, “so that everything functions properly and looks outstanding.”
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