by For such a luxurious experience such as a bath, you would expect the tub to come in more imaginative designs than their typical white porcelain rectangular containers. Here are five striking tub creations that will enhance your bath time and complete the look of your personal home retreat.
Bijoux Bath by Kelly Hoppen, from apaiser
Designed by renowned interior designer Kelly Hoppen, this bath is part of the Bijoux collection for bathware brand apaiser. The faceted exterior of the bath is inspired by the angular shape of cut diamonds, which is uniquely juxtaposed with its smooth interiors.
TOTO enameled cast iron free standing bathtub, from W.Atelier
If you’re looking for a bathtub that will last you years, one that is made from cast iron will promise you that durability. This one by Japanese bathroom specialist Toto features an ultra-sleek design with chrome legs for a futuristic vibe.
Villeroy and Boch Squaro Edge 12
Ceramics specialist Villeroy and Boch’s Squaro Edge 12 bathtubs are dual-coloured, shiny white on the inside and colourful on the outside – over 200 colours are available for customising the outer surface. Their baths are made from Quaryl, Villeroy and Boch’s proprietary material, a pore-free material made from 60 per cent quartz and acrylic resin.
WOHAbeing Sampan Double Bath
The Sampan Double Bath mimics the elegant tapered shape of the traditional Chinese wooden boat. Made from apaisermarble, apaiser’s in-house material, the bath promises a luxurious experience with its backrests and infinity edge overflow details.
Images by Marek Swoboda.
Japanese wooden bathtub
Home to a Japanese family, this penthouse in Robertson Quay features a soaking tub that was specially customised and shipped from Japan. The soaking tub, or ofuro in Japanese, is designed such that a body can soak within the bathwater while sitting in an upright position.
