Showing posts with label Unique. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Unique. Show all posts

Friday, 14 December 2012

The Spy Bathroom

This bathroom in Milwaukee is part of a spy-themed bar called 'The Safe House'. 

Amazingly, a trip to the toilet in this place could lead to a full blown adventure, as the bar hosts a maze of twists, turns, misleading doors and hidden passages.

You eventually reach your destination behind a fake bookshelf where you must provide the secret password...Not for the weak bladdered mind you!

Check out the full article here. 



Friday, 9 November 2012

What is the future of bathroom entertainment?

It seems that technology is the order of the day, with many publications, news stories and social media being geared towards gaming, albeit, the future of gaming.

With a buzz of activity surrounding computer game releases, the future of consoles and smart TVs, we felt it appropriate to take a look at how new technology could find its way into the humble bathroom.

The bathroom is an escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life, a peaceful haven where you can divulge your senses, so it could be deemed slightly taboo to incorporate high tech gadgets and gizmos into your bathing experience.

With that said, a lot of people use television and computer games to unwind, and combining the two could be a dream come true for many.

These state of the art additions cannot span as far as the entertainment systems found in the living and bedrooms, due to the harsher conditions they must live in, but still provide ample brain melting facilities.

The Luxurite Legend Series Digital Mirror TV
For example, the Luxurite Legend Series HD Ready, Digital, Silver Mirror Bathroom TV comes in a range of sizes and combines all the functions of a regular unit with an added twist. 

Purpose built for the bathroom environment, the stylish television is designed to withstand the perils of the bathroom environment and – when turned off – transforms into a contemporary mirror, perfect for that subtle contemporary edge.

Moreover, the Tilevision widescreen TV combines a heated glass screen and remote control, allowing the TV to be used in high humidity such as hot tubs, bathrooms and swimming pools – for us, the idea of watching TV while in a hot tub is heaven.

With past exploits in bathroom video games, we already know that the future is bright for toilet technology. It wasn’t long ago since we saw Sega develop urinal-mounted video game Toylet over in Japan.

So how about the two combined? We have smart TVs in the living room, heat resistant TVs in the bathroom and top developers like Sega creating games for the toilet; could this be the beginning of a bright future for Bathroom entertainment? The rubber duck won't get a look in any more...





Friday, 28 September 2012

Japanese Toilet Technology: the future?


Like when Bin Men refer to themselves as Refuse Collectors or media students call themselves freelancers, the Japanese toilet provides a top of the range function for a job which is pretty dull and thankless.

A rather thorough control panel, but what does it mean?
If you’ve had the pleasure to visit Japan you may have noticed their technology seems fair in advance to our own, similarly, you may have noticed that the toilets display a range of functions which could be deemed slightly pretentious.

We are all aware of what the standard procedure for a trip to the toilet in the UK entails and it’s pretty simple, but on exploring the delights that Japan has to offer, it seems rather prehistoric in comparison.

On encountering one of these technological marvels, after performing the ‘simple bit’ you are then left with a control panel of options, with each button displaying an undecipherable symbol.

With, your most sensitive areas at stake it may seem rather daunting which to press first; single square? Line of dots? Two lines of dots? Each symbol evoking a mass of confusion, you settle for one at random and are treated to a jet of water followed by a blow dry!

Nice? That technology maybe slightly shocking at first but at least it serves a purpose and it’s not too far from the common bidet; bar the fact a bidet doesn’t take you by surprise. Let’s move on to some more interesting technological advances in Japanese toilet tech.

The Otohime, or ‘Sound Princess’ is a technology that could only be pioneered by the Japanese. Ever been in a situation where, under no circumstances can passers by hear your toilet activity? Whether a poor diet or painful exit is to blame, Japanese ladies have to endure this rather embarrassing feat day in day out.

The Sound Princess: activated by movement or frantic waving
The Sound Princess provides a rather unconvincing flushing sound to mask the fact that you’re producing some of the most humiliating sounds the human body is capable of; saving water from extensive flushing and saving your integrity.

Moreover, in the words of George Orwell, ‘Big Brother is watching you’ and the next piece of technology we discovered could be deemed indecently ‘probing’. Through innocent eyes, the idea of a toilet examining your outgoings for blood pressure, body fat and sugar levels, and sending them straight to your doctor, is an in genius invention which will allow us all to live long a bountiful lives.

On the other hand, if the doctor can gain your information, then potentially the authorities can, and nothing could be worse then being arrested for a crime you didn’t poo!     

So next time you look down at that ever confusing control panel after devouring six trays of sushi and a pint of Saki, remember what may lurk beneath, and just stick with the bidet.

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Thursday, 20 September 2012

Happy Camper? We Certainly Are!


The world has a lot to offer, beautiful scenery, culture, people, food and drink, the list goes on. In this day in age it has never been so easy to explore the many earthly delights on offer, but sometimes we are bound by money, travel and accommodation restrictions.

After attending Busfest this year, we discovered a brand new company which is breaking those boundaries: Leisure Hubs...




Leisure Hubs is a van customisation company which concentrates on producing high quality furniture and innovative technologies for your van interior, giving you the ability to take to the open road with all the conveniences of your home.

The interior
Van customisation isn’t a new concept, but more often then not, fully bespoke vans are made from low quality materials at home by passionate van owners; not by experienced professionals looking to originate unique style.

It looked to us like the Leisure Hubs furniture was made from very high quality materials, with a kitchen unit with working water, coffee machine, sink, storage and a bed but the feature which really impressed us and the many other bystanders was their integrated shower.

Integrated shower
We could see more than one use for the shower, not just great fro keeping yourselves clean while traveling the open road but also great for washing dogs after walks, surfboards and other equipment which could stain your interior on the travel home.

If you like the sound of this design concept and enjoy the idea of this compact, comfortable concept then be sure to keep and eye on the progression of Leisure Hubs who are launching their ‘No Compromise Camper’ on October 16th 2012 at the Motorhome and Caravan Show at the NEC.









Friday, 10 August 2012

Be Inspired to Design


Want to reinvent your bathroom but have no inspiration? Keep looking at those dull lifeless walls and can’t seem to fathom a design? It’s difficult to begin designing a bathroom suite, without a keen eye for interior design; it may seem like a daunting process.

Not everybody is a top designer, and sometimes it takes a good showroom, sales person or just somebody who knows the field, for you to start visualising your dream suite.

If you are one of these people, you are not alone, everybody finds it difficult to imagine a personal ideal, even top designers. This blog is aimed to get those creative juices flowing and looks at some of the worlds finest bathroom designs. Some of them may feel worlds away from your current suite, but any look is possible with the right eye and inspiration.

 Southern Ocean Lodge, Australia


This designer hotel can be found in Kangaroo Island Australia and is around £1,200 a night.

Of course, the stunning view plays a key role in its overall beauty, but this style of bathroom can be easily acquired in your own home, it’s a simple freestanding bath and basins right?

By ignoring the luxurious nature of the suite and the bank breaking price tag, if you take the essence of the suite, a combination of real wood vanities, wooden features and minimal freestanding bath, the bathroom is in fact a simple design possibility for a standard home.

If you check out our freestanding bath range, we are sure you will find a design that could kick start your new suite, and moreover, check out the Pelipal range, you will discover a host of vanity units and double basins which capture a similar effect to this striking luxury suite.   







Lime Wood


Located in the New Forest, Hampshire, this vintage bathroom overlooks a stunning view of nature and costs a modest £295 per double room.

Again, simplicity is key, and the bathroom is a traditional freestanding bath, lit up by the sumptuous natural light of the outdoors, making the space grow and exude elegance; maybe that is something to take on board in the development of your own suite?



Clos du Lethe


In Languedoc-Rousillon, France the £180 a night luxury farmhouse takes a different approach to its bathing facilities.

While most opt for a freestanding bath, the Clos du Lethe has developed a wet room.

Wet rooms are the epitome of simplicity, no panels, no trays, just a simple shower kit and the appropriate tiling.

Amongst showering facility the bath holds a similar look, and hotel’s owner, searched long and hard to find the exact copper pipe to drill into the farmhouse’s age old walls, in order to fill the bath in just two minutes. 

Why not check out some of our contemporary shower kits on our website and begin developing a similar idea of your own?


Monday, 6 August 2012

Bathroom Design Ideas


It is important to think about the bathroom design as much as the bathroom fixtures. If you’re thinking of remodelling your bathroom, consider adding elements of comfort and elegance. Think crystal chandeliers, gold plated faucets, marble flooring and a stained-glass window. Bathrooms are getting the royal treatment, elegance, softness and sophistication are the key words for bathroom décor these days. People are spending top dollar to get hand-made Italian tiles, custom-constructed and fitted hand-rubbed wood cabinets and its time you got in on the action!

Bathrooms are getting larger combined with dressing areas and walk in closets. Over sized bathtubs, separate showers, gym equipment and sauna rooms, the bathroom is quickly becoming a destination place in homes. Some homeowners are even tearing down walls and eliminating small bedrooms to create giant bathrooms that they can put their own design ideas into.

Eye appeal and convenience is just what you need, custom cabinetry is designed to provide maximum storage. Tall cabinets on either side of the sink area offer eye-level storage for bathroom necessities. A small bathroom will look larger with mirrored walls or cabinet doors. Consider having the cabinets cut shallower than usual and bump out the counter area around the sinks. It’s also worth considering having the countertop installed at two heights, the lowered area can then serve as a dressing table.

Ceramic tiles of all shapes and styles are the choice of the day. Many bathrooms have laminate or solid surface countertops, for any variety of looks and durability choose glass, ceramic, stone or metal tiles. There are many painted or embossed tiles to choose from, even in ceramic. These are especially useful to create a border around an area, a chair rail design or to frame a mirror or cabinet. Decorative tiles are sold by the piece so before you go shopping measure the space you’re going to tile so that you know how many tiles you’ll need.

Available at www.bathroomcity.com
The elegant bathroom you’re designing will definitely need two sinks. Block out a place on each side of the room for a single sink, each person will be able to use their sink without rubbing elbows. Some redesigned bathrooms have the sink in front of the window to take advantage of the natural light. Be sure to have cabinets handy if you’re thinking of using pedestal sinks, it will make the room more open. If you want to get the newest look in bathroom sinks, show a large bowl mounted on top of a bathroom counter. Artists and designers are using all sorts of materials such as marble hand-blown glass, gold-leafed glass or shiny metals.

Get rid of the large wall-size frameless mirror over your sink and replace it with a beautiful framed mirror. Chose frame modelling to enhance your space. With the traditional mirror dressed up in elegant frame, you might want to move the medicine cabinet out of the way or hang a mirror framed door over the cabinet.

The slightest amount of creativity and imagination can help to change a usually bare, cold space into a luxurious personal retreat.

Alex writes about home improvements and loves to make use of www.speedyservices.com tool hire to help keep costs down.

Monday, 30 July 2012

Stunning Pelipal Range Now on Display in Our Showroom


If you have had the pleasure of visiting our showroom recently you may have noticed some new additions to our already huge range of products.

Our 4 Pelipal displays are going down a storm with customers, offering a luxurious and robust array of bathroom furniture which really defines bathroom opulence.

We have on display the Loa, Contea, Cassca and Primadonna ranges, all offering a different look but never lacking in class and quality.




The Loa range is defined through its stunning mineral marble wash basin which comes in both single and double-solution, and helps to open up a room with its lightness and flowing design. The luxury basin also hides a fantastic light, which is perfect for night time visits and gives off a romantic radiance.

Our Loa display in store is finished with the silver front option which we believe is perfect for a contemporary suite as it embraces truly modern style a long side its huge basin and wall hung unit.

With its perfect blend of generous storage and ore inspiring basins, the Loa range is certainly worth a look in our showroom.  



The luxury Contea range is a curvaceous, beautifully shaped collection which oozes style, with its white mineral marble and glass wash tables, illuminated adoringly by light effects in the mirror cabinets.

The Contea display can be found in our showroom finished in a classic white gloss, which is perfect to suit any interior and also comes with a robust basin and storage space for all your bathroom essentials, if the substantial two draws cannot fit everything.

Again, another sizeable piece of furniture, with a totally different design to the last, the Contea range offers a stunning design which can be finished and customised in a vast amount of configurations.  



Available in three sizes, the Cassca range combines a white mineral washing table with an extravagant shape and generous sink. The unique style is complimented with sumptuous handles with the mirror and base cabinets providing a timeless design with generous storage.

Our Cassca display is finished in a simple modern matt black which is both an easy to clean and contemporary approach to bathroom furniture design. The range offers another robust look with its immense draw sizes, unit and basin, combining bold lines with even more storage and style, great for a big family bathroom.

Moreover, the selection of mirrors in the range can be combined in numerous combinations which can be altered to suit your personal taste or space and finished with additional lighting.



Extremely luxurious and at the pinnacle of grace and distinctiveness, the Primadonna range combines flowing rounded lines and charm to create an extravagant bathroom experience.

Our showrooms Primadonna display is our largest, and is right at the front of the shop as you enter. The double sink is a luxurious addition to your bathroom suite and again is perfect for larger families, during the morning rush.

Finished with a balck horizontal grain wood effect, the giant unit is the pinnacle of style for the modern bathroom, and still has a great range of practical design features with its cupboards and drawers offering more than enough storage space.


Pelipal offer a whole host of lavish lines, and our ranges on display in our showrooms really have brightened up the place; so why not pay us a visit and experience the majesty of what Pelipal has to offer. 

Tuesday, 19 June 2012

'Emotions' at Bathroom City


Bathroom City, Britain’s biggest bathroom factory outlet, is unrivaled in the wholesale and retail markets. Selling directly from their Birmingham based factory, Bathroom City cut out the middleman, ensuring every customer is spoilt for choice and offered great value.

Designing, manufacturing and selling straight from their factory outlet means direct savings on designer fitted bathroom suites, furniture, vanity units and sanitary ware. With next day delivery, thousands of products in stock within their giant 65,000 sq ft warehouse and free design services, Bathroom City deserves its reputation as the UK’s leading bathroom suites retailer.

Simple yet stunning, the Emotions furniture (pictured) offers a beauty that signifies you are at peace. Devastating yet refined, this range signifies a philosophy that resonates deep within your soul. Emotions imagines each of your movements, each of your gestures, each of your sensations. You can feel it from the first moment. A combination of groundbreaking solutions that have been created from your luxury desires. It expands your concept of pleasure and enriches your daily life with additional degrees of comfort.  

At Bathroom City we not only design, create and handcraft the Emotions bathroom furniture range, we are the exclusive supplier for the UK and boast the only Midlands showroom showcasing the luxury designs. Manufacturing our designs requires great skill and craftsmanship, using the very best materials and handcrafted techniques. These processes cost more but guarantee the highest quality is achieved. By making our own products we ensure a level of quality and authenticity unequaled anywhere else in the UK.

Those who take pleasure in minimalism in the bathroom will find an affinity with the Emotions series. Clear design, elegant form and sleek functionality ensure opulent individual style to your contemporary bathroom. Emotions’ goal is to create a cutting edge space for those whose values are unique and individual. Be at peace with your thoughts and feelings; indulge in this sumptuous range of designer bathroom solutions from Bathroom City.

For more information on the Emotions range see our website www.bathroomcity.co.uk

Wednesday, 16 May 2012

Vertical Bathroom

Here's something to be amazed by on a rainy Wednesday afternoon- The Vertebrae Vertical Bathroom. 
Occupying a mere 4.3 square feet, this "Swiss Army Knife Bathroom" takes space conservation to a whole new level, packing a toilet, sink, cistern, two storage units and two shower heads into one compact system.

We think it's a brilliant idea, but what about you?