The 'CONE INVI' washbasin is a naturalistic fixture for the home that is crafted from an unexpected material to infuse a touch of texture into the bathroom. Crafted from a wood slab, the countertop sink vanity is paired with a black steel drain to add a dramatic touch, which is inset into the rectangular basin for a more modern finish. The unit has also been outfitted with a small planter section on the opposite side to house small succulents or other greenery.
The 'CONE INVI' washbasin is the design work of Germany-based Tischlerei Paul Neumann, GmbH and is the winner of the 2018 Red Dot Design Award. The design speaks to the need for dedicated naturalistic finishes for the home as consumers seek to bring a touch of the natural world indoors.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Naturalistic Bathroom Fixtures
- As consumers seek to bring the outdoors indoors, there are opportunities for designers to create unique naturalistic fixtures, such as wooden washbasins.
- Sustainable Bathroom Design
- Using unexpected, eco-friendly materials, such as wood, in bathroom fixtures creates opportunities for designers to create sustainable products with unique textures and finishes.
- Bathroom Planter Integration
- Integrating planters into bathroom fixtures creates opportunities for designers to optimize space while creating a unique, naturalistic touch.
Who This Affects Most
- Home Decor
- Designers and manufacturers in the home decor industry can capitalize on the trend of naturalistic fixtures in the bathroom and create innovative, sustainable products with unique textures.
- Woodworking
- Woodworkers can explore the possibility of creating unique wooden washbasins for the bathroom, incorporating elements like planters and drains to create visually appealing, functional fixtures.
- Sustainable Design
- Sustainability-minded designers can embrace the trend of using eco-friendly materials in bathroom fixtures and integrate planters for a unique touch that maximizes functionality.
