# Transparent Washbasin Mixers The Axor Starck V Collection is Both Beautiful and Functional By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-04-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washbasin-mixers References: [freshome](http://freshome.com/2014/04/17/experience-vitality-water-axor-starck-v-collection/) & [starck](http://www.starck.com/en/design/categories/industrial_design/bathrooms.html) This gorgeous and opulent Axor Starck V collection of washbasin mixers by French designer Philippe Starck is stunning. Looking more like art then washbasin mixers, this collection is the definition of [sleek with its transparent design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kohler-billet) and flowing lines. Designed in a way so that those using it are able to visually experience the vitality of water, the collection is made using transparent organic durable crystal glass. "Axor Starck V is the result of successfully combining technical know-how with the ultimate in water and product design expertise and decades of experience in bathroom design”, says Philippe Grohe, Head of Axor, at the collection's recent unveiling at Milan Design Week 2014. This beautiful and functional piece is sure to add a chic touch to your [kitchen or bathroom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bezel-collection). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Transparent Design:** The transparent design trend offers opportunities for businesses to create visually appealing and innovative products. - **Art-inspired Products:** The rise of art-inspired products presents opportunities for businesses to merge art and functionality in their designs. - **Enhanced User Experience:** Designing products that allow users to visually experience the features and benefits offers disruptive innovation opportunities. ### Where This Applies - **Bathroom Fixtures:** The bathroom fixtures industry can integrate transparent design elements to create visually striking and functional products. - **Kitchen Appliances:** Kitchen appliance manufacturers can leverage the transparent design trend to create unique and artistic products. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can incorporate transparent design concepts to create modern and visually appealing products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Museum-Like Bathroom Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/face-face-bathroom-collection.md) - [Contemporary Sleek Mixer Taps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/botte-mixer.md) - [Chromatic Concrete Bathroom Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kast-alto-collection.md) - [Sculptural Brass-Constructed Mixer Taps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faro-mixer.md) - [Water-Celebrating Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aqua-gallery.md) - [Colorful Resin Faucet Handles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chromablock.md) - [Playful Concrete Wash Basins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kast-wave-collection.md) - [Geometrically Inspired Faucets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantini-oxy.md) - [Stealthy Limited-Edition Faucets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formation-01.md)