It is no more the showers and closets that determine the elegance and glamour of a bathroom. Bathroom accessories have gained equal if not more prominence than sanitary fittings and fixtures. Stacking and storage accessories, free standing towel rails, corner tables and storage cabinets, foaming soap dispensers, toilet roll holders, robe hooks and grab bars are some of the most common add-ons to bathrooms.

Functionality, ergonomics and safety are of prime importance in the design of bathroom spaces. Every object ought to have its specific location creating a unified feel which lends a feeling of aesthetics and relaxation. With simple details, intermingled with a play of material and colour, these elements can accessorise and personalise the space, adapted to individual life styles.

Contemporary appeal

 With international brands like Sicis, Devon & Devon, Rapsel and designers like Antonio Lupi under one roof, the range of options to choose from offers the possibility of mix & match and an added planning flexibility.

The world of bathroom design has gone through a complete makeover with new accessories and designer pieces emerging in the market. People are beginning to realise that these are spaces which require attention. Every object is viewed as a work of art that exudes a style statement.

With new emerging concepts of light therapy and aroma therapy integrated into bathroom design, the possibilities are endless. Objects like Japanese tatami trays & mats, floor lamps, mirrors, attractive posters, display cabinets and vanity units are gaining increasing popularity as focal points for bathroom spaces.

Maintenance and Finishes

The exterior of these accessories is polished in palladium silver or stainless steel chrome - plated to offer seamless wipe-clean surfaces and minimal maintenance. Other steel finishes like mirror, polish, buffing also add variety to the range of options available. Fusion products combining glass, ceramic and metal with lacquer are the other alternatives.

 Shower partitions with features like smooth sliding mechanism, magnetic handles and reversibility are available that can be adapted or extended to suit varying dimensions. Current lifestyles demand that bathrooms offer extra facilities beyond the purely functional.

Apart from the now common shower jet panels and Jacuzzis, ingenious trends in design include doubling the bathroom up as gym, complete with an exercise bike and rowing machine. Installation of complete home theatre systems with plasma TVs and surround sound with a dance floor built into this private retreat are some of the other ideas doing the rounds.