by: Linda Jennings, CEO/Founder
The use of black as a key accent in the bath is trending in new home design and tops the list for renovations. A matte noir faucet, black vanity, or black on white tub injects flair to an otherwise mundane space creating a sophisticated yet bold look. Ideal for all bath design styles from modern to art deco and all themes in between. Create these eye-popping looks and enjoy a space that’s elevated to first class.
Free-Flowing Drama
The Serie 260 collection from the Isenberg Design Lab, offers an intriguing blend of structure and ease. The base of the faucet is softly curved with graceful lines inspired by gently flowing water, while the straight spout is elegant in its geometric simplicity. The overall effect is remarkable, perfectly pairing organic shapes with a contemporary sophistication that makes it a true standout. Serie 260 is available in single-hole or wide-spread designs with sleek handles that add visual interest and echo the minimalist vibe of the spout. The Serie 260 is a smart choice for creating a coordinated look in the bath with floor mount, wall mount and deck mount variations offered in chrome and brushed or polished nickel as well as matte black. isenbergfaucets.com
Brooklyn-Inspired
The Blake tub from MTI Baths was born from a creative partnership with renowned NYC design firm Studio DB as part of an upscale Brooklyn condominium project. The result was so successful that The Blake launched as part of their exclusive Boutique Collection available to designers and builders alike as a luxurious soaker or air bath. This sleek tub is notable for its distinctive lip that accentuates its elegant silhouette and contrasting exterior matte black color. Available in material colors of white or biscuit, in either matte or hand-finished deep high-gloss, with eight optional exterior colors – a great choice for those who want to add colorful contrast to an all-white bathroom. The Blake is crafted from MTI’s proprietary SculptureStone, a 70% mostly organic mixture of natural minerals mixed with high-performance resins to create a molded stone appearance that is solid, non-porous and resistant to stains, mold and mildew. mtibaths.com
Modern Metal
The Zoe from The Furniture Guild is a beautiful Mid-Century Modern vanity that offers stunning metal accents and clever storage solutions in a dramatic onyx finish! It features distinctive metal trim that surrounds the single drawer face, a metal finger pull, and handcrafted metal feet. Zoe provides ample storage for bathroom necessities with a clever drawer-in-drawer storage system featuring a full-height drawer face that conceals a split interior with a deep bottom drawer and a shorter version above. Zoe’s interior can be upgraded to a handsome walnut finish with interior lights, glass dividers and inserts, and a hairdryer holder. Each Zoe vanity is custom made to order by skilled craftsmen with no assembly line production. furnitureguild.com