In architecture, the Golden Ratio is regarded as a formula for aesthetic harmony. For designer and architect Antonio Citterio, it became a source of inspiration: his Aurena bathroom design for Duravit impresses with its perfectly balanced proportions.
The starting point in the design process was to create a perfectly proportioned surface at the washing area: made entirely of ceramic and separated from the wet area, vanity tops with integrated dividers and precise, elegant contours are ideal for the tidy storage of bathroom accessories. Either a basin is integrated into this ceramic console or the console is combined with an above-counter washbasin made from ceramic or glass. The architect opted for compact basin sizes to prioritize large vanity tops. An aluminium profile frame with a stainless-steel finish tightly combines the console with the vanity unit, with a projection on one side for a subtly integrated towel holder.
For Antonio Citterio, furniture is an integral component of the design. A shelving unit made entirely of aluminum with an inlaid mesh base offers open storage space, which is complemented by a centrally placed element with two drawers on the double washstand. The Aurena range includes a closed alternative in the form of a furniture unit with two drawers. This can be mounted in a floating position on the wall or placed on a metal frame with graceful legs that enclose the carcass. Here the artisanal production processes are showcased with elegance: the mitered edges produce a front inset in the frame with extraordinary precision.
Ceramic in White or Black meets brushed stainless steel and a wide range of furniture finishes for unique and high-quality interior design. Super-matt carcass colors (White, Taupe, and Graphite) can be combined with identical matt or high gloss fronts and with special front fills. The textured wooden surface provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere while the white marble-look ceramic panels and the black lacquered glass create a classic, sophisticated effect.
Antonio Citterio’s designs for matching bathtubs, toilets, bidet, and a mirror ensure a harmonious overall concept. The integrated bathtub is made from the new cast-mineral material DuroCast Smooth, while the back-to-wall models and free-standing bathtub are made from DuroCast Plus. The chamfered edge lends a particular elegance. In keeping with the washbasin vanity tops, the wall-standing variant features a storage box that forms a connecting element between the organically shaped bathtub and the wall.
Photo credit: Duravit AG
