Posh Bathing

Posh Bathing is a bathroom specialist showroom unlike any other I have visited. Owner Gary Walmsley has created a fabulous resource boutique, with an impressive display of quality products by some of the leading European designers.

While some of the suppliers may sound familiar, there are are also some little known brands that are sure to be popular with private clients, interior designers, and architects.

 If you think that Gary has the usual array of sinks, taps and showers - think again!

There are steam showers, quality mineral cast basins, bespoke furniture, wall panels, designer radiators and funky taps.

On display are taps by Maier Griferias which have swarovski crystals, stylish radiators by K8 and Brem, furniture by Burgbad, steam showers, mirrors from Zierath. The list of suppliers is quite staggering.

 Gary is no stranger to the key European design shows and his interest in locating and forging relationships with innovative suppliers is key to the success of this showroom.

There are faux brick and stone wall panels, marble tiles with led lighting, mosaics, and much, much more - all beautifully arranged and complimented by a huge selection of basins and taps.

 One of the more exciting developments has been in his enthusiasm for designer radiators.

I was fortunate to be able to meet up with him in Italy this year where we visited Italian designer Brem. Quite simply their selection of both electric, and plumbed radiators are breathtaking.

Another supplier of note is Tubes Radiatori . The Scaletta shown here is available in a wide range of sizes and colours.

Zazzeri have a unique range of taps with interchangeable coloured heads and impressive eco credentials when it comes to saving water.

Furniture is supplied by Burgbad and Fiora to name but two. However there are bespoke pieces in multiple finishes with glass, wood or marble inserts.

This haven of inspiration is well worth a visit. Gary's eye for developing his product range is matched equally by his expertise in installation. A perfect blend of style and experience.

For opening hours or to book an appointment contact him here.

Tubes Radiatori

Monte Carlo

 Tubes Radiatori is a company whose total premises cover over 18,000 sq metres in Resana, a province of Treviso  Italy.

Set up in 1994, on the back of 30 years of experience in plumbing and heating systems, it is recognised as much now for its innovative and stylish heating systems as it is for its slick components.

The company's philosophy is clear - to manufacture heating units that have an aesthetic and architectural feel. Certainly the contribution made by renowned designers as Ludovico and Robert Palomba with Matteo Fiorini, Elisa Giovannoni, Satyendra Pakhale and Peter Jamieson have shown the commitment Tubes have investing in good design.

Included in their portfolio are heating elements, towel warmers and radiators - both wall mounted and freestanding , as well as water and electric systems.

Scaletta

 A unique selling point is their remote valve, which can be positioned up to 6 metres away. This in itself is completely innovative and allows for greater flexibility and aesthetics in the creation of their units.

Full technical sheets and guidance for installation are available.

But back to design. While the radiators are clearly energy efficient with a steel tubular element, it really is the marriage of "contemporary artwork and a piece of fine craftsmanship" which is beautiful.

'Scaletta' is representative of a ladder and is an electric supply radiator available freestanding or wall mounted. In its freestanding form the  point it can be easily moved is one of the endearing qualities.

Trame

The 'Trame' really does look like a piece of contemporary metal art, and is available in 110 colours. The fact it looks so appealing aesthetically is a testament to the incredibly complex manufacturing process of turning radiator pipework tubes into an undulating weave of 'fabric' that  is as energy efficient as it is gorgeous in looks.

'Montecarlo' is a simple shelving towel rail/ radiator with an seemingly unending bank of colours available to choose. Like many of the other Tubes products, there are different sizes and freestanding or wall mounted options.

While all these radiators are ultimately destined for the domestic end user, an architectural or interior designer's eye may be required to visualise or even to assist with the selection process. What is sure, is that the finished product will look and work fantastic.

Add- On

 Satyendra Pakhale created the 'Add- On' -  core 12 x 24 cm recyclable aluminium unit that can have multiple units 'added on' to create something truly unique. Again designed with remote valve operation, it truly deserved the Red Dot 2008 design award for design and technology.

And Tubes designers continue to do what they do best - continually creating radiators for the interior design market.

'Kangeri' is a project on the go, a portable heating system that builds up heat from an electric source and can be moved emitting heat when unplugged for many hours.

 'Rift' is a vertical and horizontal array of extruded square units, not unlike thin girders that definitely has an architectural feel in design.

Tubes also manufacture a range of 'Basics' which I have not shown here.

For information and prices on any of these products contact Radiating Interiors

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