The “octagon” as a bathroom classic

The 1930 Series offers a complete solution for the style-conscious

At Duravit, the return to a long design tradition has resulted in the 1930 Series. It was inspired by a model that was a market success as early as the nineteen thirties. Consequently, for Duravit, 1930 isn’t just the name of a range but a reference to the thirties and the Bauhaus period. This school founded by Walter Gropius in 1919 aimed to create a unity of the arts, sciences, knowledge of materials and technology. Its impact on architecture and art is still felt today, even by the latest addition to the range: the built-in bathtub.

With dimensions of 180 cm x 80 cm, the bathtub from the 1930 Series is octagonal on the inside and rectangular on the outside. At the same time, the timeless design can be combined with state-of-the-art whirl technology. As a two-seater tub with central outlet, the tub comfortably offers space for two people. Here, too, the rectangular outer shape facilitates installation.

The affinity with the mathematics and architecture of the Bauhaus is again reflected in the octagonal footprint of the sanitary ceramics. The interesting aspect of the octagon derives from the different lengths and widths. It determines the design of the washbasin, WC, bidet and accessories.

In addition to the washbasin in widths 60, 70 and 80 cm with matching pedestals, there is also a built-in washbasin with a width of 58 cm for installation in practical surrounds. As an alternative to the handrinse basin with 50-cm width, a corner handrinse basin is also offered as a problem-solver extraordinaire. A bidet and WC are available as free-standing and wall-mounted versions and it goes without saying that these come with an octagonal body and octagonal lid.

All accessories feature skilled craftsmanship and an uninterrupted love of detail: from the towel stand and mirror to the glass holder and soap holder. Even the ceramic shelf is octagonal and the fastening of the towel holder has eight corners. For the metal surfaces, there is a choice of chrome or high-quality brass. This delicate design that is continued through to the very last detail of the 1930 Series makes the “octagon” a real bathroom classic.