Uncomplicated and dependable, the contemporary designs of MGS’ Minimal Beauty Collection feature simple shapes and slim silhouettes. Crafted out of true solid stainless steel, the designs feature high-quality materials paired with functionality, yet the finish is refined and smooth – an ode to Swiss perfection. The collection is comprised of six deck and wall-mount faucets, including a bidet faucet. Unique to the collection, the MB4 and MB6 faucets come without traditional handles; temperature and volume are operated with a handle at the end of the spout.

Manufactured using the most progressive machines available, each flawless piece in the Minimal Beauty Collection is perfectly polished to an impeccable shine; beautiful in its final form.

The stunning Rain Showers, also composed of 100% solid stainless steel, pair luxury with cutting-edge technology. Bringing modern style to a typically traditional fixture, these exposed shower systems are available with a round or square rain canopy and feature a thermostatic mixer. The mixer incorporates a volume control that is operated independently of the temperature control. Rain Shower systems are available as a showerhead, or can be upgraded to include a stylized handshower. All systems are available in matte or polished stainless steel.

Here are some pictures of MGS products, all provided by MGS: www.mgsdesigns.com. Click on any image for a larger version:

MGS Insets Details

MB4 Single Lever Mixer

Thermostatic Shower Valve

Thermostatic Tub Filler

MGS Rainshower

MB6 Single Lever Mixer Wallmount

The Passion Collection featuring fine Bernardaud porcelain is a testament to gracious living and fanciful design. The Passion faucet combines the femininity of the clover-shaped handles with the architectural savvy of the right angled, geometric spout. The accessories that adorn the suite feature the Bernardaud mascot – the butterfly – in a refreshing green. Here are some pictures of the collection. Please click any image to view a larger version.

THG Passion

THG Passion

THG Passion

Capucine Vert bath accessories

Capucine Vert bath accessories

THG Papillon at the Golden Globes

THG Papillon at the Presenters Lounge

Lalique Crystal in the Presenters Lounge

Lalique Crystal in the Presenters Lounge

Lalique Table at the Golden Globes

Lalique at The Golden Globes

Via @ THGStyle.com

THG USA is the exclusive importer of luxury bath products from the House of Tetard, Haudiquez and Grisoni (THG) in Normandy, France. The THG collections comprise over 250,000 products, found in unique architectural residences, hotels, resorts, luxury yachts and royal palaces worldwide. Customers may visit one of 90 authorized THG designer showrooms across North America to choose from a selection of over 150 designs and 35 finishes. Visit THG USA on the web at www.thgusa.com or www.thgstyle.com. For additional information contact DRS & Associates at 818.981.8210 or www.drsandassociates.com.

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The National Kitchen & Bath Association has released their top for Kitchen & Bath Designs in 2010. We love this list and agree completely with this list. Click on any image to view a larger version:

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Kitchens

1. Traditional is the New Contemporary – Traditional will continue as the most popular kitchen design style in 2010, with contemporary following closely behind, while the Shaker style is seeing a surprisingly strong resurgence. Shades of whites and off-whites will be the most common kitchen colors in 2010, while brown, beige, and bone hues will also be popular.

Photo Courtesy of O’Neil Cabinetry

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2. Cherry on Top - Cherry will remain the most popular wood for kitchen cabinetry, followed closely by maple, while alder increases in use. As for the finishes placed on those cabinets, medium natural, dark natural, glazed, and white painted will all be common. Other colors of painted cabinetry and light natural finishes are in decline, however, as are distressed finishes.

Photo Courtesy of Wellborn Cabinetry

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3. Floored by Tile – Ceramic and porcelain tile, as well as natural stone tile, remain popular kitchen flooring options, but hardwood will dominate the kitchen landscape more than ever in 2010. For countertops, granite continues to be the most popular option, but quartz will nearly catch up in popularity. For backsplashes, ceramic or porcelain tile and glass will serve as the primary materials.

Photo Courtesy of Arizona Tile

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4. Flexible Faucets Standard kitchen faucets will become less standard in 2010 in favor of more convenient models. Pull-out faucets continue to increase their market dominance, while pot filler faucets will also become more prevalent. Kitchen faucets will most often be finished in brushed nickel, followed by stainless steel, satin nickel, and—surprisingly—polished chrome.

Photo Courtesy of Delta (Brizo)

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5. Undercounter Refrigeration French door and freezer-bottom are the two most popular styles of refrigerators, and side-by-side refrigerators remain a popular option. A surprising trend is the extent to which undercounter refrigerator drawers are being used in the latest kitchen designs. Perhaps even more surprising is that undercounter wine refrigerators have been recently specified by half of kitchen designers.

Photo Courtesy of GE

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6. A Range of Cooking Options The tried-and-true range continues to serve as the workhorse for cooking, although the combination of a cooktop and wall oven is beginning to overtake it. Gas will maintain its position as the most popular type of cooktop over electric, although induction cooking continues to gain in popularity due to its energy efficiency.

Photo Courtesy of GE

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7. Dishwasher-in-a-Drawer Standard dishwashers, with the traditional door that pulls from the top down, will once again be easily the most common type in 2010. However, an increasing number of dishwasher drawers will be installed in kitchens this year for their convenience and their ability to wash small loads of dishes in each drawer, thereby saving water and electricity.

Photo Courtesy of Jenn-Air

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Bathrooms

1. In With the Old, Out with the New- Traditional will be the most popular design style in bathrooms in 2010, as contemporary designs will be a distant second, followed by the Shaker style as an even more distant third. Beiges and bones will be the most common colors used in bathrooms, followed by whites and off-whites, and then by browns, indicating a somewhat subdued color palette this year.

Photo Courtesy of Wellborn Cabinetry

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2. Ceramic and Granite- Ceramic and porcelain tile will be the dominant flooring materials in bathrooms this year, while natural stone will continue to prove popular as well. Though increasingly popular in kitchens, hardwood flooring won’t become common in bathrooms in 2010. For vanity tops, granite will remain king, with quartz and marble also proving popular options.

Photo Courtesy of Arizona Tile

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3. Simple Fixtures- Perhaps more than ever, the most common color for fixtures will be white. Bisque and off-white will be the only other fixture colors at all common in new or remodeled bathroom. For sinks, simple undermount models will be most popular, followed by integrated sink tops, drop-in sinks, vessel sinks, and pedestal sinks.

Photo Courtesy of Kohler

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4. A Nickel for Every Finish- Faucet finishes in the bathroom are similar to those used in current kitchen designs, with brushed nickel continuing to lead the way in 2010. Polished chrome and satin nickel will also be incorporated into many bathrooms, just as they had been throughout 2009. These faucet finishes will be followed by bronze and stainless steel.

Photo Curtosy of Delta (Brizo)

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For more information please contact NKBA Editorial Coordinator Annette Gray at agray@nkba.org.

About the National Kitchen & Bath Association The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) is a non-profit trade association with nearly 40,000 members that has educated and led the kitchen and bath industry for more than 45 years. NKBA.org provides consumers with an inspiration gallery of award-winning kitchen and bath designs, as well as articles, tips, an extensive glossary of remodeling terms, and illustrations and explanations of planning guidelines. At NKBA.org, consumers can also find certified kitchen and bath professionals in their areas, submit questions to NKBA experts, and order the free NKBA Kitchen & Bath Workbook. To learn more, visit the NKBA Press Room at NKBA.org/Press or call 1-800-THE-NKBA (843-6522).

The distinctive product designs are the core of Watermark Designs’ offerings. Each customized faucet, shower system and bath accessory is created through a hands-on design and development approach. Watermark Designs is a true-manufacturer based in Brooklyn, New York, where they utilize the skills of experienced craftsmen and specialists to create collections that blend the industrial chic, the traditional, and the modern together. In their bath designs they match impeccable style with a clean aesthetic, industrial tones, and elegant finishes that satisfy the most exquisite of tastes.

Here are several collections that evoke the character of Watermark Designs; a preview into the vast range of the innovative brand and a taste of the freshest creations out of Brooklyn. Click on any image for a larger version and visit Watermark-Designs.com for more information:

Clodagh Touch27

The Touch 27 Collection is designed by the world renowned design studio, Clodagh Signature. Known for collections based on feng shui, the Chinese art of creating harmonious surroundings, Clodagh Signature fuses these disciplines into sleek modernism that is truly timeless. For Watermark Designs’ Touch 27, clean shapes are accented with unique hammered accents that set the tone throughout the collection.

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Watermark Titanium

Watermark Titanium

Watermark Titanium

The Titanium collection lives up to its bold name with a faucet that is available with two hydro-progressive water control options, including a smooth sleeve with a small lever that blends flawlessly into the fixture, or a knurled-textured sleeve that enhances grip while creating a subtle contrast to the polished base and spout. Temperature control and volume are activated in one motion by the hydro-progressive sleeve.

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Watermark - Classic Contemporary Collection- Frank Lloyd Wright

The Classic Contemporary Collection features eleven handles, each inspired by a legendary architect — a savvy design combination from classic to modern can be created. From the geometric shapes inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, Frank Gehry’s use of free-flowing forms, to I.M. Pei’s love of the abstract, each collection is distinctive and artistic, subtly intricate yet reflective of the inspiring architect behind their design.

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Watermark Stratford Collection

Evoking an old-world traditional look and feel reminiscent of fixtures found in a classic New York brownstone, the Stratford Collection features an assortment of lavatory faucets, shower systems and matching bathroom accessories. With unique touches and options like solid brass levers, porcelain, or Swarovski-cut crystal levers, and cross-handles, the collection is the perfect match for an acute taste for the vintage by creating a refreshingly timeless look.

All images courtesy of Watermark-Designs.com

In the world of eco-chic, sometimes style is sacrificed for the sake of the environment. But what if you could minimize your carbon footprint while still maximizing innovation and creativity? fluid faucet’s future-forward fixtures do exactly that. Meet a brand of bath fixtures that feature meticulous curves, unique angles, mirror-like polished surfaces, and industry–breaking water saving technology. The choice for LEED-certified projects. Green has never looked more fluid^TM. Visit the fluid website at: fluidfaucets.com

The fluid brand is broken into eight different environmentally-friendly (and aesthetically stunning) collections. Each collection calls to mind a different element from nature, art or architecture. All lavatory faucets come equipped with a low-flow aerator that performs at 1.5 gallons-per-minute, a rate that has awarded all models with WaterSense^TM certification.

Fashioned in the shape of a semi-arc rainbow, the Sublime Collection reaches the highest levels of form and functionality, with a gently curved spout ideal for vessel sinks.

The Penguin Collection is a clean, contemporary line of bathroom fixtures, which features a true fusiform shape and takes its design cues directly from nature. The single lever faucet has a streamlined silhouette, upright form and horizontal spout.

Featuring graceful, cello-like curves and angled edges, the Swing Collection embodies the rhythm of music in its flowing form.

The Emperor Collection is a modern collection with Asian design undertones. The faucet was the recipient of the CIDF Gold Award and the iF Product Design Award, for its sweeping form, reminiscent of the ancient Qin dynasty.

Like its noble namesake, the Toucan Collection is versatile, distinctive and features all the elements of effective design. The faucet’s spout is shaped exactly like the keel-billed toucan itself, allowing it to prominently extend over the sink.

For the spa-lover, the Fan Collection borrows its graceful lines and motion from history. Its flat spout emits a waterfall flow, offering extreme comfort and superior conservation.

The Wisdom Collection is an inspirational collection complementing a wide spectrum of sensibilities. Inspired by the ancient Greek Acropolis, this collection pairs classic lines with bold volumes. The ideal choice for the transitional or contemporary bathroom looking to maintain beauty and environmental consciousness.

Reminiscent of the enduring craftsmanship of the ancients, the Jovian Collection’s formal and austere lines recall the tenants of classic architecture, a stark contrast to the very modern eco-chic technology inside its gorgeous design.

To see the entire collection visit the fluid website at: fluidfaucets.com

Sublime Faucet

Fluid Wisdom Rain and Hand Shower

Fluid Swing Faucet

Fluid Fan Faucet

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Aquavolo Duetto Waterfall

Aquavolo Duetto Rain Shower

The innovative stainless steel Aquavolo Duetto by JACLO® is a waterfall spout that also lets you switch between a refreshing rainshower or a generous waterfall. The horizontal position of the flat spout lets forth a refreshing rain shower, and if you flip the spout down, the water falls as a generous waterfall. Design allows for easy installation in new or existing showers without major renovation. www.jaclo.com

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Fan Faucet by fluid

Fan Faucet by fluid

Fan Faucet by fluid

Once representing social status in ancient Asia, the bathroom fixtures in the Fan Collection by fluid™ borrow their graceful lines and motion from this history. Because of its completely flat spout, both the faucet and tub filler emit a waterfall flow for the true spa effect. The faucet is also eco-friendly and can be equipped with a low-flow aerator for an industry-breaking 1.5 gallons-per-minute, a rate that has awarded it WaterSense certification. www.fluidfaucets.com

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THG Niagra

THG Tangara

SURF by THG

ESPACE by THG

THG’s line of six unique waterfall bath fixtures offers a visually stunning (and expedient) alternative to traditional tub fillers. Like Nia’s wave-inspired arched tub filler, perfect for creating a gorgeous cascade of water into a modern tub. Or the clean lines of Espace, whose crisp edges and unconventional geometry provide a stunning contrast to the soft waterfall. And Tangara’s sleek form, highlighted by gold accents, is molded with the slightest ripple, for an exceptional design inspired by nature and perfected by technology. www.thgusa.com

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See also: Waterfall Showers

PENGUIN

Penguin Fluid Bath Line

The Penguin Collection is a clean, contemporary line of bathroom fixtures, which feature a true fusiform shape and take their design cues directly from nature.

TOUCAN

Toucan Fluid Bath Line

Like its noble namesake, the Toucan Collection is versatile and distinctive and features all the elements of effective design.

SUBLIME

Sublime Fluid Bath Line

The Sublime Collection reaches the highest levels of form and functionality. The faucet was fashioned in the shape of a semi-arc rainbow, with its spout pointing to the sky.

SWING

Swing Fluid Bath Line

The rhythm of music is reflected in the flowing form of the Swing line of faucets.

EMPEROR

Emperor Fluid Bath Line

The vitality of the ancient Qin dynasty influences the sweeping form of the Emperor Collection.

JOVIAN

Jovian Fluid Faucets Bath Line

The Jovian line is reminiscent of the enduring craftsmanship of the ancients. The collections’ formal and austere lines recall the tenants of classical architecture.

FAN

Fan Fluid Faucets Bath Line

Once representing social status in ancient Asia, the fan fixtures borrow their graceful lines and motion from this history.

WISDOM

Wisdom Fluid Faucets Bath Line

Wisdom is an inspirational fixture suite complementing a wide spectrum of sensibilities. The ancient Greek Acropolis was the inspiration for this collection, which pairs classic lines with bold volumes.

*fluid is manufactured by Sustainable Solutions International (SSi™), a U.S. based green products manufacturer and distributor with offices in Los Angeles and Vancouver.

In contemporary design, less is more. This is the philosophy leading faucet and fixture manufacturer MGS had in mind when designing their new Minimal Beauty Collection. Featuring simple shapes and slim silhouettes, all crafted from true solid stainless steel, this handcrafted collection pairs high-quality materials with expert functionality and cutting-edge design. The Minimal Beauty Collection is comprised of deck and wall-mount faucets, which were manufactured using the most progressive machines available, and each piece is created seamless and smooth, without the use of screws. After the mechanical fabrication, the final touch is given by expert polishers who hand finish each part to an impeccable shine or soft luster of natural brushed stainless steel. MGS fixtures are characterized by a minimal, yet graceful, aesthetic with the purpose of emphasizing the beauty of the stainless steel itself.

There are six bathroom faucet models available in the Minimal Beauty Collection including wall-mount and deck mount single hole mixers and a bidet faucet. The MB6 wall-mount faucet is incredibly unique because it comes without traditional handles. The faucet is operated by a handle on the end of the spout, in which volume can be controlled by moving it up or down, and the temperature is controlled by moving it from the left to right. MGS’ MB4 and MB5 faucets are also deck mounted, but feature a modern square spout and are also operated via a handle on the spout itself.

“The Minimal Beauty Collection showcases MGS’ stunning Italian design identity,” said President of MGS USA Eric Goldman. “These are fixtures that make contemporary and modern design timeless.”

Click on any image to see a larger version. Pictures provided by www.mgsdesigns.com

MGS Minimal Beauty - MB1

MGS Minimal Beauty - MB2

MGS Minimal Beauty - MB3

MGS Minimal Beauty - MB4

MGS Minimal Beauty - MB5

MGS Minimal Beauty - MB6