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TAPS &
BASINS

Silia Bathroom

Fittings Collection

by Anna Owczarek and
Katarzyna Logwinienko

he Silia collection draws
inspiration from a fusion of
Tminimalist design and a rich
colour palette. Its foundation lies in the
classic tube, featuring flexible forms and
soft contours. Silia surpasses conventional
standards through modern design and
innovative solutions. In developing
the collection, the focus was not only
on practicality but also on imparting a
stylish, decorative accent to each fitting.
The harmonious balance of form and
function, along with a diverse range of
colours, makes Silia a functional and
versatile choice for contemporary spaces.
The designers of the Silia collection
made sure that each model was
intentionally designed for optimal
comfort and usability. The upper part of
the shower column is foldable and adopts
an interesting and original shape. Despite
the small shower head, the stream forms
a cone and maintains optimal intensity.
Other conveniences include: a handset
holder integrated with the fixture body, a
ceramic switch with a click-type function,
and a Cool-out handset that remains cool
to the touch.
The production and implementation
technology employed in creating the
mixers for this project centres around
casting technology. Crafted from stainless
steel, the mixers are adorned with brushed
colours achieved through an advanced
PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition)
coating process, ensuring a durable and
aesthetically pleasing finish.
The research commenced with the
conceptualisation of the Sila collection,
focusing initially on the design of
the shower column. The aim was to

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