Introducing a new classic product portfolio for the bathroom and kitchen – Axor Montreux, an iconic collection that is stylish and functional. Axor Montreux was introduced at the Interieur Kortrijk, held in Belgium from October 14-23.
Drawing from an era of increasing prosperity and dynamic modernisation, Axor and the Stuttgart-based Phoenix Design Studio have created a bath and kitchen collection in the style of the first industrially manufactured fittings. With authentic forms and defining design features of the early 20th century, Axor Montreux is an iconic collection that stylistically reflects on a time of scientific and cultural change. Functionally, it delivers the highest qualitative standards and acknowledges the technological advancements of the age.
Axor Montreux is characterised by additive forms and charming stylistic detailing. Industrial design elements, such as pipes and valves, were not only combined with classical details (e.g. delicate cross handles and ceramic inlays), but also with contemporary lever handles. A unique reminiscence of this time also includes a bridge variant of the three-hole washbasin mixer. With cross handles and authentically labeled ceramic inlays, it is a genuine reminder
of the first industrially manufactured fittings.
Functionally speaking, Axor Montreux stands for technological advancement: state-of-the-art technology and engineering turn taps, shower pipes and accessories into charming and innovative reinterpretations of the 20th century without compromising comfort. The first
classical kitchen taps from Axor allow for maximum operability around the sink with swivel and pull-out spouts. In the bathroom, taps with lower and higher spouts now accommodate different comfort zones. Ease-of-use is also evident in the new Axor Montreux Showerpipe: operating elements for overhead and hand shower are separated with ergonomic lever
handles.
Authentic, precise design and state-of-the-art industrial manufacturing processes characterize the new bath and kitchen taps; the latter is evident in the distinctive finishes that the collection is available in: chrome and nickel. Both are applied using the highly intricate PVD (physical vapor deposition) technology, by which a coating is applied in a vacuum using steam. This leaves the fixtures extremely scratch and abrasion resistant.
Attendees on the 2017 International Design Tour to Interzum and Ligna will have the opportunity to visit Hansgohe’s headquarters and factories in Schiltach, Germany as part of the Design stream. Stay tuned for more information coming soon!
For more information visit hansgrohe.com.au or axor-design.com
