Antonio Citterio
Escape the ordinary with an AXOR shower experience
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“To me, ‘Escape the Ordinary’ embodies the idea of transforming the bathroom into more than just a functional space.”Antonio Citterio
How do you create a bathroom experience that is truly extraordinary?
Under the umbrella of its new campaign claim, ‘Escape the Ordinary’, AXOR asked Antonio Citterio, one of the world’s leading architects and designers, to engage with just this question. The Gentleman of Design, as Citterio is widely known, responded with three distinct bathroom concepts that are extraordinary not only for their understated elegance and individuality but for the luxurious and personalized water experiences they provide.
Japanese City Loft
Citterio’s first concept takes us to an unnamed Japanese city, where a minimalist residence blending traditional elements with modern architecture is surrounded by a historical garden. In the bathroom, natural wood flooring and a monolithic marble washbasin, topped with a sleek AXOR Citterio C single lever mixer, help to create a sense of meditative calm. The contrast between the rough concrete and the erfinde black mosaics, both integral to contemporary Japanese design, creates a serene yet sophisticated atmosphere, reflecting the duality of Japan's cultural heritage.
It’s in the shower that this journey finds its true destination. Towering floor-to-ceiling windows connect the space with views of a serene garden, allowing nature to provide the backdrop to a shower area of all-encompassing luxury. Here, AXOR Citterio C takes center stage, offering three distinct showering experiences: an enveloping rainfall from the ceiling-integrated overhead 270/270 1jet above; the arced jet of a wall-mounted overhead 120/120 1jet; and the precise spray of a baton hand shower.
An AXOR ShowerSelect ID thermostat and function diverter allow for the comfortable, intuitive control of this multi-faceted water experience. An AXOR Drain as well as hanging and storage items from the AXOR Universal Softsquare Accessories complete the product specification. Finished in Brushed Nickel, the selected products span several ranges yet form a harmonious, functional whole that reflects the spirit of the surroundings.
Western Cape Apartment Residence
Situated near Cape Town, South Africa, Citterio’s second bathroom concept emphasizes the region’s simple elegance and raw, natural beauty. Each material was chosen not only for its aesthetics but for its ability to tell a story, to create spaces that resonate with the spirit of the places that inspired them.
The materials palette references the rocky surroundings of Cape Town. For the walls, Citterio selected a water-repellant plaster made of red local clay. For the flooring, the designer opted for Palladian Terrazzo. Made with reclaimed materials, the terrazzo “adds a touch of heritage and sustainability, celebrating the region’s resourcefulness and connection to the land.” Supple red mosaic tiling at the shower completes the look. At the washbasin, Citterio echos the theme of resourcefulness, placing a rectangular AXOR Suite wash bowl on a clay-plaster cabinet and pairing it with a single lever AXOR Citterio E mixer.
It is in the shower area that this concept’s sense of place comes into full focus. Water-efficiency is crucial for any bathroom in drought-affected South Africa, which is why Citterio relies on the EcoSmart* AXOR ShowerSphere Overhead shower 370/220 2jet. With its distinctive yet timeless design and generous, angle-adjustable spray, operating at a flow rate of just 8 L/min, the AXOR ShowerSphere proves that comfort and sustainability are not mutually exclusive. To support the adjustable AXOR ShowerSphere overhead shower as the centerpiece of the bathroom, Citterio has selected an ensemble of matching fixtures: an AXOR Citterio C porter unit, an AXOR Drain, and a thermostatic modules from the minimalist AXOR One collection. All bathroom fixtures are finished in Brushed Black Chrome, an exclusive AXOR FinishPlus surface, to create a subtle but splendid contrast with the rooms’ deep red walls.
Mediterranean Hotel in Rome
For this bathroom concept of a Mediterranean-themed hotel room in Rome, Citterio returns to his native Italy for inspiration. Clad in a thoughtful mix of Rosso Levanto marble and travertine, a stone deeply rooted in the local architecture, the bathroom evokes the grandeur and richness of Roman culture. A lush terrace with sweeping panoramas of Rome provides a connection to the outdoors and captures the timeless elegance and historical depth of the city.
With its contemporary silhouette, an AXOR Citterio C 3-hole mixer at the washbasin smartly contrasts with the choice of classic materials. But the aesthetic power and experiential possibilities of Citterio's concept truly come together in the shower area. Here, the combination of an AXOR ShowerSphere overhead shower 250/160 1jet, an AXOR Citterio E shower bar and an AXOR ShowerSolutions 130 3jet hand shower perfectly complements the space’s modern Roman aesthetic while offering a decadent selection of spray modes.
With the help of an AXOR ShowerSelect ID thermostat, guests can enjoy a full range of luxurious showering experiences while soaking in views of St. Peter’s Basilica. Citterio has opted for his selection of AXOR products to be finished in luxurious Brushed Bronze, another exclusive AXOR FinishPlus surface and that perfectly complements the splendor of the Eternal City.
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