New Outfit for the Starck Barrel From Duravit

    October 9, 2007 - The history of Duravit's range of Starck products finds its roots in the Starck 1 series, which launched in 1994, marking the first collaboration between the Hornberg, Germany-based bathroom products manufacturer and renowned architect Philippe Starck.

    Philippe Starck's exceptional understanding of the interplay between form and function culminated in his design of sophisticated, cutting-edge bathroom products such as the Starck 1 series, which have over time become international icons.

    Duravit Starck 1 Barrel

    Starck 1 Barrel Vanity

    In designing the Starck 1 series for Duravit, Philippe Starck found inspiration in primitive forms, such as the washbowl, bucket, hand pump and nail. Since its initial launch, the Starck 1 vanity unit, reminiscent of a barrel, has proven to be one of Duravit's most appealing and recognizable products. Over the years, the "barrel" has become Duravit's best-selling bathroom furniture piece, and it continues to enjoy great popularity.

    For these reasons, Duravit is now extending the range of furniture options available for this timeless piece. In addition to its existing pear and macassar finishes, the celebrated Starck 1 vanity will be available in an American Walnut real-wood veneer.

    "As a manufacturer of complete bathrooms, Duravit's goal is to tailor our vast product range to appeal to a wide variety of consumer tastes. Because bathroom furniture in American Walnut is a favorite amongst consumers, we are now offering the Starck 1 barrel in this shade. With this new addition, we are bringing together two success stories," said Tim Schroeder, President, Duravit USA.

    As a stand-alone, versatile, and functional unit, the Starck 1 vanity offers an ideal complement to bathroom furniture and bath panelling available throughout the Duravit range of products. With a 23" diameter and a glass shelf with chrome rail accessory combination, the Starck 1 vanity offers generous and convenient storage space.

    Inside, the Starck 1 barrel is coated with black, easy-to-clean melamine. Its quadrant-shaped, curved doors facilitate easy access through a wide-opening angle. Sleek chrome handles add the perfect finishing touch to an otherwise beautifully elegant, modern bathroom furniture piece.

    For more information, please contact Duravit USA, Inc.

    2205 Northmont Parkway
    Suite 200
    Duluth, GA 30096
    Phone +1 770 9313575
    Fax +1 770 9318454
    info@usa.duravit.com

    www.duravit.us