- With its latest collection, burgbad has developed an innovative and modular bathroom furniture system based around the washstand: cconceptwall
- The timeless design by Marc Sadler combines the efficiency of a professionally planned bathroom with a lifestyle feel
- A creative and surprisingly simple modular construction system with maximum planning freedom and a wide choice of colours, components and finishes for individually configurable solutions
- The flexible pricing of the quality product ranges from the mid-price segment to exclusive top-end solutions
Bathroom furniture specialist burgbad has developed a totally new kind of bathroom furniture system in collaboration with designer Marc Sadler: as the name suggests, cconceptwall turns the wall into the key element of the bathroom design. Unlike conventional, additive bathroom furniture collections with individual elements that are mounted alongside one other on the wall without any compelling connection between them, cconceptwall is a modular “wall in front of the wall” system that merges the surface of the wall, the furniture and the washstand into a single homogeneous unit. The result is a coherent piece of furniture for the bathroom which, thanks to its uninterrupted surfaces and homogeneous appearance, succeeds in creating an extremely cosy and almost weightless effect.
A modular construction set system with no vertical or horizontal limits
The crucial product benefit cconceptwall offers is however the almost infinite combinability of its elements. Similarly to a construction set, the washstands can be combined with deck-mounted or wall-mounted fittings, tall cabinets, half-height cabinets, mirrors and mirror cabinets, shelves in various sizes and top panels as required. Thanks to different washstand and cabinet depths, maximum freedom when it comes to positioning the connecting elements and the fact that the module can be infinitely extended both vertically and horizontally, not just the washstand but even (existing) pre-wall systems or toilet and bidet equipment can be synthesised into a self-contained stylistic and functional unit. And because of the broad spectrum of different finishes available, expressive solitaire solutions can be perfectly integrated with virtually any design setting as well.
From floating sideboard to complete wall covering
The elements can be configured to create totally different types of furniture: closed fronts or open shelves; a compact cabinet or loosely arranged groupings; an asymmetrically graduated unit with open recesses or a floor-standing wall unit; vertical cabinet panels or airy, elongated sideboards; solitaire solutions or extensive arrangements that cover the entire surface of the wall – the sky’s the limit. And the key module – the washstand – can either be accentuated as a design element or deliberately understated.
cconceptwall’s visual lightness doesn’t just stem from the fact that it is airily mounted on the wall; it also results from the design’s consistently uninterrupted surfaces – an effect that is reinforced by the reduced depth of the furniture and the homogeneous alignment of the fronts. As a result, not even the floor-standing variants forfeit any of the lightness that is so characteristic of cconceptwall. So as not to ruin the effect of the continuous surfaces, the towel holders are integrated into recesses underneath the washstand overhang and the lighting disappears under the top panel and into the mirror cabinet. The latter features mirror doors with areas of satin (and thus translucent) glass that provide atmospherically dimmable ambient lighting into the bargain.
Inner workings: furniture that provides lighting as needed and glows from within
Pleasant light and good, individually adjustable lighting number amongst cconceptwall’s most important quality hallmarks. Even when a mirror cabinet is mounted above the pre-wall, the integrated and intelligently positioned LED lights bathe the entire width of the washstand in an even, shadow-free light. The generous storage areas are clearly lit and the dimmable ambient lighting provides additional safety.
Besides the good lighting, the individualisability of the components means that, almost as if by coincidence, cconceptwall satisfies many of the requirements of Universal Design. Choosing a one-piece pull-out shelf, for instance, creates space for seating under the washstand, and the wide finger grooves and convenient handling of the pullouts and cabinets cater to the needs of older users without compromising the aesthetics.
The efficient and ergonomically designed interior features also play an important role in the functionality of the new range. The pullouts are lined with non-slip mats and fitted with variable and extendable organisers, whilst the tall cabinets can be equipped with integrated sockets, hairdryer and tumbler holders, or even storage boxes that are simply clicked onto the inner walls of the carcass.
Fully integrated washstand for smart solutions in any situation
The starting point for designing a room with cconceptwall is selecting a washstand. The premium mineral cast washstand is available with one, two or three pullouts and ranges in size from the scaled-down solution for small or guest bathrooms all the way to a lavishly proportioned double washstand mounted in such a way that it appears to float. But apart from the dimensions, the customer can choose between two basic principles as well. The model developed for deck-mounted fittings features a fully integrated back wall; thanks to a u-shaped section on the wall side of the washstand, it can be combined with the wall unit and shelves without the need for a silicon seam, thus providing easy-to-clean splash protection for the sides of the furniture. In the case of a pre-wall installation, a reduced-depth washstand without a back wall can be used to prevent the overall volume looking too overpowering and preserve the lightweight, uninterrupted look. With the variant for the installation of wall-mounted fittings, a slot drain and innovative drain technology mean the pullout shelf doesn’t need a cut-out to accommodate the trap; the fully integrated back wall of the washstand has been brought forward to make it flush with the cabinets. Besides creating a homogeneous, uninterrupted front, this also makes the wall-mounted fittings easy to install without having to open the wall. As a result, wall-mounted fittings are even possible in places where they have not been anticipated by the architecture – in rented apartments, for instance. But regardless of which washstand variant the customer opts for – anything technical disappears inside the cabinet, giving the washstand and furniture the appearance of a compact, integral unit.
Broad spectrum of colours and finishes
When it comes to the finishes, the diversity principle is complemented by a harmony concept as well. There are oak effects in four colour variants, for instance, ranging from light to dark, as well as finishes with varying degrees of texture, all the way to a rough-sawn effect. The customer can choose from an unparalleled selection of other finishes too: high-gloss lacquer, a glossy, lacquer-like but more scratchproof acrylic finish produced by burgbad itself in a wide range of matt or gloss colours (the laser-cut edges of which are permanently fused with the panels rather than just being stuck on), all the way to new, expressively textured ceramic fronts. To make the selection process easier, burgbad has subdivided the style variants the colour concept is based on into customer-friendly clusters.
Four style worlds: Earth, Fire, Water, Air
Burgbad’s style worlds Earth, Fire, Water and Air aren’t just a way of providing concrete design suggestions, they are an unusually sensitive response to people’s different styles, attitudes and outlooks on life as well. Named after the elements, each of the four categories describes the aesthetic characteristics that can be imparted by the respective colours and finishes. The Earth selection, for instance, is dominated by materials with a down-to-earth impact and warm, natural colours, whereas Fire features strong contrasts with accents ranging from mustard-yellow all the way to red or aubergine. The Water world promises freshness, with wood shades ranging from limed grey to dark in combination with colours that shimmer from green to mint. Finally, the Air category features expressive black-and-white contrasts with fresh accents from the blue portion of the spectrum, radiating a sense of clarity and elegance.
Customising: as adaptable as a chameleon
The handles are also available in several variations, from meticulously countersunk finger grooves that can be centrally or asymmetrically positioned all the way to metal handles and even a handle-less variant with tip-on technology. The back panels of the open shelves, available in a choice of four vibrant colours, are another special feature that is ideal for creating unusual accents.
As a result, cconceptwall doesn’t just adapt to any spatial situation, it adapts to the personal tastes of its users as well: it is elegant and reticent, unusual and expressive, natural and warm, cool and architectural – like a chameleon that can change the colour of its skin to echo its surroundings. Cconceptwall thus introduces a degree of individualisability that is unique in the field of premium bathroom furniture.
Because cconceptwall can be used to design entire wall surfaces, the bathroom furniture collection can also take on the functions usually performed by the wall covering and even replace it to some extent. Especially when it comes to renovations, it allows individual solutions to be implemented relatively easily: old tiles are covered up and the pre-wall systems and technology are simply integrated into the new furnishings.
Flexible in terms of application, price range and national preferences
cconceptwall’s market positioning is just as flexible as the design possibilities it offers: it is equally suitable for new builds and renovations, for private homes and contract assignments. Even when it comes to price, the customer can choose between a mid-price configuration and an exclusive combination with sumptuous finishes. “cconceptwall is a design-oriented product that is attractive to a variety of very different target groups – both in terms of price and design,” says Jörg Loew of burgbad’s executive board. “cconceptwall is a quality product that is positioned in the mid-price segment and yet nevertheless international. That’s very unusual.”
Just as unusual as a system that offers so many possibilities for variation and is so extremely easy to plan: a creative construction set for experienced bathroom planners and imaginative consumers. A freely accessible online configurator helps turn the bathroom into an optimally used space with a very personal appeal – all thanks to cconceptwall.
A new type of bathroom furniture for a cosy interior design
Marc Sadler has designed a totally new type of bathroom furniture which, in terms of the creative flexibility of its forms, as well as its haptic and colour qualities, lives up to the same standards of cosiness we would like the entire interior to satisfy. Cconceptwall’s colourfulness – an unusual feature even outside the bathroom – also plays an important role in this, and represents a bold step towards interior design and lifestyle on burgbad’s part. Nonetheless, timelessness remains the essential feature of Sadler’s design.
According to Jörg Loew, the benefit of cconceptwall lies precisely in the fact that, when it came to defining the form of the individual elements, the French-born and Milan-based designer stayed entirely within a conventional, rectangular framework. “But he has synthesised these elements into a consistently homogeneous solution that brings a great sense of serenity to the furniture. That’s why we believe the product will be such a great success – because it’s simple, modern and timeless,” says Jörg Loew.
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