Borderline. Image Courtesy of antoniolupi
Over time, the functional purpose of bathrooms has remained unchanged due to their design being shaped by biological parameters. Initially, bathrooms were solely intended for hygiene and waste management, leading to their perception as unhealthy and purely utilitarian spaces, separate from the rest of the living areas.
However, with the introduction of water supply systems and drainage networks, bathrooms have become an essential component of interior design proposals, reflecting the user’s personality through color, coverings, accessories, and decorative elements. Bathroom design has evolved to offer proposals that feature formal cleanliness, multiple nuances, subtle coexistence of elements, and customization possibilities. Brands like antoniolupi have pushed the boundaries of bathroom design by collaborating with renowned architects and designers such as Paolo Ulian, Brian Sironi, Luca Galofaro, and Mario Ferrarini, among others.
Carlo Colombo’s Borderline is an example of such collaboration, reflecting the high quality of “Made in Italy” craftsmanship that has made Italian design a global reference in various fields, including automotive and fashion design, architecture, and bathroom furniture. Italian brands and designers are known for their skill and sensitivity in seeking a perfect symbiosis between form and function, with attention to design in every detail. The formal cleanliness of bathroom furniture allows for a balanced integration of technological-functional and aesthetic-formal aspects, resulting in high-quality results that often appear effortless in their harmony of materiality and details.
Borderline. Image Courtesy of antoniolupi
Customization Meets Craftsmanship
Despite the functional purpose of bathrooms remaining unchanged throughout history, the need for customization in their components has become increasingly important. This is where the high-quality Italian craftsmanship of the Borderline collection by antoniolupi shines, offering a vast spectrum of possibilities for personalization.
To achieve maximum customization, a structural system capable of supporting significant loads such as marble countertops was incorporated. Both the floor-standing and suspended versions of the collection offer high levels of customization for individual storage needs, allowing the bathroom furniture to maintain the essence of Italian design while adapting to various sizes and design requirements.
Borderline. Image Courtesy of antoniolupi
The collection offers different aesthetic configurations to express various identities, from sober materialities with suspended systems and matching color countertops to matte black details in the accessories. Combining the floor-standing system with wood and marble creates a sophisticated character that showcases the essence of Italian craftsmanship.
The same attention to detail and functionality extends to the interior configurations of the modules. Various orthogonal partition compositions allow for the development of the bathroom’s identity according to both storage and aesthetic requirements. The choice of drawer size emphasizes the horizontality of the design, and the continuity of the circular handle characterizes the collection. The hardware chosen for the interior of each drawer plays a crucial role in defining the overall image of the cabinet.
Borderline. Image Courtesy of antoniolupi
The look is determined by the choice of drawer size, emphasizing the horizontality of the design on the different levels, and by the continuity of the circular handle that characterizes the collection. To customize the interior of each drawer, the choice of hardware is essential not only for the correct performance of simple everyday actions but also to define the overall image of the cabinet.
Strato System. Image Courtesy of antoniolupi
The Strato system uses slender smoked glass dividers made in different sizes to create partitions that not only save space but also add identity and style to the inside of the drawers.
Domino System. Image Courtesy of antoniolupi
In contrast, the Domino drawer system offers a unique approach by utilizing two modules that intersect to create perpendicular partition compositions, providing an additional layer of customization possibilities.
The meticulous attention to detail and relentless pursuit of design quality are guided by the “form follows function” principle, which is reflected in subtle yet remarkable technical features. The collection boasts aluminum frames and handles, illuminated drawers, under-cabinet lighting that creates a floating effect, and a selection of complementary products to match each element.
To explore the diverse range of antoniolupi products, including the Domino collection, visit their showroom located in the Design District of downtown Milan at Piazza Lega Lombarda or check out their exhibit at Salone del Mobile (Hall 2, Stand B23-B25). To gain priority access to the exhibit, simply fill out the form.