SOAK IN STYLE

Bathtubs that captivate with form and function.

byIsabelle Tow

Bathtubs that captivate with form and function.

"Bathtubs from this Australian bathware brand are made from Apaiser marble, reclaimed marble enriched with special resins, polymers and UV filters, which is scratch-resistant, stain-resistant and warm to touch."

For a luxurious experience such as a bath, you would expect the tub to come in more inspiring designs than your typical white porcelain rectangular containers. Here are five striking creations that will enhance your bath time and complete the look of your personal home retreat.

BIJOUX BATH BY KELLY HOPPEN, FROM APAISER

Designed by renowned interior designer Kelly Hoppen, this bath is part of the Bijoux collection for bathware brand Apaiser. The faceted exterior is inspired by the angular shape of cut diamonds, which is uniquely juxtaposed bysmooth interiors.

The bathtub is moulded to fit the curves and angles of the body for maximum comfort, while maintaining a slip-resistant surface for safe usage.

TOTO ENAMELED CAST IRON FREE-STANDING BATHTUB, FROM W. ATELIER

If you’re looking for a bathtub that will last for years, one that is made of cast iron will promise you that durability. This one by Japanese bathroom specialist Toto features an ultra-sleek design with chrome legs for a futuristic vibe.

VILLEROY AND BOCH SQUARO EDGE 12

Ceramic specialist Villeroy and Boch’s Squaro Edge 12 bathtubs are dualcoloured – white on the inside and colourful on the outside. Over 200 colours are available for customising the outer surface. Its bathtubs are made of Quaryl, Villeroy and Boch’s proprietary material, a pore-free material made from 60 per cent quartz and acrylic resin.

Unlike other bulky bathtubs, the rim of the Squaro Edge 12 measures a slender 12mm. Its creative design won it the Interior Innovation Award 2014.

WOHABEING SAMP AN DOUBLE BATH

The Sampan Double Bath mimics the elegant tapered shape of the traditional Chinese wooden boat. Made from Apaiser marble, Apaiser’s in-house material, the bath promises a luxurious experience with its backrests and infinity edge overflow details.

Back when the Singapore River was a thriving trading port, goods were loaded and unloaded into warehouses using sampans. Sampan in Cantonese means “three boards”, referring to the three planks that made its hull – a flat one for the base and two curved for each side.

<b>photo</b> MAREK SWOBODA

JAPANESE WOODEN BATHTUB

Home to a Japanese family, this penthouse in Robertson Quay features a soaking tub that was specially customised and shipped from Japan. The soaking tub, or ofuro in Japanese, is designed such that a body can soak within the bathwater while sitting upright.

Bathtubs that are made from wood retain heat longer than porcelain ones. Japanese soaking tubs are also deeper than typical bathtubs.

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