The first in Ukraine mono-brand showroom of the world-famous manufacturer of sanitary ware
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Ukrainian design and architecture studio MAKHNO created the first in Ukraine mono-brand salon of the world-famous sanitaryware manufacturer Dornbracht, which opened the “Venice” salon.
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In this space, we embodied the concept of the five elements. To the four well-known – water, fire, air and earth, we added time.
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“In this project, the style of MAKHNO Studio is well-traced: balanced minimalism, correct geometry, and a pinch of ruffianism. It was quite easy to work with it: space seemed to dictate all the decisions to us”, – notes Serhii Makhno, the head of MAKHNO Studio
Water
In this project, it is a driving force. After all, the task was to create a unique space that would function like a real bathroom. In the showroom, you can test the latest technological innovations that Dornbracht is famous for Sensory Sky shower with the effect of fog, or summer rain, horizontal shower, and Foot Bath procedures.
Fire
In a small space, it’s strategically important to make the light work for you. In the showroom, there are several levels of lighting, which allow different accents. The first level is ceiling lighting, which creates a general background. Further, there are two lines of the author's lamps from MAKHNO Studio over the exhibition areas. The third level is the line of luminaires on the rail that defines the rhythm of the space. Thus, space has a life, and dynamics: light-shadow-light-shadow.
One of the values of MAKHNO Studio is to care – about the client, each other, and nature. Therefore, we are close to the philosophy of recycling, when the materials receive a second life.The walls of the showroom are made of an ordinary garage, which was dismantled, "marinated" in water and built upon the walls. The treatment is extremely simple – covered with lacquer to be touch-pleasant and subjected to wet cleaning.
Water
This project, it is a driving force. After all, the task was to create a unique space that would function like a real bathroom. In the showroom, you can test the latest technological innovations that Dornbracht is famous for Sensory Sky showers with the effect of fog, or summer rain, horizontal shower, and Foot Bath procedures.
Air
The atmosphere of the exhibition hall is honest, even somewhat harsh, but the space remains light. This is achieved due to the correct planning geometry with the most rational use of the area. In the centre of the composition is a glass cube, inside of which there is an exhibition area, where, indeed, you can take a shower.
Fire
In a small space, it’s strategically important to make the light work for you. In the showroom, there are several levels of lighting, which allow different accents. The first level is ceiling lighting, which creates a general background. Further, there are two lines of the author’s lamps from MAKHNO Studio over the exhibition areas. The third level is the line of luminaires on the rail that defines the rhythm of the space. Thus, space has a life, and dynamics: light-shadow-light-shadow.
Earth
These are textures that give the interior authenticity. The wall at the entrance is equipped with the author’s MAKHNO tile Mountains. The author’s lamps are made of old pipes. Rusty walls, metal frame with factory stamping. Surfaces are embossed, alive, and warm. Like the earth itself.
One of the values of MAKHNO Studio is to care – about the client, each other, and nature. Therefore, we are close to the philosophy of recycling, when the materials receive a second life. The walls of the showroom are made of an ordinary garage, which was dismantled, “marinated” in water and built upon the walls. The treatment is extremely simple – covered with lacquer to be touch-pleasant and subjected to wet cleaning.
“This project is interesting primarily because, despite its small area and simple solutions, it is not devoid of artistry, and creativity. An old garage on the walls, a game of light and textures – all together creates a vibrant, dynamic interior”, – says architect Igor Tykhyi.
