Good design should aim to create solutions for how we live everyday – both aesthetically and functionally. The bathroom has come a long way from the days when it was simply a practical space. Design is now a driving force and it’s important that we recognise this and continue to strive to seek and create trends in the bathroom and bring unique solutions to a space that is constantly evolving.

Roca, the leading global bathroom brand, together with BCD, the Barcelona Design Centre is launching the fourth edition of Jump the Gap 2010/11, Roca’s international design competition.

Myson, the first name in heating technology, has a stunning range of individually hand crafted towel warmers and decorative radiators available.

Saturno is the latest innovation in radiator design – an electric towel radiator made from lightweight, laminated wood with a remote controlled programmer to set temperature and operating times.

Fully thermostatic, the Digimix shower from Creda provides the ultimate in convenience through a wireless remote control which can be used up to 10m away from the base unit.

The sleek new digital Identity range from VADO is a guaranteed talking piece for any installation, be it at home or in a commercial property. The flow and temperature of the water is operated by a digital touch screen control.

Purmo’s sleek Faro H is a decorative, horizontal radiator with a sectioned, stylised front, which emphasises clean, ascendant lines, while unique curved sides give it a pure, exquisite appearance from every angle. Characterised by its high heat outputs, the Faro H also comes with an adapted top cover that emphasises its unique design.

MHS Radiators has launched a new generation of lightweight, aluminium Italian-designs. Competitively priced, these chic and sophisticated styles will have an impact in any interior.

The latest product from Schell is an electronically-operated wash basin fitting aimed at the public and commercial sector. The Celis E is a robust but elegant tap manufactured in one piece, avoiding the seams that make it hard to maintain hygiene standards and available as a mixer tap for hot and cold water or for cold or pre-mixed water. The solenoid technology enabling automatic ‘hands-off’ operation makes it suitable for frequent-use public situations, minimising water consumption and maintenance.

Bauhaus has introduced the Stream II WC portfolio to complement its best-selling Stream furniture or as a stunning addition to any modern design.

Crosswater is setting the trend with the stunning new Signature range of contemporary brassware. Featuring a long right-angled spout and novel lever each piece is in keeping with the cutting-edge style so popular in today’s bathrooms.

When it comes to breaking the boundaries of heating design, no company does it better than Aestus and its latest addition; Vasily, is set to be the talk of the town.

HiB’s range of stainless steel mirrored cabinets offer modern choice that combines practical design elements with sleek style.

As consumer demand for wet rooms increases, it is important that retailers understand the changing market and the wide variety of products on offer in order to profit from this opportunity.

When you think ‘wet rooms’ you probably think designer bachelor pad or boutique hotel, however, this is one trend that spans all generations including the growing over 50s market.

Back by popular demand, the Linea Touch range from Showerlux offers luxurious and contemporary enclosures with ultra slim aluminium frames to provide a stunning centrepiece for any bathroom.

Bob Bowler, MD at Showerlux UK, comments: “Consumer demand encouraged us to bring back Linea, and this time around we’ve added single slider doors and wetroom panels to this stylish yet affordable range”.

Air Uno is justly famous for its high-tech extractors that remove moisture, odour and grease effectively but quietly.

Its ultra-stylish Faber range from Italy includes this decorative wall-mounted design - The Mirror Art extractor - which answers the demand for more individualistic cooker hoods.

CD (UK) Ltd’s range of Fontana Corian® sinks provides the ultimate seamless solution for the Kitchen.

High performance Corian® has long been a favourite of kitchen designers for worktops. With more than 70 colours in the extensive Corian® kitchen colour palette, Fontana sinks now allow a seamless flow between the worktop and sink in all of these colours.

Recent highly successful and distinctive VitrA ranges are the result of cooperation with prominent designers who understand both the brand values and the company’s advanced manufacturing capabilities. Shift designed by NOA Design Group, for example, creates a versatile and modular collection that offers a seemingly limitless combination of options.

Following in the style of classic high-end furniture, the beautifully crafted Petworth shaker door from Burbidge is complemented by the patterning of European oak, revealing the delicate wood grain and tone variations which make each piece unique. The result is a look that simply exudes luxury and quality.

The British Ceramic Tile Signature collection includes ranges of wall and floor tiles created in association with top British Designers, such as Studio Conran and Laura Ashley.

The Laura Ashley tile collection from British Ceramic Tile has been designed as the ideal complement to the Laura Ashley home furnishing ranges. The Laura Ashley Isadore floral collection (pictured) provides an up to date and dramatic alternative to the black and white theme, the lustre finish floral design is available in three options, allowing you to be as subtle or as bold as you like.

Myson, the first name in heating technology, has a stunning range of individually hand crafted towel warmers and decorative radiators available.

Myson’s Seine is a unique example of engineering disguised as art and is guaranteed to provide a stunning focal point in any room. This striking three dimensional wall-mounted structure is formed from tubular heating rails in a largely vertical array except where they are shaped into a series of stepped loops, which can be used for hanging towels in a bathroom or simply enjoyed as a piece of sculptural design in any location.

Totally exclusive to Waterfront, this chic collection has been conceived and produced in close collaboration with some of Britain’s leading Interior Designers, including the internationally renowned, Kelly Hoppen and Mark Humphrey.

'Distinctive and Aspirational, the Designer Collection challenges the traditional, explores the future and lifts bathroom fittings to a new aesthetic, offering the ultimate stand-out finish to your design project'.

Take a simple form, a tap for example, look at it, hold it, feel it, re-create it. VADO did exactly that with its Time range. VADO challenged all expectations of brassware design by using resin in the handles; a technique used frequently in high-end jewellery design but never before replicated in brassware. In fact, the motif is set and the resin poured at a workshop in the jewellery quarter in Birmingham. This distinctive range benefits from a sleek contemporary form combined with a traditional and stylish decoration, which has a timeless quality and complements any bathroom setting.

Made from wood, Leaf is a major innovation in radiator design from Bisque, the company that pioneered designer radiators.

This eye-catching electric radiator is beautifully constructed and engineered, with gently curving horizontal fins that create a sculptural, organic shape, contrasting with the detail of visible wood grain.

We are delighted to announce some additions to our elegant Halcyon design. We can now offer this freestanding bath in a square design, complementing the current trend towards angular shapes in bathroom designs. The Halcyon square is manufactured in our unique CarroniteTM specification, ensuring the perfect combination of strength and beauty.

Previously exclusive to Harrods customers, Baumatic’s Studio Solari appliance range is now being rolled out to retailers across the UK. Its extreme minimalist impact on the eye is supported by some of the world's first patented technological solutions, elegantly combining form with function for a genuine design statement in the kitchen.

Wetrooms are the ultimate style statement. Combining classic design and precision craftsmanship, Manhattan has created a beautiful series of Wetrooms that portray a delicate yet opulent flavour, a look to adorn any bathroom setting.

Reef, from MHS Radiators, is a beautiful half moon shaped steel tubular radiator which not only looks good, but has an amazing retail price tag of just £705 +VAT. The spinnaker style radiator is available in white, anthracite or a range of colours.

With its classic good looks and understated elegance, Reef is ideal for all kinds of interiors – from a contemporary house to a barn conversion. Thanks to its exceptional price, Reef gives you the designer look for a lot less that some of its competitors and is perfect for the UK’s recent “improve, not move” trend.

The Axiom by Formica® range of exclusive wood designs and textures provide an inspired choice of worktop surfaces for designers and homeowners across the UK and Ireland. Wood designs enhance the look and feel of a kitchen worktop adding an extra dimension and focal point to a room.

As a premier manufacturer of sculptural radiators since 2002, Aeon is renowned for its high quality products and innovative, pioneering design. Fatih, a new ladder-style towel rail, is no exception; with its beautifully-mitred stainless steel rectangular frames, it has a distinctive, engineered look. Perfect for areas such as kitchens, bathrooms and en-suites, Fatih features evenly-spaced horizontal bars with a contemporary square cross section.

British manufacturer Mereway Kitchens have got their eye on the ball this year with their pending fresh approach to shaker in-frame cabinets that are part of their ever popular English Revival collection, due to launch in July.

One year on from their extravagant launch and first public unveiling in central London, the Triflow by Zaha Hadid kitchen and bathroom taps are increasingly in demand.

Triflow by Zaha Hadid exhibits a marriage of unbridled signature creativity with impeccable quality, peerless engineering and exacting attention to detail. Inspired by the movement of water, the designs are a formal expression of the continuous flow of liquid – merging tap spout, body and handle in a seamless trajectory of curvilinear geometries.

Novellini Europe’s leading manufacturer of shower enclosures and wet rooms and steam cabins has unveiled its full line-up of one hundred different enclosure design formats for the new Kuadra collection. All available from UK stock holding, all totally environmentally friendly and all, fully supported technically before, during and after sale.

Renowned for its stylish sauna cabins and steam rooms, Swedish-based Tylö has introduced an innovative yet practical overhead ceiling shower that can be used in any shower or wet room.

Capable of being suspended at optional heights from any ceiling, the minimalistic oblong Free Fallin’ shower unit creates an airy overall impression. Incorporating two square and one round shower roses and featuring built-in blue-white LED lights to create a mood lighting effect, the aluminium unit, with details in white and stainless steel, measures 922mm x 212mm x 57mm.

RAK Ceramics is one of the world’s leading suppliers of high quality ceramic and porcelain tiles, sanitaryware and fireclay kitchen sinks. We provide solutions for all types of projects and applications and have a successful track record in supplying products for major construction projects.

Created by Spanish born designer, Patricia Urquiola, Axor Urquiola for Hansgrohe offers a complete bathroom collection with brassware, showers, accessories, bath, basin and even a towel warmer that doubles as a room divider.

There was plenty to celebrate for Westin at this year’s KBB. Not only did their stylish award winning Art Deco styled stand receive acclaim, but their products ensured visitors to that stand were buzzing with excitement.

The only UK Company to manufacture and supply custom-built domestic kitchen extractors, Westin’s wholly bespoke service gives designers full flexibility to create functional yet beautiful living spaces.

Specialist German manufacturer of enamelled steel basins and bathroom furniture, Alape, is delighted to announce a new collection of cloakroom and en-suite washroom solutions for the smaller home.

Space is often at a premium in cloakrooms and en-suites, especially in the UK where new build properties are designed to offer a small but practical downstairs cloakroom and a reduced depth basin can provide the perfect solution. Alape’s wide range of solutions suit any manner of room – no matter the shape or size, perfect for the smallest room in the house.

Dimplex brings a designer touch to bathrooms with a range of towel rails combining stylish good looks with its patented DryTech dry element technology which allows the heat to be uniformly distributed over the entire rail surface, eliminating heat stratification and cold spots.

Abode kitchen taps have been highly successful since they were introduced. The next obvious step was to introduce a partner to synchronise with the kitchen tap – the kitchen sink. The full range includes 15 sink families plus a wide range of accessories to make each sink into a work-centre.

CaesarStone quartz surfaces were selected by former Kitchen Designer of the Year Simon Bray Kitchens for a contemporary kitchen.

A hard wearing surface was required that would complement the stunning grain pattern of the walnut and cream colour scheme while fulfilling the practical requirements of this multi-functional space. The beautiful quartz-based CaesarStone Desert Limestone surface is 30 mm thick with a honed finish and bespoke edging detail.

Alno has added an innovative and stylish ‘floating’ kitchen system to all its ranges, reflecting the growing trend for a combined cooking, dining and living area.

Offering wide ranging creative opportunities, Edition Fly’s wall hung base units create a spacious, minimalist aesthetic that can extend easily into adjoining rooms. This look can be further enhanced using under unit lighting to create added drama and definition.

Good design should aim to create solutions for how we live everyday - both aesthetically and functionally. The bathroom has come a long way from the days when it was simply a practical space. Design is now a driving force and it's important that we recognise this and continue to strive to seek and create trends in the bathroom and bring unique solutions to a space that is constantly evolving.

At this year's 100% Design, Roca will present the 11 finalist projects for its 3rd International Design Contest, Jump the Gap. The final shortlist includes the winner whose name will be revealed by John Pawson, architect and president of the jury, on the Roca stand (G20) on 24th September.

The Shaws Classic Collection is a unique range of sinks designed to appeal to more contemporary styles, yet keeping to the heritage of handcrafted fireclay. All Shaws sinks are manufactured in England, available in white and biscuit finishes and work well with granite, slate or wood worksurfaces.

Abode launch STORM, their exciting new range of stainless steel, flat slimline showers aimed at the design conscious consumer. The stunningly designed showers are a feat of engineering excellence at only 3mm thick.

The arrival of spring sees Pegler Yorkshire going Loko for its latest selection of designer brassware. Several new ranges will be joining the luxury Francis Pegler portfolio in 2009, including the new Loko collection.

Fully thermostatic, the Digimix provides the ultimate in convenience and control through a wireless remote control, which can be used up to 10m away from the base unit. Incorporating an LCD display, there are three programmable memory options available, which can be set to an individual's preference, ensuring the perfect shower temperature and flow rate every time. The remote control which can be left in the bedroom or placed in a neat wall mounted docking station will signal when the shower has reached the desired temperature.

New from Jaga for 2009 are two products inspired by traditional column radiators, with a contemporary twist - the Jaga Pinch and Jaga Twine. Both new products work well with modern modulating condensing or heat pumps in a low water temperature system, using less than 50% of the energy required by traditional heating systems, and delivering a powerful EN442 rated output of 1000 Watt/m2 at a setting of 55/45.

As a manufacturer, Mereway Kitchens are continually developing and expanding their product offering, introducing new and unique pieces for the benefit of their customers. Their fantastic Feature End Units with a bespoke design exclusive to Mereway offers an attractive, traditional style unit that's now available in 6 ranges; the new Lincoln collection, Oakwood, Virginia, Carolina, Redmond and Hampshire.

With the style conscious consumer in mind, DR Cooker Hoods has launched Black Stream, a sultry, sculptural design from the ‘Elica' collection.

Specialists in showering solutions, Matki has a great range of space saving options. Not only do their sleek corner surrounds make the best possible use of space...but Matki has also developed a unique corner mounted shower mixer - giving masses of extra elbow space within the enclosure!

With 155 years of cast iron experience under their belt, British brand, Esse, know a thing or two about making range cookers!

Caramel, Chocolate and Black Sparkle are the three latest designs in Bushboard's Encore solid surfacing range. Incorporating subtle pearlescent particles, the new colours are as chic as they are luxurious.

Want a bespoke kitchen company that will build for you exactly what you want for your customer? Look no further than Loxley!

The importance of a bathroom in the home is not only as a practical and functional space but more of a relaxing and tranquil room. At MX we recognise this by continuing to develop innovative products that satisfy the market.

Designed in conjunction with the School of Architecture in Germany (PBSA) Ideos is a trendsetting heating product with striking visual effect.

VADO launches the v-touch basin mixer within their latest "innovations" catalogue, signifying the latest in digital technology and design. The smooth material makes this mixer highly pleasing to use, with a "touch-pad" to change the water flow and thermostatically-controlled temperature which is reflected in the digital display. The red and blue dots and numbers are easily visible and yet subtly glow through the white Tecnoril material. The sleek curves of the white body are complimented with a matt black spout arcing through the body, creating a "wow" factor shape that is unique to the industry.

Planit Fusion, a developer of advanced design and visualisation software for the kitchen and bathroom industry, has further extended its reach by incorporating Samsung's latest built-in appliance brochure into its software.

Creative and innovative manufacturer of enameled steel basins, Alape, is once again at the top of its field by launching ‘Metaphor'.

Ideal for cooks who want plenty of oven capacity but don't want to spoil the sleek lines of a contemporary linear kitchen with a double oven, CDA, s new 90cm model has enough space to cook three chickens side by side with room below for a second tray for roast potatoes, vegetables, stuffing etc.

Castello Luxury Baths offers a timeless range of stunning baths of sleek lines and soft curves to give a feeling of luxury and comfort.

From the cutting edge of contemporary European design, the Makura from MHS Radiators is a fusion of soft fabric and hard-edged heating.

Following the success of the Bemis ultra-hygienic range of seats, this latest model featuring a new hinge, has all the benefits of easy cleaning combined with minimal effort.

Featuring a minimalist super flat shower head, a fresh green spray face and Moon white handle, Icon, Solo and Eco hand showers herald the next generation of the GROHE Rainshower range. Practical, water-saving, robust with an iconic and fresh design approach, these hand showers are an exciting addition to the current product portfolio.

Hudson Reed is proud to announce that the new Rapport Dream Shower has achieved TMV2 and claims to be the first shower panel to be granted this safety approval under the ‘UKAS Buildcert' scheme.

Lakes Bathrooms has launched a new minimalist series of sliding shower doors as part of their Italia Range. S-LITE is new to the frameless range and it was designed at the famous Talocci Design house in Rome.

During these difficult economic times, you need to stand out from the rest. Raise your profile with the Rise and Fall range.

In keeping with the sculptural character of the fixture, the architecture of the Supernova Lead-bathroom is not a classical space but an accessible "sculpture", separated from the surrounding space by surfaces and materials. As a solitaire, the bath combines all water points. Without a space definition, the bathroom becomes lifestyle furniture that can be freely placed in the room. With its reflective surfaces and precise slants, the architecture reflects the progressive design of the fixture. In addition to the lead bathroom, three premium bathrooms and a total of five premium applications were also designed.

It's estimated that the average consumer expects a ten year lifespan out of his kitchen, so the choice of colour is very central to the whole decision-making process. Undoubtedly the most popular kitchen furniture colour is white. It's the colour that never goes out of fashion because we furniture manufacturers simply don't let it. It has tireless and timeless appeal with the consumer and so we breathe new life into it every year with a slightly different tonal shade, a new surface texture (this year its soft matt like baby's skin) and new door styles. It reigns as the colour of choice for the designer, contemporary look.

Normally noted for its overtly contemporary kitchen styles, Pronorm has rightly read the trend towards more dramatic and glamorous looks in the home with the launch of its new Dark Oak kitchen.

Launched at the recent ISH exhibition DIGA is an exciting new approach to shower enclosure design. The product features 2 foldaway panels which hinge through 180 degrees from the wall enabling them to fold away either internally or externally. When in use the panels close together with a full height magnetic seal ensuring watertight showering.

Valve distributor CQI offer the Original Traditional valve.

The arrival of spring sees Pegler Yorkshire going Loko for it's latest selection of designer brassware. Several new ranges will be joining the luxury Francis Pegler portfolio in 2009, including the new Loko collection.

Axor Urquiola is the latest collection from Axor, the designer brand from Hansgrohe, created by celebrated Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola. As one of the few female designers in the sanitary sector and the first female designer in Hansgrohe's history, the company realises a very emotional approach with this collection; it brings a new sensuality to the bathroom as living space. This is because Axor Urquiola does not merely focus on innovative products; it also explores the interplay between intimacy and encounter, and a sense of security and warmth.

In a market where veneer, hot foils or MDF masquerade as wood, Oakland by Miller from Sweden is the real thing. This bathroom furniture is made in seasoned oak from ecologically managed, sustainable plantations and like most genuine materials, wears in, instead of wearing out, giving life long service and pleasure to the user. 

Myson has listened to its customers and reviewed market needs as part of a review of its towel warmer and designer heating products.

Faster and more energy-efficient than traditional hobs, induction cooker hobs are ideal in an eco-conscious world. Air Uno offers to the UK market a variety of sizes from the Italian maker Foster. The main benefit is that in induction cooking the energy is transferred to the pot and the food within whilst on a normal ceramic glass hob some of the energy is wasted heating the cooktop and the air around it. The other advantage is safety. The cooking surface has no open flames and is a great thermal insulator, so that it stays cool enough to touch without injury.

I-FLOW - SHOWERING AT THE TOUCH OF A BUTTON

I-Flow from Hudson Reed provides remote control shower operation from up to 10 metres away. Bathers warm up the shower to the right temperature, beforehand with no more wet arms or freezing cold water. The remote control has a large read out screen and can start and stop the shower; raise or lower the water temperature and also alter the flow. In addition, three pre-sets allow different users to save their perfect shower setting and select it again at the touch of a button

The Waterside is a stylish, British made, contemporary fireclay kitchen sink manufactured by Shaws of Darwen. A large single bowl with classic curved bow front complete with central 3?" waste outlet to accommodate basket strainer or waste disposer and round overflow at the back of the sink.

Cucina Colore offers a stunning collection of Italian inspired, British manufactured kitchen furniture embracing the finest in contemporary designer kitchens, at an affordable price.

Coram Showers has expanded its collection of high performance bathscreens, with the launch of the Designer Hinged Bathscreen range. Combining the ultimate in minimalist styling with everyday practicality, the new range features four frameless styles, each developed to deliver exceptional durability and functionality for the modern bathroom.

Brand new from Roca is Nexo - a design led range of competitively priced sanitaryware offering contemporary styling at an affordable price point.

Novellini UK Limited, until recently relatively quiet in the UK market despite being Europe's leading manufacturer of washrooms, shower enclosures and wet rooms is launching a compelling new range of grand luxury bathing products.

Quinn Radiators offer an extensive Towel Radiator range. The Crystal and Diamond include both Straight or Curved options and are available in a range of sizes and a white or chrome finish to complement modern and traditional room designs. The Pearl and Topaz are designed for ultimate heat output and come in three heights - 800mm, 1200mm and 1800mm to suit both bathrooms and kitchens.

Following the successful launch of the Celsius product range at ISH in Frankfurt earlier in the year, Carron Bathrooms are pleased to announce that the range is now in full production at their site in Falkirk, Scotland. "The initial reaction we have received from the market for Celsius has been extremely positive and provides encouraging signs during this difficult period for the bathroom industry."

Combining imaginative design with materials expertise, VitrA Bathtubs continues to take the lead in trendsetting products for ultimate bathing comfort and wellbeing. A brand new bathtub series as well as several innovative shower systems are launched at the ISH 2009.

Now stocked in the UK the Eden Black 1700x750 bath tub is the latest addition to the New Black range of Healey & Lord's extensive black sanitary ware collection.

The bathroom, the one room in the house that needs to offer the practicalities to suit today's busy lifestyle whilst doubling up as a private sanctuary to unwind in.

Robert Lee introduce the latest in uncompromising design from Steinberg...... The new Series 161 Black.

The Mini Hot Spring is a compact version of the award-winning Hot Spring radiator, designed by Paul Priestman for Bisque.

Westin are the only UK Company manufacturing and supplying custom-built domestic kitchen extractors. Westin has become synonymous with all that‘s best in Britain; outstanding craftsmanship, superb reliability, excellent performance and caring service.