Promotion: bathroom brand Grohe hosted an installation named Aquatecture at this year's Milan Design Week, situated in the courtyard of the neoclassical Palazzo Reale.
Designed by the brand's in-house design team Lixil Global Design, the installation aimed to celebrate the power of water and the history of the building's courtyard, which was formerly a garden space.
The Aquatecture installation took place at Milan Design Week
The installation, which took place from 16 to 21 April in Milan, displayed luxury bathroom products by sub-brand Grohe Spa, including modular shower designs, satin product finishes, the bespoke Allure Gravity collection, and 3D-printed products.
Building upon the Milan Design Week theme Materia Natura, the connection between nature and design, Aquatecture focused on the intersection of water and architecture and its influence on health and well-being. Grohe wanted to show "the intricate bond between nature and human creativity"
Four pavilions in the corners of the courtyard featured planted edges and sheer hanging curtains.
"Through our installation at Palazzo Reale, we reflect the intricate bond between nature and human creativity, intertwining the rich history of the royal palace with the modern ethos of Grohe Spa," said Lixil Global Design leader Patrick Speck.
"Our Aquatecture spaces exhibit the powerful connection of water in architecture," he continued. "They stand not only as showcases but as inspiration for ar...