Duravit, a leading German bathroom solutions brand, continues to redefine contemporary bathroom design with the White Tulip collection by Philippe Starck. Conceived as the designer’s first complete bathroom created from a single source, the collection brings together bathtubs, washbasins, furniture, toilets, bidets, mirrors, and faucets into one cohesive and sculptural design language. Inspired by the organic silhouette of a tulip in bloom, each element reflects soft, flowing lines that lend a sense of timeless elegance and quiet sophistication to the space.
At the heart of White Tulip lies a distinctive dual concept—Nature and Culture—offering two unique interpretations of the same design philosophy. The Nature style evokes a sense of calm and warmth, drawing from natural tones and materials to create bathrooms that feel fresh, serene, and inviting. In contrast, the Culture style expresses a more urban and refined aesthetic, where the same sculptural forms are reinterpreted through sharper contrasts and a more architectural lens. Together, these two directions provide flexibility, allowing the collection to adapt seamlessly across different interior narratives while maintaining a strong visual identity.
Beyond its design, White Tulip is defined by advanced functionality and innovative technologies that enhance everyday comfort and hygiene. The toilets are equipped with HygieneFlush technology, ensuring a powerful, precise flushing flow that cleans the entire inner surface efficiently and without splashing. Complementing this is HygieneGlaze, an antibacterial ceramic finish that inhibits bacterial growth, creating a safer and more hygienic bathroom environment. The integration of Duravit Rimless® design further improves ease of cleaning while maintaining high flushing efficiency.
Durability and ease of maintenance are equally prioritised through features such as WonderGliss, a coating that prevents dirt and limescale from adhering to surfaces, keeping ceramics smooth and easy to clean over time. The use of DuraCeram® allows for delicate, finely crafted edges and distinctive shapes, reinforcing the collection’s sculptural character.
Furniture within the White Tulip range reflects precision engineering and thoughtful usability. Handle-free units with tip-on technology offer seamless operation, while high-quality materials ensure longevity. Smart technologies allow users to personalise their environment effortlessly, with mirrors featuring dimmable lighting, integrated mirror heating, and app-based customisation enhancing both comfort and usability.
Completing the experience are faucets equipped with features such as AirPlus for a soft, water-efficient flow, HeatLock for added safety, and AquaControl for precise water direction, ensuring both comfort and sustainability.
The collection has won the Red Dot Award: Product Design and the iF Design Award, recognising its outstanding design excellence.
With White Tulip, Duravit and Philippe Starck have created more than a bathroom collection, it is a holistic design concept that balances form, function, and innovation, offering a refined and adaptable solution for modern living.
