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The Future of Luxury: Smart Bathrooms

Luxury Meets Technology: The Future of Smart Bathrooms 26 Feb 2025 At Kallums Bathrooms, we specialise in creating luxurious, high-end bathrooms that seamlessly blend elegance with state-of-the-art technology. One of the most exciting advancements in bathroom design is the rise of smart bathrooms, which combine convenience, efficiency, and sophistication to elevate your daily routine. Shower Smarter: The Future of Your Daily Routine A smart shower is an advanced shower system that integrates technology to enhance convenience, comfort, and efficiency. It allows you to control various aspects of your shower experience using features like voice commands, smartphone apps, or touchscreens. Here are some key features of a smart shower: Personalized Settings: Smart showers can remember your preferred temperature, water pressure, and lighting. This allows for a tailored experience every time you shower without the need to manually adjust settings. Voice and App Control: You can control your shower using voice commands or through a smartphone app, making it easy to adjust settings without needing to touch anything. Temperature Control: Many smart showers offer precise control over the water temperature, often with digital displays that show the exact degree, ensuring a comfortable experience from the moment you step in. Water Flow and Pressure Controls: Smart showers can adjust the water pressure for a gentle rain-like experience or a more powerful, invigorating flow. Some even offer custom modes like pulse or mist, and the system can remember these preferences for future use. Scheduled Showers: You can program your shower to start at a specific time, so it’s ready for you when you wake up or come home. This feature is particularly useful for busy mornings or when you want to save time. Overall, a smart shower offers a more convenient, efficient, and enjoyable shower experience, adding a touch of modern luxury to your bathroom. Whether you’re in Richmond, Putney, Barnes, or Guildford, Kallums Bathrooms brings personalized smart bathroom solutions directly to your home. The Future of Luxury Elevate your home with a Smart Toilet We are proud suppliers of TOTO, a leading brand in smart toilets. A smart toilet is a high-tech toilet equipped with advanced features designed to enhance convenience, hygiene, and comfort. These toilets go beyond the basic functionality of traditional toilets and integrate innovative technology to create a more luxurious and efficient bathroom experience. Some of the most common features of a smart toilet include: TOTO toilets feature advanced technology such as: Heated Seat: A warm toilet seat that provides comfort, especially during colder months. Self-Cleaning Nozzle: Many smart toilets feature a self-cleaning mechanism for the bidet nozzle, ensuring hygiene after each use. The nozzle often has a coating to resist dirt and bacteria. Bidet Functionality: Smart toilets typically have integrated bidet functions, which include features such as adjustable water pressure, temperature, and nozzle positioning for cleaning after use. PREMIST Technology: Some models have a PREMIST function, which sprays a fine mist on the toilet bowl before use, helping prevent waste from sticking and keeping the bowl cleaner for longer. Overall, smart toilets bring modern technology into the bathroom, transforming an everyday necessity into a more comfortable, hygienic, and efficient experience. Step into the Future with a Floating Bathtub A floating bathtub is a modern and luxurious type of bathtub that gives the illusion of “floating” above the floor. This design is often sleek, minimalist, and visually striking, with a unique structure that is both functional and aesthetically appealing. Our floating bathtubs are not only visually striking but also expertly ergonomically designed to support your body’s natural S-curve. This thoughtful design ensures that your body remains comfortable from neck to lumbar vertebrae, providing a relaxing and supportive bathing experience. The elegant floating design adds a touch of modern luxury to your bathroom, while the ergonomically shaped handles make it easy to get in and out of the bath with ease. Whether you’re unwinding after a long day or enjoying a quiet moment of self-care, our floating bathtubs are crafted to elevate both your comfort and the style of your bathroom. Reflect the Future: Smart Mirrors “Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: Smart Tech for One and All” Kallums bathrooms offer smart mirrors featuring LED lighting, anti-fog technology, and touchscreen displays—a perfect blend of style and functionality for your bathroom. Enhance your space with other innovative technologies like motion-sensor lighting, underfloor heating with app control, and smart thermostats, all designed to create a comfortable, energy-efficient environment tailored to your lifestyle. If you’re ready to transform your bathroom with smart technology, visit our Putney or Guildford showrooms or contact us today. As official suppliers of TOTO, we offer the best in luxury smart bathroom design, helping you create a space where innovation meets comfort. Let Kallums Bathrooms transform your space with cutting-edge smart technology, bringing your dream bathroom to life! Blogs Tailored Solutions Starting at One Piece: Discover Dornbracht Atelier at Kallums Bathrooms How to Incorporate Victorian Fixtures and Fittings into Your Bathroom? How to Include a Home Sauna in Your Bathroom Renovation The Future of Luxury: Smart Bathrooms The Top Bathroom Trends to Jump on in 2025 6 Benefits to Remodelling Multiple Bathrooms at the Same Time

Unrivalled Luxury: Guildford’s Premier Bathroom Showroom

Unrivalled Luxury: Guildford’s Premier Bathroom Showroom We are thrilled to announce that we have opened our second luxury bathroom showroom in the picturesque town of Guildford! Since launching our small, family run business in our country’s capital, we’ve experienced phenomenal success. Now, we are so excited to be bringing the Kallums experience to the wonderful county of Surrey. Our expert team have been hard at work bringing our new Guildford bathroom showroom to life. Below, we detail everything you can expect from our designer bathroom showroom In Guildford. Get in touch now to find out how we can help with your Surrey bathroom renovation. INDULGE IN OPULENCE Everything You Need to Know About Guildford’s Newest Luxury Bathroom Showroom Nestled in the heart of Guildford town centre, step inside to discover a space where craftsmanship meets innovation, where each bathroom display is meticulously curated to exude luxury. You will be greeted by our team of bathroom experts, ready and waiting to bring your dream bathroom to life. Modern bathroom displays Our aim is to redefine what the bathroom can be to homeowners across Surrey. We believe that a bathroom can be so much more than a space for practicing general hygiene. It can be a personal haven, serving as luxurious sanctuary that you can retreat to for some much need relaxation. Plus, a bathroom can also be expertly optimised to support your personal health and wellness. 100% Customer Satisfaction Rated Excellent 4.9/ 5 on reviews.io and Google Buy your new bathroom with confidence. read our reviews personalised service At the core of our new bathroom showroom in Guildford lies a commitment to personalisation. We work closely with you, in whichever capacity you need, for the creation of your dream bathroom. Whether you are looking for a bathroom design expert to take the lead and create a bespoke, tailored solution to your lifestyle; or you simply need someone to bring your bathroom design ideas to life. From the initial consultation to the final touches, every aspect is meticulously crafted to reflect your unique style and preferences. Providing you with a personalised customer experience from start to finish. Book appointment Kallums Bathrooms, 230 High Street, Guildford, GU1 3JD 01483 973958 guildford@kallumsbathrooms.co.uk

Highlights from Milan Design Week 2023

Highlights from Milan Design Week 2023 Last Week, Team Kallums travelled to Italy for the world’s largest annual design event, Milan Design Week 2023! Every year designers, architects, and many other industry professionals travel to Milan to discover the latest innovations and design trends by visiting the endless events, exhibitions and installations on offer across the city. And of course, Team Kallums were no exception! Together, we explored the beautiful city of Milan to uncover the best new bathroom design trends and innovations, as well as catching up with many of the wonderful bathroom brands we supply. Gessi Haute Culture Collections One of the highlights of our trip was visiting one of our favourite luxury bathroom brands, Gessi! During Milan Design Week 2023, Gessi were showcasing their incredible new Haute Culture collections at Salone Del Mobile and at Casa Gessi Milano. The Kallums team were completely mesmerised by this stunning new collection, which features two stunning product ranges. Gessi describes The Haute Culture Collection as “recovering, renewing, and experimenting with all the skills and craftsmanship typical of the Italian way of life, in order to protect this culture, which is otherwise in danger of fading out, and to take it to the next level.” PERLE Previous Next *Photo Credit – Gessi The PERLE collection is undoubtedly a favourite for team Kallums! And one of the most exciting, innovative, and versatile collections we have come across. Designed with the characteristics and values of Jewellery – PERLE is the epitome of excellence, elegance, and refinement. This collection was inspired by the pearl, one of the most perfect and rare shapes within nature. The perfect sphere shape of the pearl inspired the creation and craftmanship of these exquisite handles. Harmoniously balanced with the sculptural shape of the tap, which interacts with the pearl shaped handle seamlessly. PERLE’s extensive collection is a tactile and aesthetic pleasure, which is guaranteed to be the focal point of any luxurious bathroom design that it graces. This outstanding collection was showcased in a vast array of finishes, combinations, and sizes. We also discovered that the beautiful pearl handles are available in metal, wooden, Murano glass, semi-precious materials, and synthetic styles. JACQUELINE Previous Next *Photo Credit – Gessi JACQUELINE is a truly unique and innovative collection. Boasting exclusivity and a luxurious, surprising personality, just as an haute couture accessory. Made from a material prevalent in nature but never before applied to bathroom taps – Bamboo! Hollow bamboo roots are individually selected and adapted with the utmost naturalness in order to create these beautifully unique, hand-crafted taps and mixers. The JACQUELINE collection will allow for the creation of fascinating, bespoke bathroom designs. Despite JACQUELINE’s striking one-of-a-kind designs, it also offers a surprisingly comfortable and natural ambience that’s perfectly harmonised with its luxurious, high-end appeal. Luxurious Italian Bathroom Brands Previous Next Whilst exploring the city to see everything Milan Design Week 2023 had to offer, Team Kallums took the time to visit some of our other incredible Italian bathroom brands that we supply. Including Falper Fantini and Flaminia. We browsed their luxurious bathroom showrooms and discovered their newest products and designs. As well as gathering inspiration and ideas for how we can use their products in our bathroom designs. Find us on social Explore inspiration for stylish bathrooms with our real bathroom examples, latest trend stories and expert bathroom design advice. Be the first to discover our stunning new ranges, along with exclusive tips, promotions and the latest luxury bathroom insight. Follow us on Instagram, Pinterest and Houzz to explore more and sign up to our newsletter below. Instagram Facebook Twitter Linkedin Houzz Pinterest

Modern Bathroom Design for Bespoke Home

Modern Bathroom Design for Bespoke Home Working alongside JS Construction Solutions, the Kallums contracts team brought expert modern bathroom design to life at The Pines, a stunning bespoke coastal home built from the ground up. We designed and supplied four beautifully curated bathrooms, each offering a blend of luxury, functionality, and contemporary style. The standout master bathroom features a freestanding bath on a raised platform in front of a bay window with breathtaking sea views, surrounded by calming neutral tiles, black panelling, and matt black brassware for striking contrast. A double vanity with matt white washbowls and a wood-effect finish adds warmth and elegance. The family bathroom carries through the serene palette with the addition of a blue feature wall, wrapping into an alcove that forms a sleek, open wet room shower, complete with built-in niche shelving. In the ensuite, we made the most of a compact space with the same flowing tile layout, blue and white tile accents, and clever storage touches, proving that smaller bathrooms need not compromise on design. Finally, the cloakroom embraces the home’s natural decor with a white wall-hung toilet, black accessories, and a neat shelving nich turning a once-overlooked space into a stylish and practical addition. Each bathroom seamlessly reflects the home’s overall aesthetic, delivering both beauty and purpose throughout. Find us on social Explore inspiration for stylish bathrooms with our real bathroom examples, latest trend stories and expert bathroom design advice. Be the first to discover our stunning new ranges, along with exclusive tips, promotions and the latest luxury bathroom insight. Follow us on Instagram, Pinterest and Houzz to explore more and sign up to our newsletter below. Instagram Facebook Twitter Linkedin Houzz Pinterest

3 ways to make your Powder Room more functional and stylish

3 ways to make your Powder Room more functional and stylish We think having a powder room in your home sounds more than just a little bit glamourous. They are often overlooked in home design, but they’re an important option to consider if you are thinking of adding an extra toilet space. We call it a powder room, but it can also be referred to as a “half bath”. Dating back to the 18th century, the origin of the name “powder room” comes from the closet-sized rooms where ladies would literally powder their wigs – this is actually where the expression “powdering one’s nose” is from! Our modern-day equivalents are thankfully free of wigs and powder and this small bathroom offers a moment of respite for guest and homeowners alike. A powder room is usually a small bathroom, including a toilet and sink area. You won’t commonly find a shower or bathtub in a powder room and they can frequently be found on the first floor of a home. Their purpose is for guests to use when visiting, without invading the more private space of your family bathroom. Because it’s a space that anyone who may pop round is likely to use, powder rooms are usually as stylish and inviting as they are functional. Whether you are looking to install a brand-new bathroom or looking to freshen up your bathroom space, here are 3 great ways to spruce up your powder room! Install an Under Counter Basin An under counter basin is one of the easiest ways to add space without sacrificing style. It’s also a very popular option because it allows you to keep the vanity area clear of clutter. Cleverly designed to sit flush with your choice of countertop, under count basins offer a luxurious and seamless finish. We tend to advise that these are used under marble or stone, however the design options are endless! There’s no doubt that undercounter basins help make the counter surface a real statement in a small bathroom space. To really complete this statement, we suggest choosing some sleek wall-mounted brassware. Go Bold Powder rooms will most likely be small, therefore a perfect space to be bold and daring with your design choice. This is a chance to really explore your inner designer! For example, we don’t think any bathroom is too small to handle a bold floor to ceiling wallpaper print. As a matter of fact, the smaller your powder room, the bigger the impact! Dark colours have historically been branded as gloomy and moody – and possibly even claustrophobic. We instead think that painting your powder room one dark colour can in fact help open up your small space. Especially when paired with reflective shiny elements such as mirrors and sliver tapware. These will help the light bounce around the room and really make your room pop. Incorporate a statement mirror No powder room is really complete without a stand out mirror to help you freshen up your makeup. For the best grooming experience, a Hollywood mirror in your powder room is the best solution. Surrounded by glitzy light bulbs, it really is the best way to brighten up your space and see yourself much clearer. This is particularly helpful in a small powder room with no or limited natural light coming through. Feel like a celebrity and add an easy touch of glamour – bonus, opt for one with LED bulbs that will last for ages! We’ve been transforming bathrooms in London. For more in-depth advice about installing your own powder room or for more general bathroom ideas, call 0203 620 2076. Instagram Facebook Twitter Linkedin Houzz Pinterest