Viteo proves the vital link to semi industrial bathroom chic

One of the latest looks in bathrooms has been heavily influenced by the GFC (Global Financial Crisis) according to some – whatever the reason, the return to an almost semi-industrial look with strong lines, clean colour and a hint of timeless, vintage aesthetics hits the sweet spot.

Typical of the look is the use of subway tiles, low-profile basin, wall-mounted tap fittings and built-in bath. The entire fit-out supports the theory that a busy bathroom should, above all, be practical and bare the brunt of high traffic while maintaining its original good looks.

Features such as floating vanities (wall hung) and wall-mounted tap fittings ensure cleaning requires minimal effort. The glossy wall tiles and white floor meanwhile are light reflective and contribute to maximising the sense of light and hygiene within the room.

Kohler’s new collection of pin lever tapware – Viteo – perfectly fits this genre. Comprising wall mounted basin and bath sets plus basin mounted single lever mixer tap, the range features strong, clean lines with elegant pin lever mixer handle. There are also matching shower and bath mixers with and without diverter.

The entire range is finished in Kohler’s renowned polished chrome – including escutcheons (back plate) for wall mounted fittings – noted for its resistance to both tarnishing and corrosion.

The Viteo wall mounted basin mixer features a five star WELS rating, using a maximum six litres of water a minute, while the single lever basin mixer has a four star WELS rating.

Teamed with the Viteo basin mixer is the beautifully simple, low profile Forefront basin. Measuring 413mm square the Forefront’s slender, unembellished lines bring a contemporary elegance to what is a quintessentially utilitarian appliance.


Kohler’s Viteo tapware collection and Forefront basins range:

  • Viteo wall mounted basin mixer, 5 star WELS
  • Viteo basin mixer, 4 star WELS
  • Viteo wall mounted bath set
  • Viteo shower/bath mixer
  • Viteo shower/bath mixer with diverter
  • Forefront square vessel basin
  • Forefront rectangular basin

Kohler bathroom products are retailed exclusively through Tradelink and Mico stores in Australia, and Kohler Design Centre in Auckland and Mico stores nationally in New Zealand.

Kohler Co. is one of America’s oldest and largest privately held companies. Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wis., the Kohler brand is a global leader in the design and manufacture of kitchen and bath products, engines and power generation systems, cabinetry, tile and home interiors. Its hotels, conference centres and golf destinations have won recognition and awards worldwide. www.us.kohler.com

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