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P E R S P E C T I V E | S E P T E M B E R / O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6 35 More than reproductions, these exquisite collections reimagine and reinterpret historically significant designs. Each fixture and fitting blends the artisanal character of the past with the aesthetic sensibilities and performance expectations of today. The DXV portfolio is curated into four broad movements that provide opulent alternatives for bathroom and kitchen environments for any luxury home or hospitality setting: • The Classic movement (1880–1920) features stately, sculptural bath fixtures that pay tribute to the decorative details perfected by artisans and craftsmen at the turn of the last century. • The Golden era (1920–1950) highlights beautifully tailored DXV bath fixtures paying homage to jazz-age flair, sophisticated literary attitude and the subtly decadent style of truly original American style. A S T O L D B Y D X V • The Modern movement (1950–1990) reflects forward-directed design in which artful lines and flowing shapes play against striking geometric structures, embracing the ethic and creativity of the arts and crafts influence. • The Contemporary era (1990–today) takes cues from iconic architecture heralding modernism and functional beauty, exhibiting scaled proportions that make a bold impact for smaller spaces. A Revolutionary Collection of Extraordinary 3D-Printed Faucets In addition to embracing cutting-edge design, the DXV Contemporary movement also explores the newest frontier of manufacturing through the first-ever collection of 3D-printed metal faucets. Created using a revolutionary additive manufacturing process, each faucet is designed to dazzle the senses every single time it is used. Delivering a near-magical experience with each use, the Vibrato and Trope faucets employ the incredible strength of the stainless steel used in the 3D printing process to support the fine structures of concealed waterways that converge into one piece near the faucet spouts. Bringing mystery and drama to an otherwise mundane moment, the water flows from what appears to be a hollow spout, enchanting and beguiling the user. Shadowbrook, the third faucet design, celebrates the natural experience of water. As water flows from the faucet, it is presented to the user as a stream bouncing on rocks in a riverbed, bringing an element of the world of nature into the home for the user's pleasure. Previous pages: Interior Designer Regina Sturrock from Toronto created this striking bath area to explore the mid-19th century style of ANNA KARENINA (2012, Sarah Greenwood, Production Designer). It features the glamorous DXV St. George freestanding tub and clean, classic styling of the Landfair Bridge faucet. Opposite page, top. Architect and designer Justin Shaulis of New York City is the designer/ host of HGTV's HOME RULES. He selected the Lyndon trough sink and Percy faucets for this light-fi lled space, meant to suggest the personality of the enigmatic George, Julian Sands' character in A ROOM WITH A VIEW (1985, Brian Ackland-Snow and Gianni Quaranta, Production Designers). Bottom: When designer Lisa Mende of Charlotte, NC, was asked to design a bathroom for DXV Luxury Products by American Standard, she knew she wanted to use BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY'S for inspiration (1961, Roland Anderson and Hal Pereira, Art Directors). Holly Golightly's beautiful Tiffany Blue double doors set off the sleek DXV Pop lavatories and Rem vessel faucets nicely. This page, top: The DXV Contemporary movement explores the newest frontier of manufacturing through the fi rst-ever collection of 3D-printed metal faucets, using a technology that is also fi nding its way into motion picture and television Art Departments. Bottom: Bridget Beari Designs of Richmond, Virginia, envisioned the DXV SpaLet toilet in the world of ALICE IN WONDERLAND (2010, Robert Stromberg, Production Designer).