Duravit is one of the longest established global specialists in bathroom ceramics, bathroom furniture and accessories in the world, at almost 190 years old. The Duravit philosophy has helped drive the company forward by introducing design innovations that shaped the way bathrooms are today. The Duravit philosophy is based on simplicity and effectiveness, with innovative form and dynamic colour combinations. Duravit combines novelty and practicality, with an ear always tuned to the demands and wishes of customers. High quality, aesthetic design combines with centuries of experience to bring bathrooms to life.
The Duravit logo, a blue wood grouse, is famous for its presence in bathrooms and showers all over the world. The grouse stands for a bathroom designed and made by Duravit – created by world-renowned designers with the highest level of care and precision. Duravit has specialised in high standards – high level architects and bathroom planners – for almost 200 years in bathroom history. Starting in 1817 in the Black Forest, Duravit has now grown to employ 2,800 staff at eight product locations in over 60 countries throughout the world.
Duravit are also environmentally sensitive. With roots in an exceptional natural landscape, the bathroom and shower company has always focused on limiting their environmental impacts. Green thinking is a strong aspect of the Duravit philosophy, so when they create bathroom products water-saving and clean manufacturing processes that minimise resource use are at the forefront of planning. Internationally recognised designers that have created products for Duravit include Phillipe Starck, EOOS and Herbet Schultes.
