What modern bathrooms are leaning towards is evident from the latest Antoniolupi Skyline floorstanding washbasin. Its design is based on the simple yet radical idea of transforming the washbasin from a functional object into a piece of architecture. Designed by Antonio Iraci, the washbasin is characterized by straight lines, three-dimensional forms, and an aesthetic inspired by the metropolitan skyline. At its basest level, it looks like origami of marble planes.
Crafted from natural marble using traditional techniques, it is a pure volume with three marble surfaces that touch, align, and interact with the light. The design arranges flat or angled surfaces together at different heights to create a useful space, especially for the bowl where water collects.
The marble sink is held between two flat surfaces and appears to float rather than rest on a base. It is designed to hide itself at first, using layered surfaces and light gaps. As you move around it, the basin is revealed. Floating between two panels, it is like a small architectural structure rather than a typical bathroom fixture.
This freestanding marble washbasin is defined by straight lines and a layered composition that makes it look like an origami of stone. It is the interplay of light and shadows through angled surfaces that brings the material to life.
The shiny surface of the basin further enhances the experience with reflections, while the natural marble feels luxurious to touch. Together, they create a sensory experience when you use the sink.
In this collaboration, the designer interprets the material while the company shapes it, preserving its identity without compromising its purity. The freestanding version of the Skyline marble washbasin is scheduled for its official unveiling at the Salone del Mobile 2026.
Via: Archiproducts
