Respiro by Jese Medina-Suarez
Design Philosophy & Designer
Concept: Respiro aims to evoke harmony and serenity—akin to a "mindful breath"—infusing bathroom spaces with soul and balance, where design doesn’t just occupy space but breathes with it.
Aesthetic & Material Palette
Visual Harmony: The design features a refined contrast between smooth and textured surfaces, most notably the signature "intersection" motif that melds function and style.
Finishes: Available in five elegant finishes:
Cromo (polished chrome)
Inox (brushed stainless)
Grafite (brushed PVD)
Miele (brushed PVD)
Tabacco (matt)nobili.it+1
Product Range & Configurations
Broad Applications: Designed for washbasins, bathtubs, showers, and accessories catering to both luxury and accessible high-range markets.nobili.it+1
Versions Offered:
Washbasins: single-control, three-hole sets, wall-mounted options (sizes S, M, L)
Infrared or remote-controlled taps for hygiene-conscious spacesnobili.it+1
Bathtubs: both wall-mounted 2-way mixers and freestanding column with integrated hand shower.
Showers: single-control or thermostatic mixers, with one- to four-way options; includes shower sets and toilet hand showersnobili.it+1
Accessories: towel racks, hangers, roll racks with smartphone-holder cover, toilet hand showers—ensuring design cohesion throughout the spacenobili.it+1
Technology & Durability
Internal Mechanism:
Uses Nobili’s Widd® immersion cartridge (28 mm diameter) for a smooth, visually elegant knob movement.nobili.it+1
Offers life-guaranteed reliability: withstands high pressure (over 70 bar) and torsion breakage up to 18 Nm.nobili.it+1
Maintenance Ease:
The Neoperl® Cascade® SLC® aerator is soft-surfaced—limescale can be wiped away with a finger, without needing disassembly.nobili.it+1
Target Audience & Launch
Launch Timeline: Presented during Milan Design Week 2024, with a full rollout expected in 2025.nobili.itiF Design
Markets: Geared toward a global audience, with special attention to the hospitality sector, though appealing also to designers and consumers seeking enduring elegance.nobili.it+1ArchiExpo e-Magazine
In essence, Respiro embodies a harmonious fusion of form, function, and craftsmanship—crafting bathroom spaces that don’t just serve a purpose, but tell a story, breathe life, and endure.
