Architect/builder Dan Rockhill loves to create everything he can for his clients’ homes—his firm even does steel and glass fabrication. Doing it himself helps control the budget while allowing him to produce just the right aesthetic for his warm yet industrial designs, plus it’s fun. So when he does spec a manufactured product he goes for excellent value or stunning good looks. One of Rockhill’s favorite lookers is the Metropolis sink by Neo-Metro. Made from heavy-gauge stainless steel, this conical pedestal basin comes with either a circular bowl for wall-mounted faucets or a D-shaped bowl for a deck faucet application.
Another sleek addition to any bathroom, according to Rockhill, is one of the Philippe Starck bathtubs designed for Duravit. This oval model from the Starck 3 series stylishly updates the classic washtub form and can be used as a freestanding or built-in fixture.
Finally, for both attractiveness and extreme value, Ikea cabinets can’t be beat, says Rockhill. “We can make our own cabinets, but we can’t come close to meeting their quality for the price.”
Neo-Metro. 800.591.9050. www.neo-metro.com. Circle 193.
Duravit. 888.387.2848. www.duravit.com. Circle 194.
Ikea. 610.834.0180. www.ikea-usa.com. Circle 195.
