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WC line by josh owen for kontextur


the 'WC line' by josh owen for kontextür
all images © michael wilson


the 'WC line' by US designer josh owen for american design manufacturers kontextür combines the common utilities
of the bathroom into a visually cohesive series. the collection comprises a plunger and storage dish, a toilet brush
with storage vessel, and a waste bin. all pieces are composed of durable silicone rubber, featuring wooden handles
sourced locally to their manufacturing location.

produced in red, white, and black, the 'WC line' is on exhibition through february 2, 2012,
in the accent on design showcase of the NY international gift fair in new york.



from left to right: 'WC line' waste bin, toilet brush, and plunger in red



from left to right: 'WC line' waste bin, toilet brush, and plunger in black


jenny db
01.29.12  
2
great
brodba   01.30.12
I never thought I would say this about a toilet plunger (& friends),
but these are really really nice.
Micah   01.30.12
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