AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS
BEST OF KBIS
2019 - BEST OF SHOW
The Blade 3D printed faucet represents the next evolution of additive manufacturing in the plumbing product world. The faucet – and its associated lavatory – is designed to surprise and delight the user with a unique water experience. It is a pure expression of reduction in design, where the product takes second seat to the user’s experience of water. Blade is printed directly in stainless steel and is finished by hand to add that extra human touch that defines true luxury.
RED DOT AWARD
2018 - WINNER
The design of the DXV Modulus faucet is inspired by the minimalist aesthetic of modern art. The long and elegantly curved spout raises the ribbon spray to a comfortable height for the user. The two controls are positioned independently of the tap, which yields a high degree of flexibility in installation. All three elements feature a decorative brass ring at the base of the spout. This lends the ensemble a distinctive two-tone aesthetic.
Statement by the Jury
The DXV Modulus scores with its clear lines. The spout and regulator are harmoniously matched in design.
A' DESIGN AWARD
2018 - PLATINUM A’ DESIGN AWARD
A' International Design Award and Competition is delighted to share that the sanitary ware work DXV Modulus by Jean-Jacques L’Henaff, Christophe Bucher and Gabriela Ravassa has been honored with the famed Platinum A' Design Award in Bathroom Furniture and Sanitary Ware Design Category marked as one of the winners by the international referees of the A' Design Awards & Competitions among a great number of nominated works.
“Exhibiting a versatile combination of modern design and functional geometry, the new DXV Modulus collection offers bath fixtures, faucets, furniture and accessories ideal for a luxury bathroom setting in residential and hospitality applications. The modular concept displayed throughout this comprehensive bathroom suite allows for maximum flexibility in installation, bringing high design to any project, especially where space may be at a premium.
GOOD DESIGN AWARD
2017 - BATH & ACCESSORIES
The innovative Spectra+ Touch and Spectra+ eTouch showerheads from American Standard, part of the LIXIL Corporation, have been named 2017 GOOD DESIGN Award recipients in the bath category for design excellence. This award is presented by the Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design in cooperation with the European Centre for Architecture, Art, Design and Urban Studies.
Employing first-to-market technology, the Spectra+ Touch showerhead changes spray patterns with a simple touch on the outside ring of the showerhead, making it easy to customize the shower experience, even with wet hands. The Spectra+ eTouch showerhead includes a remote control to mount on any shower surface, providing a stylish, ergonomically designed solution for users who have difficulty reaching the showerhead due to age, height or mobility restrictions.
IDEA AWARD
2016 - SILVER IDEA
The DXV by American Standard collection of 3D printed residential faucets ― the Vibrato, Trope and Shadowbrook styles ― have been named a Silver Winner in the 36th annual International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) announced by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) on August 17, 2016.
The 3D printed residential faucets are among more than 1,700 projects from 30-plus countries that competed in IDEA 2016. The Vibrato, Trope and Shadowbrook models are the first-ever collection of 3D printed metal faucets created using Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS), a revolutionary additive manufacturing process. While this technique has been used to create plastic prototypes for years, these are the first ready-for-market residential faucets printed in metal.
A' DESIGN AWARD & COMPETITION
2016 - PLATINUM A’ DESIGN AWARD
DXV by American Standard was presented with the Platinum A' Design Award in the 3D Printed Forms and Products category for its pioneering new Shadowbrook 3D printed metal bathroom sink faucet. This recognition reflects the Company’s highest score in this category and is awarded to only the top one percent of designs submitted to this international competition.
Gabriela was also part of the INDEX: Investor program.and pitched her project to more than 100 potential investors.
INDEX: DESIGN TO IMPROVE LIFE
2015 - FINALIST
Gabriela Ravassa was named a finalist in the prestigious INDEX: Awards for COCO.
INDEX: Award is the biggest and probably most important design award in the world worth €500,000. The importance lies in the unique, over-arching theme of Design to Improve Life. A concept enabling design to be used as a tool to address the world’s biggest challenges, and has established INDEX: Award as a global, inspirational design beacon.
INDEX: Award 2015 broke all previous records for a fourth straight award cycle by receiving 1,123 entries from 72 countries all over the world. Ultimately, 46 finalists were selected.