2026 SBID International Design Awards Finalists: 10 Bathroom Products That Are Redefining the Space

TL;DR: What You Need to Know?

The 2026 SBID International Design Awards have announced their finalists, and ten bathroom products stand out in a fiercely competitive field. Across the shortlist, three major trends emerge: smart shower technology that actually simplifies life, natural materials like stone and wood-look panels that bring warmth without maintenance headaches, and sculptural forms that treat faucets and fixtures as functional art. Aqualisa leads the smart shower charge, while Dornbracht and GRAFF push the boundaries of form, and C.P. Hart lands two finalists with refined collections. Winners are revealed on November 6, but this lineup already sketches the future of bathroom design—tech, nature, and sculpture.

The Full Rundown

1. Aqualisa S Range is the smart shower that delivers. Its concealed SmartValve can be placed up to ten meters away from the outlet, giving designers freedom in layout. Controls are available via app, voice, or a sleek touchscreen. Three models and four finishes, including brushed brass and matte black, cover most aesthetic preferences. An eco mode cuts water flow by a third, down to eight liters per minute, and the whole package is WRAS approved and 100% recyclable. It recently picked up an Innovation award at the Livingetc Style Awards 2026.
2. ARYSTO Stone by MERLYN expands the brand’s stone-effect range with a new shower tray due in October. The collection brings natural stone texture—black, white, gray, and sand yellow—into everyday shower spaces, blending seamlessly with contemporary interiors while offering that premium tactile feel without the maintenance of real stone.
   
3. Auryn Circular Mirror Cabinet solves the old problem of mirrored cabinets that look like an afterthought. This one is a single round piece with adjustable front and back lighting, defogger, heater, and in-cabinet charging. It supports dual-basin setups with multiple units linked together. Its sibling, the Spirit Mirror, just won Bathroom Solution of the Year 2026 at the Showhome Awards.
   
4. COYA by Dornbracht marks the brand’s first release under its new “Inspiring your vision” platform. The design sits between round and square—a mediator of geometries—with fluid, sculptural lines from spout to handle. It debuted at Clerkenwell Design Week and later appeared as a spatial installation in Copenhagen. Available in dark bronze matt and brushed dark platinum, it makes you rethink what a faucet can be.
5. Lussari Built-in Baths by Victoria + Albert give designers the look of a freestanding tub when the project calls for a built-in solution. Available in 1600mm and 1700mm sizes, they can be clad in marble, natural stone, antique mirrored glass, or polished tiles. The oval silhouette includes a 20‑degree recline for comfort, no overflow, and adjustable feet for leveling. It proves that built-in doesn’t have to mean compromised.
6. Monroe by C.P. Hart x Kast reimagines the classic London basin with handcrafted concrete detailing. Made in the UK, it features a fluted exterior and a built-in shelf for the faucet. Three mounting options are available: wall-hung with a floor base, with a metal bracket, or pure wall-hung. It feels both timeless and thoroughly modern.
7. Naturepanel by Grant Westfield offers decorative waterproof wall panels that mimic natural wood grain. Two product lines—plank and slat—come in seven finishes, providing the warmth of wood without the moisture worries. A practical solution for anyone who wants biophilic design in a high‑humidity space.
8. Nine Elms – London Collection by 34 St John is all about craftsmanship. Solid wood cabinetry in American black walnut, European oak, or painted ash, topped with 30mm stone countertops and S-curve edges. Knurled hardware and matching back panels elevate every detail. This is furniture that asks to be looked at.
9. Pantheon by GRAFF takes inspiration from ancient Roman columns and temples, translating that grandeur into sculptural faucets and showers. It was unveiled at Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026 and is available in all 28 of GRAFF’s artisanal finishes. The modular concept offers flexibility, transforming the bathroom into “a personal retreat where water, material and light exist in seamless harmony.”
10. Park Lane by C.P. Hart was developed over two years by Matt Harrison and the brand’s Italian in‑house team. It offers a fresh take on classical‑meets‑modern design, also available in the Hoxton furniture range. It’s refined, considered, and built to last—a worthy finalist.
    The common thread across these ten finalists is clear: bathroom design is no longer an afterthought. It’s a space where intelligence, nature, and art converge. The winners will be crowned on November 6 at the Royal Lancaster London, but the shortlist already gives us a blueprint for the year ahead.