You know the old saying: the sink is the heart of the bathroom. But all too often that sink looks nasty, covered in toothpaste and draped with a half-used container of floss. Here’s a sink that can cleverly hide everything away when you’re not spitting your mouthwash into it.
Hidden is a concept designed by Giulio Gianturco for Makro that’s basically a washbasin concealed within a wooden box. Inspired by nautical equipment, Hidden includes a sink basin made from sturdy Corian, stainless steel taps, a mirror with a light, a plug, and an extra secret compartment below for stashing your Scope. The result is a clutter-free vanity in your bathroom that only needs to be opened when you’re using it (although I’d be a little worried about spattering the mirror with my freshly-washed hands).
But here’s the most interesting part and why I think this is actually a brilliant idea. When you remodel your bathroom, you often have to invest in a sink that you end up leaving behind when you move. Hidden can move with you. All you’ll need at your next house is a nice clean countertop and the proper plumbing and electrical connections. It’s the perfect minimalist sink solution. [designboom]