PRECIOUS SURFACES FOR THE SHOWER ENVIRONMENT
THEA
THEA is the new star of FIMA Carlo Frattini’s Wellness catalogue, designed for an international market that pays attention to innovation and an idea of exclusive and material luxury. The project interprets the contemporary bathroom as an open design space, finding character and identity. The shower head is then distinguished by its large stone-effect surface and by the thin LED light ring that delineates its profile, to become a true architectural element capable of defining the shower space. At the heart of the design study is the use of a state of the art technical ceramic material that reproduces the aesthetics of natural stones but with superior performance and a more sustainable approach than the use of extracted and non-renewable materials.
The result is an object of design that combines precious qualities with the precision and durability of stainless steel, in a decorative project with a strong aesthetic impact. THEA comes from the creative vision of the Studio GIO FORMA, an international entity known for theatrical sets, major events and iconic architecture a design sensibility.
A STONE AND STAINLESS-STEEL EFFECT
FOR CONTEMPORARY LUXURY
The project reflects a precise vision of contemporary luxury: precious materials, refined surfaces and exclusive technical solutions to transform the shower into an immersive experience. The shower head is available in different design configurations, for ceiling or wall installation, with a 5 centimetre diameter arm to ensure structural and aesthetic balance to the product.
The arms are designed to integrate the hook-up to the water and the electricity necessary for the LED light. The polished or brushed steel structure can be produced in the galvanic and PVD finishes of the FIMA Wellness collections, adding to the purity of the stainless steel with the warmest and most precious shades, such as gold, champagne, amber bronze and mocha, or the depth of the timeless black chrome.
There is no shortage of colourful, matt white and black versions.
The stone effect disc is also available in different variants and veins from the simplest solutions such as travertine for elegant and bright atmospheres to the most sophisticated brown shades of Noir Desir for more impactful and decisive environments.
Designed as a unique, almost artistic piece, THEA is not a collection but a distinctive object able to become the absolute protagonist of the shower space. Integrated with all shower systems and recessed bodies of the FIMA collections, it is an ideal solution for high-level residential projects and wellness environments where design, material and light come together in an authentic and exclusive luxury experience.
CAMO DESIGN AND MATERIAL TECHNOLOGY
THEA
THEA’s aesthetic concept stems from a precise idea: to camouflage the shower head by transforming it into a decorative element that dialogues with the architecture of the shower area. The protagonist is a 32 centimetre diameter disc with stone-effect surface, characterised by natural veins designed to conceal the water-dispensing nozzles. When the shower head is not in operation, the object appears as a large suspended elemental surface, intriguing and almost enigmatic in its function.
The surface is actually made with thin technical ceramic slabs reinforced with fibreglass, an innovative material that faithfully reproduces the aesthetics of natural stones but with superior performance. This solution allows you to achieve an authentic material effect while maintaining fundamental characteristics for the bathroom environment, being lightness, strength, hygiene and ease of maintenance.
La struttura del soffione è composta da tre elementi principali: braccio portante, corpo soffione in acciaio inox e disco ceramico decorativo. The structure of the shower head is made up of three main elements: a support arm, stainless-steel shower head body and decorative ceramic disc. The disc is a micro perforated structure affixed with a magnetic system that allows the element to be removed in the event of extraordinary maintenance.
The anti-limescale nozzles of the shower head reach the surface, interacting only minimally with the disc to help maintain the formal purity of the project and simplify everyday cleaning, exactly like a traditional shower head.
Another distinctive element is the integrated LED light, a thin luminous blade running along the profile of the shower head. The light has a scenic function. It is not a primary source of lighting but a luminous accent that enhances the product and contributes to creating an enveloping atmosphere in the shower space.
The light can be turned on via a dedicated electrical switch, independent of the water supply, so the light can be on even before or after using the shower to emphasise the visual impact.
GIO’ FORMA
DESIGN
Giò Forma is an award-winning international studio curating iconic projects that span from Saudi Arabia to Vietnam. Their signature is synonymous with landmark architecture and experiences that seamlessly blend art, culture, and tourism. Among their most celebrated successes are their contribution to Expo Milano 2015, with the creative direction of the Tree of Life, and the design of the Maraya Concert Hall, the world’s largest mirrored building. The studio’s excellence transcends the luxury and entertainment sectors: from stage designs for the premieres of Teatro alla Scala and the Bolshoi, to collaborations with brands such as Gucci, Armani, and Bvlgari. With extensive experience in major live events, Giò Forma has curated tours for artists like Vasco Rossi and Marco Mengoni, and successfully designed the opening and closing ceremonies for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games. A twenty-year journey that continues to redefine the boundaries between design, technology, and spatial storytelling.