“Bellevue” Bathtub Design Inspired by Downtown Central Library
Hydro Systems used our prime biblioetheca's angular shape to compose this tub
By Kate Calamusa December 30, 2014
This article originally appeared in the January 2015 issue of Seattle magazine.
With its signature angular lines and striking shape, the Seattle Public Library’s Central Library not only houses masterpieces, it has inspired one: the “Bellevue” bathtub by California-based Hydro Systems.
While the name is a geographic leap for us locals, the sleek, rectangular-shaped tub takes the same high-art, high-end approach to bathrooms as our venerable landmark does to architecture. Incredibly deep, with walls that angle out at 28 degrees for a supremely comfortable soak, the Bellevue is crafted from HydroLuxe composite and available in matte, polished or modern two-tone finish. $4,475, available to order from Seattle Interiors (Fremont, 3822 Stone Way N; 206.633.2900; seattleinteriors.com; hydrosystem.com)