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THG^®-Paris, the leading French atelier for the luxury bath, unveils Pétale de Cristal – representing the brand’s first foray with one of the most prestigious and recognized brands in fine French crystal, Baccarat.

This dramatic series, created by THG collaborator and hospitality designer extraordinaire, Pierre-Yves Rochon, dazzles with innovation, detail and color.

Bearing the distinctive Baccarat imprint with the allure of opulent crystal, Pétale de Cristal empowers designers, architects and homeowners to bring a crowning touch to the bath that is exceptional and unlike any other luxury fitting.

Using the delicate lotus flower as inspiration, Pierre-Yves Rochon has created a synergy that showcases THG’s impeccable fine craftsmanship in finish detail and Baccarat’s exemplary capabilities in fine crystal and jewelry.

In a diverse range of rich colors, Pétale de Cristal brings exquisite depth into the fold with choices of crisp crystal (with a choice of clear or gold accented detailing), deep red, bold blue and the mysterious and unexpected black.

A full series of bath and shower fittings as well as sensational accessories have been designed to complement the collection. The brilliant and dynamic Baccarat colored crystal handles are paired with several finish variations of the fittings including polished chrome and gold.

“Baccarat is internationally renowned for their unparalleled quality, clarity and intense colors in crystal,” said Pedro Uranga, National Director for THG USA. “To be aligned with such a respected and illustrious brand as Baccarat and be trusted with Baccarat’s bold signature designs illustrates our abilities as a premier brand.”

Transparency and color are among some of crystal’s most important qualities – and the emblematic Baccarat Red is one the most distinguished and recognized colored crystals in the world.

The creation of Baccarat Red is a world of alchemy, developed by adding gold to special elements at a specific temperature. Baccarat mastered this process in the late 1830’s, making Baccarat Red their signature color.

THG-Paris was also recently awarded the prestigious EPV (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant) Quality Label by the French Ministry of Economy, Finance and Industry, a label that Baccarat received in 2007.

This further illustrates the commitment that THG-Paris and Baccarat have to producing the finest materials and craftsmanship.

The EPV (known in English as “Living Heritage Enterprise”) Quality Label is a mark of recognition that distinguishes French companies with craft skills and manufacturing excellence.

The label characterizes companies with a history and heritage in innovation and a unique know-how that have helped to establish their reputation as a French business.

Pétale de Cristal follows master hospitality designer Pierre-Yves Rochon’s successful, long-time collaboration with THG, and is anticipated to be one of its most exciting collections created in THG’s extensive roster of fine luxury fittings.

Rochon, who began his relationship with THG in 2005, has created exquisite interiors in major hotels including the Shangri-La Hotel and George V Four Seasons Hotel in Paris, as well as The Savoy in London and The Peninsula in Shanghai, among others.

For more information about Pétale de Cristal and other fine THG collections for the bath, visit: www.thgusa.com