Staying cosy in style: modern heaters with a creative twist

Italian design duo Ludovica and Roberto Palomba have found a clever way to combine heating and lighting: developed for the brand Tubes, the Eve requires no installation and can be put anywhere necessary. When turned on, it exudes a stream of hot air from the lower part of its elliptically shaped casing – all the while creating an intriguing play of light. The visual “wow” effect is accentuated by elegant colour variants: gold, oxide red, white matt, or black matt.  

Is it a painting? Is it a screen? As you might have guessed – it’s neither. Only 28 millimetres thick and made from light-weight aluminium, the Square looks nothing like your average radiator. It comes in two versions (electrical or hydraulic) and can be ordered in different shapes. The rectangular variant allows you to mount it either horizontally or vertically on the wall. All of the modern heater’s fixture remain hidden behind the monochrome surface, making it seem like a work of art. With a variety of customisable features and more than 140 colours, there’s plenty of room for you to add a personal touch.   

Classic and yet contemporary: the versatile design concept of Agorà, a radiator mounted on the wall, will accommodate any style or taste. It is available in three versions (décor-free, single decor, or double decor) – not to mention the vast range of sizes, finishes, and colours. Another plus of this modern heater: it can be easily retrofitted without extensive renovation work. Thanks to an ultra-low water content and high output, the Agorà also helps you save energy while enjoying perfect indoor temperatures.     

Keeping it low-key and taking a backseat? Not with this one: the Milano grabs your attention as soon as you step into the room. Its iconic shape even earned the vertical electrical radiator a permanent spot at the design museum “Die neue Sammlung” (“the new collection”) in Munich, Germany. After launching the original in 2006, Italian brand Tubes recently came out with another version: the Milano is now available as a horizontal installation, either mounted on the wall or standing on the floor. You can also connect the modern heater to a wireless thermostat and program weekly schedules.    

What do you think of when you hear “Origami“? Probably an assortment of colourful, handcrafted figurines: maybe some playful birds or caterpillars? That’s exactly what Italian designer Alberto Meda had in mind when he developed the Origami. Named after the popular Japanese folding technique, this modern heater can be drawn open or wrapped up in a matter of seconds. It might thus serve as a room divider, a tower rail, or simply a piece of art all by itself. Based on the plug & play principle, you can opt for a free-standing setup or have your Origami radiator mounted onto the wall.  

Feeling a bit chilly in the bathroom? Or maybe you want to warm up on the couch after a long walk outside that left your hands and feet ice-cold?  With the Pipewave, a portable infrared column from the Austrian company Redwell, you’ll always have an extra source of 360° heating right by your side. The smallest version only weighs around 6 kilograms, so you can easily move it around and place it anywhere you see fit. Redwell offers options for permanent installations as well – with the modern heater attached either to the wall or ceiling. You can choose between different sizes and performances levels, ranging between 0.5 and 2 metres in height. 

You love multifunctional pieces that don’t take up too much space? Then this innovation, designed by Franca Lucarelli and Bruno Rapisarda for Italian manufacturer Scirocco, might be just what you’re looking for. The Graffe (which translates to “paper clip”) consists of a circular steel tube that serves both as a radiator and towel warmer. Mounted on the wall, either vertically or horizontally, it looks just like an oversized staple. The modern heater comes in two versions: hydraulic and electrical. Beyond the technical features, Scirocco also offers a broad variety of finishes in all sorts of colours – from black matt and metallised bronze to mustard yellow or bold red.