Nothing about it says utilitarian.” The tub is made of iroko wood, which mimics teak at a slightly lower price. To fabricate the one-of-kind specimen, Kripke called on a college friend who works ...

For example, iroko wood, which looks similar to teak, costs €528 including VAT for a counter that is three metres long and 650mm deep. It doesn't take much to keep the wood in shape: just rub a ...