Refined design on tap at Mountain View Retreat

Functionally, the butler’s pantry configuration allows the HydroTap to operate as a distinct zone for hydration and beverage preparation, while the adjacent mixer tap maintains the practical demands of washing and cleaning. This separation introduces an ease of movement within the space, particularly when entertaining or preparing meals.

“It can be used as a secondary tap alongside a mixer, or as a standalone water station,” says Azarcon. “In a butler’s pantry, it often becomes a dedicated point for drinks, which helps streamline how the kitchen operates overall.”

Beneath the surface, the system is supported by Zenith’s HydroTap command centre, discreetly housed under the bench. As the operational core of the tap, it manages the delivery of boiling, chilled and sparkling water with a focus on both performance and sustainability.

Recent refinements have introduced a more energy-conscious approach, including the use of R290 refrigerant gas, significantly reducing global warming potential compared to previous systems.

“The command centre is effectively the brains of the HydroTap,” Azarcon says. “With the latest updates, we’ve improved ventilation and energy efficiency so it performs consistently while reducing environmental impact.”

This attention to performance extends to water quality. The system incorporates Zenith’s MicroPurity 8-in-1 filtration, designed to address a wide range of contaminants, from chlorine and sediment through to microplastics and PFAS. In a home where materiality and craftsmanship are held to a high standard, the quality of water is an equally considered element.

“There is a growing awareness around what’s in our drinking water,” Azarcon says. “Our filtration removes up to 99.4 per cent of PFAS, along with other common contaminants, so homeowners can feel confident about the water they’re consuming every day.”

What distinguishes the integration of the HydroTap at Mountain View Retreat is not the presence of advanced technology alone, but the way it is embedded into the architecture. It supports the high-level performance and aesthetic of the home, while offering immediacy and a sense of ease. The result is a home where performance is felt rather than seen, and where even the simple act of pouring a glass of water is considered and resolved.

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