In a striking fusion of heritage craftsmanship and modern interior design, Kohler has announced a new Artist Editions collaboration with AERIN founder and creative director Aerin Lauder. Titled the Fleurette Collection, the partnership introduces hand-applied floral motifs to three of Kohler’s most iconic bathroom fixtures, drawing deep inspiration from the centuries-old tradition of classic Delftware ceramics.
Crafted in high-quality white vitreous china, the newly debuted collection transforms functional domestic utilities into expressive decorative forms. The lineup comprises three classic Kohler designs: the Memoirs Stately toilet, the Memoirs Stately pedestal sink, and the Caxton rectangle sink. Rather than treating these pieces as purely utilitarian elements, the collaboration reimagines them as canvases for delicate, intricate artistry, bridging the gap between fine art and everyday home architecture.
The Fleurette Collection is made available in two distinct colorways, each offering a unique mood for the contemporary home. The first is a traditional blue-and-white palette that pays direct homage to historical European ceramics, while the second option introduces a soft green-and-white variation. This green iteration provides a fresh, modern interpretation of traditional Delftware, drawing directly from Lauder’s growing personal appreciation for the color and her desire to bring a garden-inspired sensibility into interior spaces.
At the heart of the collaboration lies a deeply personal narrative rooted in Lauder’s family history. Her vision for the Fleurette Collection stems directly from the blue-and-white ceramics that filled the home of her grandmother, the legendary Estée Lauder. Reflecting on these early aesthetic influences, Lauder notes that her grandmother taught her to appreciate beautiful objects and the rich stories they carry through generations. With this collection, Lauder sought to channel that sentiment into pieces that feel inherently timeless—objects designed to become a cherished part of a family’s home and enjoyed for years to come.
Having long admired Kohler’s dedication to elevating everyday spaces through thoughtful design, Lauder was particularly drawn to the opportunity of working with the brand’s prestigious Artist Editions initiative. For more than 40 years, the Artist Editions program has celebrated the intersection of fine art and industrial craftsmanship. The initiative combines precision manufacturing techniques with intricate decorative work executed entirely by skilled artisans stationed at Kohler’s headquarters in Kohler, Wisconsin. This partnership not only highlights Lauder’s unique perspective on interior decoration, but it also reinforces Kohler’s ongoing commitment to luxury design innovation and artisanal manufacturing methods.
Despite its centuries-old historical roots, Lauder emphasizes that there is something remarkably fresh about the aesthetic of Delftware in today’s design landscape. As contemporary residential design continues to shift toward treating bathrooms as sanctuaries for individual style and personal expression rather than purely functional utility rooms, the collaboration between Kohler and AERIN offers a timely solution. By merging historic craftsmanship with enduring modern design principles, the Fleurette Collection delivers what Lauder describes as a natural way to blend artistry, craftsmanship, and nostalgia, ultimately creating fixtures that feel both thoroughly modern and timelessly elegant for today’s interiors.
