Optics are not the same as quality. You have to be able to tolerate it, but in terms of quality, Villeroy & Boch, Kaldewei, Ideal, Duravit are in a league of their own. You should not be dazzled by gimmicks. Concealed fittings are harder to maintain or even replace than exposed ones. And a rain shower is not better for showering than a normal shower.
A window does not become better because it is grey foiled; dark grey even causes it to warp in the summer sun. A concrete roof tile is cheaper than a clay roof tile, but just as durable. Among other things. In my opinion, it is not worth building far beyond the standard; the house will neither be more durable nor more habitable because of it, only more expensive. Karsten