The Design Approach
The design evolved through a series of iterative stages, with each revision refining the balance between aesthetics, functionality and cost efficiency.
Product placement was carefully considered to ensure accessibility while maintaining a structured and logical layout. The result is a Washroom Design Hub that supports both independent exploration and guided discussion.
Material choices, spatial planning and resource allocation were continuously reviewed to ensure the final space delivered against both practical and design objectives.
Key Features of the Design Hub
- Fully working Superloo, showers, and Doc M washroom layouts
- Alavo Solo and Alavo Behind Mirror System in full operation
- 24 operational sensor tap and soap dispenser installations
- Extensive washroom accessory displays
- HI MACS solid surface throughout key architectural elements
A Better Way to Make Decisions
The Washroom Design Hub provides a functional setting that supports clearer specification decisions and greater confidence in product selection.
A central feature of the Washroom Design Hub is the fully operational Alavo Behind Mirror System.
This installation demonstrates how taps, soap dispensers and accessories can be integrated behind a single mirrored surface, supporting both efficiency and design clarity.
All components are active, allowing visitors to interact with the system and understand its functionality in real time.
The Washroom Design Hub showcases a wide range of special finishes and coatings, including stainless steel, polyester powder coating, ceramic and physical vapour deposition.
These materials are displayed in real working environments, allowing comparison of appearance, durability and suitability for different project types.
HI MACS solid surface is also used extensively throughout the Design Hub, extending into architectural surfaces to create a consistent design intent.
The Alavo system is SMART ready, with ongoing development to connect key products to the Dolphin SMART Cloud.
Once integrated, the system will demonstrate how connected washroom technology can help monitor usage, reduce water consumption and improve energy efficiency.
This supports more data informed and sustainable commercial washroom design.
Sustainability has been embedded throughout the Washroom Design Hub and specification.
Sensor taps, cartridge foam soap systems and motion activated lighting reduce unnecessary water and energy use, while touch free soap dispensers support efficient operation.
The Central London location reduces travel requirements for visiting architects and designers, helping to lower carbon impact. Natural planting has also been introduced throughout the studio to enhance the environment.
The Washroom Design Hub functions as both a technical workspace and a collaborative meeting environment.
It includes video conferencing facilities, a large presentation screen and a soundproof booth for focused work or private discussions.
The HI MACS conference table features wireless charging, while the kitchen area includes premium finishes, a Quooker tap and coffee facilities to support washroom workshops and meetings.
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