SPACE PLANNING & INTERIORS
A HANDY SOLUTION
Dolphin Solutions discuss the space planning and maintenance benefits of integrated hand wash systems
Washroom design is advancing at pace, driven by the needs of users as well as FMs and cleaners. Innovations in washroom technologies are providing interesting new possibilities for the design of these essential public areas.
Overcrowded, uncomfortable and poorly-planned washrooms are becoming a less common experience for users as physiological and psychological needs are understood in more depth and applied to design. There are multiple factors to consider when designing a washroom, including ensuring the area is well ventilated, easy to maintain and keep clean.
Public health concerns also have a notable impact on the design of public facilities, as hygiene and safety remain high on the priorities list. Translating the needs and requirements of staff or visitors is leading to the development of ever more efficient and space saving solutions.
HIDDEN SERVICES Businesses invest significantly in
optimising usage of real estate assets and facility services are often one of the most significant ongoing costs for organisations. Efficient washroom design plays a part in maximising commercial floor space within a building and with Building Regulations stipulating that standard toilet cubicles must have a minimum of 450mm diameter internal manoeuvring space, square footage with washrooms is precious. Effective planning can ensure enough cubicles to prevent users from queuing, which is important since a good washroom experience has been shown to positively impact user experience.
Wet areas of washrooms have been traditionally cluttered with
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cumbersome products that are sometimes difficult to maintain. The set-up of these areas is changing and modern building designs incorporate new ways to tackle the challenges of keeping wet areas hygienic and appealing.
Plug and play, integrated auto- sensor taps, auto-sensor soap dispensers, litter bins and paper towel dispensers or electronic hand- dryer modules have been developed to provide the ultimate space saving solution. These modules can be securely situated behind a mirror, keeping these washroom essentials neatly hidden from view in cabinets available in a range of sizes.
“MODULAR HAND WASH SYSTEMS CAN BE FOUND IN THE GHERKIN, THE SHARD
AND THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL.”
Dolphin’s Alavo solution is an advanced system, developed for wet areas of a washroom with input from architects, clients and facilities staff. Providing the perfect balance between being practical and aesthetically pleasing, the modules utilise a single electrical connection, infrared sensors and LED lighting to provide the ultimate one-stop streamlined washroom solution.
COST SAVINGS The modular Alavo system
minimises installation and servicing
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