BATHS, BASINS & WC’S Sonia De Gioia
Geberit
Geberit’s Showroom Sales Director, Sonia De Gioia, explains why wall-hung toilets are a smart response to smaller bathrooms and higher expectations.
pressure to do more with less. Reduced footprints in apartments and new-build properties sit alongside rising consumer expectations for bathrooms that feel calm, considered and premium. According to Sonia De Gioia, Sales Director of Showrooms atGeberit, this combination of constraints and ambition is driving sustained interest in wall-hung toilets. While compact bathroom layouts are becoming increasingly common, homeowners are no longer prepared to compromise on style or comfort. Influenced by hotel-inspired interiors and spa-like design trends, today’s bathrooms are expected to feel open, uncluttered and effortlessly modern. Creating that sense of space, even in modest settings, has become a key consideration for designers and retailers alike. One solution proving particularly effective is
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the wall-hung WC. By removing the toilet from the floor and concealing the cistern within the wall, these designs create a cleaner visual line and a more spacious feel - an effect that resonates strongly with consumers. Research from Geberit shows that 85% of homeowners prioritise a bathroom that feels open and spacious, while 43% associate wall-hung toilets specifically with modern, premium design and space-saving appeal.
Designed formodern living Beyond aesthetics, wall-hung toilets also answer practical demands around hygiene and flexibility. With no base touching the floor, cleaning is simplified, and the room instantly appears less cluttered - an increasingly important selling point for time-poor homeowners. From a specification perspective, wall-hung
WCs offer far greater freedom in layout than traditional floor-mounted models. Pre-wall installation systems allow the cistern and pipework to be hidden behind the wall, enabling toilets to be positioned in locations that would otherwise be challenging - such as beneath windows - within slim service voids or under sloping ceilings. This flexibility opens up new possibilities for bathroom planning, particularly in compact or awkward spaces.
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Installation systems have also evolved significantly, making wall-hung solutions far more accessible than they once were. Modern pre-wall frames are designed for efficiency and reliability, with features that simplify handling, fixing and long-term servicing. Access to the cistern is typically achieved discreetly through the flush plate, ensuring a seamless finish without compromisingmaintenance requirements.
Adding value through choice Geberit’s Duofix Alpha installation elements exemplify this new generation of systems. Designed for drywall construction, the range is available inmultiple heights and is compatible with a wide selection of contemporary flush plates, allowing retailers and designers to tailor the final look to suit different interior styles and budgets. For showrooms looking to introduce an additional layer of innovation, wall-hung installations also provide a natural platform for shower toilets. Models such as the AquaClean Alba offer integrated spray functionality and intuitive controls within a refined, minimalist design - delivering a premium bathroom experience for a relatively modest uplift on a conventional WC. As consumers becomemore aware of shower toilet technology, these products are increasingly seen as a desirable upgrade rather than a niche luxury.
A future-ready bathroom solution As bathrooms continue to move beyond pure functionality and into the realm of lifestyle and wellbeing, products that maximise space while enhancing design will remain in demand. Wall-hung toilets meet this brief by combining visual lightness, hygiene benefits and planning flexibility - all supported by advanced installation systems that simplify specification and delivery. For retailers, designers and specifiers, they represent a future-ready solution that aligns perfectly with the expectations of modern homeowners.
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