The Art of Restroom Spaces
DesignConcept123 is a research-focused platform examining restroom design from technical, operational, and human-centred perspectives. Instead, we’re here to explore, share, and celebrate the art, science, and soul of restroom design. From the understated elegance of minimalist public washrooms to the playful charm of family-friendly spaces, this blog documents design concepts, performance considerations, and emerging practices in restroom environments.
We believe restrooms are more than just functional spaces, they’re opportunities to tell a story, evoke an emotion, and elevate everyday experiences. Whether you’re a designer, an architect, a facilities planner, or simply someone who’s fascinated by how spaces can shape human behaviour, the content is intended for professionals and researchers interested in how built environments influence user behavior
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Sensor Faucet Maintenance & Troubleshooting for Commercial Restrooms
In many commercial environments, sensor faucets are increasingly specified for hygiene, water efficiency, and operational consistency. In hospitals and airports, hotels and malls, commercial restrooms are quickly adopting touchless technology to improve hygiene and save water. But sensor faucets, as good-looking and sophisticated as they are, aren’t completely maintenance-free.
2025 Trends in Smart Bathroom Technology: From Faucets to Full Automation
This article examines emerging trends in smart bathroom technology, including automation, controls, and sustainability considerations. Where convenience and smarts converge, and cleanliness is less of an amenity but a fully automated process. What were once simple spaces for individual grooming are well on their way to becoming hubs of innovation, sustainability, and style.
What Architects Ought to Know About ADA-Accessible Shower Design
Architects designing bathrooms are never just designing for style, particularly when accessibility is involved. For architects, knowing the ins and outs of ADA-accessible shower design isn’t merely about checking boxes. It’s about providing spaces that provide dignity, independence, and safety for all people, no matter their physical ability.
Grand Marlowe Renovation
The Grand Marlowe Hotel has long been the height of city-center sophisticated and old-school glamour.
This case study reviews the Grand Marlowe’s restroom overhaul, documenting design decisions, fixture performance observations, and user experience findings.
Luxury Hotel Showers
Luxury Shower System Design Guide for Modern Hotels
Today’s luxury shower system hotel design is more than hip-looking hardware installation. It’s designing a sense experience that elevates the entire guest stay and positions your hotel for market distinction.
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Analysis spans conceptual planning through specification, supported by documented references and field data.
Industry Veterans
Research-informed content focused on performance, compliance, maintenance, and long-term value.
Top-Tier Content
Structured articles with clear assumptions, practical checklists, and references to common building and accessibility requirements.
Application Contexts
Designed to support decision-making for architects, engineers, facility teams, and owners.
Field Notes & Case Studies
A growing library of documented restroom planning examples and lessons learned.
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Useful for early-stage design planning and fixture selection.
Clear breakdowns of maintenance, sensor behavior, and real-world performance.
Used by project teams to inform restroom specification standardization across multiple sites.
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Sensor Faucet Comparison: Feature Sets, Maintenance Load, and Spec Considerations
A structured comparison using published specs, control features, and serviceability factors.
Bathroom Fixture Research Hub (AEC)
A structured comparison using published specs, control features, and serviceability factors.
Multifeed Design in Large Commercial Restrooms
A structured comparison using published specs, control features, and serviceability factors.
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Exploring the relationship between restroom design, function, and user experience.
A documentation-based approach to restroom design analysis.