Geberit reveals new insights on sensory design, reshaping modern bathrooms into serene spaces that enhance well-being through intentional design.
In the pursuit of improved quality of life, bathroom design plays a pivotal role. Yet, in many homes, bathrooms remain purely functional spaces—often stark, echoey, and lined with cold, uninviting surfaces.
For designers, the challenge lies in reimagining the bathroom as a true sanctuary within the home. Geberit’s recent research underscores this shift, highlighting an increased focus on wellness. A UK survey of 2,000 adults shows that over half have made meaningful improvements to their self-care routines since the onset of the pandemic. With a trend toward more private, personal spaces, many are entertaining at home less frequently, favoring moments of solitude and relaxation.
So, how can designers leverage sensory elements to transform the bathroom into a modern sanctuary?
Sound
Managing sound is crucial in creating a calming bathroom atmosphere. Geberit’s Silent-db20 piping helps reduce noise from water flow, while wall-hung toilets with concealed cisterns, like the Geberit Duofix, prevent sound transmission down walls and through floors, ensuring peace and quiet.
Sight
Color selection can redefine a bathroom’s ambiance. Brassware often guides the palette, with accessories matching its finish for cohesion. Geberit’s flush plates come in various colors and finishes, complementing ceramic fixtures. Incorporating natural materials like wood, slate, and stone softens the space, bringing warmth and comfort. Proper lighting, especially with automatic or orientation lights, minimizes harsh nighttime exposure, preserving restful sleep environments.
Touch
Hygienic, touchless flush controls are increasingly popular, but texture also enriches the sensory experience. Surfaces like rustic wood and slate add tactile variety and warmth, enhancing the bathroom’s sensory appeal.
Scent
Odor control goes beyond masking smells with fragrance. Geberit’s advanced odour extraction unit, compatible with Sigma concealed cisterns, neutralizes unwanted scents, maintaining fresh, inviting air.
An Oasis of Well-being
As wellness becomes a top priority for homeowners, designers are called to transform bathrooms into personal sanctuaries—a true place of escape within the home.
Source: interior designer