Life-Long Soaking: Permanent Bath Installation
In a forward-thinking approach, Duravit, a leading manufacturer of bathroom fixtures, is committed to creating barrier-free bathrooms that cater to the needs of all users, particularly those with mobility impairments. Duravit's product range, which includes under-mount washbasins like the D-Code Vital, DuraStyle Vital, and Starck 3 Vital models, is designed to intelligently combine function, form, and emotional appeal, supporting planners, architects, and private homeowners alike.
One of the key features of Duravit's barrier-free bathroom designs is the Sensor 1 touchless faucet, which simplifies daily life by eliminating the need for manual operation. Another important element is toilets with an elevated seat position and an outreach of 700 mm, which provide enhanced quality of life for mobility-impaired individuals.
The principle of Universal Design, which aims to create spaces that are accessible to all while maintaining aesthetic appeal, is at the heart of Duravit's designs. Key features of universal design bathrooms include wide doorways, roll-in showers, grab bars, non-slip flooring, well-lit areas, adjustable height fixtures, multi-level countertops, clear pathways, simple and intuitive controls, and emergency response systems.
Floor-level showers, like those offered by Duravit in the Sustano and Tempano series, play a significant role in a barrier-free bathroom, ensuring easy access and maneuverability. Ample space to move freely or maneuver with a walker or wheelchair is crucial, and Duravit's designs prioritize this aspect.
A study conducted by the German Sanitation Industry Association (VDS) in collaboration with the forsa-institute found that 95% of respondents consider age-appropriate bathroom equipment important or very important for an independent life in old age. Moreover, 66% of respondents consider age-appropriate bathroom equipment "very important," including 60% of 18- to 29-year-olds.
Duravit, in its commitment to creating comfortable and inclusive bathrooms, offers downloadable text and image material for their products and a wide range of design products to make the bathroom equally attractive. For specific guidelines from Duravit AG, it would be necessary to consult their official publications or website.
Future-oriented planning based on an individual needs analysis is beneficial for a barrier-free bathroom, and Duravit AG focuses on creating comfort baths with barrier-free design, style, comfort, and independence. The bathroom is considered the most important room in an apartment for age- or disability-friendly equipment, and a well-planned comfort bath today can serve as a senior-friendly or barrier-free bath in the future.
For inquiries, Duravit can be reached via email at [email protected]. The findings of the study mentioned can be found in the publication "Trends, Talks, and New Products - Action Barrier-free Bath."
- To support the varying needs of users in health-and-wellness, Duravit incorporates the Sensor 1 touchless faucet in their barrier-free bathroom designs, which aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals with mobility impairments.
- In alignment with science and aging, Duravit's commitment extends to creating comfort baths that are both barrier-free and style-conscious, addressing the importance of age-appropriate bathroom equipment for maintaining an independent life in old age as highlighted in a study by the German Sanitation Industry Association (VDS).
