In keeping with the recent theme about the practicality of more universally designed bathrooms for everyone, I came across this post today, featuring an interesting line of bath/tub combos from Europe:
http://www.universaldesignstyle.com/twin-line-walk-in-bathtub-and-shower-combo/
For some reason this design makes me more worried about leaks than a lot of walk-in tubs, maybe it's the glass door. Still, it's pretty interesting. But what is even more interesting to me is the marketing brochure. In the states, walk-in tubs tend to be positioned for the Ed McMahon set. But if you look at the Artweger brochure (beware, bare bottoms shown) the models are young and there is a clear "family versatility"message.
http://www.artweger.at/pdf/fremdsprachen/folder_twinline_3spr.pdf
These obviously are not fully accessible, and the bath still requires the ability to fully lower oneself and then rise. But that's not the issue--it provides flexibility in use (principle 2 of universal design). It's not a tub for someone who can't really use a traditional tub. Rather, I can have my tub and shower in one flexible unit, even if I might only ever use the shower part. And that can simply be a matter of preference as much as ability.
Another example of innovative, "cool" design transcending the mental barriers around more accessible solutions?
And I bet the kids would really like the aquarium feel of that glass door.
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Innovative shower/bath--and innovative marketing
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I really love innovative bathrooms, the other day I had a look at ROCA's website and I discovered a huge number of products which are really innovative. The new In tank meridian toilet is just perfect for reduced spaces 'cause it doesn't have a concealed tank!
Regards,
Lisa
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