What factors should hotels consider when designing and fitting out bathrooms?

Toni: Today, good bathroom design is not just about how something looks. It’s also about comfort, efficiency, sustainability and adaptability. They need to fill different requirements for people of different ages and also be capable of modifications.

Mohammed: Accessibility, functionality and space are some of the most important factors when designing bathrooms within hotels. Although the design might differ based on the location of the hotel or the rating, most guests are looking for an area of relaxation, a place to cleanse the body and mind. Hotels should also look at implementing the latest technology when fitting bathroom products.

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Sophay: Design is a key differentiator in this market, so knowing and understanding the needs of the target market is very important. For the hotelier, there are concerns beyond bathroom aesthetics. They must balance style with ease of cleaning, performance with durability and ergonomics with water saving.

Ivan: It’s essential to adapt to the local culture while maintaining global standards for international hotels. These global standards reflect the demands of the hotel bathroom with products, which have been carefully selected for optimum aftercare, housekeeping and maintenance as well as for their aesthetic appeal and longevity of design.

Louise: Fire safety, acoustics, ease of installation of products, availability of spare parts, aesthetics and product quality should be considered when designing a bathroom. With Geberit‘s prewall technology, installation is faster and creates an appealing and aesthetic living space.

How important are aesthetics when choosing bathroom products?

Toni: Hotel bathrooms are an important source of inspiration, as they often set new trends. The need for a feel-good experience has increased, along with the need for function and design. Quality has also taken on more significance, so architects of a bathroom should be concerned with designing a good shape for the bathrooms, allowing enough space for a shower, bath and a wash basin area with mirror and cabinet. In order to ensure a modern look, the design of the products should withstand a certain level of abrasion. Ideally, all items should have a neutral, timeless look.

Mohammed: Nowadays, travellers are aware of the latest market trends and many choose their stays based on the aesthetics of the hotel. Travellers embrace the ‘less is more’ aspect of a product, while being aware of all its functions. That’s why aesthetic products are in high demand, both by the hotel operators and the guests.

Sophay: Hotel guests expect to be wowed by their bathroom. For this reason, aesthetics are very important when choosing products for the hotel bathroom.

Arif: Aesthetics is one of the most important considerations when choosing bathroom products. A nice bathroom can provide the guest with a sense of wellness and relaxation.

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