Louise: Clients demand well-engineered products that offer sustainable solutions in durability, functionality, and design alongside a wide range to suit all types of projects and price expectations in line with market demands. We are certain that the bathroom of tomorrow will look different and need to meet these new demands in the region and worldwide.
Christele: The concept of the bathroom has evolved over the years from an area where we spent the least amount of time, to one where we spend a lot of time enjoying our moments of relaxation.
How do you customise your products for a property’s specific needs?
Jane: Beside many finishes, ranging from stainless steel, gold plated, glass, to plastics, Sanit has also developed a new design for a trendy bathroom look. The LIS flush plate includes a light-sensor for lighting effects when entering.
Thomas: Dornbracht is able to customise products through precise engineering and technology, be it a big Sensory Sky, creating different types of rain, fog, light, and fragrances or pre-programmed water choreographies.
Louise: Smart features are constantly being incorporated into modern bathrooms. Trends continue to move in the direction of relaxing and comfortable bathrooms. All Geberit products are exemplary in terms of water and energy consumption and sound insulation.
Christele: Kohler’s whole philosophy in design is to fuse local cultures and regional tastes with the values of the company to fuel creativity and design products that are relevant to the customer’s wishes.
Is price a major concern in recent times?
Jane: Price is always a concern, but quality should not suffer because of it. Especially with hotels, high quality standards of operations is a major factor in a hotel’s lifecycle costs. Investing in quality products remains an important factor in lowering operating costs.
Thomas: Dornbracht, as a premium manufacturer, stands for highest quality. An increasing number of people appreciate that the products they buy are produced with a focus on quality, sustainability, and precision. Transparency regarding the origin of our products and the materials used is important and offers them confidence.
Louise: Value engineering is a challenge but you have to look at the full life cycle of a product to see its true value, and the support we offer as a manufacturer is very important. Having had a presence in the region for more than 25 years, Geberit is committed to the Middle East market providing a support network of technical consultants for its customers.
Christele: Quality and design play a more important role than price when it comes to designing bathrooms. With our comprehensive portfolio we are able to provide a variety of affordable and luxurious options that can fit all hotel budgets.
What are some of the latest sustainability measures in the bathroom design segment?
Jane: Sustainable designs are on the forefront of many bathroom suppliers. Aliaxis’ companies are no exception with leading certifications, including ISO 9001, and Green Building Council certificates from Singapore. Sanit, Aliaxis’ bathroom brand, has furthermore obtained the water efficiency label and Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) to state its water-saving technology that meets LEED and Estidama standards.
Thomas: The issue of sustainability is of great concern in the development of our products, which are all ecologically sustainable. Dornbracht fixtures are made from 100% recyclable materials. For the purposes of sustainability and in accordance with technological progress, we introduced a copper-zinc alloy for all wash stand and sink fixtures.
Louise: Sustainability is of utmost importance to Geberit. We make every effort to use natural resources carefully, thus making a contribution towards protecting the environment. This begins with the development of our products and extends to their production and use through to responsible recycling.
Christele: Kohler’s new rainhead showerheads use Katalyst technology, an air induction system that makes each drop feel bigger and perform better. Our other sustainable products include Kohler DTV+ system, a digital system that allows users to preset the duration of showers to save water. Kohler has also introduced the first 3L flush toilet in the market complying with Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organisation (SASO) standards.
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