Inclusive bathrooms and washrooms
Our greater understanding of inclusivity has brought with it an appreciation that when it comes to design, inclusive doesn’t have to mean ‘uninspired’. Our selection of bath- and washroom specialists prove that.
The following materials all count towards your 35-hour annual CPD requirement.
Highlights and illustrates how contemporary design can create beautiful, accessible bathrooms that are not only functional but that comply with current regulations and the needs of those with disabilities.
HEWI inclusive systems include a range of stylish and compliant accessible bathrooms. HEWI's contemporary designs combine innovative functionality with intuitive installation technology, allowing clients to create aspirational, accessible spaces. HEWI has a range of products to suit the needs of every building type and user group.
Duration: 45 minutes, plus Q&A
Practical advice on how to help safeguard vulnerable users of washrooms in mental health facilities. By their nature washrooms are private spaces, and often used unsupervised to maintain patient dignity. It is therefore vital that every effort is made to make them safe, and to prevent self-harm by using fixtures and fittings designed to prevent ligatures being attached.
A British company founded in 1942, Dudley specialises in manufacturing high quality stainless steel washroom equipment. Its range includes everything from wallmounted dispensers to integral recessed units. It recently added high contrast coloured units to benefit dementia patients and an anti-ligature range to help support the vulnerable and promote independence.
Duration: 30 minutes, plus Q&A
Covers how to specify healthcare sanitary assemblies in line with Health Building Notes (HBN) regulations. Discusses the HBN 00-10 Part C regulations to showcase the different sanitary assembly units, where and how to specify them, the different access options and materials available, and how to choose the most suitable sanitaryware and brassware for your project.
Bushboard has been manufacturing washrooms systems for over 80 years. Its range of well designed, flexible washroom products works across all sectors, while its reputation has been built on delivering quality products at affordable prices. Bushboard’s portfolio of stylish cubicle systems is complimented with ducting and vanity units, both of which can be delivered pre-plumbed.
Duration: 45 minutes, plus Q&A
Discusses key considerations when designing washrooms, including how to choose suitable materials for toilet cubicles, vanity units, panelling and lockers – all with maintenance, hygiene, speedier and more cost-effective installation in mind. Also covers relevant regulations and building standards.
Venesta lives and breathes washrooms. Inspired to innovate and with product excellence as its goal, Venesta is committed to setting the benchmark for superior design and performance. The company's range of commercial toilet cubicle and washroom systems offers great choice, value for money and uncompromising quality – all delivered alongside exceptional customer service.
Duration: one hour, plus Q&A
Examines the design of sanitary facilities in accordance with Building Regulations Approved Document M, British Standard BS 8300-2; 2018 and the Equality Act 2010, in both domestic and non-domestic buildings.
Founded more than 125 years ago, Geberit is a European leader in the field of sanitary products, both in front and behind the wall. The Geberit portfolio includes a range of solutions in supply piping, drainage, installation systems, ceramics, bathroom furniture and shower toilets. Collectively they provide an innovative, durable and eco-efficient solution for any type of project.