This public urinal design has been conceptualized by Hitesh Kumar Suthar as a way to help support the millions of people around the world who have some kind of visual impairment. The urinal design is achieved using a series of floor tiles that will work to guide the user to a free stall by letting them know through tactile feedback the right direction to walk. The sensors at the urinal itself will also work to guide the user to a stall for them to use as a final bit of support that would prevent them from disturbing someone already using the facilities.
The conceptual public urinal design is finished with a series of railings to help users orient themselves when standing in front of the fixture.
Accessible Restroom Designs
This Public Urinal Design Helps Those with Visual Impairments
Trend Themes
1. Accessible Restroom Designs - Innovative restroom designs are incorporating accessibility technology to help visually-impaired individuals navigate usage.
2. Tactile Feedback Technology - Growing popularity of tactile feedback technology used in restrooms presents opportunities for its application in other public facilities and industries.
3. Smart Restroom Management - Integration of sensors and other technology in restroom systems holds potential for efficient usage management, particularly in high-traffic areas.
Industry Implications
1. Public Restroom Design - Incorporating technology to meet accessibility needs of people with disabilities can lead to transformative improvements in restroom design.
2. Hospitality Industry - Restroom innovations that cater to special needs groups like visually-impaired individuals offer significant value for hotels, resorts, and other hospitality businesses.
3. Urban Infrastructure - Application of technology-driven accessibility solutions like tactile feedback and smart sensors in public facilities like restrooms can have knock-on positive effects on urban infrastructure management and planning.