The Square Space-Saving Roca ‘Element' Loo
Marissa Brassfield — January 1, 2009 — Art & Design
Most traditional oval toilets do anything but save space; this wall hung square Roca ‘Element’ toilet mounts right onto the wall for a minimalist loo that’s sure to catch your guests’ attention.
The Roca ‘Element’ bathroom collection is designed by David Chipperfield for Roca Bathrooms. Much of it features sleek, wall-mounted bathroom fixtures like toilets, bidets and basins.
Implications - Hygiene products and bathroom appliances are being looked at in a whole new light. People are updating everything within their homes including their toilets. Consumers are obsessed with change and the popularity of minimalist, modern design is a great excuse to purchase something new. Businesses that appeal to the new clean and simple aesthetic are sure to prosper as Apple has with minimalist design and marketing.
The Roca ‘Element’ bathroom collection is designed by David Chipperfield for Roca Bathrooms. Much of it features sleek, wall-mounted bathroom fixtures like toilets, bidets and basins.
Implications - Hygiene products and bathroom appliances are being looked at in a whole new light. People are updating everything within their homes including their toilets. Consumers are obsessed with change and the popularity of minimalist, modern design is a great excuse to purchase something new. Businesses that appeal to the new clean and simple aesthetic are sure to prosper as Apple has with minimalist design and marketing.
Trend Themes
1. Minimalist Bathroom Design - Opportunity for businesses to cater to the rising popularity of minimalist, modern design in the bathroom space.
2. Hygiene and Sanitary Products - Innovation opportunities in developing new and improved bathroom appliances and hygiene products.
3. Wall-mounted Fixtures - Potential for businesses to create space-saving solutions with wall-mounted fixtures for toilets, bidets, and basins.
Industry Implications
1. Home Improvement - Opportunity for businesses in the home improvement industry to offer products and services that align with the minimalist bathroom design trend.
2. Sanitary and Hygiene Products - Innovation opportunities for businesses in the sanitary and hygiene products industry to develop new and improved products, specifically for the bathroom.
3. Plumbing and Fixture Manufacturing - Potential for businesses in the plumbing and fixture manufacturing industry to create and market space-saving wall-mounted fixtures for bathrooms.
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