This Public Urinal Design Helps Those with Visual Impairments
Michael Hemsworth — June 4, 2020 — Art & Design
References: yankodesign
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.
The conceptual public urinal design is finished with a series of railings to help users orient themselves when standing in front of the fixture.
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.
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