Washrooms and Beyond initiated the contest in 2017 and has successfully conducted three editions. Initially meant for budding architects and interior designers, the contest was widened to include more categories and an even diverse set of contestants.
Hansgrohe India is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Hansgrohe Group, based in Schiltach/Southern Germany. Founded in 1901 in the Black Forest, the company gives water form and function with its faucets, showerheads and shower systems. The 120-year history of the company is marked by innovations, such as the first hand-held shower with multiple spray types, the first pull-out kitchen faucet, and the first wall bar to hold a hand-held shower.
The competition is meant for architecture and interior design firms/companies, practicing architects and interior designers covering pan-India, divided into 4 zones. The registrations and submissions of designs for the competition will be open for 55 days. Once the campaign ends, there will be four in-person regional jury meets which will announce the zonal winners. The zonal winners will present their designs on stage at the Grande Finale event at Mumbai on 28th April 2023.
Architectural firms, interior designing firms, practicing architects and interior designers are invited to compete for the Hansgrohe India presents Wb. Washroom Design Challenge in the following two categories:
This category will focus on washroom designs that are focused on intelligent space management, given that space has become a premium, especially in metros. The designs should offer a luxurious experience within a compact set up.
The idea is to use technologies, materials and bath fixtures in a way to maximise the space in a small bathroom while offering functionalities and experience that can rival its larger counterparts.
This category will focus on washroom designs that promote the idea of Inclusive Design. It should be able to meaningfully address the bodily diversity and difference of capacities among human beings.
Projects should facilitate unrestricted use of the space by a wider range of users through adaptive design and personal aids. It should take into account the needs and requirements of a diverse set of users – Age Inclusive, Gender Inclusive, Multi-generational household, Reduced Mobility, New borns & Kids etc.
The designer needs to incorporate Hansgrohe products while designing the washroom
For the category in which Hansgrohe products are not available, the designer can choose products on their own.
Note: The designer needs to incorporate Hansgrohe products (the 3D images of which is available in this website) while designing the washroom. The submission must include a concept note, technical drawings with plans and section details and 3D Renders in 300 DPI.
A note highlighting the various features – technology used, innovative features, Water & energy efficiency features, lighting and ventilation and safety should be provided.