Key Approaches to Commercial Bathroom and Shower Design
Learning Objectives:
- Discover the three key design trends driving bathroom design and renovation.
- Integrate accommodation and universal design principles to commercial washroom and shower design.
- Explain the key challenges faced in bathroom design regarding accommodation, privacy, the fight against mold, and the cleanliness and hygiene in the space.
- Master the characteristics of solid surface as a material choice for both new construction or renovation of washrooms.
Credits:
This course is approved as a Structured Course
This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines
Approved for structured learning
Approved for Core Learning
This course can be self-reported to the NLAA
Course may qualify for Learning Hours with NWTAA
Course eligible for OAA Learning Hours
This course is approved as a core course
This course can be self-reported for Learning Units to the Architectural Institute of British Columbia
Google the phrase “commercial bathroom design trends,” and results include functional design, ADA compliance, low-maintenance materials, privacy, transgender accommodation, and warm, high-end feel. This course focuses on commercial washroom and bathroom design, including disability accommodation, bather/user privacy, the problems of mold, mildew and hygiene, and material and product alternatives to help keep bathrooms and showers cleaner.
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Travis Aldridge has been in the solid surface industry since 1996. During that time, his career has covered virtually all aspects of the industry, from engineering solid surface materials, plant layout, machine design, engineering solid surface product lines, mold designs, sales of solid surface products, and project management to presenting information to the architect and design community. Since 2005, Travis has focused on designing and promoting commercial solid surface shower products with an emphasis on ADA code compliance. With this experience, he brings not only compliance information but years of hands-on project management experience in the construction industry. |
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Founded in 1979, Inpro® is a global provider of high-performance, design-forward architectural products for building professionals.
Inpro's product categories include door + wall protection, washroom systems, expansion joint systems, cubicle curtain + privacy systems, elevator interiors, architectural signage, and commercial window treatments. |
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