A new approach to everyday needs
The growth of collaborative housing models, such as co-living, student residences and intergenerational housing, is transforming the way professionals design domestic spaces. Even within large families, sharing bathrooms poses challenges that require technical and creative solutions.
In these contexts, a bathroom is no longer just an intimate space and becomes a functional room that is frequently used by different people. For this reason, its design must be adapted to promote organization, hygiene and comfort.
Organization and privacy: essential elements
When a bathroom is shared, organization becomes a priority. The use of double sinks, as is the case with Rafael washbasin, allows their simultaneous use.
Additionally, installing partitions between the toilet, sink and shower areas ensures privacy, promoting a more comfortable and fluid experience. Customers often choose wall-hung toilets, such as those from collection Two, due to the ease of cleaning and the feeling of visual lightness they provide. These elements not only optimize use, but also contribute to a sense of individuality within a common space.
Highly durable and easy-to-maintain materials
In shared environments, the natural wear and tear of materials is significantly greater. For this reason, the choice of finishes should fall on durable solutions that are easy to maintain and resistant to humidity, frequent use and cleaning products.
High-quality sanitary ceramics are therefore the most effective option, combining durability with matte and glossy finishes, which have become increasingly popular. We offer a range of finishes to suit our customers’ needs and preferences.
🔗 Washbasins in matte and glossy finishes
Efficiency and sustainability as priorities
Incorporating sustainability from the design stage is essential when creating shared spaces. In this sense, it is recommended to install dual flush toilets, taps with sensors and controlled flows, as well as low-consumption showers, in order to reduce the environmental impact.
With the support of Portuguese Environment Agency, more conscious practices have been promoted in the construction sector. And, fortunately, design does not need to be sacrificed. Valadares develops products that incorporate water-saving technologies while maintaining both user comfort and visual style. In the long term, users benefit from significant savings, both in consumption and maintenance.
Inclusive design: accessibility for all
In a shared space, especially in intergenerational contexts or collective residences, universal accessibility must be ensured. Equipment that complies with PRM standards (People with Reduced Mobility) guarantee not only safety, but also comfort for all users.
The collection PMR da Valadares presents discreet and functional solutions, such as articulated supports, suspended washbasins and toilets at adjusted heights. Thus, the aesthetics are maintained, allowing the space to continue to reflect a modern and welcoming design.
Functional aesthetics: a bathroom with identity
When designing shared bathrooms, professionals apply solutions that ensure minimalist lines, soft tones and natural textures, thus creating serene environments. The integration of elements such as mirrors with LED lighting, compact storage furniture and wall accessories contributes to a more practical experience, while reinforcing the visual value of the space.
A Student Residence in Lisbon, exemplifies a successful application, by integrating solutions from Valadares to ensure functionality and comfort in a context of intensive use.
Conclusion
When designing shared bathrooms, the aim is to achieve a balance between the need for efficiency and the desire to create welcoming spaces. In addition, intelligently designed products, durable materials and sustainable technologies transform these spaces into well-being zones, even when several people use them.
Our solutions, in turn, allow us to adapt each project to different realities, from families to collaborative urban communities.
