The conceptual 'UVClean' hand washing machine is a holistic hygiene-focused fixture for the modern bathroom that would work to keep a person feeling better about their health habits. The unit is intended to be installed in public restrooms and features a dedicated section for a person's smartphone to be placed as they wash their hands after use. The system would then go to work using UV light to sterilize the device as the person washes and dries their hands at the sink, while HEPA filtration prevents contaminants from being spread around a space.
The conceptual 'UVClean' hand washing machine is the design work of Lidia Grits and is the winner of the 2020 Jump The Gap – Roca International Design contest.
Smartphone-Sanitizing Bathroom Faucets
The Conceptual 'UVClean' Cleans Hands and Technology
Trend Themes
1. Hygiene-integrated Fixtures - By combining hygiene with everyday fixtures, businesses can increase convenience and safety by providing easy access to sanitation measures.
2. UV-C Sanitization Technology - UV-C technology can be used to clean and disinfect commonly touched items such as smartphones in order to prevent the spread of germs.
3. Smartphone-sanitizing Solutions - Providing a way to sanitize smartphones in public spaces through hands-free technology can deliver added peace of mind for consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Bathroom Fixtures and Design - Incorporating sanitation measures into bathroom fixtures, such as hand washing machines with integrated UV-C lights and HEPA filtration, can improve public health in public spaces.
2. Smartphone Manufacturing - By offering built-in sanitation features, smartphone manufacturers can provide added value and safety measures to their products.
3. Public Health and Sanitation Services - Integrating high-tech sanitation tools like UVClean into public bathroom spaces can provide a safer and more hygienic environment for occupants.