# Minimalist Public Restrooms Kashiwa Sato's 'Pure White Toilet' Boasts a Utilitarian Design By Francesca Mercurio | Published 2021-08-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Pure-White-Toilet References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/architecture/kashiwa-sato-clean-and-safe-tokyo-toilet-white-aluminum-louvers-08-03-2021/) & [kashiwasato](http://kashiwasato.com/) As a part of the Tokyo Toilet Project, Japanese designer Kashiwa Sato has designed a [sleek and minimal public restroom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-changes-everything), known as the 'Pure White Toilet.' The restroom sits in front of Ebisu Railway in Tokyo and consists of a simple square-shaped box. The design is clad in [white aluminum louvers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-is-good-shop) which help create a sleek and clean design. Kashiwa Nato is known for his work with the brand [UNIQLO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/im-donut-x-uniqlo) and designed the box with functionality and aesthetics in mind. Since the design was located in front of a highly trafficked neighborhood, Nato did not want the structure to feel too conspicuous but also be easily used. The exterior box is lifted off the ground and the louvers have a 2 cm space between each one to create a sense of lightness. The design is delicately lit and is completed with five cubicles. The toilets are accessible and open to all genders. Photo Credits: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/architecture/kashiwa-sato-clean-and-safe-tokyo-toilet-white-aluminum-louvers-08-03-2021/), [kashiwasato](http://kashiwasato.com/) Image Credit: By Satoshi Nagare, courtesy of the Nippon Foundation ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Minimalist Public Restrooms:** Designing sleek and minimalist public restrooms using unconventional materials and shapes. - **Functional and Aesthetically Pleasing Public Restrooms:** Creating public restrooms that prioritize both functionality and aesthetics to provide a positive user experience. - **Inclusive Public Restrooms:** Designing public restrooms that are accessible and open to people of all genders and abilities. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Design:** Expanding the possibilities of interior and exterior public restroom design by implementing unconventional and aesthetically pleasing features. - **Urban Planning and Development:** Creating functional and inclusive public toilet designs that fit seamlessly into urban areas. - **Hospitality Industry:** Reimagining traditional public bathroom facilities in resorts, hotels and other hospitality spaces to enhance customer experience and provide a competitive advantage. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Illuminated Public Artful Toilets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiroo-east-park.md) - [Light-Filled Public Restrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivid-toilet-interior.md) - [Enclosed Japanese Park Toilets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toiletowa.md) - [Brutalist Smart Toilets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formation-02.md) - [Artfully Sculptured Textured Toilets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-formation-02.md) - [Inflatable Portable Toilets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpot.md) - [Smart Toilet Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-toilets.md) - [Feature-Packed Smart Toilets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neolet.md) - [Amorphous Public Restrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amoeba-public-restroom.md)