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Find the perfect bathtubs and showers for your next project through Architizer\u2019s community marketplace for building-products.\u00a0Click here for more information. It\u2019s free for architects.<\/b><\/a><\/i><\/p>\n

As everyday objects that are integral to daily life, bathtubs<\/a> and showers<\/a> can often be taken for granted as design objects. However, when well detailed, they serve as vital daily oases for respite and relaxation, and thus warrant very careful selection. To uncover all the key considerations for integrating bathtubs and showers into your next design, we spoke with Jeremy Cressman and Kimberly Versaw of Lixil Water Technology Americas<\/a>. Today, Lixil oversees a portfolio of renowned bathroom brands including American Standard<\/a>, Grohe<\/a> and DXV<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Partially sunken bath; image via Trendir<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

With bathtubs and showers, \u201cwe like to start working with an architect as early on as possible,\u201d Cressman said. However, in reality, the timeline that unfolds depends on the typology of the project at hand. \u201cWith residential, multi-family apartments and hotels, our products are included as part of the interiors package during the design concept stage. All of the fixtures, fittings and systems are then validated by a plumbing engineer. <\/span><\/p>\n

“In commercial applications, such as hospitals, dormitories and offices, products are typically selected by the plumbing engineer. One important thing to remember is that if you start planning early enough, you can build a water efficiency consumption that will award you up to six points in LEED Certification.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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PIX House<\/a> by CANDIDA TABET ARQUITETURA<\/a>\u00a0features a freestanding clawfoot bathtub<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Bathtub Categorization<\/h2>\n

\u201cSelecting a bathtub is an extremely important decision. This is because of the amount of space that it consumes and the materials that it uses. Certain parts of a bathtub must be installed very early on, before the room is even finished,” Cressman said.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe first thing to always consider is the application. Is it for a residential or commercial setting? When working on residential and hotel projects, we are typically asked to include a bathtub \u2014 not just a shower \u2014 over 60% of the time.\u201d There are four primary bathtub types to consider:<\/span><\/p>\n

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Talosi Apartment<\/a> by Raca Architekci<\/a> features an alcove bathtub<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Alcove Bathtubs<\/a>:<\/b> Often harnessed as a tub and shower combination, alcoves are the simplest and most common models to buy and install. Alcove bathtubs fit into a three-walled enclosure, which makes them a great choice if you are trying to optimize space. The front side is then finished using an integral tub apron. The standard length for an alcove tub is 60-inches, however, models range anywhere from 53 to 72-inches.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Espace Panet<\/a> by Anne Sophie Goneau Design<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Drop-In Bathtubs<\/a>: <\/b>Sometimes referred to as undermount or deck-mounted bathtubs, drop-in tubs sit within a built up structure or platform. Providing plenty of design flexibility, American Standard manufactures <\/span>drop-in bathtubs<\/span><\/a> in four shapes: corner, hour glass, oval and rectangle. Like free-standing tubs, drop-in bathtubs can be installed in the middle of a room and do not require the three-walled enclosures that surround alcoves. As a result, depending on your design specifications, drop-in bathtubs can require more floor space than alcoves. <\/span><\/p>\n

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The Bear Stand<\/a> by Bohlin Cywinski Jackson<\/a> features a freestanding bathtub<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Freestanding Bathtubs: <\/b><\/a>Sometimes referred to as soaking bathtubs, freestanding bathtubs are stand-alone tubs that are completely disconnected from surrounding walls, surfaces and adjacent support structures. These tubs can be a beautiful design statement and focal point of a room. However, in the majority of cases they must be accommodated with a 360-degree clearance, and thus require a fairly spacious bathroom. DXV offers an extensive line of luxury <\/span>soaking bathtubs<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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DXV Traditional Floor Mount Faucet with Landfair Cross Handles<\/em><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

The main challenge associated with integrating a freestanding tub is identifying exactly what to do with the exposed plumbing. One of the most common approaches is to purchase specialty faucets and fixtures<\/a>, and celebrate them rather than trying to hide them. “DXV has a line of tub fillers that look almost like antique telephones,” Cressman said. In addition, American Standard manufactures <\/span>freestanding tub drains and tub fillers<\/span><\/a> in a variety of elegant finishes and shape. <\/span><\/p>\n

“We also make freestanding tubs that have 90-degree corners and completely straight sides so that they can be installed against walls. The first of its kind, this is desirable because if you are able to push it up against a wall, you can rough your plumbing in the wall to come out as either wall-mounted or deck mounted, which allows for much more space in the bathroom.”<\/span><\/p>\n

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House Z22 and Warehouse F88<\/a> by Gus W\u00fcstemann Architects<\/a> features a sunken bathtub<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Sunken Bathtubs<\/a>:<\/b> Reminiscent of outdoor swimming pools and spas, a sunken bath is dropped into the floor rather than extruding from or being mounted on top of it. The outer profile of the tub is completely hidden, meaning that only the rim is left exposed. For further inspiration on sunken bathtubs, check out Architizer\u2019s collection, <\/span>Submerged: 9 Sunken Baths Carved Out For Relaxation<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Search for Bathtub and Shower Manufacturers<\/a><\/p>\n

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Espace Panet<\/a> by Anne Sophie Goneau Design<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Shower Categorization<\/h2>\n

Electric Showers<\/a>:<\/b> By drawing on a cold water supply and using an integrated element to heat it on demand, electric showers do not require large, readily available stores of hot water and are thus not reliant on a central heating system. As a result, they are highly energy efficient. The main downside is that the flow rates of electric shower can be very low. However, choosing an electric shower with a higher kilowatt rating will allow for better flow performance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Mixer Showers<\/a>: <\/b>Just as the name suggests, mixer showers blend hot and cold water together in order to create an optimal temperature. Mixer showers must be directly connected to both the hot and cold water supply of a building. On average, mixer showers offer much higher flow rates than electric showers.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Warehouse HM<\/a> by Lim + Lu<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Power Showers<\/a>: <\/b>Similar to an electric shower, power showers heat cold water based on demand. The main difference is that power showers include an integrated pump to boost the flow rate. It is important to keep in mind that power showers typically use 3-5 times more water than electric showers. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/b>Digital Showers<\/a>: <\/b>Using wireless remote controls, digital showers boast the added luxury of controlling one\u2019s personal bathing experience from afar. With the ability to start and customize the flow of water remotely, this allows users to program their shower into a \u201cwarm-up\u201d mode so that upon entry, the perfect temperature is already established. <\/span><\/p>\n

Digital showers are a cutting edge area of development in which Versaw foresees ongoing experimentation and technological advancement. In due time, Versaw predicts that digital showers will be automatically paired with smartphones and alarm clocks. <\/span><\/p>\n

<\/b>ADA Compliant Showers<\/a>: <\/b>An ADA compliant shower can be either a wheelchair roll-in shower or a transfer shower; both types must feature a 36 by 36-inch clearance area. For more information, see Bobrick’s Planning Guide for Accessible Restrooms<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Hermanas Houses<\/a> by Drucker Arquitetura<\/a> features a drop-in bathtub with massage jets<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Bathtub Performance<\/h2>\n

Whirlpool Bathtubs<\/a>: <\/b>Whirlpool bathtubs use high-powered water jets to create an invigorating hydro-massage. Most models offer the ability to mix air into the pressurized water as it releases from the jets, which reduces the potentially harsh impact of the water. <\/span><\/p>\n

Air Bathtubs<\/a>: <\/b>Air bathtubs offer a more gentle experience than high-powered water jets. Tiny warm air bubbles are released from small holes at the bottom and sides of the tub. This results in a quiet, relaxing, self-draining and easy to clean tub. View American Standard\u2019s massage bathtubs <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Apartment in Chiado<\/a> by\u00a0Commerzn | Linha de Terra Architecture<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Shower Performance<\/h2>\n

Pressure-Balance Valve<\/a>: <\/b>A pressure-balance valve features a single handle, which controls both volume of water and temperature. The most common issue that arises with pressure-balance valves is that the mechanism itself does not pay attention to water temperature. This means that when someone flushes the toilet, plunging into the building\u2019s cold water source, the shower’s flow may become scolding hot.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Town Square 2-Handle Thermostatic Valve<\/a> by American Standard<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Thermostatic Valve<\/a>: <\/b>In contrast, thermostatic valves have two handles; one controls the volume of water while the other controls water temperature. Using a thermostatic valve, the user is able to change the flow volume without affecting the temperature, which makes water conservation much easier. It also means that the user has direct control over the output temperature.<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition, thermostatic valves feature a wax element that expands and contracts in reaction to heat. When water exceeds the maximum set temperature, the wax element expands to reduce the flow of hot water, allowing an increased amount of cold water to mix in. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Driebergen Pavilion<\/a> by Rich\u00e8l Lubbers Architecten<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Materials<\/h2>\n

In thinking about material composition of your bath and shower, it is important to know the structural capacity of your building and how much weight the bathroom floor is able to support.\u00a0<\/span>\u201cBathtubs are heavy and very labor-intensive,\u201d Cressman said. As a result, \u201cthe most important decision is what material it is made of.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Acrylic<\/b><\/a>: According to Cressman, acrylic tubs make up approximately 50% of the tub installations that Lixil works on. Acrylic bathtubs have a smooth, non-porous surface, making them easy to clean and maintain. The material is naturally warm to the touch, which means that they keep water warm longer than some other common bathtub materials. <\/span><\/p>\n

In addition, the design possibilities of acrylic are limitless. \u201cIt is a lot less expensive to manufacture acrylic in a variety of design and shapes,\u201d Cressman said. \u201cAcrylic is a sheet molded compound that you can press under intense heat. At the end, you spray a fiberglass backing onto it, which gives it rigidity.\u00a0<\/span>Studio<\/span><\/a>, a 60-inch by 32-inch acrylic tub and one of our most popular models, weighs only 56 pounds.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Kohler Bellwether Cast Iron Bathtub via Standard Plumbing<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Cast Iron<\/b><\/a>: Cast iron bathtubs are extremely strong and durable, as well as being stunning from an aesthetic viewpoint. However, they are also extremely heavy, which may require addition support in the sub-floor. “<\/span>Kohler\u2019s Mendota 60-inch by 32-inch cast iron bathtub, for example, weighs 351 pounds.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Steel<\/b><\/a>: According to Cressman, steel tubs make up the other 50% of tub installations that they work on. Using a technology called Americast, American Standard manufacturers \u201cheavy-duty steel tubs with an engineered backing and a thick porcelain enamel coating. This provides all of the properties of a cast iron tub, including durability, finish and heat retention, but it weighs only a third of what a cast iron tub weighs.\u00a0<\/span>Our most popular Americast bathtub, which is called the <\/span>Princeton Americast<\/span><\/a>, weighs 119 pounds.”<\/span><\/p>\n

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Maison \u00e0 colombages with 4 alcoves<\/a> by 05 AM Arquitectura<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Other popular materials for bathtubs and showers include solid surface materials, wood, ceramic tile, stone and marble, as pictured above. If you are interested in integrating a bath or shower with a special finish into your next design, speak to manufacturers early on in the design process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Case Studies<\/h2>\n
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ONE+<\/a> by Add A Room<\/a>; Shower by Vola<\/a> and Superwood<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Architecture Outdoors: Designing the Perfect Exterior Shower<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Addressing privacy, light and materials, outdoor showers combine many small details to form spaces to clean off and reset. Often designed with an adjacent pool, ocean or lake in mind, they are usually connected to the landscape while providing easy access to interior spaces. We\u2019ve gathered together some external showers designed to transform the everyday cleansing routine.<\/p>\n

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Otaku by Tal Engel<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

Making a Splash: 8 Extraordinary Freestanding Bathtubs<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

When designing a bathroom, it is easy to forget that there is more to bathtubs than CAD\u2019s default, 5-foot by 30-inch rectangles which tuck neatly against the wall. Instead, consider specifying a freestanding tub to become the focal point of the room, a sculptural centerpiece to be admired from all sides. This collection features gorgeous, freestanding bathtubs by designers who think outside of the box quite literally, utilizing unconventional materials and imaginative forms to push the boundaries of bathroom design.<\/p>\n

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