Bathrooms & Laundry Facilities
Purpose
Bathrooms & Laundry Facilities provide essential communal hygiene and laundry services that support student health, wellbeing and daily living activities. These spaces should offer safe, accessible, functional and hygienic facilities that are easy to maintain and appropriate for residential environments.
Design Objectives
Bathrooms & Laundry Facilities should:
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Provide safe, accessible and user-friendly facilities for all residents.
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Support personal hygiene, sanitation and laundry needs.
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Ensure compliance with health, hygiene and safety requirements.
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Provide adequate privacy and security for users.
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Promote water and energy efficiency.
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Incorporate durable, moisture-resistant and easy-to-clean materials.
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Provide appropriate lighting, ventilation and thermal comfort.
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Accommodate anticipated occupancy levels and peak usage periods.
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Minimise maintenance requirements through robust design and fittings.
Typical Furniture & Equipment
A standard bathroom facility should typically include:
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Toilet cubicles
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Wash basins and mirrors
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Showers and shower partitions
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Hand dryers or paper towel dispensers
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Soap dispensers
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Toilet roll dispensers
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Sanitary disposal units (where applicable)
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Waste bins
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Accessible fixtures and fittings
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Exhaust ventilation system
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Emergency and safety signage.
A standard laundry facility should typically include:
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Washing machines
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Clothes dryers
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Laundry benches or folding surfaces
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Utility sink
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Storage shelves or cupboards
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Clothes hanging or drying areas
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Waste bins
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Power outlets
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Noticeboard or user information signage
