Where decorative details meet daily ritual – TOTO’s WASHLET and Flotation Tub continue to redefine the nuanced art of the hotel bathroom…
In the quiet sanctum of the hotel bathroom, something transformative is unfolding. No longer a space of mere utility, it has become a theatre of tranquillity – a curated pause in the rhythm of travel. Today’s discerning guest seeks more than a place to stay; they seek a narrative woven through design. And in this story, the bathroom emerges not as an afterthought, but as the prologue to indulgence.
At the heart of this evolution is the icon of Japanese wellness design: TOTO’s WASHLET and the sublime Flotation Tub – not just sanitary products, but experiences that redefine how guests interact with space, comfort, and self.
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New expectations
Contemporary travellers are connoisseurs of detail. They crave the seamless choreography of innovation and aesthetics – the sleek surprise of heated seats, the whisper of ambient light, and the quiet genius of intuitive hygiene. The WASHLET, TOTO’s original bidet toilet, does more than serve a purpose; it elevates one of life’s simplest rituals into a moment of quiet luxury.
Paired with a freestanding tub, especially in open-plan suites, these elements become sculptural statements. The Flotation Tub – TOTO’s vast and enveloping bath designed to simulate weightlessness – anchors the space like a minimalist art piece. Even its more compact iterations, available in custom colours and finishes, command attention while inviting relaxation.
Every line, every contour of TOTO’s designs speaks to a philosophy of purity and precision. Whether it’s a wall-hung WASHLET with a concealed cistern or a matte ceramic finish in a boutique suite, these are design choices that dare to be both bold and beautifully understated.
Be memorable
In the language of hospitality, it is often the most unexpected moments that linger – a bath with a skyline view, a toilet that greets you with warmth and light. These are the memories that guests carry home. Not the thread count, perhaps, but the feeling of care embedded in every detail.
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Here, the bathroom by TOTO becomes more than a room. It becomes a signature. A whisper of the brand’s values. A scene guests will recall long after checkout.
For hotel designers, this is a rich opportunity: to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, to use water, light, and line to create intimacy and theatre in equal measure.
Crafted by legacy, designed for tomorrow
With more than 60 million WASHLETs sold worldwide, TOTO is not merely a manufacturer – it is a cultural touchstone. A brand born of Japanese innovation and ritual, it entered the European stage in 2009 with a quiet confidence that would soon redefine the landscape of luxury hospitality. From the revolutionary Tornado Flush to the elegant rimless bowl, every product is a study in both form and function.
TOTO’s presence in landmark hotel projects – from The Dorchester and Rosewood to Nobu and The Londoner – speaks volumes about its design credibility. These are spaces where every surface is curated, and every detail tells a story.
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Let the details speak
In today’s competitive market, it is the whisper of warm water, the embrace of a deep bath, the ambient glow of thoughtful lighting that defines true luxury. With TOTO’s WASHLET and Flotation Tub, the hotel bathroom becomes an immersive chapter in the guest experience. Because sometimes, it’s the smallest spaces that leave the deepest impressions.
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