The DVerse Sink System emerged from a desire to provide architects and designers with flexible solutions that not only meet their creative aspirations but also enhance the functionality and safety of restroom spaces. The team's dedication to research in airflow dynamics led to the development of the XLERATORsync hand dryer, a feature that ingeniously directs water into the basin, thereby reducing slip hazards and maintaining cleanliness.
What sets the DVerse Sink System apart is its commitment to customization. Clients can personalize the system's color, shape, and material choices, ensuring the final product aligns with the desired aesthetic. The system also offers practical add-ons such as baby changing units and built-in trash receptacles. Its compatibility with various soaps and faucets and the touchless wash-and-dry experience it provides redefine convenience and hygiene in public restrooms.
The production of the DVerse Sink System utilizes advanced fabrication techniques and premium materials like Corian, marble, and granite. These materials are not only chosen for their durability and aesthetic appeal but also for their alignment with sustainable practices. The meticulous engineering guarantees a seamless fit into any design theme, offering architects a tailored solution to restroom design challenges.
Technical specifications of the retrofit hand dryer reflect a thoughtful design that maximizes space efficiency without sacrificing performance. Each component of the DVerse Sink System is individually packaged and assembled on-site to meet the precise needs of each client, showcasing the system's adaptability.
The user experience with the DVerse Sink System is characterized by a no-touch operation that transitions smoothly from washing to drying hands, all within the same area. This not only enhances user convenience but also promotes a higher standard of hygiene. The system's design, which discreetly integrates fixtures below the sight line, represents a significant leap forward in restroom aesthetics and functionality.
The DVerse Sink System's journey began in October 2022 in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts, and culminated in its unveiling at the ARC Interiors Trade Show in San Antonio, Texas, in September 2023. The design team, including William Gagnon and John Freitas, faced and overcame significant challenges in harmonizing customization with functionality, resulting in a product that is both visually appealing and highly practical.
The Iron A' Design Award is a testament to the DVerse Sink System's innovative approach to restroom design, where aesthetics, hygiene, and user experience converge. This accolade acknowledges the system's practicality, innovation, and contribution to enhancing public spaces, marking a significant achievement for Excel Dryer and D13 Group in the field of design.
Project Designers: Excel Dryer
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Chris Marion, D|VERSE Sink System, 2023
Image #2: Photographer Chris Marion, D|VERSE Sink System, 2023
Image #3: Photographer Chris Marion, D|VERSE Sink System, 2023
Image #4: Photographer Chris Marion, D|VERSE Sink System, 2023
Image #5: Photographer Chris Marion, D|VERSE Sink System, 2023
Video Credits Market Mentors, EXCEL Dryer – Sink System, 2023
Project Team Members: William Gagnon
John Freitas
Project Name: Dverse
Project Client: Excel Dryer, Inc.