I think this project illustrates the difficulties of trying to reconcile industrial design with social issues. Called Urin*alle, it was done by Leonie Roth and Luisa Tschumi while studying Industrial Design at Switzerland’s Basel Academy of Art and Design.
“Urin*alle is a waterless all-gender urinal that offers contactless use regardless of the genitalia.”
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“The conventional design of toilets and urinals is not ergonomically adapted to people with vulvas and makes it difficult or uncomfortable for them to use public sanitary facilities. Urinals convince with their simple design, which enables fast and contactless urination. They save a large amount of water and enable nutrient reclamation through the separated collection of urine.”
“Following the principle “Form Follows Function,” the design has been adapted in height, angle and shape to the needs and ergonomics of the users. The front part offers contactless urination for people with a vulva; for people with a penis, the back part is provided, which is based on conventional men’s urinals.”
“With its smooth ceramic surface, urin*alle operates without the need for water, and used toilet paper can be disposed of in a separate waste bin. This not only saves valuable water, the separate collection of urine enables recovery of the finite raw material phosphorus, nitrogen, and potassium, fundamental nutrients for plant growth. In addition, urin*alle requires significantly less care and maintenance than flush urinals.”
?”Urin*alle is intended to complement and not replace existing sanitary facilities. This project stimulates socio-political discussions, makes a significant contribution to gender equality and helps saving resources.”
Source: core77