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About the design
Breathing Bathtub is an innovative concept that turns bathing into a healthier experience for the users and is significantly more efficient in terms of energy and water consumption.
The bathtub is lined with a revolutionary material similar to a sponge. The material molds itself to the shape of the users, guaranteeing maximum comfort and as a consequence uses less than half the water used normally.
Designer: Li Xi (China)
Prize: Winner of 3rd Roca Jump the Gap contest
About the award
Roca is a world leader in the definition of bathroom spaces and is a reference in the world of design. Roca's belief in new talent is behind the creation of initiatives such as the International Design Contest Jump the Gap, targeting young architects and designers, and offers the winning project and its author the opportunity of international exposure.
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