Discover the results of the innovative research conducted by pba and IUAV University of Venice.
The research conducted by pba and IUAV University of Venice explores how inclusiveness and sustainability are represented through the TOCCO collection of door handles, made from steel and ECONYL®. The collection offers a wide range of colors and textures to accommodate various tactile and visual preferences, promoting a sensory-inclusive environment. ECONYL® nylon is used for its recyclability and eco-friendly properties, contributing to sustainability by repurposing waste materials.
The Programma 400-ALU aluminum bathroom accessories and aids program demonstrates how elegant, thoughtfully designed products can enhance both the appearance and functionality of accessible spaces. Our barrier-free bathware accessories are thoughtfully designed to create inclusive environments that foster a life without barriers, blending functionality with aesthetic appeal. Our bathroom accessories help residents thrive by supporting personal health and creating a positive, health-conscious community environment.
pba products contribute to LEED Certification credits for Sustainable Building, comply with REACH regulations, feature a Red List Free Declare Label, and now include Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), showcasing the company’s commitment to a sustainable future.
The Architect's Newspaper announced pba as the winner of the Appliances + Plumbing: Bathroom Category for its Design For All Bathroom Accessories, and the recipient of an honorable mention in the Hardware: Architectural Category for its Single-Motion Unlatching Door Pull, as part of the 2024 Best of Products Awards.
The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies and The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design announced pba TOCCO Collection has won a 2024 Green GOOD DESIGN® Award.
TOCCO made with ECONYL® regenerated nylon has won the Best of NeoCon Gold Award in the Architectural Products category and the Innovation Award.
At the design talks organized at NeoCon, pba introduced the Research conducted by the University of Venice IUAV, aimed at exploring the perception of inclusion and sustainability regarding TOCCO.
pba discussed about products role in sustainability and inclusion in a conversation with experts sparking meaningful conversations on circular economy and inclusive design.
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