NEWS
DESIGNING ACCESSIBILITY: INCLUSIVE AND SUSTAINABLE DESIGN FOR HOSPITALITY SPACES
The hospitality industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation—welcoming new openings and major renovations with a strong focus on accessibility, inclusivity, and sustainability. pba’s bathroom accessories and aids are designed to support this evolution, removing architectural barriers and making hospitality spaces that are truly welcoming to all.
SCOPRI DI PIU'
PBA AT NYCXDESIGN 2025 - BOOK LAUNCH + APERITIVO
On May 20th pba will discuss about innovative approaches to design workplaces that are more inclusive of neurodivergent individuals, promoting sensory processing and cognitive well-being for all employees. During the event, we’ll celebrate the launch of “Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces: Advancing Sensory Processing and Cognitive Well-Being in the Built Environment” by Kay Sargent – Director of Thought Leadership, Interior at HOK.
PBA AT PERSPECTIVE 2025 - WORKSHOP AND PANEL DISCUSSION
pba to be part of PERSPECTIVE 2025: International Architecture and Interior Design Forum. A privileged and exclusive key opportunity to understand and keep a step ahead of new architectural trends.
pba is taking part in the program with an insightful workshop:
Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Solutions for Addressing and Supporting Different Sensory Needs.
SENSORY INPUT, INCLUSIVITY AND SUSTAINABILITY
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.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCT DECLARATIONS (EPD): PBA’S COMMITMENT TO BUILDING EFFICIENCY, SUSTAINABILITY, AND ECOSYSTEM PROTECTION
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.
HOUSING FOR SENIORS: SOLUTION FOR INDEPENDENT AND COMMUNITY LIVING
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.
DESIGN FOR ALL BATHROOM ACCESSORIES COLLECTION WINS AN’S 2024 BEST OF PRODUCTS AND THE SINGLE MOTION UNLATCHING DOOR PULL RECEIVED AN HONORABLE MENTION
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.
TOCCO COLLECTION WINS 2024 GREEN GOOD DESIGN SUSTAINABILITY AWARD IN THE GREEN PRODUCTS CATEGORY
TOCCO was previously honored with the Interior Design Magazine NYCxDESIGN Award in May in the Architectural Products Category.
TOCCO COLLECTION AWARDED TWICE WITH THE BEST OF NEOCON GOLD AND THE INNOVATION AWARDS
The thoughtful and beautiful hardware collection was submitted jointly by pba and Aquafil, the makers of ECONYL® regenerated nylon. The TOCCO collection is featured in the Aquafil showroom at The MART.
DESIGN FOR ALL TAKES SHAPE - DESIGN TALKS AT NEOCON
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. On June 10th and 11th at NeoCon, pba and Kay Sargent discussed about products role in Sustainability and Inclusion with Aquafil and experts sparking meaningful conversations on circular economy and inclusive design.
DESIGNING FOR IMPACT: PRODUCT ROLE IN SUSTAINABILITY AND INCLUSION
pba discussed about products role in sustainability and inclusion in a conversation with experts sparking meaningful conversations on circular economy and inclusive design.
Panelists:
Melissa Dallal, IIDA NCIDQ | Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Candon Murphy, LEED GA | HOK
Xiomara Lento, Ind. IIDA | pba
Raphael Williams, WELL AP | Allsteel
PRODUCTS ROLE IN SUSTAINABILITY AND INCLUSION - FROM FLOORING TO DOOR HARDWARE
pba discussed about products Role in sustainability and inclusion in a conversation with Tarkett and Aquafil sparking meaningful conversations on circulareconomy and inclusive design.
