Hi Esther,
While I cannot assure the veracity of all of the claims in this article, in principle and from other readings that I have seen, they seem to be in line and make sense. The state of American bathrooms is rather dismal, especially at most schools. I would certainly recommend an international research scope into this rather than a limited national one. Your daughter and her friends would be much better positioned, as well as those that come after... Best of luck! Here is a link to the article:
https://www.fastcompany.com/90502942/we-may-have-to-rethink-the-toilet-seat-altogether-how-coronavirus-could-change-bathrooms-for-the-better Please feel free to let me know your thoughts, and your findings.
Best regards,
Peter Di Sabatino
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Peter Di Sabatino
American University of Sharjah, School of Architecture and Design
Sharjah
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Original Message:
Sent: 06-08-2020 11:13
From: Esther Sperber
Subject: School Bathrooms in the time of Covid 19
I am working with my daughter's schools to evaluate and retrofit the school buildings for the coming fall. I was wondering if anyone has seen guidelines for adapting shared bathrooms to minimize contagion. I would love to share ideas and resources with others who are engaged in this type of work.
Thank you,
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Esther Sperber, AIA
Studio ST Architects
www.studio-st.com
New York NY
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