Doozy Violet

IN DEVELOPMENT

User Research
Product Design
Mechanical Engineering

Violet is an all-inclusive modular toilet that adapts to the changing needs of each user.

Built with three configurations - basic, handles, and transfer bench, it enables the users to easily switch out the seat and lid module to make the toilet experience safer for anyone with limited mobility. Each of the configurations targets differently able individuals.

Violet's modularity aims at making it possible to extend the functionalities of our toilets as we age, not needing to undergo costly renovations to make our bathrooms accessible and safe.

The rotational feature with integrated transfer bench configuration empowers wheelchair users to transfer safely to the toilet, even in small spaces.

Modular Configuration

With the same base (ceramic), Violet has a set of upper configurations that can be easily switched to satisfy each users’ needs.

The basic module consists of a normal toilet seat and lid. Perfect for anyone that does not require supports when using the toilet.

The handle module comes in handy when we need support to sit and stand from the toilet. Its metal structure makes it solid and safe.

The transfer module is perfect for people on wheelchairs to allow safe side transfers even in small spaces.

Doozy Violet transfer bench configuration

User Engagement Workshops - partnered with Happy Grannies association

Transfer bench module

Each person on a wheelchair might transfer into the toilet using different techniques but most of all tend to park the chair as close as possible to the toilet and hold onto the toilet seat to pull themselves in.

Accessible toilets vs Residential Violet toilet

Accessible bathrooms require a big space next to the toilet to park the wheelchair to facilitate side transfers. With Violet’s transfer bench users can perform side transfers even in small bathrooms

Standard Accessible Bathroom

Accessible toilet side transfer illustration

Standard Residential Bathroom

Prototyping

Prototypes are essential to better understand the benefits of the product as well as to make sure that the design and mechanics fit the users' needs.

Throughout the development of Violet, we have created multiple prototypes, from "Frankenstein" to functional and aesthetic. They all serve different purposes and help us further test the product with the user and identify aspects to improve.