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KOHLER, Wisconsin, Nov. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/--

-- The brand's Perspective of the Year sets the stage for global dialogue

Kohler Co., a global leader in the design and innovation of kitchen and bath

products, debuts its Perspective of the Year: Dimensions of Wellbeing

(https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2959938-1&h=2129958038&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.studiokohler.com%2Fen-us%2Fperspectives%2Fdimensions-of-wellbeing-2020&a=Perspective+of+the+Year%3A+Dimensions+of+Wellbeing ),

expanding on the series of thought-provoking perspectives brought forth by

the company. Dimensions of Wellbeing explores the profound impact design can

have on wellbeing, particularly the importance of healthy habits, clean

environments and personal hygiene to the overall experience.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here:

https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8730451-kohler-dimensions-of-wellbeing-and-studiokohler/ 

"There are so many crucial layers or dimensions to the concept of wellbeing,"

says Lun Cheak Tan, Kohler's VP of Industrial Design. "At a most basic level,

meeting essential health needs in a space by incorporating clean materials and

products to a very cerebral idea of how every single interaction can influence

our state of mind and our mental and spiritual health."

Kohler's Perspective of the Year introduces an ongoing dialogue among

architects, designers, brands and industry influencers around the global to

embrace moments of enrichment, creativity and introspection. The perspective

further challenges convention, provokes discussion and identifies how shifting

currents in fashion, business, lifestyles and culture bear on the future of

architecture and design. Conversely how A&D can respond to the socio-economic

events to reinforce these emerging individual and communal rituals/habits.

"We developed the Perspective of the Year to start conversations. We're

exploring where design and culture meet. At Kohler, we have a depth and a

breadth of products that allow us to meet users at many points along their

wellbeing journey," says Casey Flanagan, KOHLER Director Brand Strategy &

Consumer Insights.

Utilizing global design forecasting married with consumer insights, Dimensions

of Wellbeing opens a window into the way lifestyles and personal habits change

and evolve in response to global events and encourages a relevant and

future-facing conversation around the significant co-existent relationship

between environments and wellbeing.

"The bathroom is actually the hub for wellbeing. It's where you experience a

renewal through your hygiene routine, and it's also a space in which you have

privacy and you're able to disconnect. It's a task-oriented space and a living

space," says Erin Lilly, Kohler's Decorative Design Studio Manager. "The

wellbeing that we derive from our spaces we then carry with us throughout our

day as we affect others through our interactions. In this way, we see the

architect and designer's role as critical to creating greater health and

happiness in our societies."

Key elements of this discussion include the intersection of hygiene and design,

the bathroom's role as a sacred sanctuary for personal cleanliness and

self-care, the health of consumer's relationship with technology, communities,

infrastructure and the wellbeing of the environment. Dimensions of Wellbeing

looks at the physical spaces as fundamental sources of physical, mental and

spiritual health.

The discussion surrounding Kohler's Perspective of the Year focuses on several

impactful product categories including intelligent toilets, bidets seats,

touchless faucets and matte black finish, that help to express elements of

wellbeing within a space.    

About Kohler Co

Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wisconsin, Kohler Co. is one of

America's oldest and largest privately held companies comprised of more than

35,000 associates. With more than 50 manufacturing locations worldwide, Kohler

is a global leader in the design, innovation and manufacture of kitchen and

bath products; engines and power systems; luxury cabinetry and tile; and

owner/operator of two, five-star hospitality and golf resort destinations in

Kohler, Wisconsin, and St. Andrews, Scotland. Kohler's Whistling Straits golf

course will host the Ryder Cup in 2021. The company also develops solutions to

address pressing issues, such as clean water and sanitation, for underserved

communities around the world to enhance the quality of life for current and

future generations. For more details, please visit: www.kohlercompany.com.

Media Contact:

Vicki Valdez Hafenstein

Victoria.valdezhafenstein@kohler.com

Americas (region or country)

+1-920-457-4441, ext. 70519;

Kaye Nathaphat Asavathanachart

Nathaphat.asavathanachart@kohler.com

Outside America

+66-2-258-1101

SOURCE: Kohler Co.