Historic New England released an open call to design a ‘Bauhaus Bathroom’ to compliment the notable Walter Gropius House and estate in Boston. The approach was to honor the main house and estate through architectural foreshadowing. This became a device for framing and material reconfiguration.

‘Gropius House Public Restroom Competition is an effort to revisit Walter Gropius’s legacy, find design solutions for a critical need at the site, and appropriately welcome visitors.’ - A Bauhaus Bathroom

The new bathroom facility consists of 2 self-contained cubicles equipped with a sink and at least one mirror. The larger cubicle intends to serve families and disabled users; prioritizing comfort and accessibility.

New storage space is included, concealed behind a translucent glass screen that maintains visual openness while remaining discreet within the landscape.