World Public Restrooms

The State of Public Restrooms

Public restrooms are one of the most universal shared spaces on earth. Every traveler, worker, student, and family depends on them – yet they are consistently underfunded, poorly maintained, and technologically outdated.

Common Issues Around the World

• Unsanitary conditions and visible contamination
• Lack of touch-free fixtures, leading to more contact and germ spread
• No way to properly clean oneself after using the toilet
• Inaccessible layouts for people with disabilities or mobility challenges
• Low trust – people avoid using restrooms, even when they need them

Beyond Convenience: A Public Health Issue

Inadequate restroom hygiene contributes to the spread of illness and creates avoidable risks for communities and businesses. Clean, well-designed facilities are not a luxury – they are part of essential infrastructure, like clean water and safe roads.

Where Project BottomsUP Fits In

Project BottomsUP is built around a simple belief: public restrooms can and should be modern, touch-free, and dignified for everyone. By introducing modular hygiene stations that combine personal cleaning and hand hygiene, we help public spaces close the gap between what people need and what restrooms currently provide.