American Standard invests in design ideas

American Standard opened a new industrial design studio at its Piscataway, New Jersey, research facility.

The move comes following what has been described as a year of innovation for the brand, as it tripled the size of its design department and invested in an innovation team.

The new studio measures a spacious 4,200 sq. ft., with floor-to-ceiling windows and a large common work surfaces. Ample facilities to develop and display mock-ups, prototypes, and mobile inspiration boards further stimulate the flow of creative juices.

“You can sense the spirit of creativity as soon as you enter the new design studio,” said Jean-Jacques L’Henaff, VP design, LIXIL Water Technology Americas, American Standard and DXV, and driving force behind the redesigned facilities. “We believe that our customers, showroom and retail partners, and trade professionals will greatly benefit from the stunning design and technological innovations that will be created in this cutting-edge space.”

 This “state-of-the-art” studio will further enhance communication and collaboration among the design team, the company said.

American Standard recently hired Brian Kalember to join their team of industrial designers. He previously worked as an associate industrial designer for Delta Faucet Company, where he developed faucets for both fashion and retail brands. Prior to this, he served as a design consultant for The Anvil and creative director for the pilot TEDx program at Purdue University.

The company also runs the DXV by American Standard luxury showroom and office space in the heart of the Flatiron District in Manhattan.

The construction management of the new American Standard industrial design studio was handled by Gannett Fleming, South Plainfield, New Jersey. Plumbing system installations were provided by Schaible's Plumbing and Heating, Hampton, New Jersey.