2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Silver Winner

KAXILI-KT-821

Entrant

KAXILI(USA)CO.,LTD

Category

Product Design - Bathroom Fittings / Appliances

Client's Name

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Country / Region

United States

About The Entry

Crafted by an international sanitary ware design team, the American KAXILI-KT-821 smart toilet shatters the utilitarian limitations of traditional fixtures. Inspired by the organic forms of natural raw stone, the product seamlessly blends European minimalist architectural frameworks with Italian light luxury textures. By deeply integrating the sophisticated aesthetics of an art piece with the practical demands of daily living, it provides a comprehensive bathroom solution for modern, high-end spaces. The KT-821 is driven by the design philosophy of "Harmony of Form and Essence" and "Absolute Visual Purity." By eliminating all redundant lines, it pushes minimalist aesthetics to the absolute limit. The overall design draws inspiration from natural creek stones found at the foot of the Alps. Utilizing aviation-grade seamless curved molding technology, it achieves a flawless transition between the cover and the ceramic body. This warm, negative-space aesthetic effortlessly dissolves the cold, rigid feel typically associated with industrial products. The toilet features an imported high-temperature matte white glaze as its base, accented by Italian-inspired matte dark gray luxury trims. Adhering to the bespoke logic of "minimal color, maximum texture," it delivers both practical resistance to water stains and oxidation, and an elegantly minimalist spatial vibe. An innovative, fully enclosed, ultra-thin cover and a tankless, flush-to-wall design completely conceal all plumbing, hardware, and control buttons. With a back that sits perfectly flat against the wall and a front boasting a 100% pure curved surface, it completely eliminates visual clutter and hygiene blind spots. In terms of functionality, the KT-821 directly addresses core bathroom challenges. It is equipped with a built-in, sealed pressurized water tank system, completely freeing it from reliance on municipal water pressure. Whether installed in an older residential complex or a high-rise building, it guarantees a consistently powerful flush. The customized, high-capacity booster pump utilizes dual-directional convective flushing technology to ensure swift waste removal while drastically reducing water pressure noise.

Credits

Ricardo Ortiz del Rio
Simon Zhou
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