For Wahaca, dining is as much about atmosphere as it is about flavour. Their White City restaurant in London embodies the vibrancy and spirit of Mexican street food - laid back, colourful, and full of character.
At the heart of the customer washrooms, recently reimagined by Chris Bagot Architects, this design philosophy comes to life with the introduction of Woodio Soft40 basins in Natural, chosen for their sustainable form factor and warm organic aesthetic.
A design inspired by Mexican street food culture
Wahaca's interiors are a celebration of contrast, think rustic wood textures set against bold colours and playful geometry. In the washrooms, reclaimed-style timber walls and solid wood countertops provide a grounding natural base, while a mosaic of blue and green tiles supplied by Maora Ceramic adds rhythm and energy, echoing the dynamism of Mexican street markets.
The Soft40 Table Top basins, with their curved, tactile wood composite build, slot seamlessly into this aesthetic. Their subtle, natural tone softens the vibrancy of the tiles while reinforcing the warmth of the timber. Together, they create a space that feels inviting, authentic, and undeniably connected to the Wahaca brand.
Sustainability at the core
Wahaca has long championed a sustainable approach, whether it's sourcing seasonal British ingredients, ensuring all their meat is responsibly farmed, or offering a menu that's almost two-thirds vegetarian. This ethos extends beyond the kitchen and into their design choices.
Woodio's Soft40 basin is a natural fit for these washrooms. Manufactured from a unique blend of wood chips and resin-based adhesive, the award-winning material is durable, waterproof, and significantly lighter in carbon impact than traditional ceramics. By choosing Woodio, Wahaca doubles down on its commitment to creating a dining space that is as environmentally conscious as it is aesthetically pleasing.
Sustainable design meets functional elegance
The washrooms at Wahaca’s White City location have been built to handle the demands of a busy, popular restaurant while maintaining a clear sense of brand identity. The Woodio basins deliver on both fronts - durable enough for heavy daily use, yet visually striking. They embody a balance of form and function that raises the expectations of what sustainable materials can achieve.
By choosing Woodio, Wahaca demonstrates that sustainable materials have a place at the heart of hospitality design. The result is a washroom that feels as fresh and dynamic as the food being served.
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