We’re proud to announce that Galvin has won the 2016 Mental Health Product Innovation Award at the Design in Mental Health Conference in Birmingham, UK. This prestigious event brings together global leaders in mental health design, including architects, engineers, care providers, and product innovators, all focused on creating safer, more therapeutic environments.
Why This Award Matters
Mental health facilities require solutions that balance safety, functionality, and dignity. Traditional institutional fixtures often feel harsh and clinical, which can negatively impact patient wellbeing. At Galvin, our mission is to design tapware and bathroom fixtures that are ligature resistant, user-friendly, and aesthetically pleasing - helping create spaces that feel more like home.
Our Award-Winning Product
The winning product, the GalvinCare® Ligature-Resistant Shower Control Valve (#42028), is engineered for mental health environments. Key features include:
- Ligature and vandal resistance for enhanced safety.
- Easy-to-use spherical controller, operable with the palm or fingers and ideal for users with arthritis or hand injuries.
- Polished stainless steel finish for a homely, non-institutional look.
- Durable design to withstand heavy use and impact.
This innovative valve complements our full range of mental health showers, taps, and fittings, providing a complete bathroom solution when paired with our UK partner Wallgate, specialists in ligature-resistant sanitaryware.
The Impact of Thoughtful Design
Research and collaboration with mental health professionals worldwide show that normalised, home-like spaces lead to:
- Shorter patient stays
- Reduced aggression and critical incidents
- Better outcomes for patients and staff
Our products are designed with these principles in mind, ensuring safety without sacrificing comfort or style.
Explore Our Mental Health Range
Discover our full range of ligature-resistant tapware and bathroom fixtures on our website. Designers can also download specification sheets, CAD and Revit files for easy integration into projects.
