When Excel Dryer discovered Artists for Humanity's groundbreaking work, a collaboration was born.

Artists for Humanity (AFH) in Boston, boasting the city's first LEED Platinum certified building spanning 23,500 square feet, seamlessly merges sustainability with art and design. This commitment extends even to the restrooms, where creativity knows no bounds.

When Excel Dryer discovered AFH's groundbreaking work, a collaboration was born. High school artists from AFH were invited to design custom covers for XLERATOR® Hand Dryers and XChanger® Combo Kits in the facility's restrooms. This partnership resulted in The World’s Coolest Hand Dryers!

“People see them, and they look almost like cool sculptural pieces, but you can still tell they are hand dryers—just the coolest hand dryers you’ve ever seen,” said Rich Frank, director of business development at AFH. “Plus, the dryers’ 100% ADA-compliant recess kits make the user experience welcoming, friendly and easy; it’s probably the best bathroom experience in Boston.”

While Excel Dryer has crafted custom XLERATOR covers for numerous organizations, the AFH project stands out as the first to feature original artwork. Through digital image technology, the hand dryers became an extension of the masterpieces showcased throughout the AFH building.

Hand-washing hygieneis paramount in a space where artists are constantly working with their hands. The high-speed, energy-efficient XLERATOR with electrostatic HEPA filtration (eHEPA) proved to be the ideal solution. Not only does it offer a up to a 94% carbon footprint reduction compared to paper towels, but it also contributes towards WELL® points and the most LEED® credits of any hand dryer on the market. Additionally, it provides a 95% cost savings over paper towels by eliminating their associated labor, maintenance and waste.

This collaboration has been mutually beneficial. Talented teens see their artwork featured in a uniquely dynamic manner, while Excel Dryer is proud to provide the canvas for this innovative project.

Jason Talbot, co-founder and managing director of programs at AFH, expresses his excitement: “This was such an awesome partnership, working together and contributing ideas. We didn’t know how beautiful the hand dryers would be, but when we saw them, our eyes were popping out of our heads. It was the talk of the building. Everybody was super excited to have these works of art helping us dry our hands and keep everybody healthy.”

For more information on specifying or purchasing XLERATORs and/or accessories with AFH designs, contact us. You can also watch the video here.