Redefining the Future of Living: LIXIL’s American Standard and GROHE proudly support the Asia Pacific Property and Hotel Awards 2026
Bangkok, 11 May, 2026 – LIXIL, through American Standard and GROHE headline sponsorship, celebrated the region’s visionary leaders in architecture, interior design, development, real estate and hospitality at The Asia Pacific Property and Hotel Awards 2026 at the Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, Bangkok. The prestigious event recognized four hundred and forty (440) winning projects from across the region and culminated in a gala event with the announcement and presentation of the American Standard Innovation Award, the GROHE Sustainability Award and the GROHE Luxury Award. This year’s awards centered on the theme of “Innovation”. As the property industry faces challenges and opportunities of an ever-changing world, the creation and adaptation of novel ideas and evolving technology, design, materials, and construction techniques are crucial factors to deliver property excellence. The rigorous judging standards and widespread recognition for award winners drew 814 entries. Every nominated and winning project was subject to judging by an independent panel of over 100 industry experts for its excellence in aesthetics, functionality, and originality. By country, Thailand garnered the highest number of awards (116), followed by China (74). Notable achievements were recorded by India (65), Singapore (48), Indonesia (47), Malaysia (45) and Vietnam (36). “LIXIL is proud to partner with the IPA (International Property Awards) for eight consecutive years to celebrate and elevate excellence within the property sector across the Asia-Pacific,” said Audrey Yeo, Leader, LIXIL Water Technology, Asia Pacific. “This year’s focus on Innovation is especially timely as we continue to observe rising demand for self-wellness and sustainability in new homes and hospitality projects. At LIXIL, partnering with leading industry leaders enables us to co-create innovative solutions to meet changing demands with differentiated projects that appeal to homeowners and investors.” During the event, Antoine Besseyre des Horts, Leader, LIXIL Global Design, Asia, delivered a keynote seminar on “Elevating Water Experiences Through Innovation.” He shared how LIXIL power brands with their diverse portfolios leverage innovation to enhance daily water rituals by addressing critical shifts in personalization, hygiene, and the rise of the home sanctuary. He concluded that true innovation goes beyond novelty and is not defined by technology alone, but by achieving a meaningful balance between the company’s purpose, real human needs and environmental impact—ensuring that technology always serves a deeper living aspiration. At the event, LIXIL brought innovation to life through immersive installations experiences that blended high-end design with latest technologies: American Standard showcased its commitment to purposeful design with the official launch of the Acacia Supasleek Collection. The American Standard installation highlighted the design language of sleek minimalism. and multiple vignettes demonstrating the collection’s sophisticated aesthetics and versatile application for residential and hospitality projects. Guests were also invited to experience an innovative VR bathroom journey, using virtual reality to visualize tailored designs in real-time. GROHE SPA presented an innovative concept for personalization to the finest detail, creating a seamless, cohesive bathroom aesthetic. The curated space showcased a new expression for bespoke shower experiences, headlined by the Grohtherm Aqua Tile, Rainshower Aqua Tile, and Atrio Private Collection in the striking Phantom Black finish. The American Standard Innovation Award was presented to The Oasis by line+ studio, Chengdu, Sichuan, China for its innovative vertical villa concept, which seamlessly blends high-end design with sustainable, conscious living. By utilizing a bifurcated layout and a staggered balcony system, the project successfully addresses urban privacy and noise concerns, ensuring a secluded sanctuary within a high-density CBD. The design further enhances occupant well-being through an “Ecological Habitat” featuring 270-degree panoramic views and nature-integrated courtyards that dissolve the boundary between the interior and the landscape. At the event, the Botanica Grand Modern Zen by Rhyme Design Group, Phuket, Thailand was honored with the GROHE Luxury Award. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi, this villa redefines “New Luxury” through thoughtful design rather than excess. The architecture acts as a private sanctuary, seamlessly merging with nature via flowing layouts and passive environmental strategies. The result is a refined living environment that perfectly balances aesthetic excellence with long-term well-being and sustainability. Awarded the GROHE Sustainability Award, The Right Life by Mana Projects, Bangalore, India is a biophilic township that seamlessly integrates nature-driven design with high-performance engineered systems. Aligned with IGBC Gold standards, the project implements sponge city principles and a triple plumbing system to achieve 100% wastewater reuse and local lake restoration. This living park ecosystem balances resource efficiency with microclimate engineering, and reduces ambient urban temperature to create a resilient model for future-proofed, sustainable urban living. To view the complete list of winners at the Asia Pacific International Property and Hotel Awards, please visit https://winners.propertyawards.net/all-winners/?ucterms=winner-year~2026-winners. -End- About LIXIL LIXIL (TSE Code 5938) makes pioneering water and housing products that solve every day, real-life challenges, making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. Drawing on our Japanese heritage, we create world-leading technology and innovate to make high-quality products that transform homes. But the LIXIL difference is how we do this; through meaningful design, an entrepreneurial spirit, a dedication to improving accessibility for all, and responsible business growth. Our approach comes to life through industry-leading brands, including INAX, GROHE, American Standard, and TOSTEM. With approximately 53,000 colleagues operating in more than 150 countries, we are proud to make products that touch the lives of more than a billion people every day. To know more, visit www.lixil.com. About American StandardAmerican Standard is the industry leader in bathroom and kitchen products, providing an unmatched legacy of quality and innovation for 150 years. American Standard is passionate about improving daily living in ways big and small. From toilet seat innovations to best-in-class kitchen faucets, American Standard seeks to inspire people to create a home they will love every day. About GROHE GROHE is a leading global brand for complete bathroom solutions and kitchen fittings. Since 2014 GROHE has been part of the strong brand portfolio of LIXIL, a manufacturer of pioneering water and housing products. In order to offer “Pure Freude an Wasser”, every product is based on the brand values of quality, technology, design and sustainability. The brand
American Standard Design Award 2026: Calling APAC Design Students to Reimagine the Bathroom
American Standard challenges young designers to create bathrooms of the future that addresses our evolving needs. [August 11, 2025] – LIXIL global power brand, American Standard, is proud to launch the fourth edition of the American Standard Design Award (ASDA) 2026. ASDA is a bathroom space design competition for young designers in Asia-Pacific (APAC) to showcase their creativity and put their theoretical knowledge into practice. This year marks the 150th anniversary of American Standard, a brand that has been designing products that are inspired by life – transforming everyday routines into meaningful experiences. To celebrate this special milestone, ASDA 2026 invites future designers to embrace this legacy by showing us how residential bathrooms of the future can address our evolving needs under the theme of “Inspiring Everyday Living“. The bathroom is a place where families bond, individuals find solace, and the most modest and compact spaces become the backdrop for unforgettable moments.“Celebrating 150 years of purposeful innovation inspired by life at American Standard, we are proud to launch the fourth edition of the ASDA Bathroom Design Competition. With a legacy built on inviting and dependable design with pioneering technology, the brand continues to champion solutions that enrich daily life. This year’s theme, ‘Inspiring Everyday Living,’ invites aspiring designers to reflect on how the bathroom can address our evolving needs and become a meaningful extension of how we live, connect and feel,” said Antoine Besseyre des Horts, Leader, LIXIL Global Design, Asia. Last year’s competition drew nearly 3,500 registrations and over 1,000 submissions from nine countries. ASDA 2026 is open to full-time undergraduate students studying architecture or interior design in Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam. Registration for ASDA is free and opens on 11 August 2025 with the entry submission deadline on 4 January 2026. A panel of architecture and design luminaries will judge all the entries to announce national winners in April 2026. These winners will advance to compete for the APAC Grand Prize in May 2026. The top three winners at the national level stand to win cash prizes between USD 1,000 to USD 2,000 and the APAC Grand Prize Winner will walk away with an additional USD 3,000 along with a chance to attend a Masterclass by LIXIL Design Leaders. For more information about ASDA and entry requirements, please visit the ASDA website at https://asda.americanstandard-apac.com/. *END* About American Standard American Standard makes life healthier, safer and more beautiful at home, at work and in our communities. For 150 years, the brand has innovated and created products that improve daily living in and around the bathroom and kitchen for residential and commercial customers. American Standard is part of LIXIL, a global leader in housing and building materials products and services. Learn more at americanstandard-apac.com and follow us on LinkedIn. About LIXIL LIXIL (TSE Code 5938) makes pioneering water and housing products that solve every day, real-life challenges, making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. Drawing on our Japanese heritage, we create world-leading technology and innovate to make high quality products that transform homes. But the LIXIL difference is how we do this; through meaningful design, an entrepreneurial spirit, a dedication to improving accessibility for all and responsible business growth. Our approach comes to life through industry leading brands, including INAX, GROHE, American Standard and TOSTEM. Approximately 53,000 colleagues operating in more than 150 countries are proud to make products that touch the lives of more than a billion people every day. Learn more at www.lixil.com.