when hEWI’s Sanitary Icons Meet Barbie’s pink World
Barbie and HEWI have joined forces to launch a bold sanitary collection that marries timeless Bauhaus design with Barbie’s unmistakable pink-hued world. Presented in 2025, the Barbie x HEWI line spans nearly 40 bathroom products, from towel holders to folding support rails, and is designed to be both functional and inclusive. With a focus on individuality and accessibility, the collaboration reimagines the bathroom as a space where design meets diversity, whether installed in boutique hotels, private homes, or healthcare facilities. Rooted in HEWI’s German design legacy and Barbie’s global cultural influence, the series invites users to experience ‘Design with Unlimited Possibilities.’
the Barbie x HEWI collection combines soft hues and functional elegance, inspired by a world that celebrates individuality and inclusivity | all images courtesy of HEWI
Redefining the Bathroom from Bauhaus to Barbie
To understand how this unexpected partnership took shape, it helps to look at the players behind it. Founded in 1929 in Bad Arolsen, Germany, HEWI Heinrich Wilke GmbH has established itself as a pioneer in architectural hardware and sanitary solutions, driven by a philosophy of Universal Design that makes products accessible to all. Barbie, created by toy and entertainment company ©2025 Mattel in 1959, has grown into a global cultural icon, symbolizing optimism, diversity, and self-expression with over 175 doll variations across body types, skin tones, and abilities.
And while HEWI represents timeless functionality and inclusive design in architecture, Barbie brings a powerful cultural narrative of individuality and representation. By collaborating, the two brands merge these distinct yet complementary legacies: HEWI translates its Bauhaus-inspired clarity into sanitary products, while Barbie infuses them with her vibrant identity. This partnership is important not just because it expands Barbie’s influence into the realm of interior design, but because it highlights how brands from different worlds can unite around a shared vision of inclusivity, empowerment, and design without limits.
this collection not only sets new standards for bathroom design but embodies the spirit of independence, inspiration, and appreciation for every person’s uniqueness
the diversity of the Barbie x HEWI collection
Barbie is the most diverse doll series in the world, with more than 175 looks, including body types, skin tones, hairstyles, hair colors, and eye colors, as well as a variety of visible and invisible physical disabilities. This diversity is reflected in the Barbie x HEWI collection, celebrating the beauty of individuality.
Without a doubt, pink has always been Barbie’s calling card, but here it goes beyond aesthetics. In architecture, pink is increasingly recognized as a color that evokes emotions, stimulating creativity in some contexts, and offering harmony in others. In the Barbie x HEWI collection, shades of pink meet the clean lines of HEWI’s classic 477/801 series. The result? Fixtures that are not only functional but also inject joy, warmth, and optimism into everyday rituals. Think of it as bathroom design with a confident splash of personality.
the elegant furniture handles and hangers add colorful accents and create harmonious organization in the wardrobe and bathroom
This color-driven energy sits atop HEWI’s long-standing commitment to Universal Design where HEWI’s mantra, ‘Design for All,’ aligns seamlessly with Barbie’s message of inclusivity. The collection demonstrates how bathroom products can be beautiful, practical, and accessible. By merging Barbie’s vibrant identity with HEWI’s Bauhaus-inspired minimalism, the collaboration delivers products that are tactile, user-friendly, and universally appealing.
That philosophy translates into nearly 40 products that balance function and personality. From soap dispensers and towel holders to toilet brush sets and folding support rails, the Barbie x HEWI collection reimagines the essentials with a fresh perspective. Each piece is built to HEWI’s high standards of durability and usability, but now offers expanded possibilities in color and mood. Customers can opt for monochrome black-and-white, subtle accents, or go all-in on Barbie pink, giving designers and homeowners the freedom to adapt the collection to a wide spectrum of interiors, from boutique hotels to healthcare spaces to family bathrooms.
the products fit seamlessly into a wide range of architectural settings, from private bathrooms to boutique hotels, accessible healthcare spaces, and public facilities
the toilet roll holder in pale pink and the three-tone toilet brush set from the Barbie x HEWI collection form a harmonious duo in pale pink, black, and white
the towel ring from the Barbie x HEWI collection in pale pink
the toilet brush set from the Barbie x HEWI collection is more than just an everyday object: it is a design statement for the modern bathroom
the freestanding stool in pale pink and white is mobile and versatile, allowing it to be used in different areas of the bathroom as needed
the two-tone hinged seat supports up to 150 kg and is ideal for use in accessible bathrooms and can be mounted on the wall to save space and provides reliable comfort
BARBIE and associated trademarks and trade dress are owned by, and used under license from, Mattel. ©2025 Mattel.
project info:
brand: HEWI | @hewi_gmbh
collection name: Barbie x HEWI
designer: HEWI
full collection: here
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