One Woodward Avenue

One Woodward stands as a symbol of Detroit’s renaissance. Situated in the center of Detroit’s Civic Center since 1962, the waterfront property experienced the Motor City’s economic boom of the 1960s, as well as the trying times of the 2000s and the city’s resurgence in recent years.

But as jobs began coming back to the area and companies like Bedrock Real Estate Services — a firm specializing in the strategic redevelopment of Midwestern urban cores — began purchasing downtown properties, the Motor City underwent a gradual revitalization. From a mere 20 percent occupancy in 2013 to becoming 100 percent occupied in 2017, One Woodward represents Detroit’s resurgence. And with hundreds of its sinks and flushometers specified for the building’s renovation, Sloan is a key part of that transformation.

Aesthetic Excellence for a Timeless Space

When Bedrock set out to modernize One Woodward, preserving the building’s architectural legacy while introducing contemporary design elements was a top priority. 

The installation of 100 Sloan AER-DEC® Integrated Sink Systems with Sloan’s BASYS® fixtures helped One Woodward achieve a cohesive and sleek restroom design. These innovative sinks integrate soap dispensers, faucets, hand dryers, and basins into a single, touch-free system, creating a streamlined and minimalist appearance that aligns with the building's modern aesthetics. 

Next-level Durability

The restroom products at One Woodward must endure frequent use without compromising functionality. Sloan's solutions proved ideal to meet One Woodward's operational needs.

• Hands-free Hygiene: Sloan’s touchless technology significantly improves restroom hygiene and convenience. Tenants benefit from the hands-free operation of Sloan’s flushometers and sinks, reducing wear and tear while ensuring reliable daily use. 
• Simplified Maintenance: The integrated AER-DEC systems simplify cleaning and maintenance by consolidating multiple restroom components into one central unit. 
• Proven Longevity: Sloan's reputation for creating high-quality fixtures assures property managers that installations will withstand daily usage from the building’s occupants, minimizing the need for replacements or repairs.

Significant Water Savings

Sustainability was central to the design of One Woodward’s modern facilities, both for regulatory compliance and to lower long-term operational costs.

• Efficient Water Use: A total of 220 Sloan ECOS® Flushometers were critical to achieving water conservation goals. These advanced flushometers offer dual-flush options, using as little as 1.1 gallons per flush (gpf) for water closets and just 0.125 gpf for urinals.
• Sustainable Impact: By incorporating Sloan’s technology across its restrooms, One Woodward achieved meaningful reductions in water usage, supporting Detroit’s revitalization efforts with environmentally conscious improvements.