Prefabricated bathrooms
for residential buildings
Custom planned. Efficiently installed. Faster construction through serial prefabrication.
Modular Bathroom Systems for Residential Buildings: Efficiency, Quality, and Design in Harmony
Modular prefabricated bathrooms from DEBA set new standards in residential projects regarding speed – especially for large-scale new constructions.
The industrially manufactured, ready-to-install bathroom units offer essential advantages for various requirements in residential construction.
Versatile applications:
- New construction projects with a high number of residential units
- Residential buildings with customized or standardized floor plans for optimal efficiency
- Individual design concepts with flexible design options
- Integration of kitchen connections for compact living solutions
Economic advantages of serial production: The modules are precisely manufactured and seamlessly integrated into the construction process – if desired, with pre-installed connections for a kitchen unit. The high repetition factor and industrial serial production lead to significant cost savings in residential construction. The result: noticeably shortened construction times, minimal sources of error, optimized processes on the construction site, and an economical overall solution – even with complex project structures.
DEBAYour strong partner for modular bathrooms
For over 30 years, DEBA has been developing modular bathroom systems for residential buildings – leveraging knowledge from several tens of thousands of realized bathrooms. In our approximately 20,000 m² production hall, up to 2,600 prefabricated bathrooms are produced annually, manufactured on state-of-the-art production lines with CNC precision and strictly tested quality.
DEBA provides modular bathroom solutions for residential construction that are technically precise, economically calculable, and reliably sustainable in the long term. From the initial concept sketch to the ready-to-install assembly, we guide builders, planners, and housing associations safely through every phase of the project – on schedule, efficiently, and with a deep understanding of the demands of modern living.
Our planning team works with 3D construction and complete BIM integration. Technical interfaces are coordinated early on, and collisions are digitally excluded – ensuring smooth processes and maximum planning security.
Lower costs. Consistent quality.
The identical series prefabrication under controlled conditions guarantees a consistently high level of execution quality and a short construction time – regardless of the location. Two leak tests – at the factory and on the construction site – ensure maximum operational safety for decades.
This enables reliable adherence to time and cost plans – especially for large-scale projects or serial construction in existing buildings.
With DEBA, bathrooms are created that combine functionality, quality, and durability – a well-thought-out solution for future-oriented living space.
Our ServicesFrom consultation to completion
Every project at DEBA starts with a thorough needs analysis and personalized consultation. Together, we define functionality, design, technical interfaces, and economic parameters – precisely tailored to your residential construction project. The result: modular bathroom solutions that are functionally convincing, aesthetically fitting, and economically viable.
Planning with a System - for Sustainable Results
From the planning phase onwards, you benefit from our many years of experience and state-of-the-art digital planning tools. With CAD and BIM systems, every detail is modeled with millimeter precision – from routing lines to installation dimensions, from design surfaces to media transfer points.
Early coordinated interfaces, digital clash detection, and precise sampling ensure a smooth construction process – without costly rework and with maximum planning certainty for all involved trades.
Precise Manufacturing – Quality Secured to Series Standards
In our approximately 20,000 m² production hall, all DEBA prefabricated bathrooms are created under strictly controlled conditions. Floor, wall, and ceiling elements, as well as sanitary and electrical installations, are fabricated to millimeter precision on state-of-the-art CNC machines and thoroughly tested.
The production is uniform and made to specification – each bathroom is packaged securely for transport and ready for connection upon delivery. Two leak tests – one at the factory and one on-site – ensure the highest operational safety. This minimizes construction time, interface risks, and disruptions at the construction site.
On-site assembly: Quick. Clean. Precise.
Our experienced assembly teams integrate the modules precisely into the designated building structures. The on-site installation is carried out cleanly, efficiently, and without construction delays. Thanks to the plug-and-play connection, the bathrooms are immediately ready for use after installation – including verified utility supply and final quality acceptance with the customer.
Why Lightweight Wins Construction Methods Compared
Modular bathrooms can be realised in various ways – here’s why our lightweight sandwich construction is the superior choice.
DEBA’s Advantage over Concrete Cubes:
- DEBA prefab bathrooms weigh less than a third of concrete units
- Easily moved on-site due to high stability and low weight
- Concrete units are heavy, requiring complex logistics and installation
- Concrete lacks flexibility – each wall needs custom formwork; complex shapes are harder to execute
- Concrete structures require additional structural analysis and crane loads, raising costs
DEBA’s Advantage over Stud-Frame Construction:
- DEBA’s sandwich design achieves significantly better acoustic performance and higher stability
- Combines concrete-like strength with the lightness of stud-frame structures
- Metal framing and plasterboard lack structural robustness
- Especially in wet areas, stud frames are prone to damage. DEBA ensures durability with a dual-seal system and sandwich floor tray
Our Method
Galvanised Steel Sandwich with Insulation Core
Outer walls: galvanised steel, interior: special mineral wool.
- Self-supporting, space-saving, ultra-stable, moisture resistant
- Wall elements can be tiled flat for faster, more precise finish
- Modular plug-in system: walls, floor tray, ceiling – for layout flexibility
- Designed for long-term use, flexible design, and premium expectations
System baths for residential buildings Custom design meets systematic efficiency
System construction at DEBA means maximum design freedom based on precise planning – no rigid framework, but thoughtful customization. Each bathroom module is tailored exactly to your architectural specifications and the needs of your residential projects – functional, aesthetic, and economically sensible.
Our Equipment Expertise at a Glance:
- High-quality surfaces, tiles, and wall coverings
- Customized Light and Illumination Concepts
- Accessible Solutions – on request according to DIN 18040-2
- Smart equipment elements for modern living comfort
Colors, materials, fixtures, and lighting moods are defined individually for each project – creating a cohesive spatial concept that emphasizes the architectural identity of your property and ensures long-term living comfort.
Process flowFrom the first draft to a ready-to-use apartment bathroom
Residential construction projects require reliability – in planning, scheduling, and results to address the housing shortage. With DEBA, you don’t get an off-the-shelf product, but a well-thought-out comprehensive solution that is continuously supported from the initial needs assessment to commissioning.
5 Steps to Your Modular Bathroom System
Even after the handover service for your prefabricated bathrooms
Our support does not end with the commissioning. Upon request, we provide long-term assistance with comprehensive services: regular inspections of wear parts, maintenance, repairs, replacements for damages, and if needed, deconstruction and modernization of existing modules. This ensures that your bathrooms remain functional, economical, and future-proof for the long term.
Modular Bathrooms Sustainable and future-proof: Our responsibility
Sustainability at DEBA begins not only on the construction site but already in planning and production. Through our industrial flow production, we reduce emissions, lower packaging waste, and optimize material use from the very start.
Thanks to consistent process optimization, we have already reduced our energy consumption in production by over 50%. A photovoltaic system for self-supply, to be installed in 2025, will allow us to further strengthen this approach – for maximum independence and resource conservation.
This is how sustainability is created, which goes beyond mere paper commitments and creates long-term value – for builders, occupants, and the environment.
Our finished bathrooms are made from durable, moisture-resistant materials:
- Specialized stone wool as moisture-resistant core insulation
- High-Quality Sealing Systems for Maximum Lifespan
- Reusable, maintenance-friendly building components
- Optional: Natural stones like marble or terrazzo for exclusive living concepts
- Upon request, our modular bathrooms can be certified according to BREEAM, Cradle to Cradle, DGNB Gold, or LEED Platinum – ideal for ESG-compliant residential projects and public tenders.
Let’s realize your residential construction project together.
From the initial needs assessment to the operational handover – and beyond:
We develop modular bathrooms for residential buildings – precisely planned, economically executed, and sustainably usable.
Benefit from our experience in serial building – and start your project with a partner who understands residential construction.
FAQ
What requirements must the shell construction meet for the use of system bathrooms?
For the modules to be smoothly integrated, coordinated room dimensions, defined routing, and suitable delivery paths are important. Ideally, DEBA should be involved early in the planning phase to optimally coordinate interfaces and avoid later adjustments.
How long does the delivery and installation of a prefab bath take?
Upon completion of the planning phase and final approval, industrial prefabrication takes place. The installation and assembly on the construction site occur within a few hours per unit – clean, precise, and almost without construction delays.
Are the bathrooms planned to be barrier-free?
Of course. Accessible facilities are integrated as a fixed element in the planning from the outset. If desired, we also implement bathrooms in compliance with DIN 18040-2 for barrier-free living.
Are DEBA system baths suitable for different residential construction projects?
Yes. Our modular bathrooms are flexibly configurable – from standardized large projects with many units to high-quality, individually designed residential complexes. This allows both smaller projects and serial large volumes to be implemented economically and aesthetically at a high level.