Dyson in London

Dyson at a glance

Company

Dyson, which describes itself as a technology company that solves problems others ignore

Origins

James Dyson invented the first bagless vacuum and set up his own company to make it

Headquarters

Global Headquarters at St James Power Station, Singapore, opened in 2022; research and development campus in Malmesbury, England

Hand dryers

First Airblade hand dryer launched in 2006; current range Airblade 9kJ, Airblade Wash+Dry and Airblade V

Accreditations

Airblade 9kJ certified by HACCP International and NSF International Protocol P335; all Airblade hand dryers certified by the Carbon Trust

Guarantee

5-year guarantee on parts and labour for Dyson hand dryers and lighting

In London

A Dyson Airblade 9kJ is installed in the lower-floor WC at the Faura Interior Design Residency, Westminster, SW1 (trade, by appointment).

Dyson on display in London

The piece below is installed at the Faura Interior Design Residency and can be seen by appointment.

The Dyson Airblade 9kJ

Dyson describes the Airblade 9kJ as its fastest, most energy-efficient HEPA-filtered hand dryer. It is made in grade 304 L stainless steel and is just four inches deep, so it leaves more room in the washroom and, according to Dyson, suits accessible washrooms.

• Curved Blade™ design: two 0.45 mm curved apertures create sheets of air that follow the contours of the hands.
• Two power modes: Max mode at 900 W for a 10-second dry time in busy washrooms, or Eco mode at 650 W for a 12-second dry time and 9.1 kJ of energy per dry, better suited to offices. The mode is set at installation.
• HEPA filter: captures 99.95% of particles as small as 0.1 micron, including bacteria and viruses, from the air (tested to EN1822-5 by an independent laboratory).
• Sound: sound power level of 79 dBA in Max mode and 77 dBA in Eco mode; Dyson calls it its quietest Airblade hand dryer yet.
• Size and weight: H 500 × W 450 × D 100 mm, 4.5 kg, rated IP24.
• Environment: up to 88% less CO₂ than single-use paper towels, according to Dyson.

Airblade 9kJ · Hand dryer range · Hygienic hand drying

The Airblade range

Since the first Airblade hand dryer in 2006, Dyson has continued to develop its hand-drying technology. All current models are touch-free, HEPA-filtered and covered by a 5-year guarantee.

• Airblade 9kJ: the wall-mounted model installed at Faura, with Max and Eco modes and a 10–12 second dry time.
• Airblade Wash+Dry: Airblade technology in a tap, so hands are washed and dried at the sink in 14 seconds and water stays in the basin.
• Airblade V: a slim, compact dryer that protrudes just 100 mm from the wall, for smaller washrooms.

Lighting and air treatment for projects

Beyond the washroom, Dyson makes task lighting and air treatment for offices, schools, airports and hospitality settings. Its Solarcycle desk and floor task lights use Heat Pipe technology to cool the LEDs, which Dyson says protects light quality for up to 60 years, and they track local daylight. Dyson lighting carries a 5-year guarantee.

Lighting for business · Air treatment

For architects and designers

Dyson runs a specification service for architects and designers, with RIBA and/or RIAI-accredited CPD seminars on topics such as public health in the washroom, human-centric lighting and indoor air quality. For the Airblade 9kJ it publishes a technical specification, installation drawings, an installation and maintenance manual and a cleaning guide, together with 2D and 3D DWG, Revit, SketchUp, IFC, IGS and STP files.

Dyson for architects and designers · Specifications and documents

Specifying Dyson through Faura

1. 01
   See it in a finished roomBook a private visit to the Residency in Westminster and see the Airblade 9kJ installed in the lower-floor WC, alongside the basins, brassware and finishes of a complete washroom.
2. 02
   Choose the modelSelect the Airblade model and power mode for each washroom, according to footfall, wall construction and space.
3. 03
   Technical packageFaura collects Dyson's technical specifications, installation drawings and CAD or BIM files for the project team, including backplates for plasterboard and cavity walls where needed.
4. 04
   Order and deliveryFaura raises the order on the trade client's behalf and coordinates delivery to the site.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I see a Dyson Airblade hand dryer in London?

A Dyson Airblade 9kJ is installed in the lower-floor WC at the Faura Interior Design Residency in Westminster, SW1, and can be seen by appointment. Trade clients can specify and order Dyson through Faura.

Where is Dyson based?

Dyson's Global Headquarters is at St James Power Station in Singapore, which opened in 2022. Its Malmesbury campus in England remains a major centre for research and development.

Can I get CAD or BIM files for the Dyson Airblade 9kJ?

Yes. Dyson publishes 2D and 3D DWG, Revit (RFA), SketchUp, IFC, IGS and STP files for the Airblade 9kJ, with a technical specification and installation drawings. Faura can collect these into a specification pack for the project.

How fast does the Dyson Airblade 9kJ dry hands?

In 10 seconds in Max mode, at 900 W, or 12 seconds in Eco mode, at 650 W, which uses 9.1 kJ of energy per dry. The mode is set at installation; changing it later means taking the dryer off the wall.

How loud is the Dyson Airblade 9kJ?

Dyson gives a sound power level of 79 dBA in Max mode and 77 dBA in Eco mode, and describes it as its quietest Airblade hand dryer yet.

Is the Airblade 9kJ suitable for accessible washrooms?

Dyson says the Airblade 9kJ, in stainless steel and just four inches deep, is suitable for use in accessible washrooms.

Does the Airblade 9kJ need a backplate?

Dyson recommends a backplate on plasterboard and cavity walls. Backplates can also be used when replacing other Dyson Airblade hand dryers.

Is the Dyson Airblade hygienic?

Its HEPA filter captures 99.95% of particles as small as 0.1 micron, including bacteria and viruses, from the air. The Airblade 9kJ is certified by HACCP International for food preparation environments and by NSF International Protocol P335.

How much does a Dyson hand dryer cost, and what are the lead times?

Both depend on the model, the quantity and the installation. Faura prepares trade quotations for each project and confirms timing for each order.