A6 Soap Dish: The thoughtfully designed soap dish for your bathroom

Bar Soap Is Trending: Why Bar Soap and Designer Soap Dishes Go Hand in Hand

Bar soaps are part of a broader trend toward a plastic-free, more sustainable bathroom. They don’t require plastic bottles, are concentrated, long-lasting, and often made from natural ingredients. Combined with a high-quality soap dish like the A6, they create a bathroom ritual that impresses on multiple levels: ecologically, aesthetically, and functionally.

Does this sound familiar? The soap sits in a puddle of water, dissolves way too quickly, leaves unsightly marks, and slips every time you use it. A soap dish is one of the most common items in the bathroom, and yet it’s rarely designed with much thought. Most dishes are flat, collect water, and thus accelerate exactly what you want to avoid: the soap running out too quickly.

The A6 Soap Dish by beat bolli FORM demonstrates what is possible when a simple everyday object is thoroughly reimagined. It dries the soap perfectly, prevents unwanted marks, automatically holds the soap in a specific position, and is made in Switzerland using a 3D printing process from sustainable PLA bioplastic. For CHF 24.00, it’s one of the smartest items you can put in your bathroom.

In this article, you’ll learn everything about the A6: its design, features, materials, and why it will win the Blickfang Design Award in 2026.

Form follows function: The design principle behind the A6 soap dish

The primary design goal of the A6 soap dish by beat bolli FORM is crystal clear: to ensure the soap dries properly. It sounds simple, but it isn’t. To achieve this goal, the dish was designed so that excess water can drain away reliably after use. The result: the soap dries faster, retains its shape longer, and lasts longer.

This not only saves money, but also conserves resources. Using less soap means fewer purchases, less packaging, and less waste.

Another detail that may seem unremarkable at first glance but makes a big difference: the shape of the dish prevents the soap from leaving indentations. We’ve all been there: the soap sits on a flat surface for days and takes on its shape. It’s unsightly and unhygienic. The A6 elegantly solves this problem with its special design.

Particularly noteworthy is the self-centering effect of the dish. Its geometry is designed so that the soap automatically settles into a specific position when placed in the dish. This is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also ensures that water always drains properly, no matter how hurriedly you set the soap down.

Design with a Purpose: The Concept Behind the A6

The A6 soap dish is a striking example of this philosophy. At first glance, it appears simple and understated. Upon closer inspection, however, you realize that every curve and every contour of its form serves a specific purpose. The bathroom is a space used every day. The objects placed there should not only look good but also function seamlessly.

The A6 was completed in 2026 with the Blickfang Design Award, one of the most prestigious awards for product design in the German-speaking world. This recognition underscores what users experience every day: This product makes a real difference.

What makes this soap dish special?

The A6 solves three specific problems that conventional soap dishes do not address. First, excess water drains away efficiently thanks to the dish’s special shape, allowing the soap to dry much faster. Second, the dish’s design prevents unwanted indentations from forming in the soap. Third, the shape automatically centers the soap in a defined position, eliminating the need to reposition it every time.

Bottom line: Small bowl, big impact

The A6 soap dish by beat bolli FORM is a prime example of what good product design can achieve: it solves a real problem without compromising on aesthetics or sustainability. It drains water, prevents smudges, automatically positions the soap, is made from sustainable materials, and is manufactured in Switzerland.

The next time you see your soap sitting on a sticky, waterlogged surface, remember: it doesn't have to be that way. A well-designed soap dish isn't a luxury. It's a choice that prioritizes function, quality, and mindfulness in your daily life.

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