Culture down the toilet

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Anything is possible in England, even a recycling project melding the art and the spirit of long-passed excrement. Artists have transformed the former sites of public restrooms into tiled, underground chambers for the alternative arts scene and quiet Internet surfing. One such venue claims it is an underground spot for underground thought and agendas and offers coffee and Internet access, reports SALON.COM.

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But while quirky individuals are looking toward former public conveniences for trendy space, the British Toilet Association is decrying the disappearance of the public restroom. Claiming there is now only one public toilet for every 10,000 people in England, the association brings publicity to the problem with its annual Loo of the Year Award.

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