SIMPLE HUMAN
Founded in 2000 by Frank Yang with a simple mission: design a better trash can. What started as one innovative pedal mechanism in Torrance, California, evolved into a complete line of intelligent kitchen and bath tools. From sensor mirrors to soap pumps, Simplehuman merges sleek aesthetics with engineering precision under the philosophy "Tools for Efficient Living." Award-winning designs that prove everyday objects deserve extraordinary thought.
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Simplehuman is a design‑driven home essentials brand founded in 2000 by Frank Yang in Torrance, California with a simple mission: to make everyday tools function better and feel effortless. Yang’s first product was a redesigned trash can with improved functionality and durability — showcased at major trade shows and quickly embraced by retailers.
Since then, the company has grown into a global maker of kitchen, bath, and beauty tools, including pedal and sensor trash cans, touch‑free soap pumps, sensor‑activated mirrors, dish racks, and organizational accessories, all developed under the philosophy “Tools for Efficient Living.”
Simplehuman products are known for meticulous engineering, performance‑driven innovation, and minimalist aesthetics, with rigorous testing to ensure long‑lasting quality and a design that strips away the unnecessary for intuitive use.