Designers and remodelers are focused on how people like us live now—we’re all more connected, more efficient, and more aware of resource use.
38% of consumers responding to a recent study pursued bathroom remodels in 2025; the most high-impact renovations sought to enhance everyday living, energy efficiency, and sustainability. KOHLER’s Anthem matches the demand for design. This week, the brand takes it a step beyond, bridging the gap in smart shower technology and eco-mindset with the launch of Anthem EvoCycle.
Anthem EvoCycle is a shower water recirculation system that can reduce water use by up to 80%. It’s dual-mode, and perfect for any of us facing water restrictions or simply trying to reduce the length of our showers for the betterment of the ecosystem. It does all this in the most appealing way.
For those of you planning a remodel, embracing sustainability, or looking for the next generation of home systems, here it is.
Anthem EvoCycle Reuses Water in Real Time
Most showers are simple: Water flows in. It flows out. There are options for consumers who want to do better (IKEA BERGVATTNET, for example), but EvoCycle’s system is integrated, taking the guesswork out of being water wise.
32% of homeowners recommend upgrades that improve energy efficiency and sustainability for good reason: investments in system maintenance like this provide your lifestyle and resilience over time. Consumers who shift to EvoCycle won’t notice a great change in their day-to-day, but they will over time.
KOHLER describes that the system starts in a standard setting, sending fresh water through your handshower or rainhead just like any other setup, but collects drain water in a reservoir to be reused. When you switch to Cycle Mode, the shower begins to recirculate water through a built-in filter in the base, mixing it with a small amount of fresh water as it loops back through the rainhead/showerhead.
Our first thought here was (filter aside): Is this water really clean enough to reuse? To that point, we know that the typical user runs several gallons of water in the shower while bringing it to temperature before even stepping inside. The system also self-cleans with an ozone cycle after every use, and monthly deep cleaning cycles. The EvoCycle receptor filter itself is dishwasher safe.
What Makes Anthem EvoCycle Different
- Dual-mode operation. It runs on fresh water at first, then shifts to a filtered recirculating cycle that reduces overall use while keeping full water flow.
- Built-in ozone cleaning. Automated cleaning keeps the system fresh after each use (a deep cleaning cycle runs monthly). There are no disposable pods or chemical cleaners required.
- Digital control and app access. It’s smart! You can start or stop the shower, fine-tune temperature, run cleaning cycles, and track water usage from the wall control or your phone.
- Flexible design options. Multiple base sizes, drain locations, finish choices, and compatibility with KOHLER showerheads make it easier to fit into different renovation plans.
Smart, But Not Complicated
Smart home products can feel overwhelming, but we already know Anthem, so we know EvoCycle will also keep the experience simple.
From its digital controls to the Kohler Konnect app interface, switching modes and tracking data (like water use!) is easy. And if you don’t care about the tech, you can still operate the shower in the traditional way without the data, still making the most of an efficient water system.
For homeowners who like Anthem+ for its personalization and smart integration, EvoCycle builds on that thinking. It brings sustainability into the same connected ecosystem. Your shower becomes part of a broader home system shift, helping you focus on lower resource use, smarter controls, and keeping you aware of daily habits.
Planning for Installation and Layout
EvoCycle is designed for both new construction and high-end remodels, but it does require planning. The shower receptor includes a recessed area in the subfloor to house the recirculating components. In a new build, that’s easy to incorporate early. In a renovation, your contractor will need to account for the cutout and depth during framing.
There are several size options, including 60-inch and 48-inch lengths with varying widths. It’s designed to suit a left- or right-hand drain configuration and is sold with a range of finishing options, from polished chrome to matte black and brushed metallic.
The system includes the digital control, valve, ozone components, and necessary electrical parts. You select the fixture configuration based on the look and feel you want. Because it’s compatible with KOHLER’s broader shower offerings, you’re not locked into one style of showerhead.
Renovations today aren’t just about tile and finishes. They’re about how a home performs, and how it suits its end user (that’s you). Water use, energy use, and connected systems all shape long-term value. Anthem EvoCycle fits into that bigger picture. It allows you to keep the long, relaxing shower while dramatically cutting back on waste. That balance—comfort and awareness in the same space—is what makes this launch stand out.
