Visitors stepping inside the Art Toilet are greeted by a painting of a giant mouth holding an MDMA-like emogram spelling the word LIKE. Cheekily titled “GIVE US THIS DAY OUR DAILY LIKE,” kissmiklos’ artwork sets the tone for the artist’s playful critique of social media. A flight of stairs leads down to a ‘locker room’ lined with display vitrines that contain 106 artworks. One section showcases a series of discarded stuffed animals that Kissmiklos has given a new identity, with the word LOST across their emogram-styled faces; another features a series of colourfully painted water guns, with yet more emograms in a third section spelling words like TABOO, OOPS, NICE, PEE and NERVOUS.

Divided into blue-coloured boys' and pink-coloured girls' sections, each of the 20 toilets sports its own unique design. Mosaic tiling in some toilets conjures the pixelated aesthetic of 1980s and 90s video games, but instead of popular figures like Pac-Man, Mario and Donkey Kong, poop emojis and rubber ducks take centre stage. In other cubicles, swarms of “Goldenroaches,” another of kissmiklos’ signature motifs, make for an unsettling yet playful décor, while mirror-clad cubicles offer the opportunity for self-reflection.

Most brazen of all are the cubicles that are ‘occupied’ by life-size sculptures of peeing or pooping 18th-century-attired figures. Apparently unperturbed by the glass doors, the porcelain figures had the common courtesy to place DO NOT DISTURB signs, where observant visitors will also read that ART IS AN UNWELCOMING SOCIETY. With a treasure trove of such cheeky details, plus a lo-fi electronic soundtrack inspired by 80s and 90s video games and a curated selection of scents, the Art Toilet offers a multisensory experience unlike any other public restroom – needless to say, it’s also a magnet for selfies.

Offering an exclusive collection of artworks, prints and unique artist-designed merchandise by Kissmiklos and other artists, the adjoining Art Shop may be more subdued in design than the dreamlike restrooms, yet it doesn’t fail to impress thanks to a giant toy monkey whose arms and legs transform into armchairs for visitors to rest on. On the walls, thousands of ‘Likes’ enhance the décor’s playfulness while commenting on the value and impact of social affirmation.

Rounding up the POP&ROLL project is the Art Gallery, a space dedicated to showcasing emerging and established artists. Its inaugural "POP BY" exhibition back in March, showcased new work by Kissmiklos along with older pieces, functioning as a little teaser to the POP&ROLL Art Toilet and Art Shop. The space is currently hosting an artistic dialogue between photographer Eszter Sarah and glass artist Dóra Varga, curated by Kissmiklos. Whether viewing, browsing, or even relieving oneself in POP&ROLL, there’s no denying that kissmiklos’ mission to make art accessible, enjoyable and ultimately an integral part of everyday life is brilliantly realized.

Whether viewing, browsing, or even relieving oneself in POP&ROLL, there’s no denying that kissmiklos’ mission to make art accessible, enjoyable and ultimately an integral part of everyday life is brilliantly realized.