The fictional Professor Pembroke in a dark tweed jacket in a marble washroom.

Mankind Institute of Urinal Theory

The Science ofPersonal
Space

20 Situations.
One Fundamental Question.

Do you possess the spatial intelligence required to choose the correct urinal?

Take the Urinal IQ Test

Free · 20 Questions · No Registration Required

Assessment in preparation

The Institute

A matter of
civilised distance.

Advancing Mankind, One Urinal at a Time.

Humanity has split the atom, mapped the genome and landed on the Moon. Yet, when confronted with a row of available urinals, it continues to hesitate.

Founded in 2026, the Mankind Institute of Urinal Theory brings overdue scholarly attention to this persistent gap in human understanding. Under Professor Pembroke’s direction, we examine the delicate relationship between architecture, spatial judgment and personal dignity.

Mankind Institute
of Urinal Theory

Established 2026

Spatial inquiry

Order & dignity

A considered society

The Methodology

The CED Principle

A systematic approach to spatial judgment.

Three considerations. One strict order of precedence. A gentleman need not leave a decision of this magnitude to chance.

Clearance

First, consider interpersonal separation. Personal space takes precedence over every architectural advantage.

Edge Preference

Where clearance is equal, prefer a terminal position. A well-chosen boundary has its merits.

Door Distance

Only when the first two considerations are tied does distance from the entrance decide the matter.

Order of precedenceC → E → D
MIUT · C / E / D
Architectural study · illustrative arrangement

The Assessment

20 situations.
One fundamental question.

From an uncomplicated empty room to more demanding spatial arrangements, twenty progressively considered situations will put your judgment to the test. No stopwatch. No registration. Merely you, the evidence and a decision.

The assessment is currently being prepared. Participation will be free when it opens.

20Questions
60Maximum points
55–160Urinal IQ scale

Urinal IQ is a fictional entertainment score, not a validated measure of intelligence.

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Research & Interpretation

The pursuit of
spatial excellence.

An apparently minor choice may conceal an impressive quantity of analysis. Each future assessment situation will be accompanied by a formal MIUT interpretation, considering occupancy, architectural boundaries and their implications for civilised coexistence.

Our programme is concerned with clarity of reasoning, rather than the speed with which one can approach a porcelain fixture.

Civilization begins where unnecessary proximity ends.

Prof. Sir Alastair P. PembrokeFounder of Urinal Theory

Mankind Institute
of Urinal Theory

Certificate of Spatial Judgment

Your distinguished name

Presented in recognition of a considered approach to personal space.

A. P. Pembroke
Specimen · forthcoming

The Certificate

Recognition of
spatial intelligence.

A decision well made deserves an appropriately formal document. The future MIUT commemorative certificate will carry your name, Urinal IQ score, academic classification and Professor Pembroke’s signature.

A commemorative feature in preparation. Not an accredited educational qualification.

MIUT · Since 2026

Your spatial intelligence
awaits examination.

Twenty situations stand between you and a deeper understanding of personal space.

Take the Urinal IQ Test

Assessment in preparation