Abstract: A hand washing and drying apparatus having automatic means for providing hand washing material and hand drying air. The hand washing and drying operation is effected within a space defined by a bowl. The bowl may be recessed within the apparatus to facilitate an efficient use of warm water and warm air during the hand washing and drying operation. The hand drying air outlet may be mounted to the bowl for delivering the hand drying air directly thereinto. Similarly, a means for delivering hand washing material in the form of water may be mounted directly to the bowl. The automatic controls may include manually operable portions adapted to be manipulated by the user without substantially removing his hands from the bowl space. A soap dispenser may be mounted in the device adjacent the bowl space. The bowl may be provided with an upper arm extending at a forward angle for facilitated hand washing and drying.