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Concept bathrooms from Hansgrohe featured giant bespoke glass panels that fit the wall going right up to the ceiling which work as a massive TV screen. It projects images, has speakers and is really pushing boundaries. Systems coming to market controlled via apps are pushing boundaries too. With the capability to control water in the home, measuring how much you’re using as well as reacting to any leaky pipes by shutting down the water mains, they can also monitor air quality via a sensor in each room. Very innovative. In terms of utilities, meters are the way forward. We’re all trying to do our bit for the environment and being able to measure what we’re using is fundamental. As well as keeping tabs on water consumption, it means accurate monthly bills. Win, win… LIGHT UP Lighting by Fritz Fryer, fritzfryer.co.uk
48 birmingham living
june 2019