The Art of Design Issue 33 2018 | Page 41

Smell The latest developments in odour extraction technology, as seen within Geberit’s Duofresh, AquaClean and Monolith products can clean the air by neutralising unwanted odours through replaceable carbon filters. Once cleaned, the fresh air is then gently breezed back into the room. Touch The range of materials available to designers today is huge. KeraTect, ® for example, is a special ceramic glaze with an almost irresistibly touchable surface. Geberit engineers are also taking friction- free experiences to new levels with automatic sensing technology built into taps, lids and flush plates. Sound Clear advancements have been made in the world of sound and acoustics, with Geberit innovations that include decoupled prewalls, acoustically optimised pipework and TurboFlush technology enabling the toilet to be flushed thoroughly and quietly. Strong, supportive, intelligently hidden Duofix frames are neatly concealed behind the wall. SIght Designers should consider natural lighting wherever possible to help create illusions of space and depth. Geberit’s Mera orientation lighting can create a soft, directional glow that eliminates the need to switch on additional lighting at night.