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Smart Lavatory

New homeowners seek smart functionality within the washroom

Implications - Used to the integration of smartphones and IoT into their daily lives, Millennial consumers starting young families are looking for ways to incorporate that smart technology into their homes as well. Within the bathroom, we're seeing increasingly high-tech features that allow for complete control of the lavatory experience. From health-monitoring to entertainment, the bathroom is becoming a private but connected sanctuary within the home.
Workshop Question - With the understanding of younger consumers as digital natives, where does your brand fit in with this demographic's need for constant convenience and control?
Trend Themes
1. Smart Bathroom Technology - The integration of smart technology into bathroom products and fixtures adds convenience, health benefits, and entertainment options for users.
2. Non-invasive Health Monitoring - Smart bathroom products that offer non-invasive health monitoring are becoming increasingly popular among consumers who want to seamlessly incorporate health assessment into their daily routines.
3. Efficient Cleaning Sensors - Sensors that monitor the levels of materials in washroom dispensers and transmit data to cleaning staff can improve cleaning efficiency and resource management in large buildings.
Industry Implications
1. Smart Home Technology - The trend towards integrating smart technology into home products and fixtures is not limited to bathrooms and represents an opportunity for innovation across the home goods sector.
2. Health and Wellness - The incorporation of non-invasive health monitoring into bathroom products highlights a growing trend towards health and wellness technology across industries.
3. Cleaning and Janitorial Services - Efficiency-improving sensors in washroom dispensers represent an opportunity for innovation and cost-savings in the cleaning and janitorial services industry.
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Sanitary Smart Toilets
Sanitary Smart Toilets
The Ove Smart Toilet Offers Automatic Sanitation Features
The Ove Smart Toilet claims to be the best on the market and offers a myriad of functions for individuals who enjoy luxury experiences in the comfort of their own home. The toilet’s... MORE
Reverse Angle Smart Mirrors
Reverse Angle Smart Mirrors
Imec's Smart Bathroom Mirror Shows Users the Back of Their Head
Imec’s smart bathroom mirror prevents users from having to make awkward contortions in order to see themselves from the right angle. The system consists of a large mirror, just like any other,... MORE
Waterproof Touchscreen Display Mirrors
Waterproof Touchscreen Display Mirrors
The Tammax Smart Mirror Displays Web Content and More
Those who want to increase the overall smart capabilities of their bathroom environment will be interested in the Tammax Smart Mirror display. Featuring a completely waterproof design, the Tammax... MORE
Smartphone-Connected Showers
Smartphone-Connected Showers
The U by Moen Smart Shower will be Unveiled at CES 2017
Smartphone integration is taking place in virtually all places within the home, so the U by Moen Smart Shower comes as a logical new solution from the brand that will be seen at CES 2017. The U by... MORE
Health-Monitoring Smart Bathrooms
Health-Monitoring Smart Bathrooms
The Google Bathroom is a Concept to Seamlessly Assess Well-Being
There are plenty of smart home designs and devices emerging on the market, but one of the most impressive ones is the Google Bathroom. Recently, Google submitted a patent for a “Noninvasive... MORE
Bathroom Sensor Systems
Bathroom Sensor Systems
Washroom Dispenser Sensors Make Cleaning Bathrooms More Efficient
This bathroom sensor system makes it easier to clean washrooms faster. The Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits collaborated with CWS-boco International GmbH to create the efficiency-... MORE

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