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TECH SAVVY

The 21st-Century Laundry Room
Once disregarded, this space takes center stage with new technology
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While the past few decades saw the laundry area pushed into basements and hidden in closets, the former afterthought of a room is gradually
becoming the new retreat.
"Laundry rooms are starting to see the kind of renaissance kitchens
experienced in the 1950s," said designer Lauren Levant Bland of Lauren
Levant Interior. "They've started to become places where you can express
yourself and your sense of style while getting the work done, too."
With aesthetic appeal also comes convenience. To help consumers
save time and energy, manufacturers are developing products with faster
speeds and higher efficiencies for a stress-free space.

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Changing Spaces
According to Bob Martin, design director at Electrolux Major Appliances, one of the biggest trends for the laundry room is its relocation.
"Many consumers are moving the washer and dryer closer to the
kitchen, family bath or an upper-floor level in single-family homes," he said.
"So they're looking for designs that are sleek and allow for installation in a
variety of spaces without having to renovate."
Ventless heat pump clothes dryers have gained popularity because
of their easy and inexpensive installation. Instead of blowing heated air
inside, these dryers regenerate energy using a refrigeration system to dry
and recycle the same air. Along with not requiring ducting, the machines
utilize the same drain as the washer - reducing the overall footprint and
allowing for flexibility in high-rise buildings or second-floor applications.
The versatile installation also opens the door for more minimalistic, smaller
spaces, which are expected to take off in 2015.
"These compact, stackable units offer endless installation possibilities
and only require one outlet, as the washer plugs into the dryer for added
convenience," said Alicia Cafferty, director of product marketing for Bosch
Cooking and Laundry."Laundry systems should be versatile enough to be
installed anywhere in the home."

(1) Blomberg's Ventless Heat Pump Dryer uses
50 percent less energy and 40 percent lower
circulating air temperature than compact airvented dryers. Designed with small-space living
in mind, the design is only 24 inches wide and
4.1 cubic feet.
(2) The Bosch 800 Series Compact Washer uses
a raindrop-structured drum for a powerful yet
gentle wash, complete in 15 minutes. Available
in July 2015, the washer's anti-vibration circular

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sidewalls reduce vibration by up to 30 percent,
and ActiveWater technology adjusts to the
specific load for an efficient wash cycle.
(3)The top of the Activewash Washing Machine
from Samsung includes a built-in sink with
a water jet and a gentle scrubbing surface.
Designed as an all-in-one solution, the sink
allows users to pre-treat delicate pieces or items
with stains before placing them directly into the
machine below.

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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of KBB - May/June 2015

Online Contents
Editor’s Note
Show Director’s Note
People & Places
Industry Viewpoint
Better Business
Universal Design
Sustainable Design
Before & After
Tech Savvy
Trends
Balanced Budget
New Products
Design Features
Daring Renovation
Bold & Beautiful
Triple Play
Learning Corner
Last Word
KBB - May/June 2015 - Intro
KBB - May/June 2015 - Cover1
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KBB - May/June 2015 - 1
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KBB - May/June 2015 - 4
KBB - May/June 2015 - Online Contents
KBB - May/June 2015 - Editor’s Note
KBB - May/June 2015 - 7
KBB - May/June 2015 - Show Director’s Note
KBB - May/June 2015 - 9
KBB - May/June 2015 - People & Places
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KBB - May/June 2015 - Industry Viewpoint
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KBB - May/June 2015 - Better Business
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KBB - May/June 2015 - Universal Design
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KBB - May/June 2015 - Sustainable Design
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KBB - May/June 2015 - Before & After
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KBB - May/June 2015 - Tech Savvy
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