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The doing more with less adage also plays out in water flow. Representatives from
Toto note that homeowners want a luxuriant yet responsible showering experience,
as many of them have become "conspicuous conservationists." To that end, Toto
employs aeration technology, which increases the volume of each droplet without
using more water.

Nature vs. Technology
The concept of biophilia suggests the instinctive love of life and living systems. As
such, the shower becomes the ideal place to connect with nature as a way to relax
and revitalize, according to Schor.
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The Aqueduct Wall Mount Spout from Altmans Faucets creates a multi-sensory experience achieved through the serene waterfall flow. It also acts as a showerhead
for those who want to conserve water. The unit comes with ½-in. or ¾-in. thermostatic
valves, available as thermostat only or as a thermostat with built-in volume control on
the plate. Circle No. 200 or visit kbbonline.com/freeinfo
Isenberg designed its latest line of bronze shower sets (including the M1010A showerhead) to be used without traditional shower enclosures. The system aims to make
bathrooms - particularly those in small urban apartments - look bigger by installing
the escutcheon flat against the wall and using a narrow hand-held shower. Circle
No. 201 or visit kbbonline.com/freeinfo
Designed in collaboration with Phoenix Design, the Raindance Select collection from
Hansgrohe allows users to easily switch among several spray modes. The Raindance
Select E 120 and Raindance Select S 120 AIR hand showers are available in chrome,
brushed nickel and a two-tone version in a white-chrome finish. Circle No. 202 or
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The new Times Square shower system from American Standard takes its design cues
from the modern minimalist design movement. Developed with an eye toward simple installation and reduced maintenance, the kit includes a matching WaterSensecertified showerhead and convenient hand shower mounted on a sleek slide bar.
Circle No. 203 or visit kbbonline.com/freeinfo
The Brizo Hydrati 2|1 shower features a detachable hand shower integrated into the
showerhead. Held in place by magnetic docking technology, the dual system deploys water in a unique wave pattern to create the feeling of a heavier flow without
using additional water. The detachable hand shower also features a push-button
spray selection with four functions. Circle No. 204 or visit kbbonline.com/freeinfo
California Faucets is rethinking the shower floor with StyleDrain Tile. The decorative
drain enables the designer to lay in tile or stone to match the rest of the shower floor,
thus creating the illusion of water mysteriously disappearing. Circle No. 205 or visit
kbbonline.com/freeinfo

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