The highly contagious, airborne coronavirus has made us hyper-sensitive to potential infection in confined indoor spaces. The Future of the Home trend report, produced by Aritco and Springwise, explores the latest innovations that embrace technology to support hygiene in the home including devices that can purify air and keep surfaces germ-free.
The report includes three cutting-edge innovations for ventilation – an invisible air purifier disguised as a piece of art; a low-energy bladeless fan that kills microorganisms; and a ceiling panel that removes pathogens with ultraviolet light. As some scientific research suggests that the Covid-19 virus can live for days on certain surfaces, The Future of the Home also includes three innovations that can help us keep our domestic spaces free from microbes – modular, antibacterial room dividers; a sanitisation station by the entrance to the house that can disinfect smartphones and keys; and a system that adds touchless technology to lift panels.