Open-plan
Divide and conquerSolve the problem of how to break up an open-plan living and dining space with a clever storage wall. This bespoke unit is roomy enough to hide away every mug in the house. However, incorporating sliding doors means the contents can be on show if desired, too. The result is ‘broken-plan’ – a room that’s neither open-plan nor closed off, but with all the benefits of both options.Is it time to go ‘broken-plan’ in your home?
Heat smartA smart thermostat is a thermostat that can be accessed using wireless connectivity. It heats your home more efficiently and more intelligently than a traditional thermostat. It works remotely, too, meaning that if you’re at work with the heating on high and want to turn it down, or you want to turn it up a few degrees from the comfort of your bed, you can do so easily. The additional advantage of smart thermostats is that they can detect occupancy in rooms – some models use motion sensors and others GPS trackers – so they don’t heat empty rooms. With smart heating, thermostats are just the tip of the iceberg, and entire climate systems, including air conditioning, fans and blinds, can be set up to give you ultimate temperature control.
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