A rise in health consciousness and smart home devices has transformed ordinary home technology like thermostats and air purifiers into items that are integral to the health and wellness movement.
Since a home's air quality or temperature cannot be seen, there are several new devices being designed to give homeowners a tangible way to get in touch with their home environments. For example, Speck and AirVisual go a step further than just measuring the quality of air inside a room—these devices also chart their findings with easy-to-understand graphs and illustrated guides.
Age-old practices like aromatherapy are also being modernized with technology for the benefit of today's consumers. In addition to purifying the air, Boom is an indoor device that's meant to diffuse stress and increase psychological wellness. On a larger scale, Aura Scenting integrates aromatherapy into a home's HVAC system.
34 Examples of Healthy Home Technology
From Pollutant-Sensing Appliances to Smart Stress Diffusers:
Laura McQuarrie — Mar 17, 2016 — Art & Design
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Bottle Aroma Diffusers
The Humidifying Ultrasonic Nebulizer Disperses Scent and Purifies the Air
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Discreet Air Quality Monitors
The 'Beeb' Air Quality Sensor Uses LEDs to Alert Users of Problems
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Smart Air Purifiers
Awair Monitors and Enhances the Air Quality in One's Home
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House-Heating Mirrors
This Decorative Mirror Doubles as a Decor Accent and Home Heating Radiator
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Personal Pollution-Tracking Devices
This Gadget Delivers Air Quality Readings to a Smartphone App
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Connected Air Purifiers
The Mi High Performance Air Purifier Connects to Your Smartphone
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Air Quality-Monitoring Sculptures
These Fabricated Objects Help to Measure Atmospheric Conditions
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Sculpted Symbol Purifiers
The 'Magic Air Purifier' Air Filter Design Looks Like the Möbius Strip
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Energy-Efficient Purifiers
The LightAir Evolution Gold Air Purifier Provides Better Air Quality
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Air-Monitoring Sensors
The Beagle Indoor Sensor Monitors Your Indoor Environment
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Weather-Simulating Purifiers
This Unique Air Purifier Can Mimic Your Favorite Weather Climate
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Portable Pollution Monitors
This Compact Air Quality Sensor is Small Enough to Fit in Your Pocket
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Indoor Atmosphere-Monitoring Devices
The Honeywell IAQ 'Point2' Keeps Track of VOCs and More
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Nano Tech Air Fresheners
PIEXO Cleans and Purifies While Saving Users Energy Costs
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Pollutant-Sensing Appliances
The 'Airmega' Indoor Air Quality Monitor Senses and Cleans Dirty Air
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Home Aromatherapy Systems
Aura Scenting Uses the HVAC System to Disperse Pleasing Home Scents
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Smartphone-Controlled Purifiers
The Holmes Smart Air Purifier Model Adjusts to the Environment
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Temperature Automation Thermostats
The Honeywell Lyric Round Rethinks the Thermostat at CES 2016
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App-Connected Thermostats
Emerson's Sensi is Controlled Via a Thermostat App
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Decorative Home Purifiers
Saje Wellness' Aromagem is Devoted to Home Air Purification
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Smart Home Frameworks
The Apple HomeKit Offers iOS-Friendly, Third-Party Manufactured Accessories
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6-in-1 Atmosphere Monitors
The 'AIR MENTOR PRO' Offers Impressive Air Quality Monitoring
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Mossy Air Purifiers
The Hybrid Humidifier by Giha Woo Mixes Natural and Artificial Elements
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Smart Stress Diffusers
The Boom Aromatic Humidifier Uses Scents to Calm the Body
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Smart Air Quality Monitors
The Foobot Helps You Keep Track of the Air Around You
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Air-Purifying Apps
'Awair' is an App-Controlled Device That Automatically Improves Air Quality
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Next-Generation Air Purifiers
The Pure Cool Air Filter is Designed to Capture Ultrafine Particles
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Holistic Home Thermostats
The Aprilaire 8920W WiFi Thermostat Keeps Control of Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Monitors
The Speck Gauges Air Quality Inside Your Home
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Visualized Air Quality Monitors
The AirVisual Node Helps Improve Indoor Air Quality by Giving Data
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Healing USB Nebulizers
This Portable Nebulizer from Saje Plugs into a USB Port
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Handheld Air Quality Sensors
GrayWolf 'AdvancedSense SE' Air Monitors Keep Track of Pollutants
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Comprehensive Air Cleaners
The Blueair 'Sense' Room Air Purifier Removes Germs and Viruses
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Smartphone-Powered Thermostats
Zstat Presents the Smartphone-Powered Thermostats of the Future
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Home Automation Assistants
The 'Lola' Home Automation System Helps Streamline the IOT Experience
Weather-Reacting Window Gadgets
The AXIS Gear Motorizes You Window Coverings to Save Electricity
Centralized Smart Home Connectors
The nCube Smart Home Device Controller Links Everything Together
Sun-Reflecting Illuminators
The 'Lucy' Sun Mirror Tracks and Redirects Natural Light
Personal Training Devices
The Ollinfit Makes Getting Fit Solo an Easier Endeavor
Air-Enriching Plant Purifiers
This Concept Design Uses Plants to Harness Airborne Molecules
Wooden Oil Diffusers
The 'InnoGear' Wood Mist Humidifier Makes for Better Winter Air Quality
Flashy Fuel Efficient Cars
This Eco-Friendly Toyota Prius Features a Dazzling Custom Chrome Body
Emergency Hydration Bottles
The heloBottle is Designed with Nine Innovative Features
Driverless Shuttle Services
This Fleet of Autonomous Shuttles Helps Transport Commuters
Networked Door Locks
The Yale Linus Smart Lock Works on the Nest Dedicated Network for Fast Usage
Soothing Spa Appliances
The 'Anton' Aroma Essential Oil Diffuser Humidifier Provides Tranquility
Mattress-Embedded Rest Trackers
The Juvo Sleep Management and Tracker System Requires no Wearables
Footstep-Powered Lampposts
The 'EnGoPLANET' Street Light Design is Headed to Las Vegas
Air Quality-Based Jewelry
These Werable Data Objects Visualize the Burden of Urban Pollution
Canine Emotion-Sensing Wearables
The DogStar TailTalk Translates Tail-Wagging Into Emotions
Cubic Salt Lamps
This Natural Salt Lamp Adopts a Modern Design
Discreet Air Quality Monitors
The 'Beeb' Air Quality Sensor Uses LEDs to Alert Users of Problems
App-Connected Educational Toys
This Interactive Toy is Designed to Introduce Kids to Technology
House-Heating Mirrors
This Decorative Mirror Doubles as a Decor Accent and Home Heating Radiator
Personal Pollution-Tracking Devices
This Gadget Delivers Air Quality Readings to a Smartphone App
Minimal Wearable Controllers
Gest is a Promising Tech Glove that is Lightweight and Adjustable
Connected Air Purifiers
The Mi High Performance Air Purifier Connects to Your Smartphone
Air Quality-Monitoring Sculptures
These Fabricated Objects Help to Measure Atmospheric Conditions
Sculpted Symbol Purifiers
The 'Magic Air Purifier' Air Filter Design Looks Like the Möbius Strip
Lifelike Artificial Limbs
These Futuristic Prosthetic Hands Closely Resemble the Human Form
Energy-Efficient Purifiers
The LightAir Evolution Gold Air Purifier Provides Better Air Quality
Air-Monitoring Sensors
The Beagle Indoor Sensor Monitors Your Indoor Environment
Stress-Regulating Driver Seats
Faurecia's 'Active Wellness' is a Health-Monitoring Biometric Seat
Multifunctional Air Filters
This Filter Disc for Kids Cleans the Air and Assists with Academics
Purifying Wine Filters
The Üllo Wine Purifier Easily Filters and Removes Artificial Preservatives
Indoor Atmosphere-Monitoring Devices
The Honeywell IAQ 'Point2' Keeps Track of VOCs and More
Convenient Keyless Devices
The Monkey Smart Key Device is Perfect For Apartment-Dwellers
Water-Purifying Pumps
This Portable Water Purifier Creates Clean Drinking Water on the Go
All-Inclusive Water Purifiers
The MSR Guardian Purifies Water From Almost Any Source
WiFi-Connected Flower Pots
The 'Dream Flower' Vase Made Its Debut at CES 2016
Bladeless Air Purifiers
The Dyson Pure Hot + Cool Purifies Your Air and Can Heat Up Your Room
Arboreal University Architecture
This Tree-Covered School is a Model for Sustainable Development
Relaxing Car Oil Diffusers
The Living Beatitudes Car Diffuser Uses Essential Oils for Aromatherapy
Pollutant-Sensing Appliances
The 'Airmega' Indoor Air Quality Monitor Senses and Cleans Dirty Air
Figurative Object Sculptures
Daniel Arsham Creates Mysteriously Shrouded Works of Art
Air-Purifying Towers
The Smog Free Tower Purifies Air and Releases It Back Into the Environment
In-Car Air Purifiers
The Schatzii AIR Car Ionic Air Purifier Doubles as a Charger for Devices
Smartphone-Controlled Purifiers
The Holmes Smart Air Purifier Model Adjusts to the Environment
Multi-App Controlling Wearables
The DO Button Can Complete Pre-Set Chores Like Turning Off Lights
Wearable Fitness Bands
The Microsoft Band 2 Features More Sensors and An Improved Design
Portable Pollution Sensors
'Sensly' Tests Air Pollution Levels and Transmits Them to a Smartphone
Sound System Humidifiers
The Homdox Essential Oil Diffuser Optimizes Home Environments
Motion-Sensing Thermostats
The 'Ween' Learning Thermostat Responds According to Lifestyle
Air Quality-Improving Aerometers
The Momentum Device Lets Home Owners Monitor the Air Around Them
Smart Stress Diffusers
The Boom Aromatic Humidifier Uses Scents to Calm the Body
Smart Air Quality Monitors
The Foobot Helps You Keep Track of the Air Around You
Aromatherapy Ultrasonic Diffusers
The ZAQ Noor Mists Essential Oils for Calmness into Any Space
Holistic Home Thermostats
The Aprilaire 8920W WiFi Thermostat Keeps Control of Indoor Air Quality
Mood Therapy Diffusers
The Ultrasonic Oil Diffuser Humidifier Promotes Tranquility in the Home
In-Home Air Analyzers
Kaia Will Automatically Analyze the Air in Your Space to Grade Quality
Fuel-Saving Thermostats
The 'Idle Smart' Device Deters Drivers from Leaving the Engine Running
Portable Pollution Sensors
The Atmotube Tiny Air Pollution Monitor Purifies the Air You Breathe
Smartphone Thermostats
The 'QTemp' Wearable Smart Weather Station Measures UV Rays and Temperature
Botanical Paper Diffusers
The BOTANICA Collection Features Aroma Products that Dispel Scent
Air-Purifying Hula-Hoops
This Smart Hula-Hoop by Quadruple H Encourages Health & Wellness
Visualized Air Quality Monitors
The AirVisual Node Helps Improve Indoor Air Quality by Giving Data
Purifying Plane Air Devices
This Miniature Fan Can Help Improve Airflow on Airplanes to Stop Germs
Voice-Control Thermostats
The iDevices Smart Home Thermostat Features Easy Installation
Virtual Eyewear Apps
This App Enhances Eyewear Shopping with a Virtual Mirror
Efficient Furnace Sensors
The 'Flair' Central Air Control System Directs Air Where Needed
Smog-Detecting Wearables
These Smart Sensors Monitor a User's Pollution Intake While Cycling
Pollutant-Monitoring Pigeons
This Idea Sees Pigeons Live Tweeting While Monitoring Air Quality
Miniature Bluetooth Lanterns
The O2Tech Outdoor Lantern Can Be Customized to Suit Your Environment
Handheld Air Quality Sensors
GrayWolf 'AdvancedSense SE' Air Monitors Keep Track of Pollutants
Comprehensive Air Cleaners
The Blueair 'Sense' Room Air Purifier Removes Germs and Viruses
Fresh Mountain Air Aerosols
Vitality Air Bottles Fresh Oxygen for Citizens in Polluted Regions
Turbocharged Track Cars
The Renault KWID Racer Features a Sporty, Racing-Centric Design
Intergalactic Air Quality Improvers
The R2-D2 Tabletop Humidifier is Perfect for Star Wars Fans
Topographic Smog Reports
The Digital Plume Air Report Highlights Countries with High Pollution
Device-Oriented Thermostats
The Netatmo Wireless Thermostat is Best Controlled via Smartphone