Most water purifiers are hidden under the sink or banished to a corner of the kitchen, their bulky shapes and blinking indicator lights clashing with the clean lines of a modern, carefully designed space. For anyone who values both wellness and aesthetics in equal measure, finding a purifier that actually enhances the space rather than detracting from it is a rare treat worth celebrating when you finally discover one.
Lumos reimagines the water purifier as a sculptural centerpiece that deserves to be seen and appreciated. Designed by SAQ Design Consulting for Livingcare, this built-in faucet-style purifier features a lighting-inspired form, compact footprint at just 135mm wide, and touchless controls that bring both clean water and calming ambient light to any kitchen without requiring significant counter space or compromising visual appeal.
Designer: SAQ Design for Livingcare
Lumos’s upright, cylindrical body and translucent top look more like a designer lamp or modern art piece than a typical kitchen appliance. Available in metallic silver, matte gray, and bold orange finishes, it fits seamlessly into minimalist and contemporary kitchens alike, adapting to different design languages without looking out of place. The lighting fixture inspiration makes it a natural focal point rather than something to hide.
The built-in LED light activates gently as you approach the faucet, thanks to a RADAR sensor that detects your presence before you even reach for the controls. This provides a soft, welcoming glow for late-night water runs without the harsh glare of overhead fixtures that shock you awake when you’re trying to stay sleepy and relaxed during nighttime hydration breaks.
At just 135mm wide, Lumos is the smallest built-in water purifier on the market according to the iF Design Award, making it perfect for apartments and small kitchens where counter space is at a premium and every centimeter counts. The purifier installs directly into the countertop, replacing a standard faucet and eliminating the clutter of separate dispensers or bulky filtration units sitting on valuable surfaces.
Clean lines, intuitive touch controls on the top panel, and integrated filter and lighting mean fewer gadgets competing for attention in your kitchen environment. Lumos uses thermoelectric cooling technology, which is significantly more energy-efficient than traditional compressor systems used in typical hot and cold water purifiers. This technology eliminates refrigerants and harmful chemicals entirely, reducing both electricity bills and environmental impact for households.
Multi-stage filtration removes bacteria, chlorine, heavy metals, and microplastics from tap water reliably, while the touchless RADAR sensor ensures hygienic operation without requiring you to touch surfaces with dirty hands during cooking or meal preparation. The ambient light creates a calming atmosphere for nighttime water breaks, and the purifier’s sculptural presence enhances the kitchen’s overall visual appeal beyond pure function.
For modern kitchens that prioritize both performance and presentation, Lumos offers a compelling vision where clean water, energy efficiency, and beautiful design work together seamlessly. The compact form and lighting-inspired aesthetic make it equally suitable for small apartments or spacious homes, bringing wellness and ambiance to the heart of daily life without sacrificing counter space or visual harmony.
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