Energy-Efficient Washing Machines We'll See One Day Soon

There are a lot of very intriguing concept washing machines in the work. These are washing machines that have been designed but aren’t necessarily available for sale yet. However, they soon will be. That’s because they not only have cool designs but they are also very energy-efficient. They typically save both water and energy to reduce costs and waste in the home.

One of the most interesting examples of such a washing machine is The Re-cycle Laundry Center. This is a three-in-one machine with three pods that are set up in the shape of the traditional recycle symbol. The pods hang on the wall. One is the washer, one is the dryer and the third is a water filtration system. It cleans and recycles the water that is being used in the machine. When the water is clean, it goes back into the washing machine pod. What a terrific water-saving idea!

Another type of washing machine that is taking off in the design industry is the steam-based washing machine. Two examples of this type of washing machine are the Electrolux Renew and The Pebble by Ning Ning Lee. The Electrolux Renew is a high-tech Wi-Fi enabled touchscreen washing machine that you simply run your clothes through to have them steamed. That’s what cleans them. The Pebble is an energy-efficient wall-hanging machine that rapidly washes, steams and dries your clothes. Since you aren’t running the machine very long, you’re not wasting energy in the home.

Speaking of washing machines that hang on the wall, that’s a design concept that is getting more and more popular. These are small machines that are specifically designed to improve urban living. That’s great because it allows you to have a smaller home. A smaller home is more energy-efficient and less wasteful. Of course, many of these machines are also designed to save water and energy. For example Electrolux’s SHINE concept washing machine provides ambient light for the room so that you don’t need to waste energy (or space!) on other lighting.

Another way to reduce the space your washing machine needs is to put it out in the open in other areas of your house. Freestanding futuristic washing machines are starting to look like works of art. Many of these have additional energy-saving functions. For example, the Maglev Washing Machine uses a unique rotation method that reduces the amount of water and the amount of detergent that you need. The Aquarium is another rotation-based washing machine.

It’s tough to say which of these machines will make it into our homes and which won’t. You never know with concept designs. However, this definitely reflects a growing trend towards small, energy-efficient washing machines. That’s something that we’ll undoubtedly see more and more of soon.