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Top and above right: The powerful Beam Central Vacuum System by Electrolux SC335LCD was chosen for the Ideal House. This quiet vacuum is powerful enough to remove all traces of dust, mites, pollen, animal dander and other allergens, and is widely recommended for people suffering from asthma and allergy symptoms. Above: A vacuum vent in the kitchen can be used to suck up crumbs in an instant. 70 Sustainable design not only influenced the choice of building materials in the Ideal House – it also determined the central vacuum system. The special edition, all-in-one Beam Central Vacuum System by Electrolux SC335LCD was specified for the home. This is a highperformance, ultra-high suction cleaning system that combines a multi-surface tool with a highvelocity air channel for effective cleaning. The extra power generated by the Beam system has been proven to relieve asthma and allergy symptoms by removing 100% of the contacted dust and dirt from living rooms. search | save | share at trendsideas.com Other green features are a drawcard, also. The Beam system comes with a high-efficiency motor and remote speed control hose, which makes it extra quiet. The low-energy consumption meets all European energy standards. As well, the Beam meets all European regulations for recyclable materials; and the all-in-one packaging uses fewer packing materials and lower transportation resources than other systems. The Beam has a Gore-Tex® self-cleaning filter, so there is no need to replace filters or purchase new dust bags, making it a breeze to use. It has an expected life of more than 20 years.