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What does it mean?
Hanging fixtures are weak points and exposed radiators are ugly defects.
In plain terms
Suspended items are weak; visible radiators are bad design.
What can you take from it?
Avoid hanging fixtures and hide radiators.

Where it applies

  • interior design
  • plumbing
  • electrical layout

Putting it to work

  • mount fixtures securely
  • conceal utility elements

Questions to consider

  • What design details bother you most?
  • How much should utilities be hidden?

Another view

Some hanging fixtures are functional or decorative.

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