Transparent public restroom not for those with performance anxiety

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As if you didn't have enough to do in the water closet, visitors to this restroom in Lausanne, Switzerland, have one added step: they must actually press the "voir" button to get a little privacy in this otherwise transparent structure. The walls are constructed with liquid crystal glass that becomes see through under electric tension -- which can be triggered via motion sensor, in case all motion ceases for a period of time (napping is not allowed) or if there is too much activity (partying is definitely not allowed). What do you think: Is this a stylish and innovative alternative to the ugly plastic porta-john? Or a disaster waiting to happen? Video after the break.

http://www.engadget.com/2009/05/26/t...ormance-anxie/

It would be interesting to see one of these in use... Especially if it fails to work on the outside, that would prove to be somewhat embarrassing for the person inside. :cool: