
Designed to Last
Di Humidifier
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Project Type /
Product Design
Individual
Year /
2015
An ultrasonic humidifier that has a long life span and blends into its environment perfectly, bringing nature to your home.
Interviews/Observations
Interviewed and observed humidifier users, finding problems from existing products

REFAELI
MARIKO
EUNICE
“ All the humidifiers are made of plastics. I had three humidifiers, but none of them fit my living room style.”
“ I don’t use any other functions other than on/off button.”
“ The refill process is annoying because when I try to refill the Vicks humidifier I don’t have the place to put the blue wet part.”
Insights/Opportunities
Summarized insights from research and brainstormed opportunities
The Humidifier is not only a tool, it is also an important part of interior decoration.
Allow users to use the humidifier as a decoration item, and have it around them even when it’s off.
The buying motivation of humidifier users is very simple - create humidity in the air.
Allow users to use a single movement to operate the humidifier.
Users can find that the refill experience is frustrating after using it.
Allow users to refill the water as a natural habit.
It's difficult for users to maintain the humidifiers after a few years.
Allow users to keep the humidifier for years with a fairly new appearance.

Ideation
Ideating and sketching different forms of humidifiers depends on studies and interviews

three concept directions
Final Concept
The constant dripping waterdrop wears away the stone so that the product creates an emotional attachment to the user. Also, it would remind users how long they have been using this product.
Form Development
Developing a variety of forms to achieve a balance of aesthetics and function


The final form fits the function the best and meets all the criteria
Final Form
Test it out
Going through a variation of mock-up tests and comparing them to current products throughout the development process

Working Mockups
Researched on all the parts in the humidifier and simplified the structure


Material
Tried different natural materials and found out wood would be the best option
Structure
Redesigned the structure in SolidWorks and 3D printed test parts

Electronic Components
Rearranged electronic components and fit into the new product

final model making
​How It Works
How It Works

Mechanism and using scenario





