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		<title>Electrolux Presents Future &#8216;ReSource&#8217; Kitchen with Domus Academy, Milan</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Electrolux challenged Masters students at the Milanese  Design school Domus Academy in Italy to rethink kitchen appliances. The nine solutions presented here consider the home, existing technology, sustainability and culture under the theme of 'ReSource']]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="announcement_post">Electrolux challenged Masters students at the <a title="Vivant" href="http://www.domusacademy.com/eng/index.php/" target="blank">Domus Academy</a> in Milan, to rethink kitchen appliances. Nine concepts, based on existing technology that consider sustainability and culture under the theme of &#8216;ReSource&#8217;, are presented here to coincide with 2011 Milan Design Week and just before entry to the annual Electrolux Design Lab contest closes (23:59 CET May 1st, 2011).<br />
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<p>&#8220;To re-source is to re-generate, re-energize, re-mix and re-lax,” says Bruno Lizotte, Design Manager at Electrolux, “and the appropriate space for this multi-tasking is, more than ever before, the home and its vibrant centre – the kitchen.”<br />
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The ReSource concepts include sustainable thinking and cultural reference points &#8211; both of which are increasingly important issues for product design as our planet’s resources disappear and our changing habits and lifestyles are fed by multi-cultural influences in our quest for novelty.<br />
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<p>“This was a true collaboration, not just teaching,” says Lizotte who tutored the students, reviewing their work and giving them feedback. “The impressive response shows a dynamic way of looking at appliance design, offering novel solutions for the kitchen environment.”<br />
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<p><strong>1: KEWA (Kinetic Efficient Water Appliance) by Pietro Russomanno, Italy</strong><br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/KEWA_001.jpg"><img src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/KEWA_001-1024x576.jpg" alt="" title="KEWA" width="641" height="360" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-3023" /></a><br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/KEWA_002.jpg"><img src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/KEWA_002-1024x576.jpg" alt="" title="KEWA" width="641" height="360" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-3024" /></a><br />
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<p>KEWA is a an air pressure cleaner that saves water, time, and energy.  Water is directed through kinetic jets to create a ‘water-blade’ capable of cleaning a single plate or pan in one sole stroke. There is also a hand-held cleaner to remove anything that may have been left on the plate or cooking vessel in advance.<br />
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<p><strong>2: Aeolus by Chi Rong Hsu, Taiwan</strong><br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/AEOLUS_0011.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-3003" title="AEOLUS" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/AEOLUS_0011-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="360" /></a><br />
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<p>Extraction Meets Storage &#8211; AEOLUS is an extractor fan that efficiently removes odours from the entirety of a room. Chi Rong Hsu was specifically looking for a response to manage wok cooking within an enclosed space but this solution is applicable in many scenarios and maximises space by accommodating utensils and assorted tools that can be hung from the frame. Simple, smart and effective!<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/AEOLUS_002.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-3004" title="AEOLUS" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/AEOLUS_002-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="360" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>3: CLEAiR by Ariadna Tellez Rossell, Mexico</strong><br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/CLEAIR_001.jpg"><img src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/CLEAIR_001-1024x576.jpg" alt="" title="CLEAIR" width="641" height="360" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-3013" /></a><br />
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<p>CLEAiR is an air purifier that provides automatic status updates about the condition of air in your home providing a cleaner and healthier place to live. The three separate table mounted cleaners (shown above)  can also be used for general cleaning in a hand-held position.<br />
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<p><strong>4: Breathe by Beyza Dogan, Turkey</strong><br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/BREATHE_001.jpg"><img src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/BREATHE_001-1024x576.jpg" alt="" title="BREATHE" width="641" height="360" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-3008" /></a><br />
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<p>Breathe is a living kitchen appliance that literally ‘breathes in’ air pollutants through ionization. A clean kitchen environment is complemented by ambient light that follows the natural cycle of the day making the appliance visually appealing and providing a sense of harmony in the home.<br />
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<p> <strong>5: Jumble by Zahira Ivelisse Crespo, Puerto Rico</strong><br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/JUMBLE_001.jpg"><img src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/JUMBLE_001-1024x576.jpg" alt="" title="JUMBLE" width="641" height="360" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-3020" /></a><br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/JUMBLE_002.jpg"><img src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/JUMBLE_002-1024x576.jpg" alt="" title="JUMBLE" width="641" height="360" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-3021" /></a><br />
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<p>Induction cooking with a twist &#8211; Jumble is a flexible set of induction cooking plates that allows easy transfer of cooking vessels to different temperate zones. A remote control operates the three cooking zones and frees up valuable counter space.<br />
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<p><strong>6: Wine by Jung Kun Choi, South Korea</strong><br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/WINE_001.jpg"><img src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/WINE_001-1024x576.jpg" alt="" title="WINE_001" width="641" height="360" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-3009" /></a><br />
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<p>&#8216;Wine’ brings an aesthetic dimension to wine collection and storage. The wall mounted showcase displays the bottles whilst maintaining their optimal temperature. There is also a cabinet to chill and store suitable foods served as a part of the taste experience.<br />
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<p><strong>7: Celcius by Marcela Vanesa Céspedes, Argentina	</strong><br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/CELSIUS_001.jpg"><img src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/CELSIUS_001-1024x576.jpg" alt="" title="CELSIUS" width="641" height="360" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-3010" /></a><br />
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<p>Celcius – Recycling Kitchen Waste. Celcius is a kitchen waste disposal and recycling appliance. Enzymes break down organic waste creating energy that is sent to containers linked by conductive pipes that can be used to heat small appliances in the home.<br />
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<p><strong>8: Chefiamo by Jervis Chua, Hong Kong</strong><br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/CHEFIAMO_001.jpg"><img src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/CHEFIAMO_001-1024x576.jpg" alt="" title="CHEFIAMO" width="641" height="360" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-3025" /></a><br />
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<p>&#8216;Chefiamo’ is a virtual cook book that assists, guides, inspires and maintains cooking traditions through the projection of recipes. A hologram, programmed to appear like a friend or relative is projected on to a counter top to help you through the cooking process, making it easier to recreate mum’s special recipes. An interactive glove measures progress e.g. weight of ingredients and facilitates updates.<br />
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<p><strong>9: Fulcrum by Surbhi Singhal, India</strong><br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/FULCRUM_001.jpg"><img src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/FULCRUM_001-1024x576.jpg" alt="" title="FULCRUM" width="641" height="360" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-3011" /></a><br />
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<p>Fulcrum is a modular system of furniture and kitchen appliance. As it is fully adaptable to your space (it can be built up as necessary) it allows you to store, cook and eat no matter the size of your living space. </p>
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		<title>Electrolux Design Lab Concepts Brought to Life</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:04:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Every year the finalists of the Electrolux Dsign Lab contest see their creations taken from the drawing board to become physical representations of their imagination. Although not quite the finished article (in that they don't include the technological features that would make them fly out of the shops if they were on sale), they are 3D manifestations that each designer should rightly be proud of conceiving.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Every year the finalists of the Electrolux Design Lab contest see their creations taken from the drawing board to become physical representations of their imagination. Although not quite the finished article (in that they don&#8217;t include the technological features that would make them fly out of the shops if they were on sale), they are 3D manifestations that each designer should rightly be proud of conceiving.<br />
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_13021.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2284" title="Dismount Washer Constructed" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_13021-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="480" /></a></p>
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<p style="text-align: left;">Here are the first images of this year&#8217;s concepts in development, back stage at <a title="100% Design"target="blank" href="http://www.semcon.se/en-gb/menue/Semcon/">Semcon in Gothenburg</a>, (Sweden). More images showing each concept in a greater degree of completion will be posted next week.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1305.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2288" title="Dismount Washer Detail" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1305-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="480" /></a></p>
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<p>The concepts will be completed and ready to view from 16th September 2010, where a selection will be on display in London at the <a title="100% Design" href="http://www.johnlewis.com/"target="blank">John Lewis department store</a> on Oxford Street until 22nd September 2010.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1299.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2286" title="External Refrigerator" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1299-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="480" /></a></p>
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<p>The concepts will then move to Earls Court, London to appear at the <a title="100% Design" href="http://www.100percentdesign.co.uk/"target="blank">100% Design</a> fair. On 23rd September,  each concept will then be presented to the Electrolux Design Lab jury, who will choose the overall winner in this year&#8217;s contest.<br />
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_12931.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2297" title="Kitchen Hideaway" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_12931-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="480" /></a></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1294.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2289" title="Kitchen Hideaway Detail" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1294-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="480" /></a></p>
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<p>The concepts will remain on display at the <a title="100% Design" href="http://www.100percentdesign.co.uk/"target="blank">100% Design</a> fair in London until 26th September 2010.<br />
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1298.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2287" title="Eco Cleaner Decal" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1298-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="480" /></a></p>
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<p>After the final in London, the concepts then embark on a global tour and are displayed in many diifferent locations, from <a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/2010/07/electrolux-design-lab-in-barcelona-design-hub-exhibition/" target="blank">museums and galleries</a> to shopping centres and schools.<br />
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1307.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2293" title="Bio Robert Refrigerator" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1307-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="480" /></a></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1310.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2290" title="Bio Robot Refrigerator" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1310-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="480" /></a></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1313.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2291" title="Bio Robot Refrigerator Decal" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/IMG_1313-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="480" /></a></p>
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		<title>Electrolux Design Lab 2010 Finalist: Nicolas Hubert</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:13:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nicolas Hubert, a French industrial design student studying in China, used his everyday experience of living in Shanghai to respond to the challenge of this year's Electrolux Design Lab, specifically finding efficient ways of maximising space at home.  Here we take a closer look at the benefits of the 'External Refrigerator'.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Nicolas Hubert, a French industrial design student studying in China, used his everyday experience of living in Shanghai to respond to the challenge of this year&#8217;s Electrolux Design Lab, specifically finding efficient ways of maximising space at home.  Here we take a closer look at the benefits of the &#8216;External Refrigerator&#8217;.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/ExternalFridge_Studio_view1_logo.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2204" title="External Fridge" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/ExternalFridge_Studio_view1_logo-e1282665864665.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="452" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>Background:</strong><br />
Two years in China provided the inspiration for Nicolas Hubert’s external refrigerator. Fixed directly on the outside wall of  residential buildings, the concept is an elaboration on a way of life in northern China where food is kept on balconies in the winter to save space and energy. During cold seasons and at night, the low external  temperatures are used to provide the right climate for items in the  fridge. During warmer weather, the sun is used to transform light into  energy through solar panels. Nicolas reflects Electrolux design values:  the shape and finish are kept pure and simple so as to ensure easy integration with the external urban environment, whilst a range of  colours and ambient lighting facilitate this further still.<br />
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/nicolas_Hubert.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2207" title="Nicolas Hubert" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/nicolas_Hubert-1024x682.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="427" /></a></p>
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<p><strong>What was the inspiration for your concept?</strong></p>
<p>I draw my inspiration from my everyday life in China. I’ve been living in China for 2 years and I still discover some fascinating aspects of their culture and way of living. Observing their behaviours and habits, I tried to focus on how they deal with small spaces. In big cities like Shanghai, space is a luxury so people find ways to make those small apartments bigger using for example the outside as part of their own space.<br />
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<p><strong>How does your concept fit into the theme of compact living?</strong><br />
My concept gives clues on how to avoid the constraints of limited space in future apartments. My project involves a new concept: The use of an unexploited area, the outside. It provides for the inside a greater space to organize furniture and to enjoy home activities.<br />
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<p><strong>Why would someone want your concept (what are its main benefits)?</strong><br />
Mainly because my concept increases inside home space for the consumer activities. Secondly, this solution will help the consumer save energy and money by reducing the electric consumption thanks to the re-use of the outside low temperature during winter and the collect of sun energy during the summer.<br />
Beyond the space saving benefit, this concept permits to combine both refrigerator and air conditioning system at home.<br />
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<p><strong>Describe the consumer research behind your concept?</strong><br />
I went on the field and focused my project research locally on the food storage habits of Chinese consumers. I observed and analysed this behaviour in the north of China, where during the cold season they take advantage of the outside low temperature to keep the food fresh on their balcony. This permits to unplug their fridge in winter, save money and by extension energy.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/ExternalFridge_Studio_view3_logo.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2206" title="External Fridge" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/ExternalFridge_Studio_view3_logo-e1282665992553.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="452" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>What kind of materials would you use to build your concept?</strong><br />
The development of my concept keeps the same main materials used for the current refrigerators, like ABS high quality for the inside body. I chose Polycarbonate plastic for the external cover shape, which allows lightning effect. To control the refrigerator and receive information from the device, a capacitive-sensing touch screen area would be perfectly integrated on the door. On the top part of the refrigerator, a solar panel is added. Considering recent advance in this technology we can hope to reach an efficiency of 25% in coming years. To protect the refrigerator from sun heat, a combination of air layer and dense polystyrene material would efficiently insulate the device in summer season.<br />
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<p><strong>Who is your favourite designer?</strong><br />
If I have to pick one, currently it&#8217;s Jan Chipchase for his impressive work in the social design field. The way he works to understand and discover the needs and wants of consumers by going directly on the field in the true intimate behaviour of people, is very inspiring for me. Now he is working in Shanghai, I hope I will get one day the opportunity to meet him.<br />
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<p><strong>What are your career goals?</strong><br />
I would like to acquire experience on various challenging projects and start my career in China. Here the design is a growing activity and as a future professional designer it is a great opportunity to hunt and understand distinctive products possibilities for new consumers.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/ExternalFridge_Studio_view2_logo.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2205" title="External Fridge" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/ExternalFridge_Studio_view2_logo-e1282665955411.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="452" /></a></p>
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		<title>Electrolux Design Lab 2010 Finalist: Lichen Guo</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lichen Guo, a Chinese industrial design student submitted the 'Dismount Washer' for consideration in this year's Electrolux Design Lab. Having been picked as one of the final eight entries, we take a further look at the concept and get Lichen's thoughts on design.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Lichen Guo, a Chinese industrial design student submitted the &#8216;Dismount Washer&#8217; for consideration in this year&#8217;s Electrolux Design Lab. Having been picked as one of the final eight entries, we take a further look at the concept and get Lichen&#8217;s thoughts on design.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Copy-of-DismountWasher_Studio_view3_logo.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2197" title="Dismount Washer" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Copy-of-DismountWasher_Studio_view3_logo-e1282664657854.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="452" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>Background:</strong><br />
Lichen Guo identifies the conventional washing machine as an unnecessary occupier of space. The Dismount Washer addresses this by combining the cleaning vessel and laundry basket in one. The dirty laundry capsule is placed on a wall mountable motor (or ‘energy stick’) which takes up very little space. The energy stick also dispenses steam to aid the cleansing process.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Lichen-Guo.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2196" title="Lichen Guo" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Lichen-Guo-682x1024.jpg" alt="" width="682" height="1024" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>What was the inspiration for your concept?<br />
</strong>My inspiration is from the school public laundry ! And the form of my concept was inspired  IRON MAN. In my school some students are not willing to wash their clothing in the public laundry. Because it maybe not healthy and clean!  The washers waste a lot of space when not working as well!<br />
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<p><strong>How does your concept fit into the theme of compact living?</strong><br />
It redefines the conventional washing machine. Consumer can take off the washing vessel from the wall mounted “Energy Stick” when washing is done. After that they can use the vessel as a laundry basket or a clothing storage. It use the space very efficiency.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/DismountWasher_Studio_view1_logo.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2198" title="Dismount Washer" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/DismountWasher_Studio_view1_logo-e1282664888872.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="452" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>Why would someone want to own your concept (what are its mainbenefits)?</strong><br />
It is cheap, clean and offers space efficiency! My washer is designed with two parts &#8211; the “Washing Box” vessel of the washer, it&#8217;s  dismountable and individual,  and “Energy Stick” &#8211; the public power for all the “Washing Boxes” it contains the electronic parts required by washer as well. It is mounted on the wall in the public laundry and takes up very little space. Because every “Washing Box” is fit for each “Energy Stick” ,so consumer can just buy a cheap ”Washing Box” and  use &#8220;Energy Stick&#8221; as the power. And it will be very clean, because we will share the energy!<br />
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<p><strong>Describe the consumer research behind your concept?</strong><br />
A shrinking living space in the future will force people to live together (like a school dormitory). So people have to share some big appliances (like a washing machine) to ensure more living space. But shariong a conventional washer may cause serious health issues, and some people would not appreciate mixing their clothes with others nor wish to use a public washing machine.<br />
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<p><strong>What kind of materials would you use to build your concept?</strong><br />
I am not real sure about this but something recyclable and environmental.<br />
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<p><strong>Who is your favourite designer?</strong><br />
Jonathan Lve.<br />
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<p><strong>What are your career goals?</strong><br />
My goals is to own my design company in the future!<br />
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		<title>Electrolux Design Lab 2010 Finalist: Yuriy Dmitriev</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Yuriy Dmitriev, a Russian industrial design student, provides an alternative view of cooling and regulating food temperature. Yuriy's submission to the 2010 Electrolux Design Lab final, a gel based robotic fridge is reviewed in further detail.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Yuriy Dmitriev, a Russian industrial design student, provides an alternative view of cooling and regulating food temperature. Yuriy&#8217;s submission to the 2010 Electrolux Design Lab final, a gel based robotic fridge is reviewed in further detail.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Biorobot_Studio_view2_logo-e1282662612240.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2186" title="Bio Robot Refrigerator" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Biorobot_Studio_view2_logo-e1282662612240.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="452" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>Background</strong><br />
Four times smaller than a conventional refrigerator, the Bio Robot cools  biopolymer gel through luminescence. Rather than shelves, the non  sticky, odourless gel morphs around products to create a separate pod  that suspends items for easy access. Without doors, drawers and a motor  90% of the appliance is solely given over to its intended purpose. At  the same time, all food, drink and cooled products are readily  available, odours are contained, and items are kept individually at  their optimal temperature by bio robots. The fridge is adaptable – it  can be hung vertically, horizontally, and even on the ceiling. Different  sizes and dimensions allow it to perfectly fit the accordant dwelling.<br />
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Yuriy-Dmitriev.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2188" title="Yuriy Dmitriev" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Yuriy-Dmitriev-836x1023.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="784" /></a></p>
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<p><strong>What was the inspiration for your concept?</strong><br />
I was inspired by the home-trees from a book by science fiction writer Jack Vance &#8220;The Houses of Izm&#8221; 1954.<br />
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<p><strong>How does your concept fit into the theme of compact living?</strong><br />
My refrigerator does not occupy too much space, since it can change its volume.<br />
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<p><strong>Why would someone want to own your concept (what are its main benefits)?</strong></p>
<p>The process of work does not require expenditure of energy for cooling products;</p>
<p>Design features, it is 4 times smaller than the conventional refrigerator, the refrigerator can change shape depending on the intensity of its use, it becomes more or less depending on the number of products;</p>
<p>Without shelves and doors you can place it both vertically and horizontally;</p>
<p>Biopolymer gel by touch as polyethylene is not sticky and has no smell;</p>
<p>The high density storage, the volume is used as efficiently as possible;</p>
<p>Products in a plain view and easily accessible;</p>
<p>Completely silent operation, no moving parts.<br />
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<p><strong>Describe the consumer research behind your concept?</strong><br />
I pushed off from my experience that I did not like and I see a convenient technique.<br />
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<p><strong>What kind of materials would you use to build your concept?</strong><br />
The main material of my concept is a biopolymer gel, rather like polyethylene. It is not sticky and has no smell<br />
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<p><strong>Who is your favourite designer?</strong><br />
I do not have favourite designers, but many have their own style and something what I can learn from them.<br />
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<p><strong>What are your career goals?</strong><br />
To make the results of my work made life convenient, environmentally friendly and secure.<br />
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		<title>Electrolux Design Lab 2010 Finalist: Ahi Andy Mohsen</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Design student Ahi Andy Mohsen is the first ever Iranian to make it through to the Electrolux Design Lab final. Here we provide more detail on his 'Eco Cleaner' and find out where he drew inspiration for the concept.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Design student Ahi Andy Mohsen  is the first ever Iranian to make it through to the Electrolux Design Lab final. Here we provide more detail on his &#8216;Eco Cleaner&#8217; and find out where he drew inspiration for the concept.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/PortableDishwasher_Studio_view1_logo.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2173" title="Eco Cleaner" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/PortableDishwasher_Studio_view1_logo-e1282660738665.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="452" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>Background:</strong><br />
The Eco Cleaner is a portable dishwasher and composter that uses  ultrasonic waves to ionise food and turn it in to reusable waste. Ahi  Andy Mohsen’s concept is designed for use within the increasing numbers  of single households and specifically meeting dual predictions: that  future food will be supplied in capsule form (thus reducing the required  size of vessels to prepare and eat from); and that there will be  reduced time for household chores. The Eco Cleaner is simultaneously green and space efficient.<br />
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Mohsen_Ahi_Andy.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2174" title="Ahi Andy Mohsen" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Mohsen_Ahi_Andy-758x1024.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="865" /></a></p>
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<p><strong>What was the inspiration for your concept?</strong><br />
The design process began on a series of primary data based on a set of trends in 2050. I can say for sure that there was no specific category in my mind before analyzing the data. First, the analysis were concluded and classified according to the consumers` behaviors, urbanization criteria and consideration of natural recourses, then the ideation process of the concept began.<br />
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<p>The capsule-like form in this concept is the closest to one of the main meanings of the concept which is to have clean and isolated dishes when they are not being used (an example of pharmaceutical capsules).<br />
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<p>The physical structure of the product which is made of colorless translucent membrane leads to diversity in color in the product (an inspiration of color producing in butterflies).<br />
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<p><strong>How does your concept fit into the theme of compact living?</strong><br />
One of the main concepts related to the theme of compact living is the concept of dematerialization (as a mega trend) which can be explained in two areas: tangible and intangible. Considering this introduction I cover this concept in these two areas:<br />
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<p>1) Tangible</p>
<p>a) The dish-based form of the product has minimized its total volume.</p>
<p>b) Since there is no need to have an access to stable electric sources, the product can be placed everywhere in the kitchen.</p>
<p>c) Since fewer dishes are needed in food serving in mealtimes based on the trend, the total size is reduced.</p>
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<p>2) Intangible</p>
<p>a) A dishwasher which can also be used as a dish container on trips for it is easy to carry (having two functions simultaneously).</p>
<p>b) The ability to transform the leftovers in the product to useful materials.</p>
<p>- The final materials which are made of leftovers could be encouraging for the user to use them as fertilizer for homes&#8217; plants.</p>
<p>- Eliminating the need for products or systems of the same function (providing fertilizer for homes&#8217; plants) which in turn were less economical and more time-consuming.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/PortableDishwasher_Studio_view2_logo.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2175" title="Eco Cleaner" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/PortableDishwasher_Studio_view2_logo-e1282660896624.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="452" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>Why would someone want your concept (what are its main benefits)?</strong><br />
The results of analysis emphasize on the omission of the process of cleaning dirty dishes for the user. The very concept can be considered special for it can remove the bad experiences of washing process like time-consumption, skin exposure to water and detergent, etc. In this concept the user&#8217;s duty is limited only to putting dirty dishes in and picking the clean ones up for reusing. So, the product handles the whole process of removing dirt and even it&#8217;s recycling.<br />
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<p><strong>Describe the consumer research behind your concept?</strong><br />
The studies done related to the user and the concept are in four groups:</p>
<p>1) Studying the users&#8217; behaviors and their changes in the future: growing the culture of individualism; families will be accustomed to individual mealtimes.</p>
<p>2) Studying the users&#8217; life style in the future.</p>
<p>a) The user will have less time for doing chores in the future.</p>
<p>b) Intelligent technology for facilitating users&#8217; life.</p>
<p>3) Studying the users&#8217; desires and tendencies.</p>
<p>- The tendency to use home appliance which handles these activities.</p>
<p>4) Studying the factors which have direct relationships with product and user.</p>
<p>- Change in edible products and foods<br />
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<p><strong>What kind of materials would you use to build your concept?</strong><br />
Carbon fiber reinforced polymer(CFRP), Because of lower in weight ,corrosion resistant and stiffness.<br />
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<p><strong>Who is your favorite designer?</strong><br />
Mr.  Ron Arad<br />
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<p><strong>What are your career goals?</strong><br />
Since I practice sculpture as well as designing and I have always put particular emphasis on personal expression, I have tried to define my goals to be as an independent designer who actualizes what is in his mind, either in the form of an idea or a theory.<br />
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		<title>Electrolux Design Lab 2010 Finalist: Michael Edenius</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Michael Edenius, a Swedish design student, made it through to the 2010 finals of the Electrolux Design Lab competition with his 'Clean Closet' concept. Here we take a look at the background of his design and get Micahel's thoughts on his work]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Michael Edenius, a Swedish design student, made it through to the 2010 finals of the Electrolux Design Lab competition with his &#8216;Clean Closet&#8217; concept. Here we take a look at the background and get Michael&#8217;s thoughts on his work.<br />
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<p><strong>All in One Laundry Concept</strong><br />
The Clean Closet is essentially a closet that washes clothing. Textiles  are scanned for impurities and cleaned accordingly with molecular  technology that removes dirt and odours. The concept replaces the  laundry basket, the washing machine, and drying cabinet to save space  and, as no water is used in the process, is kinder to the environment.<br />
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/PhotoMichaelEdenius.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2165" title="Michael Edenius" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/PhotoMichaelEdenius-1015x1024.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="646" /></a></p>
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<p><strong>What was the inspiration for your concept?</strong><br />
I have been inspired by learning more of how our planet looks today and how forecasts for the future looks from a sustainable perspective. A lack of clean water is one example, according to UNICEF there are over one million children dying each year of waterborne diseases, while we using clean water to do the dishes and washing our clothes. Another thing that has been interesting is to imagine living 40 years from now. What kind of home products do we really need? Can you combine two or several needs into one product? It has been really fun to play out different scenarios about life in 2050. The design of the closet was inspired by a poster holder because it’s offering the user an easy way to browse through the contents.<br />
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<p><strong>How does your concept fit into the theme of compact living?</strong><br />
Since the concept replaces the laundry basket, the washing machine, the drying cabinet and closet as well, I have to say it fits very well. Another space saving aspect of this concept is the decreasing amount of your clothes. Of course you will be able keep the variation of your closet but you won’t need ten identical pairs of socks or towels.<br />
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<p><strong>Why would someone want your concept (what are its main benefits)?</strong><br />
Because of the simplicity, imagine always having clean clothes and never having to wash them. The closet saves a lot of space in your home because of all the products it replaces. The closet does the environment a huge favor since it does not use any water. It is very understandable and easy to use for everybody. The concept fits quite well in a design for all perspective.<br />
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<p><strong>Describe the consumer research behind your concept?</strong><br />
I have been looking on how people do their laundry from fifty years ago up until the present date. It has given me a picture of how trends around washing clothes evolve and what the consumer strive for. Different people have been interviewed about their laundry habits and what they think is valued in the context. I have looked at different speakers at Ted talks about consumption. Different requiremements from a variety of potential users were considered to help me offer as much as possible in the concept. I have investigated different manufacturers in this area and talked with professional designers about trends around these type of products.<br />
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<p><strong>What kind of materials would you use to build your concept?</strong><br />
I imagine the aggregate in a glossy hard plastic material. It has a clean, fresh feeling to it which fits in well with the concepts main function: cleaning clothes. The hangers should be in shiny aluminum, which create nice reflections through the transparent covers. It will also give the user a convincing trust, since you can relate that material on that shape within the laundry context. I imagine the covers on the closet to be in a future type of material, a transparent plastic material with the feeling of glass (most visionary). The material should be solid all the way around in the back but you can still be able to open and close the covers. In 2050 all of these materials is 100% recyclable and produced under good conditions.<br />
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<p><strong>Who is your favorite designer?</strong><br />
I have to say Naoto Fukasawa because his interesting way of thinking around peoples behaviors and the way he works as a designer. Actually I read his book during this project. I like the way he works with the function of a product in relevance to the form of the product. There are never any unnecessary shapes or materials on his work. He is paying attention to all those little things people does without thinking about it themselves.<br />
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<p><strong>What are your career goals?</strong><br />
My first goal is to finish my education at Umeå institute of design. After that, my goal is to work as a product designer on both in house and consulting basis to get a good perspective of how the business works. I and a couple of friends have talked about starting our own company; it would be cool to see that happen at some point.<br />
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		<title>Electrolux Design Lab 2010 Finalist: Matthew Gilbride</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Electrolux Design Lab Finalist, Matthew Gilbride, lives and studies in the USA. His 'Kitchen Elements' modular kitchen concept is one of the eight in the final running to win the 2010 Electrolux Design Lab final. We take a look at the specific benefits of Matthew's submission and ask him a few questions about his concept.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Matthew Gilbride</strong>, lives and studies in the USA. His &#8216;Kitchen Elements&#8217; modular kitchen concept is one of eight designs in the final running to win this year&#8217;s Electrolux Design Lab. We take a look at the specific benefits of Matthew&#8217;s submission and ask him a few questions about his concept.<br />
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<p><strong>Background</strong><br />
Mathew Gilbride’s modular, wall-mounted appliance provides flexible modes of cooking, refrigeration, air conditioning, lighting, and environmental design whilst reducing space. The appliance draws power wirelessly through technology applied to the wall, which is supplemented through solar energy as required. Multiple units and surfaces automatically work together through wireless smart networking, whilst customisation is offered by being able to install the units as the user prefers.<br />
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<p><strong>What was the inspiration for your concept? </strong><br />
I was inspired by how insects such as bees, wasps, etc. use tessellated structures to efficiently organize their living spaces. These structures are amazingly beautiful while being remarkably economic in their use of space and materials.<br />
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<p><strong>How does your concept fit into the theme of compact living? </strong><br />
This concept tackles some of the challenges of compact living by providing a flexible, modular solution that can be adapted as work, space, or living conditions demand. It also strives to make each element of the system serve multiple roles at the same time and thus eliminate the need for multiple, specialized appliances.<br />
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<p><strong>Why would someone want your concept and what are its main benefits? </strong><br />
This concept would be attractive to consumers because it delivers a lot of functionality in a compact, scalable package. The consumer is able to use the appliance to meet a lot of their daily living needs and can scale the system up or down over time as space or finances allow. This concept also allows for creative, flexible reconfiguration of the units and work space. This helps the product stay in balance with changing conditions in a consumer&#8217;s life and helps the product deliver needed value over time.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Elements_Studio_view3_logo1.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2034" title="Elements" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Elements_Studio_view3_logo1-e1279110830648.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="453" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>Describe the consumer research behind your concept? </strong><br />
Much of my research focused on the current state-of-the-art in small, galley kitchen product concepts and the developing needs of consumer over the next 50 years. As much of the world population becomes highly mobile, urban dwellers who move to where community, environmental, and work conditions best meet their needs, people need product solutions that help them lived in that crowded, frenetic environment. My research helped me develop product performance criteria that included functional convergence, space efficiency, modularity, flexibility of use, scalability, ease of use, esthetic appeal, and creative engagement.<br />
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<p><strong>What kind of materials would you use to build your concept? </strong><br />
As a model I would use a ABS or similar plastic that could be easily thermo-formed and fabricated to produce a convincing look-feel model. The concept could also be moeled with a polyurethane foam and again finished with a smooth, high gloss finish to mimic a plastic or painted metal surface.<br />
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<p>As an actual, functional concept the product is produced from a nano-fabricated surface material that allows for granular integration of induction heating, solid state cooling, solar collection, light emission, and high resolution display functionality into a single material. When the product is not powered on its surface would have the look and feel of a high gloss plastic. This material would essentially be &#8220;printed&#8221; in place over the product core which could be made of extruded aluminum or a thermally resistant molded plastic. This nano-deposition process would also be used to fabricate the interface control and computing systems embedded in the product and would be &#8220;printed&#8221; as a subsurface of the exterior, multi-function surface. The product core would house other electronic components that handle wireless power reception and storage, ventilation mechanics, etc.<br />
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<p><strong>Who is your favorite designer? </strong><br />
Wow, tough question. There are many accomplished designers that I deeply admire. I have always really loved the work of Jasper Morrison. So I f I have to pick one designer today it would be him.<br />
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<p><strong>What are your career goals? </strong><br />
I find both the esthetic and functional problem solving aspects of Industrial Design deeply engaging. I focus a lot of my work on furniture, appliances, tools, and a range of fast moving consumer goods. I develop a lot of my design projects as both product and system/ service design challenges.  I love the variety of projects and problems that a professional designer gets to work on and am looking to pursue my core interests as a product designer in either a corporate or consultancy environment.</p>
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		<title>Electrolux Design Lab 2010 Finalist: Peter Alwin</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Peter Alwin, an Industrial Design student from India is responsible for designing 'The Snail' -  a compact micro induction heating concept.  We take a closer look at the submission and ask Peter a few questions about his approach to this year's Electrolux Design Lab contest.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Peter Alwin, an Industrial Design student from India is responsible for designing &#8216;The Snail&#8217; - a compact micro induction heating concept. We take a closer look at the submission and ask Peter a few questions about his approach to this year&#8217;s Electrolux Design Lab contest.<br />
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<p><strong>Background:</strong><br />
The Snail is a portable heating and cooking device based on magnetic induction processes. Such is the size and versatility of the Snail; it can be stuck directly on to a pot, a pan, a mug etc. to heat the contents. The flexi silicon base takes the profile of the utensil and also withstand high temperature during the heating the process. This reduces the amount of space required for conventional cooking whilst adding portability to the process. Powered by ‘replaceable high density sugar crystal battery’, the Snail converts the energy from the sugar, heating up a coil to conduct the magnetic induction process to the utensil. Inbuilt sensors detect the food type being heated so as to automatically adjust the time and temperature. A simple touch sensitive display with basic interface helps to monitor the process.<br />
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Peter_Alwin.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-2143" title="Peter Alwin" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Peter_Alwin-730x1024.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="800" /></a></p>
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<p><strong>What was the inspiration for your concept?</strong><br />
The inspiration for my concept is from nature itself. To give back to nature what it has given us, the structural inspiration is taken from a snail with a hard shell and its static form. The future is going to be much faster and rapid and hence to create an opposition to dynamism and motion, I wanted to create a sense of calmness was my motive. Other organic natural forms and structures also were among my inspirations. Hence my aim was to come up with a form which might look static but is more portable and faster in its function.<br />
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<p><strong>How does your concept fit into the theme of compact living?</strong><br />
In 2050 the world would have the majority of its population in the urban cities that have come in search of more opportunities and to get more accessibility. With such rise in human count will result in high amount of space constraint. The living area becoming lesser and the families getting smaller by the time. The trends in technology and lifestyle would be at its peak! The consumer would look for simplicity, compactness, portability and functionality in his fast moving life. Appliances which are more eco friendly would be more in demand; organic cooking and earth friendly products would be preferred. Technology reaches a state where getting power from variable natural sources would be common. People would want to have things which can be with them and so that they don’t have to go towards them, hence portability would something which everyone would be looking for. And hence my concept of the snail fits in perfectly as you can take it with you where and whenever! Now do you really need to have a kitchen at your home?<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/InductionHeatSlug_Studio_view3_logo.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2144" title="'The Snail' by Peter Alwin" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/InductionHeatSlug_Studio_view3_logo-e1282655563951.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="452" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>Why would someone want your concept (what are its main benefits)?</strong><br />
Time is getting more and more precious by the time! With time is space which is getting more valuable and<br />
hence things are getting smaller too! Now with , ‘the snail’ u can cook anywhere in any part of your house,<br />
even sitting in train while travelling, or sitting on top of a cliff !. It’s a boon for people living in tiny apartments<br />
and for people who travel a lot. Its light portable and completely safe to use as it only heats a conducting<br />
surface! Simply carry its around in your pocket.<br />
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<p><strong>Describe the consumer research behind your concept?</strong><br />
I come from India, and its a developing country with a population of 1 billion people. I have seen families living<br />
in cities in one room apartment! it’s difficult as in the future urban space will get more and more cluttered as<br />
people are starting to move in such cities in search for opportunities. And hence space automatically becomes<br />
a luxury for the people. Hence being a part of the scenario itself gives me lot of consumer information as to<br />
what they are looking for. And that word be : ‘compactness’, ‘portability’, and ‘user friendly’.<br />
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<p><strong>What kind of materials would you use to build your concept?</strong><br />
I have used multiple materials based on its functions. The flexible silicon base of ‘the snail’ would be able to<br />
take the profile of the utensils so that it sticks to it with the help of magnets and also to withstand high<br />
temperatures. Flexible Brass alloy strips which helps in the conduction process. The main shell body would be<br />
made of high grade plastic which would be light but also strong.<br />
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<p><strong>Who is your favorite designer?</strong><br />
Luigi Colani for his creations in organic forms.<br />
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<p><strong>What are your career goals?</strong><br />
As an industrial design student i would always want to keep my options open to all kinds of products in the<br />
future. May it be in the field of products, transportation design, or interior design. To make the surrounding a<br />
better place to live in.<br />
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		<title>Electrolux Design Lab 2010 Finalist: Daniel Dobrogorsky</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Daniel Dobrogorsk, a Czech student studying in Australia, is the creator of the Kitchen Hideaway. Here we provide a synopsis of his submission to the 2010 Electrolux Design Lab final and ask him a few questions about his concept. The Kitchen Hideaway is a virtual reality concept that allows the inhabitants of a communal building to imagine being in a kitchen, preparing a particular meal rather than having to actually do this for themselves. The thoughts of the user are then transmitted to robotic chefs within the building who then prepare the visualised meal in a real kitchen and with real ingredients.  In effect, the headset replaces the need for kitchen appliances in individual dwellings, saving space through creative thinking.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Daniel Dobrogorsky</strong>, a design student studying in Australia, is the creator of the Kitchen Hideaway. Here we provide a synopsis of his submission to the 2010 Electrolux Design Lab final and ask him a few questions about his concept.<br />
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<a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/VirtualKitchen_Studio_view1_logo.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2001" title="Kitchen Hideaway" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/VirtualKitchen_Studio_view1_logo-e1279029501472.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="452" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>Background:</strong><br />
The Kitchen Hideaway is a virtual reality concept that allows the inhabitants of a communal building to imagine being in a kitchen, preparing a particular meal rather than having to actually do this for themselves. The thoughts of the user are then transmitted to robotic chefs within the building who then prepare the visualised meal in a real kitchen and with real ingredients.  In effect, the headset replaces the need for kitchen appliances in individual dwellings, saving space through creative thinking.<br />
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<p><strong>What was the inspiration for your concept? </strong><br />
- Theories and opinions of futurists, particularly the Law of Accelerating Returns which states that the growth of technology and science in the next forty years may speed up to a rate far greater than what we might expect.<br />
- Advancements in understanding the brain; how messages are sent and interpreted and how we might interface with a computer via our thoughts.<br />
- All the sci-fi films out there based on virtual and alternate realities.<br />
- The amount of research and development that companies currently have concentrated on virtual reality.<br />
- The fact that our own realities have become so augmented, for instance we can interact with others face to face, on a cell phone or in cyberspace, these are all alternative realities that we can escape to.<br />
- The possiblity that in the future immersive virtual spaces may become the &#8216;new Internet.&#8217;<br />
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<p><strong>How does your concept fit into the theme of compact living?</strong><br />
It creates a virtual food preparation area that occupies no physical space so already the clutter, energy costs and maintenance of your own physical kitchen don’t exist anymore. My concept is basically a communal kitchen which is used by individuals, but privately within their own virtual space. The communal kitchen would process user’s virtually created meals and deliver it to them.<br />
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<p><strong>Why would someone want your concept, what are its main benefits?</strong><br />
The Kitchen Hideaway creates a surreal computer generated space where users can escape to and cook food. Everything inside this space is indistinguishable from reality. It allows the user to fully customize their own virtual kitchen and share it with others. It also gives those with physical disabilities a chance to cook in their Hideaway without restriction.<br />
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<p><strong>Describe the consumer research behind your concept?</strong><br />
My research looked at how western cultures use their kitchen. For instance I found that women spend more time in the kitchen than men and that full time workers spent less time than non-working individuals. My research also identified that we spend quite a lot of energy and time shopping for groceries and that many of us spend large monetary amounts on renovation and new product purchases. These findings helped direct my design ideas and identify the problems I needed to address.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/VirtualKitchen_Studio_view3_logo.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2002" title="Kitchen Hideaway" src="http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/VirtualKitchen_Studio_view3_logo-e1279029571526.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="452" /></a><br />
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<p><strong>What kind of materials would you use to build your concept?</strong><br />
Recycled and bio derived plastics, fairly standard, common materials which many of today’s sustainable products use.<br />
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<p><strong>Who is your favourite designer?</strong><br />
I don’t really have one in particular but I enjoy seeing a lot of student work, taking inspiration from their designs and their design processes.<br />
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<p><strong>What are your career goals?</strong><br />
To keep having fun with design, keep improving, keep making stuff look cool and to always keep the user in mind. We’ll see where that takes me.</p>
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