Vaso Viedā iekštelpu dārza sistēma by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou

Vaso Viedā iekštelpu dārza sistēma by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Dzelzs balva A' Design Award in Ilgtspējīgu produktu, projektu un zaļais dizains Competition Category.

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Vaso Viedā iekštelpu dārza sistēma

by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou

Client: Xiaoyu Zhang & Jiaxin Zou

Dzelzs balva A' Design Award Winner in Ilgtspējīgs produkts Category

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The Design

About Vaso Viedā iekštelpu dārza sistēma

Vaso viedā iekštelpu dārza sistēma apvieno eleganci ar funkcionalitāti. Izstrādāta ērtai augu izvietošanai, tā ir piemērota lielākajai daļai galda augu un nodrošina vienkāršu lietošanas pieredzi. Progresīvi sensori garantē, ka augi saņem optimālu mitrināšanu atkarībā no augsnes mitruma. Mobilā lietotne sniedz reāllaika brīdinājumus precīzai kopšanai. Izgatavots no pārstrādātas plastmasas, Vaso prioritizē ilgtspējību un minimālistisku estētiku. Katra detaļa minimizē ietekmi uz vidi, nodrošinot ekoloģisko apziņu un eleganci vienā risinājumā. Vaso ir ideāls risinājums augu mīļotājiem ar aizņemtu dzīvesveidu.

The Recognition

About the Dzelzs balva A' Design Award

Vaso Viedā iekštelpu dārza sistēma ir Dzelzs balvas A' Design Award ieguvējs, prestiža atzinība, ko piešķir labiem dizainiem, kas atbilst profesionālajām un rūpnieciskajām prasībām, kādas sagaidāmas no labi izstrādātiem darbiem. Dzelzs ieguvēji parāda to radītāju lielo prasmi, augsto specializāciju, ekspertu izpratni un radošo spēju. Sagaidāms, ka Vaso Viedā iekštelpu dārza sistēma būs augsti vērtēts, apbrīnots un cienīts darbs, praktisks un inovatīvs. Šis ar Dzelzs balvu apbalvotais dizains integrē nozares labāko praksi un tam ir kompetentas tehniskās īpašības, kas saistītas ar zinātību un talantu. Vaso Viedā iekštelpu dārza sistēma tiek cienīts par rūpību un ir izstrādāts, lai uzlabotu dzīves kvalitāti un palīdzētu padarīt pasauli labāku.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Vaso waters plants based on soil humidity, offers easy plant placement, and relieves mental pressure. Designed for seamless integration, it fits most table plants, provides a plug-and-play experience, and features an ergonomic water inlet funnel design for precision and safety.
Dimensions & Packaging: Length 255 mm x Width 170 mm x Height 252 mm
Tags: Green Tech, Smart Gardening, Sustainable Living, Eco Friendly, Home Garden
Production Technology: Crafted from recycled plastic, Vaso embodies sustainability and minimalistic aesthetics in its design and structure. Every element is thoughtfully engineered to minimize environmental impact, ensuring a seamless blend of eco-consciousness and elegance.
Design Challenge: The most challenging aspect was integrating sustainability without compromising functionality. We had to source eco-friendly materials, balancing cost-effectiveness and durability. Navigating regulatory standards for recycled plastics was complex, requiring close collaboration with suppliers. The historical perspective of single-use plastics and societal pressure for eco-conscious design drove us to persevere.

Additionally, aligning technology with the "best tech is no tech" philosophy posed obstacles. It was a creative challenge to simplify the user experience while harnessing advanced soil moisture sensors. We overcame these hurdles through extensive research, prototyping, and iterative design, ultimately achieving a seamless, sustainable, and user-centric solution.
Research: Conducting exploratory research, our goal was to understand user needs and preferences related to smart gardening systems. Using surveys and interviews, we gathered data from 200 participants, exploring their experiences and expectations. Our findings revealed a strong desire for effortless plant care and a deep connection to nature.

These insights guided Vaso's design, focusing on user-friendly features and sustainability. The research also highlighted the potential market demand for eco-conscious home products. As a result, Vaso not only enhances users' lives but also contributes to sustainable living and the evolving landscape of eco-friendly design solutions.
Inspiration: Inspired by a commitment to sustainability, Vaso was designed to harmoniously blend technology and nature, offering effortless plant care while minimizing waste, reducing environmental impact, and enhancing well-being through the calming presence of greenery in daily life.
Project Duration: The project started in December 2022 in Los Angeles and produced the prototype in March 2023. Vaso was exhibited in the Red Dot Design Museum in Essen, Germany in 2023.
Operation Flow: Equipped with advanced sensors, Vaso automatically waters plants based on soil humidity levels, ensuring that they receive just the right
amount of hydration needed to flourish. The mobile app will also alert the user in real-time when additional care is required, based on the unique growth environment of each plant.
Team Members: Xiaoyu Zhang
Jiaxin Zou