Vaso Pūnaha Māra Atamai ō-Roto by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou

Vaso Pūnaha Māra Atamai ō-Roto by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award Rino in Hoahoa Hua Toitū, Kaupapa me te Hoahoa Kākāriki Competition Category.

RinoHua Toitū· 2024

Vaso Pūnaha Māra Atamai ō-Roto

by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou

Client: Xiaoyu Zhang & Jiaxin Zou

A' Design Award Rino Winner in Hua Toitū Category

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The Design

About Vaso Pūnaha Māra Atamai ō-Roto

Ka whakakotahi te Pūnaha Māra Atamai ō-Roto a Vaso i te ātaahua me te āheinga. Kua hoahoatia mō te whakatū māmā i ngā tipu, ka tau ki te nuinga o ngā tipu tēpu, ā, he māmā te whakamahi. Ka whakaū ngā pūoko aroā matatau ka whiwhi ngā tipu i te wai tino pai i runga i te māku o te oneone. Ka whakarato te taupānga pūkoro i ngā matohi wā-tata mō te tiaki tika. I hangaia mai i te kirihou whakahoutanga, ka whakarite tōmua a Vaso i te toitūtanga me ngā āhuatanga ātaahua māmā. Ka whakaiti ia taipitopito i te pānga ki te taiao, e tuku ana i te mōhiotanga taiao me te ātaahua i roto i tētahi kōpaki kotahi. Ka tuku a Vaso i tētahi otinga tino pai mō ngā kaihiahia tipu me te oranga pāhau.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Rino

Ko Vaso Pūnaha Māra Atamai ō-Roto te toa o te A' Design Award Rino, he whakaaetanga whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa pai e whakatutuki ana i ngā hiahia ngaio me te ahumahi e tūmanakohia ana mai i ngā mahi kua hoahoatia pai. Ko ngā toa Rino e whakaatu ana i te pukenga nui, te tohungatanga teitei, te māramatanga mātanga me te kaha auaha o ō rātou kaihanga. E tūmanakohia ana ko Vaso Pūnaha Māra Atamai ō-Roto he mahi whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he whaihua, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Rino e whakakotahi ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa o te ahumahi, ā, he āhuatanga hangarau pūkenga tōna e hono ana ki te mōhio me te pūmanawa. E whakahonoretia ana a Vaso Pūnaha Māra Atamai ō-Roto mō tōna tōtika, ā, i hoahoatia hei whakapai ake i te kounga o te oranga me te āwhina i te ao kia pai ake.

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