Vaso Sistèma Inteligent de Jardin Interior by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou

Vaso Sistèma Inteligent de Jardin Interior by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award de Fèrre in Producte Durable Competition Category.

FèrreProducte Durable· 2024

Vaso Sistèma Inteligent de Jardin Interior

by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou

Client: Xiaoyu Zhang & Jiaxin Zou

A' Design Award de Fèrre Winner in Producte Durable Category

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The Design

About Vaso Sistèma Inteligent de Jardin Interior

Lo Sistèma de Jardin Interior Inteligent Vaso combina elegància e foncionalitat. Concebut per un plaçament aisit de plantas, s'adapta a la màger part de las plantas de taula e ofrís una experiéncia d'utilizacion immediata. De captors avançats assegura que las plantas receban una idratacion optimala segon l'umiditat del sòl. L'aplicacion mobila provesís d'alèrtas en temps real per una cura precisa. Fabricat a partir de plastic reciclat, Vaso dona la prioritat a la sostenibilitat e a l'estetica minimalista. Cada detalh minimiza l'impacte ambiental, fornissent consciéncia ecologica e elegància dins un sol ensemble. Vaso ofrís una solucion ideala pels passionats de plantas que menon una vida ocupada.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Fèrre

Vaso Sistèma Inteligent de Jardin Interior a ganhat la distincion A' Design Award de Fèrre, una reconeissença prestigiosa acordada a de bons designs que respondon a las exigéncias professionalas e industrialas esperadas de creacions plan concebudas. Los ganhaires del Fèrre demòstran una granda abilitat, una nauta especializacion, una comprenedura d'expèrt e la capacitat creativa de lors creators. S'espèra que Vaso Sistèma Inteligent de Jardin Interior siá una creacion fòrça considerada, admirada e estimada, practica e innovanta. Aqueste design ganhaire de la distincion A' Design Award de Fèrre integra las melhoras practicas del sector e a de caracteristicas tecnicas competentas ligadas a un saber-far e a un talent. Per son rigor, Vaso Sistèma Inteligent de Jardin Interior merita lo respècte e es destinat a aportar de melhoraments a la qualitat de la vida que ajudan a far del mond un luòc melhor.

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