Vaso Pametni notranji vrtni sistem by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou

Vaso Pametni notranji vrtni sistem by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Železna nagrada A' Design Award in Trajnostni izdelki, projekti in zeleno oblikovanje Competition Category.

ŽeleznaTrajnostni izdelek· 2024

Vaso Pametni notranji vrtni sistem

by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou

Client: Xiaoyu Zhang & Jiaxin Zou

Železna nagrada A' Design Award Winner in Trajnostni izdelek Category

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The Design

About Vaso Pametni notranji vrtni sistem

Vaso sistem pametnega notranjega vrta združuje eleganco s funkcionalnostjo. Zasnovan za enostavno postavitev rastlin, ustreza večini sobnih rastlin in ponuja izkušnjo priključi-in-uporabljaj. Napredni senzorji zagotavljajo, da rastline prejmejo optimalno hidracijo glede na vlažnost zemlje. Mobilna aplikacija zagotavlja opozorila v realnem času za natančno nego. Izdelan iz reciklirane plastike, Vaso postavlja v ospredje trajnostnost in minimalistično estetiko. Vsaka podrobnost zmanjšuje okoljski vpliv in zagotavlja okoljsko osveščenost ter eleganco v enem paketu. Vaso ponuja idealno rešitev za ljubitelje rastlin s pestrim življenjem.

The Recognition

About the Železna nagrada A' Design Award

Vaso Pametni notranji vrtni sistem je prejemnik Železne nagrade A' Design Award, prestižnega priznanja, ki se podeljuje dobrim oblikovanjem, ki izpolnjujejo profesionalne in industrijske zahteve, pričakovane od dobro zasnovanih stvaritev. Prejemniki Železne nagrade kažejo veliko spretnost, visoko specializacijo, strokovno razumevanje in ustvarjalne zmožnosti svojih ustvarjalcev. Od Vaso Pametni notranji vrtni sistem se pričakuje, da bo visoko cenjena, občudovana in ljubljena stvaritev, ki je praktična in inovativna. To oblikovanje, nagrajeno z Železno nagrado A' Design Award, vključuje najboljše prakse panoge in ima kompetentne tehnične lastnosti, povezane s strokovnim znanjem in talentom. Zaradi svoje temeljitosti si Vaso Pametni notranji vrtni sistem zasluži spoštovanje in je zasnovan tako, da zagotavlja izboljšave kakovosti življenja, ki pomagajo narediti svet boljši kraj.

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