Arc Galuega Autu: Mea Fufulu Nifo i le Taele by Allen Chou and Dosun Shin

Arc Galuega Autu: Mea Fufulu Nifo i le Taele by Allen Chou and Dosun Shin is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Uʻamea in Oloa Teuteu Competition Category.

UʻameaOloa Teuteu· 2025

Arc Galuega Autu: Mea Fufulu Nifo i le Taele

by Allen Chou and Dosun Shin

A' Design Award Uʻamea Winner in Oloa Teuteu Category

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The Design

About Arc Galuega Autu: Mea Fufulu Nifo i le Taele

Tusitusiga o le Tusi: O le ARC o se mea fufulu nifo e faaaoga i le taele, na fuafuaina ina ia fetaui lelei ma faiga masani i le taele i aso taitasi. E fa'apipi'i le ARC i le paipa taele ma fa'aaoga ai le mamafa o le vai o lo'o iai, e leai se ma'a eletise po'o se ma'a e mana'omia. O le au o lo'o umatia ai se ulu suī e fa ala tafe vai e mafai ona suia, lea e fufulu ai le va o nifo ma le laina o le nifo. E tolu faiga e mafai ona suia e maua ai se tafega vai malulu pe sili atu le malosi, ma o lo'o iai foi se pu'upu'u fa'agaoioi eseese e sui ai le va o tafega vai. O lo'o iai fo'i se nofoaga la'ititi mo le teuina o le ARC, e teena ai le susu ma fa'apipi'i i le fa'aaoga o le māneta, lea e teu ai le ARC pe a le o fa'aaogaina.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Uʻamea

O le A' Design Award Uʻamea na manumalo ai Arc Galuega Autu: Mea Fufulu Nifo i le Taele, o se faamaoniga mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu lelei e faataunuu ai manaʻoga faapolofesa ma pisinisi e faamoemoeina mai galuega ua mamanuina lelei. O ē manumalo i le Uʻamea e faaalia ai le tomai tele, le faapitoa maualuga, le malamalama o tagata poto ma le mafai fatufatuaʻi o ē na faia. E faamoemoeina Arc Galuega Autu: Mea Fufulu Nifo i le Taele e avea ma mea ua matuā vivii, mataʻina ma pelepelea e aogā ma fou. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Uʻamea e tuufaatasia ai faiga sili o le pisinisi ma e iai uiga faatekonolosi mafai ua fesoʻotaʻi ma le poto ma le taleni. Ona o lona faatuatuaina, e tatau ai Arc Galuega Autu: Mea Fufulu Nifo i le Taele ona faaaloalogia ma ua mamanuina e tuuina mai ai faaleleiga o le olaga e fesoasoani e faia ai e le lalolagi se nofoaga e sili atu ona lelei.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: ARC is an innovative shower water flosser designed to seamlessly integrate into your daily shower routine, making oral hygiene more convenient and efficient. By utilizing the existing water pressure from your shower hose, ARC eliminates the need for electricity or batteries, offering a sustainable and hassle-free solution for water flossing. Its ergonomic design includes a replaceable 4-way water stream head, ensuring thorough cleaning between teeth and along the gum line. Users can customize the water pressure to their preference, allowing for a gentle or more intensive flossing experience. When not in use, ARC can be neatly stored in its compact, moisture-resistant storage station, keeping it easily accessible while maintaining cleanliness. By incorporating water flossing into a familiar setting, ARC encourages consistency, making it easier to develop and maintain a healthy oral care routine.
Dimensions & Packaging: Dimension of the shower floss: 186 mm (H) x 12 mm (W) x 35.5 mm (D)
Weight of the shower floss: ~300 grams
Water tube length: 1.5 meters
Dimension of the storage station: 116.5 mm (H) x 48.5 mm (W) x 48 mm (D)
Weight of the shower floss: ~500 grams
Water Pressure Levels: 3 adjustable settings
Floss Head: Replaceable 4-way water stream head
Storage Station: Moisture-resistant, compact, magnetic attachment
Power Source: Powered by water pressure from the shower, no electricity required
Tags: Shower water flosser, sustainable oral care, water pressure, hygiene innovation, time-saving design, shower accessories, environmental friendly, replaceable floss head, minimalist design, convenient storage
Production Technology: The ARC water flosser is built with durable, moisture-resistant materials, including ABS plastic for the housing and a silicone water seal to prevent water damage. The 4-way water stream head is made of BPA-free plastic and soft rubber for a comfortable and effective flossing experience. It's assembled using injection molding. The device functions using minimal energy, relying on the water pressure from your shower.
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge was designing the mouthpiece to be both comfortable and effective with the water stream technology. I used myself as a test subject, experimenting with different shapes and looking at mouthguard designs for inspiration. I also prototyped various designs using 3D printing to test the fit and comfort. The goal was to create a mouthpiece that allowed the water to reach all areas of the mouth without discomfort or splashing, ensuring a smooth and effective flossing experience.
Research: Type of Research: Design research with an emphasis on user behavior and product functionality
Research Objectives: To create an easy and sustainable oral care solution
Methodology: User interviews, market analysis, competitor product testing to identify pain points in string flossing and water flossing
Data Collection: Interviewed some friends and family members on their own experience of flossing. Collected product reviews online on each type of flossing device.
Results: Insights revealed that shower-use water flosser is convenient to use, space-saving, requires no charging, more affordable and thus is a more appealing option for those who prioritize those benefits
Insights and Impacts: The research validated the need for a product that saves time and reduces the complexity of flossing, ultimately promoting healthier oral care habits
Effect on Real-Life Phenomena: ARC's design addresses the growing demand for time-saving, environmentally-friendly solutions in personal care, positively impacting consumers and medical and hospitality industries.
Inspiration: ARC was inspired by the desire to simplify daily routines and promote healthier habits. Combining the act of flossing with showering makes it easier to incorporate oral hygiene into a busy lifestyle. The goal was to create a seamless, time-saving solution that fits naturally into daily habits, making flossing more accessible and efficient without adding extra steps or hassle.
Project Duration: The project started in January 2024 and finished in May 2024.
Operation Flow: To set up ARC, simply attach it to your shower hose. The water pressure from your shower powers the flosser, and the adjustable settings allow you to customize the water flow for a personalized experience. Press the multi-function button to switch between different water streams, and glide the floss head along your teeth for a thorough clean. The device can be easily stored in the compact, moisture-resistant storage station when not in use.
Team Members: Allen Chou
Image Credits: Image #1: Creator Allen Chou, Dosun Shin, Rendering, 2024
Image #2: Creator Allen Chou, Dosun Shin, Rendering, 2024
Image #3: Creator Allen Chou, Dosun Shin, Rendering, 2024
Image #4: Creator Allen Chou, Dosun Shin, Rendering, 2024
Image #5: Creator Allen Chou, Dosun Shin, Rendering, 2024