Vaso Nidaamka Beerta Gudaha ee Casriga ah by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou

Vaso Nidaamka Beerta Gudaha ee Casriga ah by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award in Naqshadeynta Alaabta Waarta, Mashruucyada iyo Naqshadeynta Cagaaran Competition Category.

BirAlaabta Waarta· 2024

Vaso Nidaamka Beerta Gudaha ee Casriga ah

by Xiaoyu Zhang and Jiaxin Zou

Client: Xiaoyu Zhang & Jiaxin Zou

Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award Winner in Alaabta Waarta Category

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The Design

About Vaso Nidaamka Beerta Gudaha ee Casriga ah

Nidaamka Beerta Gudaha ee Casriga ah ee Vaso wuxuu isku darsadaa quruxda iyo hawlqabadka. Waxaa loo qorsheeyay inuu sahlo dhigitaanka dhirta, wuxuuna ku habboon yahay inta badan dhirta miiska lagu dhigo, wuxuuna bixiyaa khibrad toos ah oo sahlan. Daareemayaasha horumarsan waxay hubiyaan in dhirtu helaan qoyan-siin ku habboon oo ku salaysan qoyaanka ciidda. Barnaamijka moobaylka wuxuu bixiyaa digniin waqti-dhabta ah si daryeel sax ah loo siiyo. Waxaa laga sameeyey bulaastiko dib loo warshaadeeyey, Vaso wuxuu mudnaanta siiyaa joogteynta deegaanka iyo qaab-dhismeed yar oo qurux badan. Faahfaahin kasta waxay yaraynaysaa saameynta deegaanka, iyada oo hal xabbo ku soo gudbinaysa miyir-ka-fekerka deegaanka iyo quruxda. Vaso wuxuu bixiyaa xal ku habboon kuwa jecel dhirta ee haysta nolol mashquul.

The Recognition

About the Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award

Vaso Nidaamka Beerta Gudaha ee Casriga ah waa guuleystaha Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award, aqoonsi sharaf leh oo la siiyo naqshado wanaagsan oo buuxiya shuruudaha xirfadeed iyo kuwa warshadeed ee laga filayo hal-abuurro si wanaagsan loo naqshadeeyay. Guuleystayaasha Birta waxay muujiyaan xirfad weyn, takhasus sare, fahan khabiir iyo awood hal-abuur oo abuurayaashooda. Vaso Nidaamka Beerta Gudaha ee Casriga ah waa hal-abuur la filayo inuu noqdo mid aad loo tixgeliyo, la ixtiraamo oo la jecel yahay, wax ku ool ah oo cusub. Naqshadahan ku guuleystay Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award wuxuu isku daraa hab-dhaqannada ugu wanaagsan warshadda wuxuuna leeyahay sifooyin farsamo oo karti leh oo ku xiran aqoon iyo hibo. Dhammaystirkeeda awgeed, Vaso Nidaamka Beerta Gudaha ee Casriga ah waa mudan ixtiraam, waxaana loo naqshadeeyay inay keento hagaajin nololeed oo ka caawisa in adduunka laga dhigo meel ka wanaagsan.

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