Gold Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Products Design · 2025
Inno Air Louvre Air Conditioning Outdoor Unit
by Zhejiang Zhongguang Electrical Co., Ltd.
- A' Design Award 2025 Gold Winner in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Products Design
- Awarded April 15, 2025
- CLIENT: Outes
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 52,528
- Verification code 3CF12F78D2 · Verify this award
About Inno Air Louvre Air Conditioning Outdoor Unit
Inno Air Louvre is an outdoor unit for heat pump air conditioners. The design takes inspiration from window louvres, and the blades can rotate and close individually. Air is released over a wide angle. When a passing pedestrian is sensed, the nearest blades rotate or close automatically, so hot or cold air is not directed at people. The blades return to the normal position once the pedestrian has left. When the unit is not in use, the louvre closes to keep out dust and rainwater. The heat exchanger fins are made of graphene and the fan blades are made of bamboo.
Positioned within the contemporary discourse surrounding the aestheticization of domestic infrastructure, ZHEJIANG ZHONGGUANG ELECTRICAL CO.,LTD.'s Inno Air Louvre Air Conditioning Outdoor Unit represents a thoughtful intervention in the design of climate control equipment that traditionally prioritizes function over form, the work demonstrates how industrial design may elevate utilitarian objects into considered elements of architectural composition, the vertical louvered facade suggests influences from modernist screen traditions while simultaneously serving the practical requirements of airflow and heat dissipation, the chromatic decision to employ a warm taupe-gray finish rather than conventional white or industrial gray indicates sensitivity to diverse architectural contexts and exterior material palettes, the singular vermillion-orange accent line introduces a signature element that provides brand recognition while disrupting potential visual monotony with confident chromatic assertion, technically the unit exhibits exceptional attention to detail particularly in the treatment of corner radii which soften the overall form without compromising the precision expected of engineered equipment, the matte surface finish demonstrates understanding of how outdoor units must perform visually under varied lighting conditions resisting the glare that afflicts glossy surfaces, the proportional relationships between the dark frame and the louvered interior achieve visual balance that communicates both structural integrity and refined sensibility, the presentation itself on a reflective surface against a carefully graduated backdrop elevates the object to the status of sculptural consideration inviting contemplation of industrial design as a discipline where engineering excellence and aesthetic achievement may coexist, viewers might consider how their expectations of outdoor equipment aesthetics have evolved and how design interventions such as this contribute to more harmonious built environments
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- Unique Properties
- The louver - style outdoor air - conditioner unit is a heat - pump outdoor unit for air - conditioners. It can blow air over a wide angle, and its blades can rotate and close individually. When it detects pedestrians passing by, the blades automatically rotate or close to change the direction, thus solving the problem of traditional outdoor units blowing large amounts of air directly at pedestrians. This unit can also adjust the indoor fresh air. With an environmentally - friendly and aesthetic appearance, it supports customization.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- 1350mm x 600mm x 1130mm
- Tags
- air-conditioning，louver，bamboo handicrafts，Humanistic Care，Eco - friendly and Health - oriented
- Production Technology
- The heat exchanger fins are made of graphene material, which is corrosion - resistant, anti - aging, high - temperature resistant, and offers high heat - exchange efficiency and greater environmental friendliness.
The fan blades are made of bamboo products, which are sturdy and durable. They possess the properties of temperature regulation, sound absorption and noise reduction, as well as being healthy and environmentally friendly. With strong decorative appeal, abundant resources, they have a wide range of applications. - Design Challenge
- Firstly, when pedestrians pass by, a reliable mechanism should block hot air to boost comfort. Secondly, balance wind - blocking and air output to safeguard cooling and heating effects. Finally, for long - term outdoor use, figure out how to extend its lifespan. Thus, find a reliable design to solve these three problems systematically.
- Project Duration
- The project started in September 2024 in Ningbo China.
- Operation Flow
- When pedestrians pass by, the air conditioner outdoor unit automatically senses and closes the grille blades closest to them, blocking the hot air from blowing towards pedestrians. When the pedestrians leave, the louver grille returns to its normal state. When the air conditioner is not in use, the louver also closes automatically to prevent dust and rainwater from entering.
- Research
- This research surveyed the existing air conditioner outdoor units on the market and found that the majority of them have fixed wind directions. In summer, hot air blows directly at pedestrians, showing a lack of friendliness and environmental consideration. Based on the exploration of this pain point, we developed a louver - style air conditioner with rotatable grilles as the key design feature.
- Inspiration
- Drawing inspiration from louvers, the outdoor unit adjusts the wind direction by rotating its blades. This addresses the issue that during the operation of traditional outdoor units, pedestrians feel discomfort from being blown by cold air in winter and hot air in summer.Having humanistic care. When not in use, it can be closed to keep out dust and water, thereby extending the lifespan of the equipment.
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