AQUAVAS
2022
A hydroponic system for small-space living. Designed to be an object for one's space that doesn't control the room but fits within it.
Made for those who enjoy passive gardening, the Aquavas is capable of propagating and growing plants without the need for excess pumps or lights.
IDEATION 01
The product would consist of a few main parts...
The Base, Growing Medium, Pods
FOCUS
Modular, Compact, Simple
No moving parts, the design was narrowed down for simplicity. Creating a two-part system, the product would consist of a base and a top which the plants will be inserted into
PROPOGATION POD
The pod would be used to give support to the plant and allow the user to customize their garden's aesthetic by creating a modular insert.
FUNCTION
inserted into the pods, the 3D-printed growing medium will help support the roots and allow the plant to retain structure. Using TPU and specified printing inputs, the medium will act as an innovative sponge using new industrial techniques
After exploring various shapes, the form was finalized
FORM
MANUFACTURING
Maunfacturing was fully automated allowing all the pieces to be 3D printed and CNC cut. The finishes and final applications were all done by hand.
