THE NATURE'S TOUCH.
CORK BATHROOM ACCESSORIES
OVERVIEW
A bathroom product set that is made of cork and utilizes various natural properties of this material. It offers innovative ideas for more sustainable bathroom accessories.
SKILLS
Prototyping, User Testing, CNC, Wood Shop Crafting, Design Research, Sketching, 3D Modeling
ROLE
Industrial Designer
Student Designer
DATE
2022
CLIENT
Corticeira Amorim
HONORS
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92%
PROBLEMS
of respondents reported that
the products in their bathroom
were made of PLASTIC.
4%
of respondents reported that the products in their bathrooms have the texture of NATURAL MATERIALS.
WHY CORK?
WATER RESISTANCE
SUSTAINABILITY
DURABLE FRICTION
FLEXIBILITY
SOFT-TOUCH
ANTI-MOLD
SELF-HEALING
BEAUTY
DESIGN PROCESS
IDEATIONS
ITERATIONS
USER TESTING
PROTOTYPING
"MOUNTAIN"
ORGANIZER.
FRICTION / FLEXIBILITY / SELF-HEALING
Users can remove their accessories before washing and clip them onto the expandable grooves of the organizer. It can also be used to store everyday items in different environments. The grooves form layers of mountains that undulate, creating the illusion of vastness and distance in a small and compact volume.
"WAVE"
BATH MAT.
FLEXIBILITY / ANTI-MOLD / SOFT-TOUCH
The flexibility of the cork allows it to remain stable while bending under pressure. The curved groove and soft texture create a sensation that is reminiscent of walking on a beach washed by waves, giving users a refreshing experience after their shower.
''MOON"
SOAP BOX.
WATER RESISTANCE / FRICTION /
ANTI-MOLD
The smooth curved surface allows water to drain out of the soap box
immediately. A crescent is formed where the box is not covered by soap.
As the soap gradually diminishes, the crescent shape appears to become
fuller, much like the moon's phases.
''ROCKY"
SOAP BOX.
WATER RESISTANCE / FRICTION /
ANTI-MOLD
Layers of circular carvings make the cork resemble rocks eroded by
rivers, eventually penetrating the bottom to allow water to drain out of
the soap box.
"TRUNK"
TOWEL RACK.
ANTI-MOLD / FRICTION / SOFT-TOUCH
The hooks are designed to move freely around the central axis, allowing
users to adjust the layout according to their needs. By arranging the
towels in a way that they do not touch each other, the drying process
can be accelerated and more hygienic.
