Design Brief: ALTO
WHAT
A multifunctional cooking appliance that combines grilling and slow cooking applications.
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WHO
People living in small or shared spaces
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HOW
Ideation, user testing, prototyping, wood and foam modelling, solid works, and rendering
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Research
SECONDARY RESEARCH
-Use of existing literature for further research
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-Look at energy consumption and general appliance use
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-Develop a better understanding of implications of shared living spaces and cooking with multiple appliances
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PRIMARY RESEARCH
-Develop a better understanding of grilling and slow cooking practices
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-Look at existing products and how they function
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-Initial consideration for form, maintenance, size, portability, and interface
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Design Brief: ALTO
Ideation
Low-Fi Prototypes
Low fidelity prototypes were used to establish overall dimensions, forms, and general functionality aspects.
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Prototypes were later used for further user testing
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User Testing
A series of user testing took place as a means of finding solutions to current issues with small living spaces, appliances and the cooking practices.
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Another set of tests were conducted to better understand form, functionality, ergonomics, and aesthetics.
HANDLES
Shape, fit, and functionality were tested through low-fidelity prototypes and a series of user groups with varying concerns and feedback as a way find the best lid and pot handles
CHARGING
Charging function, use and systems were tested with different plug-ins
Physical Models
Higher fidelity models were constructed from foam, wood, and 3D printed polymers.
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These models helped to showcase the physical form and dimensions in its final form.
Design Refinement
Final Design
A series of user testing took place as a means of finding solutions to current issues with small living spaces, appliances and the cooking practices.
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Another set of tests were conducted to better understand form, functionality, ergonomics, and aesthetics.
Design Report
For more information about the process behind this design, review the provided report​
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