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LIVING ROOM SPORTS CLOTHES DRYER - Coggle Diagram
LIVING ROOM SPORTS CLOTHES DRYER
USER AND CONTEXT(WHO ARE WE DESIGNING FOR )
SMALL HOME LIFE
limited floor space (must be vertical or multi-functional)
no dedicated laundry room (must fit in the living room )
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE
dries clothes often (daily gym or sports clothes )
needs quick drying for high-tech fabrics
high humidity/odour is a problem (needs ventilation)
shared living spaces (needs to be quiet and tidy)
THE CLIENT
young, working professionals but also stay at home mum
prefers minimalist, modern design
values sustainability and efficiency
FORM & AESTHETICS (WHAT SHOULD IT LOOK LIKE )
AESTHETIC GOAL (JAPANDI/SCANDI)
clean line, minimalist look
natural materials (must not look "cheap")
subtle, neutral clours (white, light grey, oak)
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL FORM
disguised as a piece of furniture (example side table , coffee table or plant stand )
modular/stackable design for different sized spaces
must hide the drying mechanism when not in use
BIOPHILIC ELEMENTS
space for a plant or natural display on top
natural texture like wood grain (example Oak)
FUNCTION &TECHNOLOGY (HOW WILL IT WORK )
DRYING METHOD
forced air: small, quiet fan to circulate air
gentle heat :low-power heatingelement fr speed (must be safe)
deodorism:optional carbon filter or UV light (if budge allows )
CLOTHES CAPACITY
must hold 3-4 key items (example shoes, football kit gloves
target specific items (example internal shoe spike/ hangers)
CONTROLS
simple, hidden controls (example touch-sensitive or a discreet switch)
energy efficient timer function (must switch off automatically)
CONSTRAINTS &SAFETY
Must meet UK electrical safety standard (BS1363)
all electrical components must be safety enclosed
must be stable and safe (won't tip over)
MATERIALS
wood Oak for visible structure ( high end look )
metal :powder -coated metal for internal components/frame
perforated metal /mesh for airflow outlets