No one ever thinks of a washing machine as anything of aesthetic value, but the Flexible Distance is a new, award winning washing machine which oozes style. The machine is a top loader which features one-touch controls around the top ring of the machine and an LCD screen on top to monitor the progress of the wash load.
Ye Xiao Dong's design won the Lavatrice Cinese Made In Milan competition which regarded products solely for their style.
Implications - The idea is simple but beautiful. By redesigning a machine typically associated with the mundane tasks of everyday living, this turns washing machines into pieces of intense avant-garde art.
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Stylish Washing Machine
Flexible Distance by Ye Xiao Dong
Trend Themes
1. Stylish Washing Machines - Designing washing machines with aesthetic value and style for home interiors.
2. Smart Controls - Integrating one-touch controls and LCD screens in washing machines for users' convenience.
3. Competition for Style - Encouraging designers to create stylish home appliances and compete for recognition.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliances - Designing stylish washing machines and other home appliances with smart features and controls.
2. Interior Design - Partnering with home appliance manufacturers to offer stylish washing machines that complement interior design.
3. Industrial Design - Developing competitions and platforms for industrial designers to showcase their creations in the home appliance industry.