Lucas Couto has reimaged the traditional Brazilian use of terracotta, a natural water filter, with his new collection. Clay filters are proven to eliminate toxins from water while keeping the water cool naturally. Lucas Couto has designed four new home appliances with organic material.
In keeping with tradition, Couto designed a terracotta water filter with new functional features such as a handle to assist in lifting the upper reservoir and a base to support a drinking glass. Thinking of his hometown, where the air is dry and hot, the designer created a humidifier using clay material for its cooling properties. The cost-efficient material has also been transformed into a heat-proof lamp and a two-compartment planter design.
Traditional Brazilian Terracotta Appliances
Lucas Couto Designed Four Appliances From Terracotta
Trend Themes
1. Terracotta Home Appliances - The use of terracotta as a material for home appliances presents an opportunity for designers to create unique and sustainable household items.
2. Natural Filter Technology - The use of natural clay filters in home appliances presents opportunities for companies to create innovative water filtration systems.
3. Sustainable Home Design - The use of organic materials in home appliance design presents a disruption opportunity for companies looking to incorporate sustainable materials into their products.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliance Industry - Innovations in the use of traditional materials for home appliances can disrupt the home appliance industry and drive a new wave of sustainable design.
2. Water Filtration Industry - The use of natural terracotta filters presents an opportunity for companies in the water filtration industry to create more sustainable and efficient filter systems.
3. Sustainable Design Industry - Incorporating organic materials in home appliances presents an opportunity for companies in the sustainable design industry to create innovative and eco-friendly products.