The Tempdot Faucet Makes Temperature Tangible
Allison Love — May 7, 2010 — Unique
References: yankodesign & dornob
The Tempdot Faucet is the future of hand washing. The futuristic style faucet uses colored lights on the top of the faucet to tell the user what the temperature of the water is.
The Tempdot Faucet’s colored lights range from red through to blue (duh) giving the user an indication of the water temperature. As the water flows through the faucet, the coloured lights will change to match the temperature. I think the coolest part about the Tempdot Faucet is the lack of handles. The colored dots also serve as touch pads, so you can control the water at the touch of your hand!
The Tempdot Faucet’s colored lights range from red through to blue (duh) giving the user an indication of the water temperature. As the water flows through the faucet, the coloured lights will change to match the temperature. I think the coolest part about the Tempdot Faucet is the lack of handles. The colored dots also serve as touch pads, so you can control the water at the touch of your hand!
Trend Themes
1. Touch-temperature Technology - Opportunities in integrating touch-sensitive temperature controls into other household appliances and furniture.
2. Interactive Design - Designing products that incorporate touch-sensitive controls in an interactive way to enhance user experience.
3. Smart Plumbing - Integrating technology into plumbing systems to increase efficiency and improve user experience.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliances - Incorporating touch-temperature technology in products like coffee makers and dishwashers for easy temperature control.
2. Furniture Design - Creating furniture pieces that incorporate touch-sensitive temperature controls to create a seamless, modern feel.
3. Plumbing and HVAC - Incorporating smart plumbing systems in buildings for better water temperature control and energy efficiency.
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