The Warm N' Cool Can Both Heat and Chill Food On-the-Go
Michael Hines — September 13, 2011 — Art & Design
References: arthurkenzo & tuvie
The Warm N’ Cool is a conceptual food carrier from designers Arthur Kenzo, François de Martrindonos and François Hurtaud that can both heat and cool food. The device is one part icebox and one part microwave and has a portable design that makes it perfect for outdoor events.
The Warm N’ Cool works by removing the heat from objects that are being cooled. The heat removed is then stored and used to charge the Warm N' Cool's battery pack. The battery pack is then used to power the device's heater to warm up hot foods.
With its simple and portable design, the Warm N’ Cool could very well become a summer essential. Keeping food cold while out and about is easy, but heating food up on the fly is another issue altogether. The Warm N' Cool has a shot at going from concept to reality as it was named a semifinalist in the 2011 Electrolux Design Lab Competition.
The Warm N’ Cool works by removing the heat from objects that are being cooled. The heat removed is then stored and used to charge the Warm N' Cool's battery pack. The battery pack is then used to power the device's heater to warm up hot foods.
With its simple and portable design, the Warm N’ Cool could very well become a summer essential. Keeping food cold while out and about is easy, but heating food up on the fly is another issue altogether. The Warm N' Cool has a shot at going from concept to reality as it was named a semifinalist in the 2011 Electrolux Design Lab Competition.
Trend Themes
1. Dual-purpose Food Containers - Designing food containers that can both cool and heat food while on-the-go
2. Sustainable Charging Systems - Developing innovative methods to generate power from heat sources to recharge electronic devices
3. Rise of Portable Food Gadgets - Creating portable food gadgets that allow for easy food storage, transportation, and preparation
Industry Implications
1. Food Industry - Collaborating with designers to create new food container designs that cater to portability and durability
2. Consumer Electronics Industry - Incorporating sustainable charging systems, like those in the Warm N' Cool device, into electronic devices
3. Outdoor Recreation Industry - Designing gadgets like the Warm N' Cool that make outdoor eating and cooking more accessible and convenient
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