In a move away from non-sustainable manufacturing processes, French designer Samy Rio designed an innovative set of personal appliances and electronics utilizing an all-natural bamboo material.
Winner of the Grand Prix of the Jury at Design Parade 10, the 'Bambou Collection' consists of two different styles of personal blow dryers: a fixed handle, a foldable model, and also a portable Bluetooth speaker. All three have been made using natural bamboo tubes which have been lathed to a smooth finish on the outside and then filled on the inside with electrical components that are contained with a waterproof elastomer seal.
The choice of using bamboo materials over more preferred industrial components, like plastic or metal, has the benefit of utilizing a resource that not only looks elegant but is also fully recyclable and renewable as well.
Electrical Bamboo Appliances
These Electrical Devices are Made with a Sustainable Bamboo Material
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Electronics - The use of sustainable materials like bamboo to make personal electronics presents opportunities to disrupt the traditional manufacturing industry with eco-friendly options.
2. Natural Material Industrial Design - The 'Bambou Collection' demonstrates an opportunity to incorporate natural materials like bamboo into industrial design beyond just personal appliances and electronics.
3. Waterproof Renewable Materials - By using waterproof elastomer sealant to protect the bamboo's electrical components, there is an opportunity for sustainable alternatives to traditional waterproofing materials in various industries.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The 'Bambou Collection' presents opportunities to disrupt traditional manufacturing processes in the consumer electronics industry with the use of bamboo's sustainable qualities.
2. Industrial and Product Design - By exploring the use of natural materials like bamboo for industrial and product design, there is an opportunity to bring sustainable options to various industries, including furniture, interior design, and architecture.
3. Waterproofing - The use of waterproof elastomer sealant to protect bamboo's electrical components presents opportunities to disrupt traditional waterproofing methods in various industries, including marine, technology, and construction.