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Thermo-Tech

Heat-controlled devices allow for convenience and novelty

Implications - Product with dynamic temperature properties hold an inherent allure for many consumers. The ability to change surfaces, watches, doorknobs and more through heat or cold is a novel idea that is quickly turning into a functional one. As consumers begin taking notice of this thermo-tech direction, more designers are presenting unprecedented temperature-controlled innovations to appeal to those who enjoy novelty as well as practicality.

Workshop Question - How could playing with temperature impact the way consumer interact with your product?

SCORE 3.6

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6 Featured, 55 Examples: 656,396 Total Clicks

Date Range: Jul 11 - Dec 11

Trending: Warm

Consumer Insight Topics: Tech Art & Design Modern Design Top Lists Unique

Featured Examples

Thermo-Chromatic Tables - The Jay Watson 'Linger a Little Longer' Set Remembers Your Presence

SCORE 5

Average 14,556 Clicks Pub: Oct 26, 11

Thermo-Chromatic Tables

The Jay Watson 'Linger a Little Longer' Set Remembers Your Presence

The Jay Watson 'Linger a Little Longer' set consists of a table and a bench that uses heat to make home decor fun and entertaining. This incredible furniture uses a thermo-chromatic finish that changes… [More]

Heat-Sensitive Statues - The Going Gone Gorilla Installation Changes Colors to Educate

SCORE 4.9

Average 7,117 Clicks Pub: Oct 22, 11

Heat-Sensitive Statues

The Going Gone Gorilla Installation Changes Colors to Educate

To raise awareness of climate change and the risk it imposes on wild species, designers Tom Lane and Ged Palmer created the Going Gone Gorilla installation. This ape is covered from head to toe with messages… [More]

Heat-Activated Writing Utensils - These Thermo-Sensitive Pilot FriXion Pens Work Like Magic

SCORE 4.5

Average 7,769 Clicks Pub: Jul 28, 11

Heat-Activated Writing Utensils

These Thermo-Sensitive Pilot FriXion Pens Work Like Magic

Since many people now use computers and smartphones as their primary method of writing anything down, these Pilot FriXion Pens are perfect for those rare times you are forced to use a pen to take note… [More]

Heat-Sensitive Surfaces - Huo Yijin's Teahouse Table Changes Color When Hot Water is Spilt

SCORE 2.8

Mild 5,005 Clicks Pub: Oct 17, 11

Heat-Sensitive Surfaces

Huo Yijin's Teahouse Table Changes Color When Hot Water is Spilt

Huo Yijin's teahouse table was definitely made with clumsy individuals in mind. This interesting piece of furniture boasts a heat-sensitive surface that changes color every time hot water makes contact… [More]

Technicolor Handgrips - This Thermosensitive Handle Changes Hue on Contact with the User's Skin

SCORE 3.3

Mild 6,674 Clicks Pub: Nov 10, 11

Technicolor Handgrips

This Thermosensitive Handle Changes Hue on Contact with the User's Skin

Doorknobs are usually quite dull or alternatively elaborately overdone. This Thermosensitive Handle designed by Cristiana Bernardino puts forth a way to make household hardware a little more interesting… [More]

Temperature-Controlled Timepieces - The Thermochromic Clock Tells Time Using Heat

SCORE 1.2

Untested 792 Clicks Pub: Jul 20, 11

Temperature-Controlled Timepieces

The Thermochromic Clock Tells Time Using Heat

Forget clocks that tell you what time it is using LCDs, LEDs or mechanical hands; the Thermochromic Clock uses changes in temperature to tell time. The clock was created by Che-Wei Wang and Taylor Levy,… [More]