# Humidifying Drinking Fountains The 'Crystal Clear' Converts Waste Water into Moist Air By Elsa Blaine | Published 2011-01-04 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humidifier-water-purifier-fountain References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/crystal-clear-water-purifier-converts-discarded-drinking-water-into-fresh-air/) & [jinyoungstudio](http://www.jinyoungstudio.com/) The ‘Crystal Clear’ is a multi-functional [drinking fountain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spout-water). It [purifies water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumos-water-purifier) as well as acts as a [humidifier for the room](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serena-antigravity-humidifier) in which it is placed. Designer Choi Jinyoung has developed this eco concept to convert excess drinking water left in your glass into moist air that hydrates the air through a spout at the back of the faucet. Just toss the water you aren’t going to finish into the basin for the conversion to take place. Jinyoung describes the process completed by the Crystal Clear unit as being similar to the effect trees have in the environment. Further emphasising this connection with nature the hot and cold tap is shaped like a silver leaf. By turning the leaf, the water temperature and red (hot) or blue (cold)-colored light beam is displayed in the sink. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Drinking Fountains:** Opportunity to develop drinking fountains that not only provide clean water but also contribute to environmental sustainability by repurposing waste water. - **Multi-functional Hydration Devices:** Potential disruption in the market for hydration devices by creating products that combine water purification with additional functionalities such as air humidification. - **Nature-inspired Design:** Innovative design opportunities to incorporate nature-inspired elements, like the leaf-shaped taps, into everyday products to enhance user experience and promote a connection with nature. ### Where This Applies - **Water Purification Technologies:** Scope for advancements in water purification technologies that focus on sustainability and provide added functionalities like air humidification. - **Hydration Device Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation potential in the manufacturing sector for hydration devices by integrating water purification and air humidification capabilities. - **Product Design & Home Appliances:** Opportunity for product designers and home appliance manufacturers to incorporate nature-inspired designs into their offerings, enhancing aesthetics and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Atmospheric Water Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kara-pure-2.md) - [Countertop Air-to-Water Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atmospheric-water-dispenser.md) - [Accessible Atmospheric Water Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-from-air.md) - [Atmospheric Water Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-atmospheric-water.md) - [Drinking Water Home Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atmospheric.md) - [Eco-Friendly Air-to-Water Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kara-pure.md) - [Living Moss Humidifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moss-humidifier-concept.md) - [Plant-Powered Humidifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moss-humidifier.md) - [Pure Drinking Water Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spout-water.md)