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Dyson-Inspired Coffee Makers

Mug-Up by Megan Lin Has a Capsule-Like Aesthetic

— April 7, 2012 — Art & Design
Mug-Up by Megan Lin is a coffee maker that was inspired by Dyson vacuum cleaners. Influenced by the vacuums' modern appearance and unique functionality, it has taken on the self-contained shape of capsule form. By doing so, this coffee maker takes into account the common difficulties often faced when brewing a simple cup of coffee.

Essentially, Mug-Up by Megan Lin has a thick encasement that keeps the exterior cool to the touch. It has a wide open spout that easily accommodates a standard coffee mug. By slipping it underneath the coffee maker, the mug conveniently captures every drip without fear of liquid or coffee grind spills. It is made up of a filter container, water reservoir and water tube.
Trend Themes
1. Dyson-inspired Appliances - Designing home appliances with a modern aesthetic inspired by Dyson vacuums creates opportunities for innovation and differentiation.
2. Capsule-shaped Products - Creating products with a self-contained capsule form helps to simplify and improve the user experience, presenting opportunities for niche markets and new product categories.
3. Encased Product Design - Developing products with thick encasements that keep exteriors cool to the touch presents opportunities for safer user experiences for high-temperature products.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliances - Designing home appliances that are inspired by high-end electronics creates a point of differentiation and appeals to the tech-savvy consumer.
2. Consumer Electronics - Developing products that feature a sleek, modern aesthetic, like that of Dyson vacuums, can set a manufacturer apart in the highly competitive consumer electronics market.
3. Kitchenware - Creating kitchen appliances with self-contained forms and design elements that simplify the user experience enhances functionality and convenience, creating opportunities for differentiation in a crowded market.
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