ABBY TORRES




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Project brief: 

Design a solution providing comfort to senior citizens in a new era of technology and amidst shifting climate conditions in the year 2050.




The User 

Addressing the pressing needs of the
Senior community in the climate of 2050.




Background 

By 2050, older adults are projected to outnumber children. Aging and medications can diminish the body's ability to regulate heat, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses and fatalities as the climate continues to warm.  









(Source: Climate Change and the Health of Older Adults)



User: Meet Maria 








User Journey 

Following the user through a typical day.  Highlighting activities outside the home, resulting in temperature and emotional changes. 



Pain Points








How might we design for elderly individuals, ensuring their comfort and safety amidst the shifting climate conditions of 2050?





Inspiration board


Market analysis

Current devices addressing similar issues,  including helpful features.


 

Dyson technology

Utilizing, existing technology and implementing it in a new innovative way. 




















Safe. 
Quiet.
Powerful.
Temperature control.





Design Features







Ideation

Initial sketches, experimenting with flight and airflow capabilitys. Brainstorming ideas, blending traditonal and new forms.





Concept refinement

Softening the form, while also experimenting with functionality, catering to a companion demeanor, and relationship with the user. 






Story board

At home, the drone serves as an AI assistive tool, predicting the weather and suggesting weather friendly clothing.


Outside, the drone utilizes the built in sensors, to track, and monitoring temperature and suroundings. Avoiding obstacles like people and wildlife to keep everyone safe.  


Colorways




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