Flavor Pinching-out: Redefining the Sauce Bottle Experience

Revolutionizing the Way We Smell and Identify Sauces

Flavor Pinching-out Sauce Bottle, designed by YingLu Kong, introduces a unique and interactive approach to the traditional sauce bottle. By reimagining the shape and structure of the bottle, this innovative design aims to enhance the user experience and make the process of identifying sauces more engaging.

Traditionally, when using a sauce bottle, we would pick it up and awkwardly smell the bottle's mouth to identify the flavor. However, Flavor Pinching-out Sauce Bottle eliminates this discomfort by incorporating a soft cap with airholes and a body shape that naturally encourages users to pinch the cap when picking it up. By squeezing the soft cap, the flavor is emitted, allowing users to effortlessly smell and identify the contents of the bottle.

What sets Flavor Pinching-out Sauce Bottle apart is its focus on user behavior and interaction. The design seamlessly integrates the act of pinching the cap into the natural process of using the bottle, creating a completely new and enjoyable experience. This innovative approach not only eliminates the need for awkwardly smelling the bottle but also adds an element of surprise and delight to the user's interaction with the product.

The realization of this design is made possible through the use of existing processing technology. The bottle cap is made of silicone, while the bottle body is crafted from glossy ceramic. This combination of materials ensures a simple and easy production process, making Flavor Pinching-out Sauce Bottle accessible to a wide range of consumers.

Measuring at a compact size of 9cm x 9cm x 12cm, Flavor Pinching-out Sauce Bottle is designed to fit seamlessly into any kitchen setting. The packaging is made of thick carton, ensuring the safe delivery of the product to its destination.

YingLu Kong, the mastermind behind this innovative design, conducted extensive research to create Flavor Pinching-out Sauce Bottle. By studying various design works that focused on user behavior, Kong identified the potential for a more engaging and intuitive sauce bottle experience. The result is a product that challenges traditional norms and provides a fresh perspective on how we interact with everyday objects.

Flavor Pinching-out Sauce Bottle has already gained recognition in the design community, receiving the prestigious Iron A' Design Award in the Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware, and Cookware Design category in 2021. This award acknowledges the product's well-designed, practical, and innovative nature, meeting professional and industrial requirements. The design is respected for its integration of industry best practices and competent technical characteristics, ultimately contributing to a better world.

With Flavor Pinching-out Sauce Bottle, YingLu Kong has successfully redefined the sauce bottle experience. By prioritizing user behavior and interaction, this design offers a refreshing and enjoyable way to smell and identify sauces. As we continue to seek innovative solutions in our everyday lives, Kong's creation serves as a testament to the power of reimagining traditional objects and enhancing our daily experiences.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: TIANQING LI
Image Credits: 01~04:Photographer:Weijun Kong
Project Team Members: Yinglu Kong
Project Name: Flavor Pinching-out
Project Client: TIANQING LI


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