Splash: The Alarm Clock That Refreshes Your Morning Routine

An Innovative Design by Joon Gi Shin

Splash is not your ordinary alarm clock. While most alarm clocks simply wake you up and leave you to your own devices, Splash goes a step further by helping you start your day with a clear mind. By incorporating the act of washing your face or taking a shower to turn off the alarm, Splash ensures that you begin your morning routine with a fresh and awakened state of mind.

What sets Splash apart is its unique design and functionality. The alarm clock comes with a separate water sensor that prevents users from falling back to sleep. The sensor needs to be recharged regularly but is designed to be easily detachable and dryable, thanks to a superhydrophobic coating. This ensures that the sensor remains stainless and convenient to use.

Operating Splash is simple and user-friendly. Users can power the alarm clock and charge its internal battery through a micro USB port. Additionally, they can connect the alarm clock to a computer to upload their preferred sound or music for the alarm. This customization feature adds a personal touch to the waking up experience.

During the design process, Joon Gi Shin conducted extensive research to understand the challenges people face when waking up. Through interviews and observations, it became clear that the main issue was the difficulty of staying away from the comfort of their beds. This insight guided the development of Splash, which aims to provide a seamless transition from waking up to starting the day.

One of the key challenges in designing Splash was creating a method to turn off the alarm that was both acceptable and difficult to hack. Joon Gi Shin wanted to ensure that users would follow the designated method without feeling forced or restricted. The result is a comfortable and intuitive method that encourages users to start their day on the right foot.

Splash has received recognition for its innovative design. In 2016, it was awarded the Bronze A' Design Award in the Digital and Electronic Device Design category. This prestigious award acknowledges designs that demonstrate creativity, resourcefulness, and a commitment to improving quality of life.

With Splash, Joon Gi Shin has revolutionized the way we wake up and start our day. By seamlessly integrating the act of washing our face or taking a shower with the alarm clock, Splash ensures that we begin each day with a fresh and awakened mind. Say goodbye to groggy mornings and hello to a revitalizing waking up experience.