Shine: The Stylish and Functional Bottle Drying Rack

A Modern Solution for Busy Parents

Introducing Shine, the innovative bottle drying rack that combines style and functionality to meet the needs of modern parents. With its sleek design and customizable features, Shine is the perfect addition to any kitchen.

Shine was inspired by the desire to create a product that seamlessly blends in with contemporary interior design and kitchen appliances. Its removable drying pegs provide a customizable configuration and collapsibility for easy storage. As babies grow into toddlers, their needs change, and so do the items that need to be cleaned and dried. Shine extends its usefulness beyond the infant years, making it a practical investment for parents.

What sets Shine apart from other bottle drying racks is its high-performance, premium stainless steel design. It can dry up to eight bottles and various accessories such as pump parts, bottle nipples, caps, collars, and cups. The convenient drip tray system collects excess water in the base, keeping it away from clean items and off countertops. Additionally, the durable and sturdy drying pegs fold completely flat for effortless storage.

Shine is made using state-of-the-art technology, including injection-molded BPA-free Polypropylene and precisely stamped stainless steel in grade 304. These materials ensure durability and safety, making Shine dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.

With Shine, parents can effortlessly air dry baby bottles without the struggle of stacking them up and risking them falling to the floor. The tall and foldable drying pegs keep the bottles upright, while the perforated stainless steel plate allows airflow to reach each item. When not in use, Shine can be easily folded and stored, taking up minimal space in the kitchen.

The Shine project began in November 2015 in Los Angeles and was completed in October 2016. It has received recognition for its outstanding design, including the IDA International Design Awards Silver in the Children's Product Category in May 2018. The design process involved extensive research, including field research, market analysis, competitor product research, and user testing. A focus group of parents with babies provided valuable feedback, confirming the usefulness of Shine for drying not only baby bottles but also other items like coffee cups, mugs, sports bottles, and record players.

Overcoming challenges such as cost and design complexity, Shine successfully integrates style and function. Its simple yet strong hinge and hinge stopper ensure the folding pegs can securely hold heavy glass bottles without collapsing easily.

Shine Bottle Drying Rack is not only a practical solution for parents but also a stylish addition to any kitchen. Its large tray area can hold accessories, pump parts, cups, and small items, making it a versatile tool for everyday use. With its modular drying pegs, Shine can be customized and adapted to meet specific drying needs, extending its usefulness beyond the infant and toddler years.

Shine is a testament to the creativity and resourcefulness of designer Simon Kang. This design has been awarded the prestigious Bronze A' Design Award in the Baby, Kids, and Children's Products Design category in 2019. This award recognizes designs that exhibit strong technical and creative skills, contributing to improvements in quality of life.