Wave: A Revolution in Personal Blending

Leila Ensaniat and Nima Farzin's Award-Winning Blender Design

Wave is inspired by the future market trends that anticipate users adopting a more nomadic and remote lifestyle. The design integrates the entire blending mechanism into a compact package, the size of a large water bottle, allowing users to carry this robust appliance wherever they need to be. The exterior silicone, inspired by the flow of the material as it forms, provides an increased grip and an aesthetic experience.

What sets Wave apart from other blenders is its unique properties. The pattern on the silicone exterior is designed to hide the unaesthetic material as it blends, creating an aesthetic experience for the user. The blender is made of injection-molded ABS, with a stainless steel blade and a tempered glass window. The body of the blender is covered by silicone, made by injection molding, providing a sure grip and a pleasing aesthetic experience.

The Wave blender comes with a companion app, Palette of Fruit, that gives users a new way to interact with their nutrition. Users can choose a color palette to suit their mood, and the app will provide recipes, shopping lists, and nutritional content of the desired beverage. The blender uses a compact, maintenance-free brushless motor, rechargeable batteries, and a USB charging plug.

The design project started in January 2019 in Los Angeles and was completed in April 2019. It was exhibited at the ArtCenter College of Design Studio in 2019. The design was based on research that showed people's preference for carrying their personal blender with them for a healthy lifestyle. The aesthetic aspect was considered to create a small personal blender that could be used in the office or in the car. The silicone pattern was designed to provide a sure grip for the user and to hide the unorganized material remaining on the glass of the blender.

One of the challenges faced during the design process was to create a product that would be pleasant for the user while maintaining the quality of the blender. Designing a pattern that would make the blender enjoyable for the user while providing a better grip was a significant challenge of this project. Despite the challenges, Wave has been recognized for its innovative design and was awarded the Golden A' Home Appliances Design Award in 2020.

In conclusion, Wave is a testament to the innovation and creativity of designers Leila Ensaniat and Nima Farzin. This personal blender, with its unique design and user-friendly features, is set to redefine the blending experience. It is a perfect blend of form and function, designed for the modern, nomadic lifestyle.