Aurora

balance.d

Product Design - BA (Hons)

School of Design

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balance.d is an understated yet refined tabletop device that allows individuals to reflect on their recent lifestyle. Central to the philosophy of balance.d are three key factors: work, life, and sleep. These elements form the foundation of a balanced lifestyle, with each playing a vital role in one's daily life. Users simply place different coloured tokens, representing each factor, in each section according to their personal time perception of their daily activities.

Bio

Aurora is a interdisciplinary designer who aims to enrich everyday life with meaning and joy. Drawing inspiration from interactions in human culture, she creates products which enhance experiences in daily life. Her designs are grounded in an understanding of user needs and a desire to make life more enjoyable for every individual.

balance.d is more than just a device—it's a catalyst for positive change. By promoting self-awareness of balanced living, the product empowers individuals to understand while also raise self-awareness of users' current time balance, encouraging them to consider and potentially adjust their living pattern to enhance every individual’s lifestyle towards a more enjoyable, healthier, and harmonious manner.

Project description

balance.d is an innovative and elegant device that encourages individuals to live a more balanced lifestyles.

In a world where the demands of work, personal life, and sleep often take over our attention, balance.d offers a solution that prioritises harmony and balance in our daily life.

Balancing time in life has always been a concern in society, especially for those who are interested in the quality of life. In recent years, with flexible working schemes, where the line between work and non-work time has been blurred, achieving this balance has become increasingly challenging.

Central to the philosophy of balance.d are three key factors: work, life, and sleep. These elements form the foundation of a balanced lifestyle, with each playing a vital role in one's daily life. By equally weighting these factors, balance.d encourages users to recognise their interconnectedness and strive for equilibrium.

Due to the perceptions of time vary from person to person, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution to balance. balance.d allows users to reflect their daily activities based on their unique lifestyle preferences, fostering a sense of ownership and empowerment.

Made from quality wood and inspired by primary colours, balance.d is as aesthetically pleasing as it is functional. Its sleek design seamlessly integrates into any environment, whether at home or in the office. Through its weekly reflective process, users gain valuable insights into their time usage, enabling them to make informed decisions and adjustments for a more fulfilling and balanced life.

balance.d is more than just a device—it's a catalyst for positive change. By promoting self-awareness and encouraging balanced living, balance.d empowers individuals to understand what truly matters in their life, leading to a more enjoyable and harmonious lifestyle.