https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TA5e2wx3afmf6y4nFOwNYI4-iiEh7XsJ/view?usp=sharinghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rk2bRdPu8XU Here is the link for our promotional video! we had so much fun while shooting and preparing it,and we look forward to see your reaction 😇 Nevra - Editor/Writer/Grandmother Defne - Music Composer/Make-up Artist/Grandchild Mercan - Cameraman/Director/Photographer
Here is the script for the Smart Pot Promotional Video that we thought to record! Mirror NumberScene TypePictureLinesSound Effect1Full-sceneIn the morning, the elderly Turkish grandmother sits in her cozy living room, smiling as she looks at her beloved plants. She reaches for a watering can but hesitates, unsure of how much water to pour."In the past, uncertainty about plant care could make gardening a bit stressful."Soft ambient music and the sound of birds chirping.2Medium Close-UpThe grandmother checks the smart plant pot’s interface, which shows a clear and easy-to-read indicator of the soil’s humidity level."Now, the Smart Plant Pot guides you with precision, showing how much water your plants need, ensuring they’re perfectly cared for."A calming notification sound plays, and the music continues softly.3Medium Close-UpThe grandmother waters the plant with confidence, a serene smile on her face as she watches the pot’s indicator turn green, confirming the task is complete."Interactive reminders and real-time feedback ensure your plants are always healthy and thriving."Soft water-pouring sound, followed by a gentle ding from the pot.4Medium Close-UpOn a cloudy day, the grandmother places the modular light source near the plant. The plant and room become warmly lit."Even on cloudy days, the modular light ensures your plants get the light they need to thrive."Soft, uplifting music.5Medium Close-UpThe grandmother sits back in her armchair, listening to soothing natural sounds from the pot while enjoying her tea."Natural sounds from the Smart Plant Pot bring peace and joy to your day, creating moments of tranquility."Relaxing natural sounds: water flowing, birds chirping.6Medium Close-UpThe grandmother effortlessly moves the pot from the living room to her balcony, showcasing its portability."Rechargeable and portable, the Smart Plant Pot makes it easy to care for your plants, wherever you go."Light, happy music continues.7Full-sceneThe grandmother lovingly tends to her plants while the smart plant pot provides a warm, ambient glow. The scene closes with her smiling as her plants thrive."Smart Plant Pot: Bringing joy, ease, and life into your home and garden."Music gradually becomes more uplifting and fades to silence. We are waiting for your feedback!
We have made a list to consider while preparing the final products to check as the Evaluation Criteria for the Smart Pot design that you are working for, our dear designer team. 1. Shape & Size Refinement Real-Life Usability: Is the flowerpot shape practical for everyday use, including placement on windowsills and tabletops? Size Variations: Does the design offer compact and medium-sized options to cater to different spaces? Light Module Solution: Does the pot include a solution for light attachment, for example: telescopic or foldable light module to adapt to compact spaces? Compactness of the light: Is the light module designed to remain unobtrusive when not in use? Ergonomics: Is the pot's shape intuitive for user interaction, particularly for elderly users? 2. Display Screen Design Compact Interface: Is the display screen compact yet effective, integrating essential features (humidity, temperature, battery level, and music controls)? Placement: Is the screen placed near the upper edge of the pot for easy visibility without compromising aesthetics? User-Friendly Graphics: Does the display use calming colors and simple graphics suitable for older users? Multiple States: Are plant conditions represented through expressive states (e.g., happy, sad, sleepy) in an engaging way? Space Efficiency: Does the face display occupy minimal space and blend seamlessly with the overall design? 3. Buttons and Controls Hybrid Approach: Does the design balance physical and touch buttons effectively? Essential Physical Buttons: Are key controls (or control ex: power, reset, etc.) accessible and tactile for elderly users? Touch Screen: Is the touch interface intuitive for infrequent yet detailed interactions? Accessibility: Are buttons and screens easy to operate, considering font size, brightness, and navigation simplicity? 5. App Integration Only one or two screenshot kind of frames are enough, we don't want details. It could be digital pictures or hand drawing, choose which is easier for you. Intuitive Wireframe: Does the app offer a simple and clear interface with the following features: Home Screen: Overall plant health indicators (water level, sunlight, temperature). Notifications: Custom reminders for watering and lighting adjustments. Sound Controls: Natural sound selection and volume adjustment. Elderly Accessibility: Does the app accommodate elderly users with larger text and simplified navigation? 6. Charging & Energy Port Standard: Does the pot use a USB Type-C charging port for universal compatibility? Safety Standards: Is the port and plug designed to meet Turkey’s electrical safety regulations? Energy Storage: Is there sufficient energy storage in the temple tips for auxiliary functions (e.g., lighting)? 9. Aesthetic Appeal Design Harmony: Does the pot maintain an organic aesthetic while incorporating functional features? Color & Material: Does the design retain earthy tones like brown, complementing the use of wood for the stand? Render Feedback: Are the renders realistic and functional, aiding in refining the color and material choices? 10. Market Feasibility Cost-Effectiveness: Can the product be produced and sold at a competitive price? Target Demographic: Does the design cater to both elderly users and modern plant enthusiasts? Unique Selling Points: Are the integrated features (e.g., telescopic light, expressive states, sound integration) market-differentiating? 8.…
We truly appreciate your ideas and hard work. Thank you for your thoughtful communication and collaboration with us throughout this process as the designer. At this stage, we’d like to share our group’s collective feedback based on your initial ideas. Below, we will outline the features and concepts we’d like to incorporate into the final product, drawing inspiration directly from the thoughtful and creative elements each of you proposed. We believe these refined features will create a product that is both practical and uniquely tailored to meet our user’s needs. Our Main Selection Is YURUI's IDEAS. But, we expect you to include these features given below: Adjustable Light System (Inspired by Fuyuan): We’re incorporating Fuyuan's suggestion for an additional light source for the plant. However, we’re emphasizing that the light should have an adjustable height to accommodate the plant’s growth over time, ensuring it’s positioned correctly as the plant grows. Nature Sounds Integration (Inspired by Fuyuan): Fuyuan’s idea of adding nature sounds is included in a simplified form, allowing users to control these sounds directly on the pot with a button rather than relying on an app. This makes it more practical and accessible for an elderly user. Cultural Decoration Options (Inspired by Yirui): From Yirui’s idea of using Turkish motifs, we suggest applying these cultural patterns selectively on specific areas of the pot to create a clean, aesthetically pleasing design that honors the user’s cultural background. Interactive Reminder and Feedback System (Inspired by Yirui): Taking inspiration from Yirui’s concept of an interactive pot, we propose a simple reminder system that notifies the user about watering or care needs. We suggest implementing an intuitive, single-button interaction to keep it straightforward. Humidity and Temperature Monitoring (Inspired by Yirui): Drawing from Yirui’s sensor-based features, we propose a simplified version that monitors humidity and temperature, providing basic feedback in a way that’s easy for the user to understand. Rechargeable Battery for Portability (Inspired by Yirui): Yirui’s idea of using a rechargeable battery for portability is included, allowing the elderly user to move the pot easily and ensuring it remains user-friendly. Modular and Customizable Sizing Options (Inspired by Yirui): Inspired by Yirui’s idea of modular sizing for different plant types, we propose offering two size options to accommodate various plants while maintaining a customizable and accessible design. Good luck in the project!
We are happy to share our finalized brief! After the updates we wanted to share it under the title of "Finalized Design Brief" directly. Best regards, Team 12. LATEST UPDATES ARE GIVEN AT THE BOTTOM BRIEF: For our project, we are seeking a smart “planter/plant pot” design that enriches the daily lives of elderly individuals and carries cultural significance. The planter should monitor the plant’s health, have automatic watering capabilities, and be user-friendly, and customizable. Additionally, it should include interactive features that support elderly individuals in forming emotional connections with plants and maintaining this ritual. Intended Users: Grandparents. (Our primary users are grandparents, specifically individuals aged 60 and above. This age group encompasses diverse lifestyles, from those living independently to those sharing a home with family members.) Target Market: 60+ Elderly Individuals.Note: We aim to cater to a broad spectrum of elderly users, with a focus on those who live alone, elderly couples, and those living with their families, in that order. We place great emphasis on the well-being of elderly individuals, particularly those with memory impairments such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. Recognizing their need for companionship and communication, we aim to develop products that not only assist with daily tasks but also offer emotional support through a connection with plants. Many elderly people enjoy talking to their plants, and our plant system can enhance this experience by providing gentle reminders for care and even self-watering when necessary. This reduces the anxiety of forgetfulness while offering a comforting presence they can interact with. By fostering this interaction, we aim to make plant care a soothing and enjoyable routine that brings comfort and joy. Whether living alone, with a partner, or in a family setting, plants become a source of emotional connection, giving elderly individuals a sense of purpose and companionship. Our goal is to strengthen this bond by ensuring plant care is easy and accessible, allowing them to enjoy the benefits without physical strain or worry. Our approach ensures that each user group is supported in maintaining their independence, nurturing their routines, and celebrating the small joys of life, whether through interaction with family or personal activities. EXPECTED FORM: We’re excited to see the development of the application unfold, and we look forward to viewing sketches and 3D models of the concepts as they take shape, before the main prototype (The prototype at the end might be in the scale of 1/2 or 1/1) is done. It’s important to us to visually follow the creative journey and see the ideas come to life! PROBLEM DEFINITION: The goal is to design a smart planter that enriches the daily lives of elderly individuals and carries cultural significance. This planter should have an aesthetic and customizable structure; it should reflect the cultural sentiment that elderly individuals would want to have in their homes, adopting a maximalist design philosophy. Function: The planter could be equipped with sunlight and moisture sensors, allowing it to monitor the health of the plant. Additionally, it could be able to provide status notifications through voice prompts, making it easier for…
UPDATES ARE GIVEN AT THE BOTTOM BRIEF: For our project, we are seeking a smart “planter/plant pot” design that enriches the daily lives of elderly individuals and carries cultural significance. The planter should monitor the plant’s health, have automatic watering capabilities, and be user-friendly, and customizable. Additionally, it should include interactive features that support elderly individuals in forming emotional connections with plants and maintaining this ritual. Intended Users: Grandparents. (Our primary users are grandparents, specifically individuals aged 60 and above. This age group encompasses diverse lifestyles, from those living independently to those sharing a home with family members.) Target Market: 60+ Elderly Individuals.Note: We aim to cater to a broad spectrum of elderly users, with a focus on those who live alone, elderly couples, and those living with their families, in that order. We place great emphasis on the well-being of elderly individuals, particularly those with memory impairments such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. Recognizing their need for companionship and communication, we aim to develop products that not only assist with daily tasks but also offer emotional support through a connection with plants. Many elderly people enjoy talking to their plants, and our plant system can enhance this experience by providing gentle reminders for care and even self-watering when necessary. This reduces the anxiety of forgetfulness while offering a comforting presence they can interact with. By fostering this interaction, we aim to make plant care a soothing and enjoyable routine that brings comfort and joy. Whether living alone, with a partner, or in a family setting, plants become a source of emotional connection, giving elderly individuals a sense of purpose and companionship. Our goal is to strengthen this bond by ensuring plant care is easy and accessible, allowing them to enjoy the benefits without physical strain or worry. Our approach ensures that each user group is supported in maintaining their independence, nurturing their routines, and celebrating the small joys of life, whether through interaction with family or personal activities. EXPECTED FORM: We’re excited to see the development of the application unfold, and we look forward to viewing sketches and 3D models of the concepts as they take shape, before the main prototype (The prototype at the end might be in the scale of 1/2 or 1/1) is done. It’s important to us to visually follow the creative journey and see the ideas come to life! PROBLEM DEFINITION: The goal is to design a smart planter that enriches the daily lives of elderly individuals and carries cultural significance. This planter should have an aesthetic and customizable structure; it should reflect the cultural sentiment that elderly individuals would want to have in their homes, adopting a maximalist design philosophy. Function: The planter could be equipped with sunlight and moisture sensors, allowing it to monitor the health of the plant. Additionally, it could be able to provide status notifications through voice prompts, making it easier for users to receive information about their plants. The product should not take up much space, be lightweight and portable, and be made from durable materials to withstand drops. It…
BRIEF: For our project, we are seeking a smart “planter/plant pot” design that enriches the daily lives of elderly individuals and carries cultural significance. The planter should monitor the plant’s health, have automatic watering capabilities, and be user-friendly, and customizable. Additionally, it should include interactive features that support elderly individuals in forming emotional connections with plants and maintaining this ritual. Intended Users: Grandparents. (Our primary users are grandparents, specifically individuals aged 60 and above. This age group encompasses diverse lifestyles, from those living independently to those sharing a home with family members.) Target Market: 60+ Elderly Individuals.Note: We aim to cater to a broad spectrum of elderly users, with a focus on those who live alone, elderly couples, and those living with their families, in that order. We place great emphasis on the well-being of elderly individuals, particularly those with memory impairments such as Alzheimer's or dementia. Recognizing their need for companionship and communication, we aim to develop products that not only assist with daily tasks but also offer emotional support through a connection with plants. Many elderly people enjoy talking to their plants, and our plant system can enhance this experience by providing gentle reminders for care and even self-watering when necessary. This reduces the anxiety of forgetfulness while offering a comforting presence they can interact with. By fostering this interaction, we aim to make plant care a soothing and enjoyable routine that brings comfort and joy. Whether living alone, with a partner, or in a family setting, plants become a source of emotional connection, giving elderly individuals a sense of purpose and companionship. Our goal is to strengthen this bond by ensuring plant care is easy and accessible, allowing them to enjoy the benefits without physical strain or worry. Our approach ensures that each user group is supported in maintaining their independence, nurturing their routines, and celebrating the small joys of life, whether through interaction with family or personal activities. EXPECTED FORM: We’re excited to see the development of the application unfold, and we look forward to viewing sketches and 3D models of the concepts as they take shape, before the main prototype (The prototype at the end might be in the scale of 1/2 or 1/1) is done. It's important to us to visually follow the creative journey and see the ideas come to life! PROBLEM DEFINITION: The goal is to design a smart planter that enriches the daily lives of elderly individuals and carries cultural significance. This planter should have an aesthetic and customizable structure; it should reflect the cultural sentiment that elderly individuals would want to have in their homes, adopting a maximalist design philosophy. Function: The planter could be equipped with sunlight and moisture sensors, allowing it to monitor the health of the plant. Additionally, it could be able to provide status notifications through voice prompts, making it easier for users to receive information about their plants. The product should not take up much space, be lightweight and portable, and be made from durable materials to withstand drops. It…