Confluence
2024 // Spring
Project Duration: 14 Weeks
On-the-Go Coffee Maker designed for people with a busy morning. Designed for speed, built for clarity.
Too Busy for a Slow Start
Mornings today are faster and fuller than ever. Between getting ready and rushing out, even brewing coffee can feel like another task—when it should be a moment to breathe.
The global single-serve coffee market was valued at ~$29 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow significantly, showing strong demand for convenience.
Mornings are compressed. ~30% of workers report having less than 30 minutes from wake-up to out-the-door
Roughly 1 in 3 adults don't get enough sleep. Early risers often sacrifice sleep. And making choices early in the morning is mentally taxing. Pre-programmed routines are highly valued.
PainPoints & Opportunity
Cleanup Avoidance: If it's messy or takes time to clean, it won't get used consistently.
Complexity = Delay: Complicated steps (grinding, tamping, frothing) are impossible during the rush.
Pre-Coffee Zombie Mode: Fine motor skills and decision-making are impaired. Fumbling with pods, buttons, or settings is frustrating.
What If
Silent dawn light glows. You pad to the kitchen. One tap wakes your machine: “Ready in 3 seconds.”
Slide in a capsule, no fumbling — magnetic alignment and Press one button.
A barely audible hum begins. No jets, no grumbles.
Meet
An effortless coffee machine that brews your coffee
30 seconds after turning on, you will get your first sip of coffee with warmth and clarity.
Design Process
