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LEFTOVERS
A KITCHEN ESSENTIAL TOOLKIT FOR TRAVELLERS

DESIGN BRIEF â€‹

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'Leftovers' project tackles the challenge of limited food options and cumbersome kitchenware on extended trips. The leftovers kit prioritises essential tools, meticulously designed to minimise weight and size without compromising functionality. Inclusivity was an important aspect while finding a solution to this challenge, tools were designed in a way which would keep in mind the left handed users as well who are often ignored.

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Anticipated outcome- A compact, inclusive and user friendly solution which empowers traveler to prepare a variety of dishes, fostering a sense of home where their adventure take them.

Date. May 2024 (sem8/year 4)

Category. Graduation Project

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OBJECTIVES-

  • To make a kit, including all the necessities while travelling like spatulas, knives, chopping board etc

  • The tools should be multi- functional/ collapsable for easy transportation. 

  • Make universally handled and inclusive tools, left handed people should not feel uncomfortable.

  • To make it lightweight, compact and that should not affect the quality.​

USER GROUP

HERE ARE SOME POTENTIAL TARGET AUDIENCES FOR SUCH A PRODUCT- 

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  • Global/ travel abroad students

  • Travellers due to business or personal reasons

  • Travellers and backpackers

GUIDELINES OF VARIOUS AIRLINES CARRYING SHARP OBJECTS

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MARKET RESEARCH

To figure out the concept, material and mechanism of an existing foldable chopping board-

  • Purchased a plastic chopping board from a well recognised website in the kitchenware market.

  • As a result, the marketed version of the chopping board was completely different from the one which I received.

  • The product marketed online was laying completely flat on the surface once unfolded but the one which I received did not. The outcome was unsatisfactory and did not fulfill the basic purpose of a chopping board.

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MOODBOARD

USER PERSONA

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IDEATIONS

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COURSE OF ACTION​

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LEFTOVERS

  •  The weight of the kit was one of the most important aspect of making it compact and travel friendly, i.e 826 grams in total.

  • This comprehensive kit features two versatile spatulas, a knife and peeler duo, and a foldable chopping board—all carefully selected to meet airline guidelines and ensure ease of travel.

  • Utilizing safe and preferred wood and plastic materials, every element has been chosen based on user insights and market analysis.

  • Additionally, Using specific type of German blades catering to left and right handed user reflects the commitment for providing accessible solutions for all.

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