Mission of Project
To design a dishwashing system where sustainability is embedded in every interaction—reducing microplastic impact through mono-material parts, longevity, and intentional use.
How long is the Project?
14 weeks total with 10 weeks research
Skills I used
Canva
Procreate
Solidworks
Keyshot
Sustainable Minds
Twinmotion
Designed for Nura
20-40+
Age
Intentional
Behavior
Eco
Minimal
Practical
Psychographic
Why??
Around 199 million
metric tons plastic waste was wasted globally each year, leaking into soil, river, and sea.
OECD, Global Plastics Outlook, 2022
Microplastics are now found in the human body, from blood to vital organs, and are associated with a4.5x higher risk of heart attack and stroke.
Modular.
Low-Impact.
Mono-Material.
Ritual.
Longevity.
Everyday products — even small ones — contribute
incrementally to this cumulative condition.
High Replacement =
High Waste
In the U.S. alone, 400 million sponges are tossed away every year.
Average household replaces their sponge or wand head every 2-4 weeks.
Mixed plastics + sponge = recycling barriers
Short replacement cycle: manufacturing + disposal impacts
Intervention should:
Material choice
Disassembly
Lifespan
What Should Last? What Shouldn't?
How the Cat Tongue “Cleans”
Directional Friction:
The hooks are made of keratin (like human fingernails)
This creates a "one-way" grip: they slide into surfaces easily but provide immense resistance when pulled back.
Choreography of Cleaning
Different Types of Stain
Oil / Grease-Based Stains
Starch / Carb Residue
Protein-Based Stains
Tannin / Pigment Stains
Burnt
Residue
Soap Scum / Mineral Deposits
Strong natural fibers: mechanical removal (Anti Bacteria, Anti Oil)
High porosity: traps particles
Works well with hot water
Where intention turns into touch: the materials
Loofah (Luffa)
CO₂-based bioplastic (PPC + cellulose blends)
Where Impact Begins
• Material production is the primary source of impact.
• Extending lifespan significantly reduces environmental cost.
The Art of Conscious Cleaning.
