leaven is a raised toaster that lives suspended beneath your cabinets
but why raise a toaster?
counter space is limited in many people's kitchens
why should the toaster compete for real estate with other appliances?
the solution: re-imagine where your toaster resides
initial ideation focused mainly on concept exploration, which gradually focused on the theme of a suspended toaster
form features were further considered as the concept developed
to guide aesthetic decisions, inspiration was taken from the iconic Herman Miller brand
research was also done on existing toasters to evaluate potential areas for further innovation within the product market
take away:
strive for a space saving but attractive design
implement transparency - let people observe their toast's status
utilize a mix of natural and manufactured materials
introducing:
leaven, a raised toaster concept
customizable cooking settings give users versatility in their toasting options
the induction heated plate and infrared heating panel work together to evenly brown breads and baked goods without flipping
users may also choose to toast something using just the induction or the infrared heating
mix-n-match colorways:
three monochrome housing options and three wood finishes
given the nature of induction cooking, the ceramic toasting tray will cool rapidly
this means toast lovers will be able to place the tray directly on tablecloths or other surfaces without worrying about damage from residual heat
have your daily bread,
leavened
