Rise and Shine
Alarm clock concept
Introduction
We've all been there, what's supposed to be a 5 minute snooze ends up being a vicious snooze cycle we struggle to fight out of. Sleep experts agree that snoozing only contributes to a tired morning, and doesn't help us feel more rested. But how can we resist our warm, comfy bed and sweet dreams when the only thing stopping us is a touch of the snooze?
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According to research and surveys, it was found that most people find it difficult to wake up at the time they desire to in the morning. Yet fewer people say that they wake up feeling fresh and energised, ready to begin the day with a new zing.
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In this interesting project, I developed a research-backed, fully functioning prototype for a multi-sensory alarm clock concept that aims to wake you up feeling refreshed!
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Unleash your anger by hitting/ slapping the box. Sensors in the clock will detect it and silence the buzzer
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Ambient light from the sunlamp intensifies over time, mimicking a sunrise in your room, packed with a healthy dose of vitamin D
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Aroma of coffee gradually fills the room to engage your smell to awaken you. Option to choose peppermint or citrus oils, known effective energisers
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Natural sounds of chirping birds, ocean waves, a motivational song or your loved one's voice that increase slowly to uplift your mood
Today the market is replete with many innovative alarm clocks that ensure you wake up on time by hook or by crook. But there are very few that consider the human factors and take into account the user's mood and energy.
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The survey conducted revealed that the real is not just to wake up, but wake up feeling refreshed. Majority of participants preferred waking up naturally, they also favoured being woken up by a loved one.
Brainstorming
Rise and Shine
Wake up naturally with the simulation of a morning sunrise in your room! An alarm clock that employs all your senses including sound, sight, smell and touch to get you out of bed not only on time, but also in a good mood
Mood Board
Process and Material sourcing
How it works
User sets the alarm 10 minutes before they want to wake up. It begins with a light buzzing sound that wakes you up. You can let. anger or frustration out by hitting the box with your hand. This triggers the light, sound and smell features to gradually intensify after the buzzer stops. Rather than instantly waking up, Rise and shine enables you to take the time to stretch, roll, meditate, collect your thoughts to start the day on a positive note. Involving. your senses is. proven to boost your mood, so let the magic of rise and shine, shine!
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