Type
Personal Project
Time
2 weeks
A desk air purifier, designed to bring powerful purification and sleek, minimalist aesthetics to compact spaces, blending style and function seamlessly for the modern workspace.
Why did I think about it?
Air in India, specially in cities such as New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, etc have a very high air quality index and rank amongst the poorest air quality globally.
All 3 are metropolitan cities which have a lot of offices and small sized apartments.
Cities are Indian cities on an average out of the 10 most polluted cities in the world
Since the average Indian spends more than 80% of their time indoors, especially in urban settings, indoor air quality significantly impacts health.
Air purification in small spaces
Compact, personal air purifiers are becoming popular, particularly in urban homes and offices, where people live in tight spaces and office layouts are becoming more compact. In these environments, larger purifiers may not fit well or be necessary.
How does it work?
1. Air Intake
The purifier's fan draws air through intake vents, creating a low-pressure zone that pulls surrounding air into the device.
2. Filtration
As air enters, it passes through a filter which traps dust particles, pollutants, and other impurities, allowing only clean air to move forward.
3. Clean Air Output
The filtered, purified air is then pushed outward by the fan, circulating back into the room.
4. Repetition
As the clean air is pushed out, a low pressure zone is created again which pulls air for purification and the process repeats
Pain Points
Not Portable
Captures lot of space
Live AQI not available in some models
Fan Noise
Efficiency Factors
Large filters leads to more
inlets for air to enter
Faster fans leads to air
moving in and out quickly
Kept at 3-5 feet height
leads to better airflow
Market Analysis
How can I solve it?
Project goal : How might we make air purification more accessible and efficient for small spaces such as office cubicles, hostels and compact homes
Idea 1
By adding a secondary filter, thus taking in almost double amount of air which can improve filtration rate without increasing the power consumption only with a single fan due to more number of holes to intake air
Idea 2
A cylindrical form allows more of filter area inside the form thus I chose it which will again increase efficiency and speed.
Idea 3
By taking in air from the sides and bottom enabling it to take in more air while not compromising on the compact size.
Idea 4
Taking air from below, purifying it and pushing it out upwards is another efficient way so that purified air doesn’t again and again enter the purifier.
Conceptualisation
Introducing Aero
A sleek, compact desk air purifier crafted for small spaces. Engineered to fit seamlessly into workspaces or personal areas, it provides efficient air filtration to promote well-being in a style that’s modern and approachable.
How is it made?
CMF
Textured Aluminum Outer Casing
The choice of aluminum not only adds strength but also maintains a lightweight feel for portability. The natural, unpainted finish enhances its premium appeal while providing resistance to scratches.
Radial-Brushed Aluminum Disk
The top metal disk, featuring a radial brushed texture, adds a focal point to the purifier’s design. This brushed finish improves the tactile experience, reducing fingerprint marks for a clean, polished appearance.
Black Matte Plastic Base and Vents
Black matte plastic is chosen for its durability, ease of molding, and resistance to wear. This matte finish minimizes reflections, adding a sophisticated, low-profile look that contrasts elegantly with the metallic elements.