overview
Lluvial is a low-cost, analog rainwater filtration and storage system developed for Rotoplas. Created in response to the global water crisis, the product integrates three functional components—collection, filtration, and storage—within an aesthetically conscious urban design.
process
Using the Design Thinking methodology, the project included user research, moodboarding, low- and high-fidelity prototyping, and a final 3D printed alpha model. The iterative exploration improved technical performance while ensuring usability and visual harmony.
Sketching and form exploration focused on developing a functional yet symbolic shape, with a flower-inspired structure that responds to water levels. The constant iteration strengthened my analytical skills and problem-solving mindset.
ideation
prototyping
A custom mechanical system was designed to mimic an inverted umbrella, closing the petals as the container fills to prevent contamination. The mechanism clearly communicates its status to the user, reinforcing trust in the product’s functionality.
This project reinforced my ability to align technical feasibility with socio-environmental impact, and demonstrated how design can propose meaningful, accessible solutions to pressing global challenges.