Snapset

Sustainable utensil set with tactile feedback

Product Goals

Utilizes post
consumer waste

provides tactile
user experience

Fills a need for
target User

“Reusable tableware consistently outperforms single-use tableware in all the studies and across all environmental impact categories”
-Life Cycle Initiative

design PROCESS

Portable Utensil Set

Repurpose old metal silverware.

Create new handle out of recycled PLA plastic from 3D print waste.

Utensil ends snap into handle with a spring ball plunger and indentation.

Case Iterations

GLASSES CASE

This design looked sleek but was extremely awkward to use and caused frustration.

WATER BOTTLE CASE

This case was useful as a cup as well as utensil set but it was large and the functionality was clumsy compared to other solutions.

ROTATING PIPE CASE

Indentations on the inside of the cylinder snap into position at each marked position. Providing feedback to the user.

Manufacturing

Steel Pipe

Milling

Finish

3D Printing

Remove Handles

3D Print Waste

Handle Molding

Old Utensils

future improvements

Nothing can do without some improvements, here are some things I have noticed from user testing.

improve intuitive nature

Use indicators to highlight correct positioning and assembly of utensil and case.
Remove design cues such as ribbing on bottom dial to prevent twisting plastic insert in opposite directions.
Use more color for fun options and coded directions.
Explore more ergonomic handle designs.

design for certified food safety

Use different materials for the plastic insert to maximize sustainability, cleanability and food safety.
Optimize the case design for easy disassembly for cleaning.