CIRCADIA
A personalized AI lighting and sound system designed to help users adapt to different time zones naturally. By analyzing your sleep patterns, it gradually adjusts light and sound like familiar morning sounds from home to gently align your body clock with your destination.
PROJECT VALUES
A portable smart light that helps with jet lag adjustment and allows you to set the mood wherever you are.
DESIGN CONTEXT
THE PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL, AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING OF PEOPLE BY TAILORING LIGHTING TO THEIR NEEDS, ACTIVITIES, AND NATURAL RHYTHMS.
Circadian Rhythm | Human Centered | Mind Body Balance
TARGET AUDIENCE
TRAVELERS | BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS
It is to reduce jet lag and help users feel more comfortable in new environments.
PROBLEM
JET LAG | FIRST NIGHT EFFECT
80% of travelers struggle to sleep when staying away from home.
JET LAG
Difficulty sleeping is a leading symptom of jet lag. Traveling across time zones can cause disturbances in the brain mechanisms for falling asleep.
Slow your
thinking
Cause daytime drowsiness
FIRST NIGHT
Disturbed sleep due to being in a new place. One brain hemisphere remains more awake than the other during sleep.
Cause
irritability
Decrease
energy levels
WITHOUT ENOUGH SLEEP
BUSINESS TRAVELERS
Cannot perform optimally
PLEASURE SEEKERS
Get less enjoyment out of a vacation
RIGHT LIGHT AT THE RIGHT TIME = BETTER SLEEP, BETTER FOCUS, BETTER YOU
WHAT DO THEY NEED?
Users need a lighting product that is easy to carry, simple to control, and convenient to charge anytime, anywhere.
COMPACT
Easy to pack in a carry on or backpack.
SMART CONTROL
App controlled or automatic brightness adjustment.
CHARGING
USB-C charging, built in battery, solar charging for outdoor use.
DESIGN OPPORTUNITY
ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT
Compact and travel friendly design, easy to carry in a backpack or suitcase without adding bulk.
ALL IN ONE MULTI MODE
Versatile lighting options for different needs, including sleep mode, work mode, and relaxation mode.
BUILT IN SOUND
Integrated white noise and nature sounds to enhance sleep quality.
INSPIRATION
MINIMALISM | STREAMLINED | SIMPLE
The design embraces minimalism through a streamlined form and simple details, offering a clean yet functional aesthetic.
CMF & FINISH
HARMONY WITH NATURE
Warm tones and textures inspired by nature to provide psychological comfort.
BIO PLASTIC | FROSTED ACRYLIC | SILICONE | FINISHING & INSPECTION
AI CIRCADIAN ADAPTATION
AI is used to personalize lighting settings based on user behavior, optimize energy usage, and enhance overall user experience through smart automation.
CIRCADIA
CIRCADIAN RHYTHEM | SMART CONTROL | PORTABLE