Ice Inserts Designing, Manufacturing and Inspiration
In the development of GLAZER Press, designing interchangeable inserts is not just a technical challenge but also a stage for creativity. This blog post delves into our insert design process, including the design thoughts behind different inserts, manufacturing methods, and our sources of inspiration.
Design Intention
Our goal was to create an ice press that is powerful and easy to use and sparks users' creativity. We designed a series of inserts, allowing users to produce ice in various shapes for different needs and occasions. From classic spheres to complex organic shapes, each insert is intended to enhance the visual enjoyment and overall experience of beverages.
- Sphere inserts: As basic shapes, they meet everyday cooling needs, but we optimized their proportions and details to make the ice blocks more attractive and melt evenly.
- Other inserts: Inspired by modern design and natural elements, such as hearts and planets, which are aesthetically pleasing and create unique visual effects in beverages.
- Custom inserts: Considering users' desire for personalization, we are considering whether to offer custom mold services, allowing users to design unique inserts based on their interests or specific occasions.
ice inserts
Manufacturing and Technical Challenges
The manufacturing process of the insert is filled with technical challenges. Meanwhile, we used precise 3D printing technology to create ice models to test ice block quality.
3D printed ice models
Inspiration Sources
Our inspiration for insert designs is wide-ranging, from celestial bodies to disco lights at KTVs. The lines and shapes of modern architecture, as well as the techniques of abstract art, have provided rich inspiration for our mold designs. We also pay close attention to user feedback and suggestions, with many creative mold ideas originating from user needs and innovative thoughts.
users' ideas
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