Water dispenser visual research

Visual research was conducted into pre-existing water fountains. This was to gain a general idea surrounding what is currently available upon the market. 

Smaller, desk built water fountains like the above, are highly effective for office use. When in meetings with professionals, water dispenser design is essential as the company do not want to portray the wrong image to the client. 

An example of ways in which companies use material goods is that of the pen company. Pens range from £100 plus, and thus it is more about the experience of using the pen, and its reception by the client. As a result of this I would propose that an innovative, classic look must be taken for the water fountain. 

Covered in chrome, this design explores a sleek yet cold approach. The aesthetic is very modern and thus connotes high power, and technological advances. When thinking about this design in comparison to the thirsty planet brand, it is evident that a design such as the above would not be appropriate as it does not connote the same friendly, organic feel as the rest of the branding. 

Companies often have their own water fountains developed in order to highlight their brand further. This is usually apparent in banks and private dentists. The above design although containing the companies logo, are not very innovative and thus I am to push the design and structure of the water fountain further. 

Both hot and cold water dispensers can be bought and thus it is important that this feature is decided upon, I will ask the group for feedback upon this.

A fun caricature could be developed although this may appear immature. The above design looks as if it has a young target audience, and thus I do not believe that a similar design would promote thirsty planet in a professional manner. 

See-through glass approaches appear mature. The idea that you are able to add your own elements (such as depicted above) allows an extra component to be added to the design. This also allows the water to appear fresh and hydrating. 

The above design shows a basic water dispenser. The form of the water dispenser could be relatively simple, as long as the design is impactful.