bring the outside in

fall 2025
14 weeks

virtual project for patagonia

68%

of the world population will be
living in urban areas in 2025

however…

The World Health Organization (WHO) has noted that mental health disorders are higher in urban areas,

with depression, anxiety, and substance abuse disorders being particularly prevalent.

what can we do about this ?

plants!

keeping indoor plants can…

58% reduction in depression

44% decreased in anger

30% reduced in cold-related illness

why won't people keep plants at home?

limited space in apartment

limited time due to fast paced life

not enough knowledge about plants

journey to the solution…

sketches

Idea brainstorming with quick sketches in procreate to find a solution.

form studies

Playing with shapes and curves to find a final shape for seedling. i finally chose the most universal shape that are able to grow most of the plants.

prototype

quick prototypes

Quick laser cutted MDF for sizing.

sanding

3d printed with FDM, primered & sanded to 400 grid.

painting

Spray with super glue to get the rough texture, then paint it with spray paint.

introducing…

Seedling is an aesthetically pleasing smart seed

pot that helps people living in the city manage their

indoor plants with modern technology.

The Seedling is an aesthetically pleasing smart seed pot that helps people living in the city manage their indoor plants with modern technology.

features