Extingua

Making a technical object for home use more attracting.

A black and white image featuring two animal-shaped metal sculptures on a flat surface, each stylized with a fire extinguisher as the main body. The lighting creates a silhouette effect, highlighting the unique and creative design of the sculptures.

Sector

Industrial Design

Tools

Concept, prototyping and execution, production, logo and payoff, instructions, content production, website, social media

Description

Transforming a technical tool into a minimalistic design object, clearly inspired by Nordic aesthetics. This happened with Extingua – Animals: a project created to enhance the support of domestic fire extinguishers, redesigning their shape, and giving it a distinct identity, adaptable to any environment.

Concept

Fire extinguishers are often ‘relegated’ to inconspicuous corners of homes. However, their function is vital. From the idea of creating a support that enhances this important tool, giving it a body and a distinct identity, Extingua – Animals was born so to free domestic fire extinguishers from their ‘cage’ and make them blend in with every design object inside homes and offices.

Illustration of assembling a two-piece wooden stand labeled 'a' and 'b', with dashed lines indicating where parts fit together. On the left side of the image, a finished preview of the stand is shown supporting an object. An extinguisher is depicted at the top.

A whimsical sculpture of an elephant crafted from wood and a metallic spray bottle. The spray bottle represents the body, while wooden cutouts form the legs, ears, and head. The elephant's trunk is depicted by the spray nozzle trigger, which is yellow.

Illustration showing assembly instructions for a wooden reindeer. Components include labeled parts: a white water bottle, a reindeer head and antlers marked 'a', a body marked 'b', two pairs of legs marked 'c' and 'd'. Parts are displayed next to their corresponding slot outlines.

A bottle holder designed like a reindeer, made of light wood. The bottle, placed horizontally, mimics the body of the reindeer and is secured by the reindeer's antlers. The spout of the bottle protrudes from the front, resembling the reindeer's snout.

A diagram showing step-by-step assembly instructions for a wooden stand. The image includes labeled wooden parts (a, b, c, d, and e) as they fit together to form a stand, with a small fire extinguisher pictured at the top.

A white fire extinguisher is held in an upright position by a light wooden stand. The extinguisher has a hose on the top with a yellow handle, and it is securely cradled by the wooden structure, which has a simple and functional design.

Prototyping and execution

The combination of colors, shapes, and materials allows for the creation of functional prototypes and mock-ups that perfectly simulate the finished product before presenting it to the public.

Production

A modular project designed in three different forms: kangaroo, elephant, deer. The three animals are made with interlocking shapes in light wood, which enclose and support the household fire extinguisher, giving it the look and feel of Nordic design.

A stylish fire extinguisher with a wooden kangaroo-shaped stand is placed on a glass surface. The background features a large, leafy, artistic pattern, adding a modern and artistic touch to the scene.

A decorative wooden reindeer sculpture stands on a black shelf, featuring antlers and a small clip attached to its front. Behind it, a white plush polar bear is placed on the lower level of the same shelf, creating a playful contrast between the two figures.

Logo and payoff

A text that simulates the mobility of foam or powder from the fire extinguisher. The logo created for Extingua, combined with its payoff, humorously tells of all the safety contained in its products.

Istructions

As a safety device, the marketing of Extingua cannot overlook instructions, crucial for explaining both the construction of the product and its usage in case of necessity.

A tri-fold brochure on a gray background. The brochure includes instructions in multiple languages, with headings in red text and detailed paragraphs in black text. Sections are divided with clear lines, organized in columns for easy reading.

Content Production

Extingua is a safety device that speaks for itself, but its aesthetic potential can also be showcased through printed and digital materials, photographs, and videos.

A white fire extinguisher with a colorful design and "ERROR No Fire" text is placed on a black and white striped table. Next to it, there is a curved, white light lamp. The background is a dark-colored wall.

A white fire extinguisher decorated with colorful abstract head illustrations stands on a wooden surface. Next to it is a white sculpture of an open-mouthed crocodile. In the blurred background, there is a book and another indistinct object.

A white fire extinguisher with the words "KEEP CALM AND EXTINGUISH THE FIRE" in green, gray, and red letters sits on a wooden shelf. The background features a modern lamp and other household items.

A decorative fire extinguisher with a white body features a minimalist design of a fork, a knife, and a spoon, along with the word "kitchen" printed on it. The extinguisher is placed on a stylized, textured pedestal against a gold, geometric patterned background.

Image of a smartphone displaying a picture of a fire extinguisher with a modern design. The extinguisher is white with colorful square patterns in red, blue, and yellow. The word "extingua" is written at the bottom.

Collage of fire safety items including a fire extinguisher decorated with colorful geometric shapes, a shelf holding an extinguisher and toy, a woman in a blue coat posing with the extinguisher, and a close-up of the extinguisher's nozzle. Text reads "Scopri Extingua Play.

Website

A simple website created to showcase the product and allow for direct purchase on the platform. Extingua is presented with all its features and capabilities in terms of safety, functionality, aesthetics, and even customization.

A website featuring designer fire extinguishers. The main section highlights a fire extinguisher with artistic design beside a white arch. Below, different collections, including "Extreme Polygons," "Animal Collection," and "Foam Collection" are displayed with images and descriptions.

A webpage showcasing a collection of designer fire extinguishers and decorative items. The items include various fire extinguishers with different colorful and artistic designs, alongside a few animal-shaped decorative wooden figures. The layout is organized in a grid format.

Social media

A straightforward communication towards users, created to enhance Extingua on social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest, ideal for highlighting the aesthetics of each single product.