In Collaboration with
VENTO
Travel-friendly Hair Dryer
Easy Assembly of the Wire
Current Problem
Solution
DESIGN OPPORTUNITY
"To design a travel-friendly hair dryer that solves common packing, usability, and safety issues without sacrificing performance."
MODULAR + COMPACT | ADJUSTABLE HEAT | PREMIUM AESTHETIC
Existing travel hairdryers sacrifice performance for portability, while high-performing dryers remain too bulky to travel with. No current product balances both — that is the space VENTO is designed to occupy.
Compact
VENTO
Difficulty in packing due to the bulky size of the hair dryer.
Hair getting stuck in the back of the hair dryer is a big issue that all users face.
They find it difficult to adjust the amount of heat on their hair dryers.
Wire getting entangled, increasing the bulkiness of the product.
High Performance
CURRENT MARKET ANALYSIS
Vento is a sleek, compact hair dryer designed to simplify hairstyling on the go. Developed in collaboration with Havells, Vento boasts a lightweight, portable design that fits easily into luggage, while its powerful motor and optimized airflow ensure fast, efficient drying and styling.
With versatile settings to suit various hair types and styles, Vento is the perfect companion for modern travelers seeking salon-quality results wherever their adventures take them.
Software: Solidworks, Rhino3D, Keyshot, Adobe Photoshop, Vizcom, Google AI
Skillset: Sketching, CAD, 3D Rendering, Research, Prototyping, CMF
Bulky
Low Performance
VENTO
Travel-friendly Hair Dryer
HEAT LEVEL ADJUSTMENT
ON/OFF BUTTON
ATTACHMENT EJECT BUTTON
Intake. Outlet. Placed with purpose.
The air inlet sits at the lower back — away from the airflow and out of reach of hair. The outlet vents at the top rear, releasing heat before it builds. Two details. One decision — keep the experience safe without the user ever thinking about it.
Magnetically Aligned Mechanical Plug
Easy Swapping of Attachments
Aluminum. Chosen for more than looks.
Lightweight yet durable, aluminum conducts and dissipates heat efficiently — keeping VENTO cool during use while maintaining a premium feel in the hand.
Process Photos
Evaluating the Initial Form Based on the User Feedback
• Control layout was confusing, making adjustments harder than intended.
• Wired power connection appeared bulky and impractical for daily use.
• Insights guided the next iteration towards a sleeker, more intuitive design.
Finalizing the Form
