LIFE POD
How do we even use water?
According to the German Federal Association of Energy and Water Management (Yearly)
or around
40,000 L
of drinking water
60%
comes solely from taking showers and flushing the toilet
43 Years
enough drinking water for an adult to drink over
The traditional process (in a nutshell)
Drinking water x1
External container
Waste 1x
Drinking water x1
Drinking water x2
Waste x2
The solution idea (in a nutshell)
How does it look like?
LifePod is a two-part automated system that captures and filters shower water to reuse it for flushing toilets. It’s an easy-to-install, tenant-friendly solution that saves water without requiring lifestyle changes.
THE POD
A smart stopper placed over the drain, measuring and displaying the amount of water saved per shower.
THE CHEST
A compact external container with automatic pumps that collect, filter, and redirect water when needed.
Aestetically integrated
Unlike large built-in filtration systems, LifePod is designed for both renters and homeowners, making water conservation effortless.
It seamlessly integrates into any bathroom. A single model adapts to different spaces with laying or standing variants, requiring just three interchangeable parts to fit various setups.
Why Life Pod?
Water is one of our most essential resources, yet we waste an incredible amount of it daily, often without even realizing it. The idea behind LifePod came from a simple question:
How can we reuse water in a way that feels effortless?
Most water recycling systems are complex, expensive, and require major installations, making them inaccessible for most people. I wanted to design something that anyone could integrate into their home, whether they rent or own, without compromising convenience or aesthetics.
LifePod is about practical sustainability, a system that doesn’t ask users to change their habits but instead works seamlessly in the background to make conservation easy.
My take?
Learned and developed skills in:
User centered Design
Cognitive ergonomics
Sustainability
Electronics & automation
Fluids simulations