DRI
DRI
Compact Dehumidifier
Compact Dehumidifier
A portable dehumidifier that is designed to absorb excess moister in small living environments. Designed for portability and versatile usage.
A portable dehumidifier that is designed to absorb excess moister in small living environments. Designed for portability and versatile usage.
Disciplines:
Industrial design
3D Visualization
Disciplines:
Industrial design
3D Visualization
Time:
Spring 2023 - 4 Weeks
Time:
Spring 2023 - 4 Weeks
DRI
Compact Dehumidifier
A portable dehumidifier that is designed to absorb excess moister in small living environments. Designed for portability and versatile usage.
Disciplines:
Industrial design
3D Visualization
Time:
Spring 2023 - 4 Weeks
THE PROBLEM
THE PROBLEM
Moisture can lead to spoil perishables, mold buildup, and other negative consequences.
Moisture can lead to spoil perishables, mold buildup, and other negative consequences.
Current dehumidifiers are large and are meant for large spaces. The size prevents for ease of transportation, storage, and versatile usage.
Current dehumidifiers are large and are meant for large spaces. The size prevents for ease of transportation, storage, and versatile usage.
RESEARCH
4.2 million cases of asthma in the U.S are attributed to dampness and mold exposure in home
93% of chronic sinus infections have been attributed to mold.
70% of households contain some level of mold.
FINDING OPPORTUNITY
FINDING OPPORTUNITY
Dehumidifiers removes moisture from the air that can be detrimental to the user and the environment. This prevents the growth of mold and dust that can be harmful to a wide range of individuals.
Dehumidifiers removes moisture from the air that can be detrimental to the user and the environment. This prevents the growth of mold and dust that can be harmful to a wide range of individuals.
Dehumidifiers removes moisture from the air that can be detrimental to the user and the environment. This prevents the growth of mold and dust that can be harmful to a wide range of individuals.
How can we encourage the usage of dehumidifiers in different environments?
How can we encourage the usage of dehumidifiers in different environments?
How can we encourage the usage of dehumidifiers in different environments?
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Moisture can lead to spoil perishables, mold buildup, and other negative consequences.
Moisture can lead to spoil perishables, mold buildup, and other negative consequences.
Current dehumidifiers are large and are meant for large spaces. The size prevents for ease of transportation, storage, and versatile usage.
Current dehumidifiers are large and are meant for large spaces. The size prevents for ease of transportation, storage, and versatile usage.
DESIGN CRITERIA
Intriguing
Intriguing
Intriguing
Intriguing form that blends Arc’teryx’s design and branding style with athletic streetwear.
Compact
Compact
Compact
Distinguishable features and form that follows an athletic silhouette
Mechanism
Mechanism
Mechanism
Usage of high quality materials that promote longevity during rainy weather conditions.
INITIAL IDEATION
INITIAL IDEATION
Quick ideation lead me to gear towards cylindrical forms. These sketches focused on how to integrate removal excess water, user interface, and attachments.
Quick ideation lead me to gear towards cylindrical forms. These sketches focused on how to integrate removal excess water, user interface, and attachments.
DETAIL REFINEMENT
DETAIL REFINEMENT
Detail refinement was conducted in Rhinoceros and Keyshot to test out color, form, and attachments.
Detail refinement was conducted in Rhinoceros and Keyshot to test out color, form, and attachments.
PROTOTYPING
PROTOTYPING
3D printed parts were made in order to test component fitting and the overall size of the product.
3D printed parts were made in order to test component fitting and the overall size of the product.
TOP HOOKS
TOP HOOKS
C-Hooks rest on the top of the lid, allowing users to flip them up when in use and then set them down when not needed.
C-Hooks rest on the top of the lid, allowing users to flip them up when in use and then set them down when not needed.
VERSATILE FUNCTION
VERSATILE FUNCTION
VERSATILE FUNCTION
The C-Hooks serve multiple purposes, functioning as both hangers for DRI and convenient handles for easy transportation.
The C-Hooks serve multiple purposes, functioning as both hangers for DRI and convenient handles for easy transportation.
FABRIC PROTECTION
FABRIC PROTECTION
DRI is equipped with two protection barriers. The two-level barrier is designed to prevent both small and large particles from entering its circuits.
DRI is equipped with two protection barriers. The two-level barrier is designed to prevent both small and large particles from entering its circuits.
LED LIGHTS
LED LIGHTS
DRI features a battery level indicator with four LED lights on both sides. To safeguard against water damage, the motherboard is discreetly positioned on the external wall of the water vent.
DRI features a battery level indicator with four LED lights on both sides. To safeguard against water damage, the motherboard is discreetly positioned on the external wall of the water vent.
ULTRASONIC SENSOR
ULTRASONIC SENSOR
The ultrasonic sensor in DRI detects when the water has reached its maximum level, preventing overflow.
The ultrasonic sensor in DRI detects when the water has reached its maximum level, preventing overflow.
DAVID GRIFFIN
© 2026 David Griffin. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Contact: Griffindavid343@gmail.com
DAVID GRIFFIN
© 2026 David Griffin. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Contact: Griffindavid343@gmail.com
DAVID GRIFFIN
© 2026 David Griffin. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Contact: Griffindavid343@gmail.com