The design challenge
Tegnis – a part of VolkerWessels – asked WeLLDesign to develop a product that could be mass produced based on the idea and the defined specifications. In addition, it had to have a neutral and attractive design.
The solution
The Decentralized Unit (DCU) is a combined device to provide heating, cooling and air purification per living space. The decentralized operation of the DCU Climatefit ensures that the climate is controlled per room.
Putting an end to overcapacity
Traditional central heating and ventilation are characterised by a central heat source or motor that generates overcapacity in 90% of situations. The DCU Climatefit makes short work of this. Heat and fresh air are not transported unnecessarily and are therefore not lost in water and air pipes. In addition, the DCU Climatefit recovers residual heat from exhausted ventilation air. With the DCU Climatefit, the indoor climate can be fully adjusted per room - without unnecessary energy consumption and with maximum comfort.
Universal
Doordat voor de DCU Climatefit geen ingewikkelde leidingsystemen hoeven te worden aangebracht is het ideaal toe te passen in nieuwbouw, renovatie van bestaande woningen, monumenten, tiny houses, recreatiewoningen, flexwoningen e.d.
The use of a low-noise fan creates a pleasant living environment, even quiet enough for use in bedrooms. A glass front gives the product a sleek and high-quality appearance and makes it possible to personalize the product.
GIO nomination
WeLLDesign and Tegnis have received a GIO recognition for the DCU Climatefit. On saturday October 5th 2019 an independent, professional jury consisting of Jan Siebers (chairman), Zuzanna Skalska and Hans Robertus assessed our DCU and nominated it for Recognition Good Industrial Design 2019.
Design process
The systems were developed and tested via the usual phasing of proof of concept, function model, product prototype and production prototype. In each phase a higher level of detailing took place until it was ready for production.
One of the fundamental choices in the DCU climatefit is the use of an EPP moulded part in which components are clicked and the air guidance and air and condensation tightness are realised.
Dutch Design Week
The DCU Climatefit is included in the special exhibition ‘Good Industrial Design Award 2019’ during the Dutch Design Week in Eindhoven.
Detail image of the DCU. The use of a low-noise fan creates a pleasant living environment, quiet enough for use in bedrooms.
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