DotCone features a grab-and-go speaker that slots into its doc
Combining two simple shapes to create a sculptural aesthetic, the DotCone speaker is designed for delivering sound that can travel—literally
Kieron is a freelance writer and Digital Consultant who doesn't consider himself a design lover but a user of design - which to him is more than enough.
LinkedinMechanical engineer Lidia Gómez turned the saying ‘form follows function’ on its head with the DotCone speaker.
The concept started out with an exploration into form, combining two simple shapes to create the speaker’s final appearance: a circle and a triangle.
After experimenting with how these two shapes could be put together, Gómez was inspired to incorporate a function that would allow users to remove the speaker from its dock.
“Because our lifestyles are more mobile these days, DotCone has been designed to be utilised both indoors and outside,” says Gómez.
“The speaker may be easily removed from the wooden base by sliding upward, allowing customers to listen to music wirelessly.”
When the speaker is inside, the wooden base holds it in a way that improves its sound quality whilst charging it at the same time.
A simple interface consisting of a standby button and volume control is located on the front of the dock.
Meanwhile, a separate interface on the speaker itself lets users control volume on the go.
Basic shape, beautiful design
The DotCone speaker combines the simplicity of modern with the highest level of functionality.
Gómez’s use of simple forms help to achieve a minimalist and elegant design, with a use of natural materials such as wood, which is highly evocative of biophilic design.
Meanwhile, its sculptural appearance is reminiscent of the design trend spearheaded within the industry by the likes of Bang & Olufsen.
