Team Fresh-Perked
The kitchen of the 22nd century.
Who We Are
Eric Dutko
A software engineer working in northern NJ who can't wait to finally complete his MS in HCI this May.
Who We Are
Rich Morris
Crazy-haired skateboarding dude. EMAC/STSS double major (nuts!).
Who We Are
Robin Senseney
The notorious Blazing Bunny. Junior EMAC, who wants to reduce people’s stress through design.
Who We Are
Zak Linder
Master of CSS. Also EMAC. Thinks New Jersey is pretty okay.
Home/Family cooking, from food out of fridge to food on the table.
Audience
Range of cooking skill from novice to very experienced
Sampling
Sink, Stove, Pots, Pans, Measuring cups, Ingredients, Utensils, Recipe, Plates, Bowls
Mediations
Pre-prep
Prep
Plan
Transfer
Tasks
Stir
Serve
Clean
difficulty converting measurements
limited supply of ingredients
concern and confusion over serving size
Dissatisfactions
difficulty with tools (e.g. a set of bowls that are very heavy and stored high up)
uncertainty over how to use certain tools (e.g. difficulty with the egg yolk separator)
lack of desired tools (no 1/2 tablespoon)
Dissatisfactions
Require (and inspire) continuous adjustment
Satisfying and creative experiences
Characterized by constant task-switching
Governed by “micro” time constraints
Demand mental and physical multitasking
Current
The Future
Still fun and creative, but with help
Hear the recipe instructions as you go
“Google” your cabinets to find the sugar
Ask your kitchen, “What’s half of 3/4?”
Inventory management
Equipment instructions
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Recipes and guidance
Calculations and adjustments
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Technology invading our lives
Divulging information
Advertising intrusion
Cultural Negatives
Less time spent cooking
A greater ability to experiment
Cultural Positives
It’s expensive!
No-touch technology still in beta
Voice recognition
Technology
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Modular system has to be created to fit any kitchen environment
Installation
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Large Overhead:
Investment in technologies
Consultation
Development Cost
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Cost passed on to consumers until product takes off
Product placement
Revenue
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Superficially: anyone that owns a kitchen
Specifically: High income
Future innovations may lower the cost
Impact on the Market
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Full integration of cooking functions
Eventual integration into other areas of the house
Market Direction
Team Fresh-Perked
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