A master thesis from Aalborg University
BRØK 58 - A user-centered repairable espresso machine
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Term
4. term
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Publication year
2025
Submitted on
2025-05-26
Pages
102 pages
Abstract
The following master thesis project investigates how repairable design principles can be applied to an espresso machine to improve serviceability, extend product lifespan, and support a more sustainable consumption pattern. While limescale accumulation is known as the primary issue that degrades the machines, most coffee machines remain inaccessible for ordinary users to repair and maintain. Despite growing awareness of environmental concerns, repairability remains a low priority in consumers’ purchase decisions, as it is outweighed by convenience, brand intensity, and aesthetic appeal. The high cost of professional repair makes replacement over repair the focus. The process presents a user-centered design approach through prototyping and user testing, that also addresses the role of visual and tactile aesthetics in fostering emotional attachment. The project presents the product proposal BRØK 58, a timeless and aesthetically pleasing design that makes maintenance and repair more engaging for the ordinary user.
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