Concept Design and Prototyping
Hydration stations for public spaces
Chaac was an intrapreneurial concept developed in collaboration with Hibrids (formerly Propelland) and Mabe, aimed at rethinking how people stay hydrated in public spaces. The idea? A smart hydration station to refill bottles and thermoses, paired with a mobile app to customize your drink (temperature, electrolytes, caffeine) and track hydration goals. On top of that, the system raised awareness around CO2 emissions and plastic waste, encouraging more sustainable habits. I was involved from early concept design through to prototyping, using Figma and rapid user testing to bring this to life under a tight timeline. The result was a sleek, intuitive interface and experience that combined user-centered design with real-world ecological impact.
Client
Hibrids, Mabe, Coca-Cola
Timeframe
2022
Industry
CPG, IoT, Sustainability
Country
MX
Role
Product Designer
Engagement mode
Retainer
Services
"Working with Alejandro on Chaac was smooth and energizing. He jumped right into the challenge, delivered fast, and kept the quality high. Super easy to collaborate with, sharp on the details, open in communication, and always up for a drink after a solid day’s work"
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Effortless Module Pairing
A simple QR scan connects the app to a hydration module in seconds. This interaction streamlines the start of the experience, letting users focus on customizing and refilling with minimal effort or delay.
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Seamless Refill Experience
Users can initiate and track the refill process in real time through a clean, responsive interface on both the app and the module. The interaction is fast and intuitive, offering immediate feedback and ensuring consistency across touchpoints.
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Real-Time Feedback and Positive Reinforcement
During each refill, users receive real-time visual cues on progress, followed by a snapshot of their environmental impact. These micro-interactions reinforce both hydration and sustainability goals in a satisfying way.
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On-Device Drink Customization
The hydration module offers direct interaction for drink customization. Clear visual hierarchy and haptic-style feedback provide a responsive, user-friendly experience for quick, on-the-go refills.
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Curated and Custom Drink Options
Users can choose from predefined beverages or dive into full customization. The interface balances simplicity and control, letting users define every aspect of their drink while maintaining an easy flow.
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Personalized Hydration Setup
Setting hydration goals and crafting custom drinks is made easy through an intuitive UI. Users can tailor ingredients, temperature, and volume, and save favorite combinations for quick access — making hydration more personal and engaging.