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Hydrific honored in two categories at Fast Company's 2024 Innovation by Design Awards

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Hydrific, a LIXIL company, has been honored in two categories at Fast Company's 2024 Innovation by Design Awards. The company's product, Droplet, a smart water sensor, was recognized in the 'Best Product Design' and 'Best Designs from Up-and-Coming Companies' categories. This achievement places Hydrific alongside industry leaders like Sonos and Samsung.

The awards highlight Hydrific's commitment to addressing the water crisis through innovative home devices. Droplet provides real-time data and insights for water conservation. The recognition follows a highly successful Kickstarter campaign where Droplet was funded in just 11 minutes, raising over 10 times its initial goal.

Fast Company's awards, now in their 13th year, celebrate organizations setting new standards across various economic sectors, focusing on solving current and future challenges.

Hydrific, un'azienda di LIXIL, è stata onorata in due categorie agli Innovation by Design Awards 2024 di Fast Company. Il prodotto dell'azienda, Droplet, un sensore intelligente per l'acqua, è stato riconosciuto nelle categorie 'Miglior Design di Prodotto' e 'Migliori Design da Aziende Emergenti'. Questo riconoscimento colloca Hydrific accanto a leader del settore come Sonos e Samsung.

Questi premi evidenziano l'impegno di Hydrific nell'affrontare la crisi idrica attraverso dispositivi domestici innovativi. Droplet fornisce dati e informazioni in tempo reale per la conservazione dell'acqua. Il riconoscimento segue una campagna Kickstarter di grande successo in cui Droplet è stato finanziato in appena 11 minuti, raccogliendo oltre 10 volte il suo obiettivo iniziale.

Gli award di Fast Company, ora alla loro 13a edizione, celebrano le organizzazioni che stabiliscono nuovi standard in vari settori economici, concentrandosi sulla risoluzione di sfide attuali e future.

Hydrific, una empresa de LIXIL, ha sido honrada en dos categorías en los Awards de Innovación y Diseño 2024 de Fast Company. El producto de la empresa, Droplet, un sensor de agua inteligente, fue reconocido en las categorías de 'Mejor Diseño de Producto' y 'Mejores Diseños de Empresas Emergentes'. Este logro coloca a Hydrific junto a líderes de la industria como Sonos y Samsung.

Los premios destacan el compromiso de Hydrific en abordar la crisis del agua a través de dispositivos domésticos innovadores. Droplet proporciona datos y conocimientos en tiempo real para la conservación del agua. El reconocimiento sigue a una campaña de Kickstarter muy exitosa en la que Droplet fue financiado en solo 11 minutos, recaudando más de 10 veces su meta inicial.

Los premios de Fast Company, que ya están en su 13ª edición, celebran a las organizaciones que establecen nuevos estándares en varios sectores económicos, enfocándose en la resolución de desafíos actuales y futuros.

Hydrific, LIXIL의 회사,는 Fast Company의 2024 혁신 디자인 어워드에서 두 가지 카테고리에서 수상하는 영예를 안았습니다. 이 회사의 제품 Droplet는 스마트 수위 센서로 '최고의 제품 디자인' 및 '신진 기업의 최고의 디자인' 부문에서 인정받았습니다. 이러한 성과는 Hydrific를 Sonos 및 Samsung과 같은 업계 리더들과 나란히 놓이게 합니다.

이 상은 혁신적인 가정용 장치를 통해 물 부족 문제를 해결하려는 Hydrific의 헌신을 강조합니다. Droplet은 물 절약을 위한 실시간 데이터와 통찰력을 제공합니다. 이 인정은 불과 11분 만에 자금을 모은 Kickstarter 캠페인의 성공적인 결과입니다. 초기 목표의 10배 이상을 모집했습니다.

Fast Company의 어워드는 이제 13회째를 맞이하며, 다양한 경제 분야에서 새로운 기준을 설정하고 현재와 미래의 문제를 해결하는 데 초점을 맞춘 조직들을 찬양합니다.

Hydrific, une entreprise de LIXIL, a été honorée dans deux catégories aux Awards d'Innovation par le Design 2024 de Fast Company. Le produit de l'entreprise, Droplet, un capteur d'eau intelligent, a été reconnu dans les catégories 'Meilleur Design de Produit' et 'Meilleurs Designs d'Entreprises Émergentes'. Cette réussite place Hydrific aux côtés de leaders de l'industrie comme Sonos et Samsung.

Les prix soulignent l'engagement de Hydrific à lutter contre la crise de l'eau à travers des dispositifs domestiques innovants. Droplet fournit données et informations en temps réel pour la conservation de l'eau. Cette reconnaissance fait suite à une campagne Kickstarter très réussie où Droplet a été financé en seulement 11 minutes, récoltant plus de 10 fois son objectif initial.

Les prix de Fast Company, maintenant dans leur 13e année, célèbrent les organisations qui fixent de nouvelles normes dans divers secteurs économiques, en se concentrant sur la résolution des défis actuels et futurs.

Hydrific, ein Unternehmen von LIXIL, wurde in zwei Kategorien ausgezeichnet bei den Innovation by Design Awards 2024 von Fast Company. Das Produkt des Unternehmens, Droplet, ein intelligenter Wassersensor, wurde in den Kategorien 'Bestes Produktdesign' und 'Beste Designs von aufstrebenden Unternehmen' anerkannt. Diese Errungenschaft stellt Hydrific auf die gleiche Stufe wie Branchenführer wie Sonos und Samsung.

Die Auszeichnungen heben das Engagement von Hydrific hervor, die Wasserkrise durch innovative Haushaltsgeräte anzugehen. Droplet liefert Echtzeitdaten und Erkenntnisse zur Wassereinsparung. Die Anerkennung folgt einer äußerst erfolgreichen Kickstarter-Kampagne, bei der Droplet in nur 11 Minuten finanziert wurde und über 10 Mal das ursprüngliche Ziel erreichte.

Die Awards von Fast Company, die nun im 13. Jahr stattfinden, feiern Organisationen, die neue Standards in verschiedenen Wirtschaftssektoren setzen und sich auf die Lösung aktueller und zukünftiger Herausforderungen konzentrieren.

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  • Hydrific's Droplet recognized in two categories at Fast Company's 2024 Innovation by Design Awards
  • Successful Kickstarter campaign: Droplet funded in 11 minutes, raising 10 times the initial goal
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  • Hydrific's Droplet was honored in the 'Best Product Design' and 'Best Designs from Up-and-Coming Companies' categories for its ability to reshape water consumption.
  • Hydrific joins a shortlist of awardees including projects, products, and services from Sonos, Samsung, Fellow Products, and others.

NEW YORK, Aug. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hydrific, part of LIXIL, today announced it has been honored in two categories of  Fast Company's 2024 Innovation by Design Awards. Fast Company is one of the world's leading business media brands, with an editorial focus on innovation in technology, leadership, and design. Now in its 13th year, the competition is one of the most sought-after design awards in the industry, showcasing companies, startups, and young talents.  

"We are honored to be recognized by Fast Company among such an esteemed shortlist of innovators," said Julia Deister, Leader of Hydrific. "This acknowledgement serves as a tribute to the incredible team at Hydrific. It takes true dedication to deliver a user-friendly product that empowers people to become more intentional with their consumption habits".

Fast Company recognized Hydrific's steadfast commitment to addressing the growing water crisis with innovative and accessible devices for homes across two leading categories:

The Best Product Design of 2024 category honors hardware and industrial design geared toward mass consumers and niche markets. Hydrific's Droplet, a cutting-edge water sensor designed to make water conservation simple and smart, was lauded for its ability to provide real-time data and actionable insights to consumers.

Droplet was also honored in the 'Best Designs of 2024 from Up-and-Coming Companies' category, which celebrates the best design among young companies that are less than four years old.

The awards follow a successful Kickstarter campaign launched this year. The Droplet smart home water sensor was funded in just eleven minutes, raising an amount that exceeded 10 times the initial funding goal.

This year's awards celebrate the people solving the most crucial problems of today and anticipating the pressing issues of tomorrow. These organizations are setting new standards and achieving remarkable milestones in all sectors of the economy.

The Fast Company panel identified the companies driving progress around the world and across industries, evaluating thousands of submissions through a competitive application process. The result is a globe-spanning guide to innovation today.

About Hydrific
Hydrific is dedicated to redefining water sustainability, empowering individuals with accessible information and tools to simplify water conservation. Through simple solutions, Hydrific offers homeowners and tenants invaluable insights and control over their water usage, bringing forth the vision of sustainable homes in the present day. Supported by the global reach and expertise of LIXIL, a global leader in creating water and housing products, Hydrific is committed to reshaping perceptions and practices around water usage through sustainable solutions.

For more information about Hydrific and its mission, visit the official Hydrific website.

About LIXIL
LIXIL (TSE Code 5938) makes pioneering water and housing products that solve everyday, real-life challenges, making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. Drawing on our Japanese heritage, we create world-leading technology and innovate to make high-quality products that transform homes. But the LIXIL difference is how we do this; through meaningful design, an entrepreneurial spirit, a dedication to improving accessibility for all, and responsible business growth. Our approach comes to life through industry-leading brands, including INAX, GROHE, American Standard and TOSTEM. Approximately 55,000 colleagues operating in more than 150 countries are proud to make products that touch the lives of more than a billion people every day.

Learn more at www.lixil.com.

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FAQ

What awards did Hydrific receive at Fast Company's 2024 Innovation by Design Awards?

Hydrific was honored in two categories: 'Best Product Design' and 'Best Designs from Up-and-Coming Companies' for its Droplet smart water sensor.

How successful was the Kickstarter campaign for Hydrific's Droplet?

The Kickstarter campaign for Droplet was highly successful, getting funded in just 11 minutes and raising over 10 times its initial funding goal.

What problem does Hydrific's Droplet aim to address?

Droplet aims to address the growing water crisis by providing real-time data and actionable insights to consumers, making water conservation simple and smart.

Which company owns Hydrific?

Hydrific is part of LIXIL, as mentioned in the press release.

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