PD Bathroom Blog: 2010

Vector Drawing Images (and testing of the final product)

Vector Drawings on Illustrator

These were really fun and incredibly easy to make. So simple.

The Germaphobe dot com.

An interesting germaphobe's website. Provided great insight.

Laser Cut Outs

Some laser cuts I did to test out the measurements and functionality of the actual tools.

Copic Porn

This guy is the ron jeremy of copic markers.

The Design Process

I thought this was a funny, interesting, and totally on the mark video about product design, from somewhat of a different view.

Industrial Design: The Business Side

I thought this youtube video explained really well a part of I.D. that is all too often forgotten about or left till later in the process... makes me glad I'm in the BA minor too.

Project 1 - Notebook Scans/Prototype Drawings

Project 1 - Questions for the Dr.

Questions I asked a physician about Mysophobia/Germaphobia

TheGermaphobe.net

Here is a blog by someone who suffers from Mysophobia, it outlines tips and ideas concerning symptoms of the phobia, as well as just insight into opinions held by Myso/Germaphobes. Read it!

Rideable Vacuum

For the mega Germaphobe: a Rideable Vacuum Cleaner

Germaphobes = Mockable

Here is an interesting article I found taking a stance against Mysophobes/Germaphobes and essentially calling them out for the extreme measures to which some of them go to avoid germs. I think it is a bit closed minded and not very understanding, however it is a good look at the opposite side of the spectrum from those that I am studying. It is also good because it clarifies some sort of distinction between someone who is slightly concerned with their health and germs and someone who is drastically crippled by their fear. Read it!

"Germaphobes = Mockable"

SaniDoor - Sensor Door

Here is a product I found, the SaniDoor, which is essentially a sensor operated bathroom door. It works exactly like the sinks and soap dispensers, however on a door. Check out the YouTube link, it features it on a local news program.

SaniDoor Website

StepNPull Door Opener

Here is a product I found online that addresses Germaphobes' need to open doors with their feet. This is designed for a stall, and sells for $29.95. Check out the link:

StepNPull Website

Mysophobia!

So I have pinpointed my target demographic of bathroom users within the scope of my habit (newly being the study of people who cannot touch anything in the bathroom), and they are Mysophobes! It is the broader categorization of Germaphobes, but with a more general emphasis on a fear of contact with anything dirty, in hopes of avoiding contact with germs and other perceived harmful substances. To read more about the medical and specific detail of Mysophobia, follow the links below. I am doing work on my prototypes and product ideas currently, and believe I am on to a good one. I will post details and images as soon as possible. Please comment if you get the chance!

Mysophobia Wiki
About Automysophobia
WiseGeek: What is Mysophobia?
FearOfGerms.com