With the escalation of global air quality concerns, the intersection of wellness and wearable design has emerged as a critical innovation space. Ikon, the inaugural wearable from Klara, redefines personal protection by merging health-tech with eyewear silhouette. Leveraging a patent-pending ionization system, the device actively repels airborne particulate matter and allergens, reducing exposure without obstructing the face.
Ikon is currently in the final stages of scientific validation with university partners, ensuring certified performance upon release on market.
Form — The architecture integrates complex internal components within a fashion-forward envelope. By prioritizing a fluid aesthetic, we obscure the functional core, ensuring the product reads as a fashion item rather than a clinical tool.
UX — The design balances the rigorous ergonomic standards of premium eyewear with the volumetric constraints of the ionization stack. Activation is intuitive and discreet: a tactile button located on the underside of the temple allows for immediate power control without disrupting the frame's lines.
CMF — We utilized PA12 (Polyamide 12) for the housing, a high-performance polymer chosen to neutralize electrostatic interference with the emitted ions. The finish is a high-gloss polish, available with both mirrored or gradient-smoked lens.
Process — From patent to production. I managed the complete design roadmap, bridging the gap between legal IP protection, manufacturing oversight, and user-centric validation to deliver a fully realized commercial product.
