Wi-Smile

* A Wi-Fi Router *

Wi-Smile * A Wi-Fi Router *

Take an existing product crucial to our everyday lives and redesign it for sustainability, meaning and purpose.

How can we design a wifi router for to be more than somthing that sits in a corner.

6 weeks

2026

Tear Down

Take apart the orginal product.

I like how there are limited parts for the outer shell.

I dont’t like the use of plastic.

Works as its own mesh node.

Sliding prongs

Wi-Smile

Impact and Purpose freindly

Recycled polycarbonate

A good material because it combines high strength and durability with environmental benefits. It retains most of the original material’s properties, meaning it can withstand high temperatures

Recycled ABS

A good material because it’s strong, lightweight, and impact-resistant, making it useful for products that need durability without being heavy. It also has good heat resistance and dimensional stability, so it holds its shape well under normal use.

Flat Head Screws

Flat head screws are useful because they sit flush with the surface when installed, creating a smooth, even finish. They’re easy to install with common tools, fit neatly into countersunk holes, and provide a secure, stable hold