Umbrella design sharing-from a design expert

Umbrella design，straight umbrella design

1. Case Background
In a city with frequent rainy seasons, an umbrella brand with the concept of both fashion and practicality decided to launch a blue-themed umbrella to meet consumers' needs for beauty and functionality on rainy days. Blue was chosen as the theme color not only because it is a classic and well-loved color, but also because it can convey emotions of calmness, tranquility and trust, which is consistent with the psychological need to seek shelter in the rain.
2. Design Concept
Application of Color Psychology
The designer conducted in-depth research on the influence of blue in color psychology. A deep and textured blue was selected to bring users a sense of tranquility and peace of mind on rainy days. This blue is neither too lively like bright light blue nor too dull like dark blue, but it just balances stability and freshness, making people feel as if they are in a quiet blue world when using an umbrella, temporarily forgetting the wind and rain outside.
Integration with natural elements
The inspiration comes from the natural scene of rainy days, such as clear raindrops falling on the blue lake, splashing layers of ripples; or white clouds floating in the blue sky after rain. The designer hopes to incorporate these beautiful natural elements into the design of the umbrella, so that the umbrella is not only a rain shelter, but also a work of art that can echo nature.
Balance between functionality and aesthetics
While paying attention to aesthetics, the practicality of the umbrella is also fully considered. The structural design of the umbrella has been carefully calculated to ensure that it can remain stable in strong winds and will not be easily blown over. The umbrella surface is made of high-quality waterproof fabric, which can quickly and effectively drain rainwater and prevent rainwater from accumulating on the umbrella surface and affecting its use. At the same time, the design of the umbrella handle is also ergonomic, providing a comfortable grip, and you will not feel tired even if you use it for a long time.
3. Design details
Umbrella surface pattern
The umbrella surface adopts a gradient blue design, which gradually transitions from the dark blue of the top of the umbrella to the light blue of the edge of the umbrella, simulating the process of the sky from haze to gradually clearing up. On the umbrella surface, some white cloud patterns are also carefully drawn. These clouds are of different shapes, some are fluffy and full, and some are ethereal and slender, as if floating leisurely in the blue sky. The pattern of the clouds uses a special printing process to make it three-dimensional and layered, and looks more realistic. When raindrops fall on the umbrella, they will contrast with the cloud pattern, forming a unique visual effect, as if raindrops are falling on the clouds in the sky.
Umbrella rib structure
The ribs are made of high-strength aluminum alloy material, which has good toughness and strength after fine processing and treatment. There are 8 ribs, which are evenly distributed on the umbrella surface and can provide stable support. In order to increase the wind resistance of the ribs, a unique windproof structure is adopted in the design, that is, some reinforcing ribs and windproof sheets are added to the joints of the ribs. These windproof sheets can automatically adjust the angle when encountering strong winds, reduce the impact of wind on the ribs, so that the umbrella can remain stable in windy weather.
Umbrella handle design
The umbrella handle is made of wood material, which has been polished and painted, and the surface is smooth and delicate with a good touch. The color of the wooden umbrella handle echoes the blue of the umbrella surface, and a dark brown wood is selected to make it more coordinated and unified as a whole. The shape design of the umbrella handle conforms to the principle of ergonomics and is slightly curved, which can better adapt to the holding posture of the palm and provide a comfortable grip. At the top of the umbrella handle, a small blue crystal decoration is also inlaid, which not only increases the beauty of the umbrella, but also becomes a highlight of the entire design, making it more refined and unique.
Detailed decoration
On the edge of the umbrella, blue silk thread is used for sewing, which not only increases the firmness of the umbrella, but also plays a decorative role. The color of the silk thread matches the blue of the umbrella surface, making the entire umbrella look more refined. At the bottom of the umbrella handle, a rubber anti-skid pad is also designed. This anti-skid pad can effectively increase the friction of the umbrella on the ground and prevent the umbrella from slipping when placed. The color of the anti-skid pad is also blue, which is unified with the theme of the entire umbrella.
IV. User feedback
As soon as this blue theme umbrella was launched, it was loved and praised by consumers. Many users said that this umbrella is not only a practical rain gear, but also a fashionable item that can bring a good mood. During use, users gave high praise to the design details and quality of the umbrella.
Appearance
Users are full of praise for the gradient blue and cloud pattern on the umbrella, and think that this design is very unique and beautiful, and can become a beautiful landscape on rainy days. Many users said that when they opened the umbrella, they felt as if they had a piece of blue sky and white clouds of their own, and their mood became happy.
The design of the wooden umbrella handle is also favored by users. They think that the wooden material gives people a warm and natural feeling, which is very harmonious with the blue umbrella surface. At the same time, the shape and feel of the umbrella handle are also very comfortable, making them feel more relaxed and comfortable when using the umbrella.
Function
Users are very satisfied with the windproof and waterproof performance of the umbrella. In windy weather, the umbrella can remain stable and will not be easily blown over, which makes them safer and more assured when traveling. The waterproof fabric of the umbrella can also drain rainwater well, and even if it is used in heavy rain, rainwater will not penetrate into the umbrella.
Some users also mentioned that the opening and closing of the umbrella is very smooth and there will be no jamming. This is due to the high-quality structural design and excellent manufacturing process of the umbrella, which enables users to operate the umbrella more conveniently during use.
5. Summary and Inspiration
The success of this blue-themed umbrella design case is due to the in-depth thinking of the design concept and the careful carving of details. By using color psychology, integrating natural elements, and balancing functionality and aesthetics, a practical and artistic umbrella product has been created.
The power of color
This case fully demonstrates the importance of color in product design. As a theme color, blue can not only convey specific emotions and atmospheres, but also attract the attention of the target user group. When choosing colors, designers need to have a deep understanding of the psychological needs and preferences of target users, as well as the symbolic meaning of colors in different cultures and situations, so as to choose the most suitable color scheme for the product.
Details determine quality
From the pattern design of the umbrella surface to the structural optimization of the umbrella ribs, to the material selection and detailed decoration of the umbrella handle, every link reflects the pursuit of quality. Details are not only to increase the beauty of the product, but also to enhance the user experience and the durability of the product. In the product design process, designers should pay attention to every detail and continuously optimize and improve the product to meet the expectations and needs of users.
User needs first
The entire custom umbrella design process is always centered around user needs. Whether from a functional perspective, such as windproof, waterproof, and comfortable grip, or from an aesthetic perspective, such as unique color matching and exquisite pattern design, it is all to bring users a better experience. During product development, designers should fully understand user needs and feedback, and incorporate user opinions and suggestions into the design to create products that better meet market demand.
I hope this blue theme umbrella design case can provide some inspiration and enlightenment for other product designers, allowing us to pay more attention to color, details, and user needs in design, and create more excellent products.