3 Well Designed Objects


The Moka Pot

The moka pot

The Moka Pot is a stove-top coffee maker designed to pass steam through ground coffee to create a strong brew. Its clever design ensures a great brewing experience—from preparing the pot, to pouring the coffee, through to cleaning it.

Tapered Shape

Starting with its distinct tapered shape — the pot is widest at its base, giving it a low centre of gravity. This ensures that it will be sturdy when placed on a surface and less likely to topple over. Considering the object often contains boiling liquid, this is especially important. It also makes it more accessible to those who only have use of one hand — it allows them to place the pot down whilst they spoon in the grounds. Another benefit of this wide base is the increased surface contact with the stovetop, which helps to transfer heat efficiently.

The moka pots base in a hand

Its octagonal body provides an easy-to-grip surface (only when it's not hot!), which is particularly useful when preparing the pot for brewing.

A side view of the moka pot, showing the tapered spout

Ergonomic Handle & Spout

The coffee maker features a pointed spout with a slight flare, which makes the coffee flow out of the pot with precision, making minimal mess. The pouring experience is further enhanced by the ergonomic handle. Shaped with subtle curves, it provides the user with perfect spots to place their hand and pour their drink comfortably.

A close up of the moka pots handle A close up of the moka pots handle in use

Choice of Materials

This handle is made from thermoplastic, which does not conduct heat and allows for a firm grip. This makes it safer to handle the pot whilst it is at its hottest, but it also will not melt from being near such heat.

The use of stainless steel for the body of the Mokka Pot makes it very durable; it conducts heat excellently; and it is easy to clean.

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