Diseño del bolso "Lotus Leaf"
Lotus leaves are known for their ability to repel water. This is due to the microstructure of their surface, which is covered by small waxy protrusions. These protrusions trap water droplets and prevent them from adhering to the surface, allowing water to slide easily and carry away dirt and contaminants.
In addition to repelling water, lotus leaves have the ability to stay clean thanks to their water-repellent surface. When water droplets slide on the leaf surface, they carry away any dirt or dust particles, leaving the leaf clean and dry.
What is sought in this design is to take the characteristics of the lotus flower leaf for the creation of a bag, as when buying a bag we look for it to protect the belongings we carry with us, seeking resistance, aesthetics, and functionality characteristics that I relate to the lotus flower leaf.
To achieve all this, seeking sustainability in the design, I researched some biotextile that met these characteristics and I found the biotextile created from coffee waste, a biotextile very similar to leather, rubber or plastic. Therefore, the possible applications go beyond fashion; it could also be applied in packaging, the resulting material is water-resistant, making it the perfect material for this sustainable design.
The material mimics the microscopic structure of lotus leaves, creating a water and wear-resistant surface.
The "Lotus Leaf" bag is designed with an elegant and streamlined style, inspired by the shapes and textures of lotus leaves. The closure of the bag would be designed using a mechanism inspired by the way lotus leaves fold and close to protect themselves from water and external elements.
