Research on User Demands for Future Household Refrigerators

Abstract

Refrigerators can provide activity support for users in the kitchen and other areas of the home. However, there is currently a lack of research on the demand for preservation and storage space in other household areas. By conducting semi-structured interviews with participants, we investigated user needs for future preservation and storage space. This research has generated new insights in terms of the intelligence, connectivity, emotional appeal, and ease of use of preservation and storage spaces. Our findings provide valuable insights for the design of refrigerators in future home environments and can also serve as a guide and reference for the design of other smart home appliances.