Sodaology, a brand dedicated to healthy beverage innovation, aimed to launch a soda maker that combined functionality, sustainability, and superior user experience. In response to growing consumer demand for health-conscious and eco-friendly lifestyles, Sodaology partnered with LKK Design to develop a product that allowed users to create personalized sparkling drinks effortlessly.

The core vision was a device that required no electricity or batteries, reduced gas and water consumption, and minimized plastic waste by utilizing reusable bottles, aligning with modern environmental values.

Sodaology outlined clear goals for the project:

• Sustainability: Feature a reusable bottle design to reduce plastic waste.

• Health & Quality: Produce sugar-free, fat-free, zero-calorie sparkling water equal to premium market brands.

• Portability & Versatility: Be lightweight, cordless, and suitable for various scenarios.

• User-Centric Experience: Ensure easy operation, thorough cleaning, and support for personalized flavor creation.

• Aggressive Timeline: Execute from concept to mass production within one year for a successful market launch.

LKK Design provided an integrated solution, managing the entire development journey from initial idea to global delivery.

Design Research
Our team conducted in-depth research into user habits and market gaps. We identified key issues with existing soda makers: difficult cleaning, poor gas dissolution, and limited portability. These insights directly informed three core design pillars: a bottom-intake structure, a wide-mouth bottle, and a fully dismantlable design.

Industrial Design
We crafted a product with a "simple, practical, and friendly" design language. The Soda Maker features clean lines, an ergonomic grip, and a fresh color palette, making it a stylish addition to any kitchen or outdoor setting. The wide-mouth bottle was crucial for easily adding fruits and flavors and for simple cleaning.

Mechanical Structure Design
To achieve superior carbonation, LKK Design innovated a unique bottom CO₂ intake structure. This technology allows gas to be more effectively incorporated into the water, resulting in finer, longer-lasting bubbles. All food-contact components are completely detachable, ensuring no cleaning blind spots and guaranteeing hygiene and safety. The mechanical design prioritized lightweight durability for cord-free operation anywhere.

Prototyping and Testing
From August to December 2020, LKKER SCM, LKK's supply chain subsidiary, built and refined multiple prototype generations. Rigorous testing validated gas-tightness, dissolution efficiency, and operational stability. In February 2021, manufacturer Pureza conducted a pilot production run, further optimizing the manufacturing process. The product's bottles achieved FDA certification and passed various food-grade tests.

The Sodaology Soda Maker successfully launched on Kickstarter in June 2021, quickly gaining market validation and moving into mass production shortly after. Global shipping began in July 2021, and the product was showcased at CES 2022, garnering attention from Las Vegas media.

The core value delivered by LKK Design includes:

• Innovative Engineering: The patented bottom-intake structure provides a perceptibly better user experience through superior carbonation.

• End-to-End Delivery: We offered a one-stop solution from research and design to engineering, prototyping, and production management.

• Enhanced Market Position: The product's eco-friendly, healthy, and portable features successfully differentiated the Sodaology brand in a competitive market.

• Global Supply Chain Synergy: Leveraging LKKER SCM's expertise ensured a seamless, efficient, and high-quality journey from concept to market.