The Real Dry Cleaning

The Toaster-L is a waterless washing machine intended for smaller loads like a shirt, a pair of socks or underwear. The concept takes its inspiration from a toaster and its pop-up lever. Simply throw in your soiled clothes and press the switch down to start the process. When the process is done, wave your hand above the machine and crispy clean clothes pop out, just like two toasted breads!

Designer: Hongmin Jin

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Radhika Seth
Radhika Seth is a design and technology writer with over 18 years of experience covering products, innovation, and the ideas shaping design. She serves on the jury of international design competitions, including the iF Design Award, and hosts Yanko Design’s Design Mindset podcast. A former Ogilvy advertising professional, she has also taught Communication and Design Journalism, bringing together her experience across design, storytelling, brands, and media.