Gekko Iron gives the feeling of driving a Lamborghini Gallardo

Providing more safety and stability to an ordinary household product, designer Erik Pavon has come up with a trendy but at the same time functional iron dubbed “Gekko” that lets you iron your clothes in style. Designed to create a safer and more productive ironing experience, the Gekko’s lower body shell is constructed of a plastic containing polymers that change color when the temperature of the iron changes. This feature gives the user the ability to visualize the temperature of the iron rather then having to guess, preventing unnecessary burns. The Gekko’s handle pivots downward to release steam from the steam plate, giving the user a more ergonomic and natural experience while ironing; rather then having to reach for a button causing the user discomfort.

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In the center of the sphere lies the irons water container, water can be inserted or extracted by pressing a button underneath the handle, allowing the containers opening to be revealed. This concealed system allows the iron to be stored with a full tank without fear of leakage, for users who iron on a regular basis. There is another button, at the bottom belly of the Gekko, to release water from the spray nozzle in the front of the iron. Both the spray and handle release button are positioned in a way to prevent poor ergonomics while using the iron, thus giving the user the most comfortable experience possible. Even the size of the Gekko’s handle serves a dual purpose, as it not just confers a more comfortable ironing experience but also allows the containment of an internal battery, making the Gekko seamless and intuitive. In short, the Gekko Iron gives the user males with "high inclination to technology," the feeling of driving a "Lamborghini Gallardo on the Côte d’Azur. An elegant design, something that could provoke the feeling of love."

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[Thanks Erik]