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Lecula is a molecular spice rack.

 

In the near future, synthetic bio-reactors will be commonplace, even in the home. The bioreactor can grow cultures of yeast or e-coli with modified DNA through the use of Crispr-Cas 9. These modified organisms can be made to excrete any biological molecue, from capsaicin to insulin, and anything in between. 

 

Inspired by the classic pepper mill, this conceptual design takes further inspiration from the DNA helix that underlies each flavor. Each essential oil "sac" contains a purified flavor extract. Digital recipes determine the flavor mix and volume, which is dispersed from the nebulizer at the bottom. 

LECULA

This concept was developed for O'Reilly's Solid Conference 2015. All rights reserved. 

Base image by Steve Larkin, larkandlarks.co.uk

Lecula brings your entire spice rack into one hand-held precision instrument. Season a dish automatically from a digital recipe, or add your own style with the voice command and top button. 

 

For those who are shy in the kitchen, it can ensure that every dish is seasoned to perfection.

 

For those who are health conscious, it can infuse each meal with an ideal mix of nutrients and supplements to suit your lifestyle. 

Base image by Steve Larkin, larkandlarks.co.uk

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