2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Silver Winner

ELUX E-shisha

Entrant

Dongguan Chengkai Electronic Technology Co., Ltd

Category

Product Design - Hobby & Leisure

Client's Name

Dongguan Chengkai Electronic Technology Co., Ltd

Country / Region

China

About The Entry

Traditional charcoal-heated shisha doesn’t just demand a lot from the user, from lighting the charcoal and managing the heat to swapping it out mid-session. It also poses safety concerns for indoor use, including open flames, fire hazards, and carbon monoxide. ELUX E-shisha replaces the charcoal with a heat management device (HMD) on top. The familiar shisha setup and ritual stay intact, but charcoal control, traditionally a matter of experience and guesswork, becomes electronic control that is adjustable, precise, and easy to monitor in real time.

Equipped with an intelligent temperature control system and an optimized hot-air flow structure, the shisha preheats incoming air before it reaches the bowl. Paired with a 170–210°C adjustable range and thermal management, heat is distributed more evenly across the tobacco paste, minimizing the flavor distortion caused by localized overheating. Throughout the vaping session, the circulating air stays at a stable temperature, ensuring consistent flavor, steady vapor output, and less tobacco waste. This electronic approach also reduces the ash and emissions produced by burning traditional coconut-shell charcoal. Powered by an 18,000mAh battery, the shisha lasts up to about two hours, with USB-C charging that allows safe use while vaping. For intuitive control, its clear display and ring indicator light provide centralized, real-time feedback on temperature, vaping time, battery level, and operating status, while physical buttons allow easy adjustment of settings.

Aesthetically, the shisha features a modern cylindrical form, translating the pointed arches, window tracery, and interplay of light and shadow from traditional Middle Eastern architecture into its top design, infusing the heat-dissipation structure with a distinct cultural identity. The main body is crafted from CNC-machined aluminum alloy with an anodized finish, complemented by engineering plastic insulation zones. Together, these elements redefine the product as a cohesive fusion of traditional shisha culture, modern electronics, and sustainability.

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