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geekhack Marketplace => Interest Checks => Topic started by: switchlab.sg on Sun, 09 April 2023, 04:37:35

Title: [IC] Habitat Keycaps | GB LIVE 28 Feb - 28 Mar
Post by: switchlab.sg on Sun, 09 April 2023, 04:37:35

GB LIVE
GB THREAD (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=122548.0)

GB is now LIVE

Switchlab here and welcome to the interest check for Habitat keycap set

INSPIRATION

(https://i.imgur.com/NHheEHw.jpg)

The Inspiration
Inspired by nature, greenery and the profound impact it has on our mental wellbeing,
"Habitat" brings harmony to your keyboard setup while fostering a sense of tranquility in our digital lives.
The design blends botanical elements with soft shades of green, beige and earthy tones, evoking a sense of calm and serenity.

Beyond aesthetics
"Habitat" is a gentle reminder to prioritize self-care and tranquility. Just as plants thrive when nurtured,
so too can your mental wellbeing. By bringing nature indoors it allows us to reconnect with it amidst the digital chaos.

INTEREST CHECK

IC FORM (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfweTE33Pm_S4lGsKQGGUOSzlCd66hYMmMATWPwdK8wahrk6Q/viewform?usp=sf_link)

KITTING

PBT Dye Sub
Cherry Profile
1.7mm thickness

Base: $89
(https://i.imgur.com/510UUCd.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/KNhuIob.jpg)

Deskmat & Pricing
Polyester
Standard - $22
60-65 - $14

900 x 400 x 4mm
(https://i.imgur.com/TYXo1rl.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/iuF9zei.png)

355 x 152 x 4mm | 60 - 65%
(https://i.imgur.com/V2KPpSH.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/AZtCz3D.png)

COLLABORATIONS
Will be updated as it goes

Artisans - HIBI
(https://i.imgur.com/CrvcCHN.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/SQDkaXI.jpg)

Artisan - temo.studio
Custome themed cable - LoobedSwitches

SCHEDULE
GB: 28 FEB - 28 MAR
Fulfilment: Q3 2024

RENDERS
(https://i.imgur.com/Cav7FfV.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/W2DNG0g.png) (https://i.imgur.com/EssNfVv.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/lZy6m2B.png) (https://i.imgur.com/ivDh8Ev.png)

VENDORS

US - LoobedSwitches
CA - Ashkeebs
EU - Keygem
SEA - Switchlab
KR - MonstarKbd
OCE - Allcaps

SOCIALS

Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/switchlab_/)

Discord (https://discord.com/invite/ec4g566ywW)

SIGNATURE

If you like this project, do consider showing support with the signature!

(https://i.imgur.com/akgersi.png)

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Title: Re: [IC] PBT Habitat by Switchlab
Post by: switchlab.sg on Sun, 09 April 2023, 06:03:02

UPDATES

Receiving sample kits soon and finalizing GB dates as well as US vendor

Title: Re: [IC] PBT Habitat by Switchlab
Post by: Rhienfo on Sun, 09 April 2023, 06:49:36

With the kitting, there is no 1.5u backspace (R2). If your including the rest of hhkb/tsangan support then you should definitely include it. Also not the biggest fan of the center left alphas and would prefer to keep them in the top left, but that's just preference, I assuming that was a design choice you made?

Title: Re: [IC] PBT Habitat by Switchlab
Post by: switchlab.sg on Sun, 09 April 2023, 09:16:56

Quote from: Rhienfo on Sun, 09 April 2023, 06:49:36

With the kitting, there is no 1.5u backspace (R2). If your including the rest of hhkb/tsangan support then you should definitely include it. Also not the biggest fan of the center left alphas and would prefer to keep them in the top left, but that's just preference, I assuming that was a design choice you made?

Thanks for the feedback! We will add the 1.5u backspace however we might have to replace it with the green accent pipe. The legends placement is part of the design.

Title: Re: [IC] Switchlab PBT Habitat
Post by: Cylent on Sun, 09 April 2023, 14:24:29

Yo the alpha arrows need to stop.

Title: Re: [IC] Switchlab PBT Habitat
Post by: switchlab.sg on Tue, 11 April 2023, 04:16:07

Quote from: Cylent on Sun, 09 April 2023, 14:24:29

Yo the alpha arrows need to stop.

I'm not sure what you mean by stop?

Title: Re: [IC] Switchlab PBT Habitat | Vendors Confirmed!
Post by: switchlab.sg on Thu, 20 April 2023, 00:18:18

Updates for the IC

1. Keycap legends have been adjusted
2. Vendors are confirmed
3. Artisan keycap confirmed (HIBI). Final design TBC

Title: Re: [IC] SL PBT Habitat | Vendors Confirmed!
Post by: switchlab.sg on Tue, 30 May 2023, 00:10:08

HIBI Artisan Design is now confirmed with renders!

Title: Re: [IC] SL PBT Habitat | Vendors Confirmed!
Post by: HealthyMental on Mon, 05 June 2023, 00:19:11

I enjoy this colorway along with the kit size for a good price.

Title: Re: [IC] SL PBT Habitat | Vendors Confirmed!
Post by: switchlab.sg on Sun, 11 June 2023, 22:56:15

Quote from: HealthyMental on Mon, 05 June 2023, 00:19:11

I enjoy this colorway along with the kit size for a good price.

Thank you! We're awaiting the color samples now.

Title: Re: [IC] SL PBT Habitat | Vendors Confirmed!
Post by: shansoft on Mon, 12 June 2023, 01:22:00

The color looks very similar to the GMK Hanami Dango.... which color matching screwed the set completely.

Looking forward to this set as the alternative!

Title: Re: [IC] SL PBT Habitat | Vendors Confirmed!
Post by: switchlab.sg on Mon, 12 June 2023, 02:53:12

Quote from: shansoft on Mon, 12 June 2023, 01:22:00

The color looks very similar to the GMK Hanami Dango.... which color matching screwed the set completely.

Looking forward to this set as the alternative!

How did they screw up the color matching? The set looks very saturated overall.

We're going for a more pastel/smokey palette.

Title: Re: [IC] SL PBT Habitat | Vendors Confirmed!
Post by: switchlab.sg on Fri, 16 June 2023, 04:56:48

Quick update.

Adjusted the colors for the novelties and we're close to finishing the color proofing.

We will adjust the renders to match it closer to the samples once the color has been confirmed.

Title: Re: [IC] SL PBT Habitat | New Collab announcements
Post by: seemovn on Sat, 16 September 2023, 09:19:59

Super hyped for the caps! Any news on when and if the GB might happen?

Edit: ah, just saw that you changed the GB time to Q4 2023, that answers my question :)

Title: Re: [IC] SL PBT Habitat | New Collab announcements
Post by: SirYeetWilliams on Sun, 17 September 2023, 13:21:16

plants? yep. I'm in!

Title: Re: [IC] SL PBT Habitat | New Collab announcements
Post by: switchlab.sg on Wed, 04 October 2023, 07:45:06

UPDATE

Sample kits are being finalized at the moment. I'm pretty confident that it'll be ready for launch this year.

Title: Re: [IC] SL PBT Habitat | GB Update on samples
Post by: switchlab.sg on Thu, 18 January 2024, 07:38:46

Finalizing the samples and GB date.

Title: Re: [IC] Habitat Keycaps | GB Date confirmed!
Post by: switchlab.sg on Mon, 05 February 2024, 03:23:29

GB Date
28 FEB - 28 MAR

Fulfilment ETA - Q3 2024

Title: Re: [IC] Habitat Keycaps | GB Date confirmed!
Post by: Neongreen on Wed, 07 February 2024, 09:34:41

Any chance for a metal artisan that’s solid green and engraved? I like the monochrome look but seems like artisan monochrome keycaps aren’t that common.

Title: Re: [IC] Habitat Keycaps | GB Date confirmed!
Post by: switchlab.sg on Fri, 23 February 2024, 03:24:25

Quote from: Neongreen on Wed, 07 February 2024, 09:34:41

Any chance for a metal artisan that’s solid green and engraved? I like the monochrome look but seems like artisan monochrome keycaps aren’t that common.

Hey, we're currently only collaborating with HIBI for the artisan. Sorry about that!

Title: Re: [IC] Habitat Keycaps | GB LIVE 28 Feb - 28 Mar
Post by: switchlab.sg on Tue, 27 February 2024, 11:02:10

GB is now live!