Hothouse was initially approached to investigate the feasibility of creating a mask to simulate the effects of Sinusitis. Upon proving viable, the next task was to develop a functioning design on behalf of end client Nurofen.

The project was conducted with early consultation with Harley Street Sinus specialist, who advised on the symptoms and areas of the face for trial as pressure points.

A 3D facial scan was first conducted on a volunteer to supply real human facial contours in 3D digital form for use in the sculpting of concept forms before being transferred into engineering CAD software for the final design and development.