The design of the Hourglass Tea Machine breaks with tradition. Both the brewing vessel and the Gongdao pot are spherical and made of glass, imparting to the appliance its concise and elegant appearance. The user can follow all stages of the brewing process with all of his senses. When the tea has brewed for long enough, it flows through a filter and valve into a stylish teapot, ready to be served. Operation is simple and self-explaining.