Grind Salt and Pepper Mills were inspired by boiler drain valves due to their natural twisting function and bright pop colors. The metal housing and anodizing process were locally sourced & manufactured to help local factories. The Salt and Pepper Mills were designed as a set incorporating the iconic blue and red boiler drain valves, classically seen in the market.
The boiler drain valve inspired the design, allowing the valve to be used as a functioning handle for twisting the pepper mills.
Silhouette renderings were created to explore the possibilities for the design through Solidworks. Ultimately, the shape had to be adjusted to work with the mold that the metal spinner was able to achieve to ensure no undercuts.
The buck broke during production. This allowed enough time to refine the outer shape in creating the final sample.
Wood turned samples were made to explore shape. Final samples were eventually created in metal.
The boiler drain valve salt & pepper mills incorporated a ceramic grinder which was pressure fit inside the metal housing. The metal was then anodized to be food safe.
Grind Salt & Pepper Mills were published in Eric Chan's 1000 Product Designs book in 2010.
Grind Salt & Pepper Mills; Product Number 0448; Page 139
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/pratt-students-exhibit-brookly-84615
Please see :50 seconds into the video where I explain the designs.
Samples were shown at the William and Bounds Booth in Chicago.
Sample of pepper mills with clear shaft were manufactured in China and shown at the show.
Samples made in China
Detail Close Up
Love Seat Sofa was inspired by observing how parents interact with their infants. This design allows for infants to be propped up on the higher cushion to be at eye level with their parents.
Solidworks Rendering
Pencil Sketches
Solidworks Rendering
Base Construction
Solidworks Dimensions
Solidworks Dimensions
Solidworks Dimensions
Solidworks and Photoshop Renderings
Cherry wood base with uplostered ultra suede fabric.
The hair dryer design was inspired by the 1960s era and incorporates a psychedelic look. The target market is for preteens. These girls/guys can truly feel like Rock Stars. The final prototype was rapid-prototyped using Solidworks. A motor was used in the model (with the heat element being deactivated) for the working model.
Rapid-Prototyped using Solidworks.
Rapid Prototyped using Solidworks.
Rapid Prototyped using Solidworks.
Form Exploration
Rapid-Prototyped using Solidworks.
Illustrator artwork layout for box packaging.
Solidworks Rendering
The Ice Axe design was inspired by women ice climbers. The handle is smaller in diameter than what is in the market for those with smaller hands. This design provides a secure grip. The exaggerated curve at the bottom of the shaft helps relieve wrist pain while climbing ice walls as well as supports body weight. Another innovative feature is the double hammer located on either side of the head for easy access when inserting hooks into the ice wall.
Hand made wooden painted model
Rock climbing practice and market research.
Pencil on trace paper.
Pencil on trace paper.
This project was designed and presented to Fisher Price.
Little Dandy is a toy that explores various stages of play. It has three lifestyle cycles and the ability to grow along with the toddler. Dandelions were used as the inspiration for the look as well as playfulness of the design. This toy is intended for ages one to five and it facilitates interactive play.
Prototype exploration
Comes with flexible detachable wand, adult use only (6-12 Months).
Wand is removed for safety (2-3 Years).
Wand is reattached for last stage of play (4-5 Years).
Illustration showing variety of colors
This design was created for toddlers exploring various types of simple movements which allowed exploration within a limited area. The design was made in wood with a painted strip on top. Details from racing cars were my inspiration.
This wooden toy has a curved track for rocking and rolling. Toy allows movement in limited space.
Wheels run along track
Solid Works Rendering
The back brace apron was designed for people suffering from arthritis, particularly people with jobs that require them to be on their feet all day. For example, chefs typically wear back braces under their aprons. Therefore, I created a garment with the understanding that a person with arthritis has limited flexibility and pain throughout the day. The back brace apron was designed for maximum comfort and support.
Illustration Artwork
Back brace closes in the front with Velcro. Apron is attached to the side of the back brace. It wraps around the chest and attaches to the other side of the waist with Velcro. Top of the apron is then wrapped and adjusted around the neck.
Apron is 100% Cotton and is machine washable
WACOM Tablet Hand Sketch.
WACOM Tablet Hand Sketch.
WACOM Tablet Hand Sketch.
WACOM Tablet Hand Sketch and Photoshop.
WACOM Tablet Hand Sketch and Photoshop.
Colored Pencils
Markers and colored pencils.
Markers and colored pencils.
Markers and colored pencils.
Markers and colored pencils.
Markers and colored pencils.
Markers and colored pencils.
Markers and colored pencils.
Markers and colored pencils.
