industrial design projects
DESCRIPTION
Developed iD projectsTRANSCRIPT
Portfolioby Jessica Fertig
Modular Storage StoolStudy Abroad Furniture
Project
SEATING SOLUTIONS - Modular stools - High top stools
HIGH-TOP STOOLS- Storage Space for classroom use- Better Back Rest
MODULAR STOOLS- Stools and Storage- Stackable bookshelf- Bookshelf
OTHER STORAGE IDEAS- Bookshelf- Stackable blocks
CRITERIA:
STOOL AND STORAGE
This concept represents the majority of the initial design criteria goals, and has an organic and ergonomic shape.
It opens the possibility to have more than two functions. This concept could be used as a stool, bookshelf, storage compartment or a table. A modular and inspiring look will allow the consumer to arrange it in a series of different ways.
The minimalistic shape would facilitate mass production options. It could be made of wood veneer for a more sophisticated look or it can be plastic molded to add color variation and playfulness for a classroom setting.
Developed Concept Sketch
NubiLighting Design Project
Inspiration
Ideations
Nubi:
Materials:MDF, digital printed Plexiglass, flex-plywood,plastic netting, fluorencent light.
Concept:Inspired by the immensity of the sky and the natural light that it creates. I wanted to capture the different color hues and values of the sky throughout the day and bring them inside. Nubi shows the transition of colors, translucency, and reflection that the sky produces between the sun, clouds and moonlight.
Inspirational Words:- Time- Color temperature- Transparency- Translucency- Patterns- Color Waves- Artificial/Natural- Inside/Outside
ResearchDesign Research Project
Videotaping
Tape Recorder
Note Taking
Digital Camera
Photo Journal
Ride Along
Personalization
Ease of Use
Information from a Distance
Variety of Prompts
Photo References
Simplicity
Key AttributesOur goal is to identify the needs of small businesses that utilize a fleet of vehicles.
To gain a well rounded view of their needs, we will look at two different perspectives; the driver and the manager
Process
CATERING COMMUNICATIONS PEST CONTROL FOOD DELIVERY
MANAGERSteve
Maceli’s CateringTime w/ company: 15 yrsFace 2 Face Interview
insurance discounts
using personal devices
vehicle maintenence
use of Mapquest and Google Maps
redundancy in devices
lack of gps or radio in vehicle
DRIVERJake
cellphone usage
paperwork in vehicle
itinerary variance
inventory
directions
direct relay of information
Maceli’s CateringTime w/ company: 2 yrsFace 2 Face Interview
DRIVERLloyd
A+ Pest ControlTime w/ company: 3 yrsRide along
long battery life
alternate routes and maps
updated maps
clearly displayed information
trusted brand
wifi hotspots
Garmin wants to understand how businesses that utilize a mobile workforce operate.
We researched the mobile needs of ...
4 COMPANIES
... to find out how Garmin can develop a system to meet the needs of this group.
5 DRIVERS 2 MANAGERS
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DRIVER
Eric
alternate routes
updated scheduling
personalized settings
night settings and larger type
multiple display options
Pizza HutTime w/ company: 11 yrsFace 2 Face Interview
INSURANCE AGENTDeanna
long battery life
alternate routes and maps
updated maps
clearly displayed information
trusted brand
wifi hotspots
AMERICAN FAMILYTime w/ Company: 26 yrsSecondary Research
a+ survey
DRIVER
Ty
A+ Pest ControlTime w/ company: 6 yrsPhoto Journal
alternate routes
updated scheduling
personalized settings
night settings and larger type
multiple display options
MANAGERDanny
A+ Pest ControlTime w/ company: 5 yrsAudio Interview
insurance discounts
using personal devices
vehicle maintenence
use of Mapquest and Google Maps
redundancy in devices
lack of gps or radio in vehicle
DRIVER/TECHNICIANAdam
R&R TelecommunicationsTime w/ company: 9 yrsVideo Interview
cellphone usage
paperwork in vehicle
itinerary variance
inventory
directions
direct relay of information
Research
Garmin Research Project
The most common issues among members of mo-bile workforces are...
communication
reliability
product value
adaptability
insurance discounts
personal vehicles
using personal devices
vehicle maintenence
use of Mapquest and Google Maps
redundancy in devices
lack of gps or radio in vehicle cellphone usage
paperwork in vehicle
itinerary variance
inventory
directions
direct relay of information
long battery life
alternate routes
updated scheduling
personalized settings
night settings and larger type
alternate routes and maps
updated maps
clearly displayed information
trusted brand
wifi hotspots
What We Found Out
multiple display options
Mail PetHallmark ProjectIn-Home Mailbox
Ideations
Prototyping and Marketing
Hallmark’s Customer Feedback
Mail Pet is an in-home mailbox for each member of the family. Mail-Pet will expand to hold notes, candy, or gifts to be shared between family members. When an item is placed in Mail-Pet the expandable area will light up to alert the owner. Each Pet can be customized with colorful markers, notes, and accessories so each member can make their Mail-Pet unique.
Use your pet as a creative canvas to make your mailbox different to the rest of the family. Don’t limit yourself,
Baby PackInfant Carrier design for Ford with
integrated SYNC technology
“ 3 out of 4 car seats are not used correctly
Every year, thousands of young children are killed or injured in
crashes, mainly because 3 out of every 4 children in child safety
seats are not properly secured, or even worse, not restrained at all.”
“Motor vehicle crashes
are the leading cause of
death for children from
3 to 14 years old.”Frontal and frontal offset crashes combine for about 72% of severe crashes. Side impacts are about 24%. Rear and rear offset crashes only account for about 4%.
All car seats rated by NHTSA meet Federal Safety Standards & strict crash performance standards
Car crashes are the leading cause of death for children ages 3 to 6.
Research
Mary, 29 Two children a 12 months old girl and a 3 years old boyOverly ProtectiveStay Home momMarried
Mary is an active stay-at-home mom who enjoys working on house projects. She normally does most of her errands while her husband is at home so he can watch the children while she is out and about. Mary thinks her baby carrier is too big and bulky for her to handle both children and any extra bags which makes running errands dif-ficult when she has both children with her.
Mary and her husband own two vehicles - a sedan and a pickup truck. Each one has a set of front facing seat carriers along with a booster chair because it is easier than having to move the car seat all the time. They also own a sling, a baby backpack and a rear-facing carrier that are stored in their closet because both of their children out-grew them. Ideally Mary is look-ing for a carseat that is cost-effective, adjusts to children’s size as they grow, and is easy to transport.
Lack Security, Monitoring (Behavior, Vitals, overall health)Too heavy, time consuming, uncomfortable, car seat expires, awkward handle, weight distribution.
Insecurity, frustration, impatience, unaware, preoccupation.
Problems
Emotions
How to design a car seat for families on the go?
How can it be easier to hold?
How can it be lightweight and still keep the infant safe?
How can the parents just use one hand or even have a free hand carrier?
How can it be more comfortable to carry and to lock inside the vehicle?
How can the parent better monitor their child while driving?
How can it be seamlessly integrated to the car and be synchronized with SYNC technology?
How can the child be placed in a 180 degree position and still have lumbar support during long trips?
Now What?
Parent needs
Company Desires
Persona
Ideations
Concept Prototypes
Computer Prototypes
Breathable MaterialOekotex and Öko-Tex Standard 100
It provides support and comfort
Thin soft plastic molded shell
