2015: Product Design + Ceramics

Product Design + Ceramics

Table

– So Eun Progression BA (Hons) Ceramic Design, Grace Ahn. Central Saint Martins From Hob To Table Product Design designed for the + Ceramics Tableware individual in a domestic setting.

These simple slip-cast earthenware vessels are comfortably held in one hand. They facilitate pleasurable and casual eating, in contrast to the formalities of the dinner table.

Threshold

Progression – BSc Architecture, The Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL

Jack Barnett.

Product Design Door Thresholds Hide and seat addresses our + Ceramics constant connection through

disappearing thresholds. By creating a capsule it facilitates introspection and sensory concentration from our increasingly hectic lifestyles, however it can still deformed into a public chair. The limited amount of space seeks to make the occupant more physically aware of their environment.

‘Inemuri’ is a Japanese practice that encourages productive sleeping while at work, an indicator of an employee working industriously.

The foam interior is a playful approach to this as it causes the user’s hair to become static. The sustainable felt exterior muffles noise pollution allowing the user to ‘smush’ the chair comfortably.

Indoors

– Isha Progression Decision Pending Beniwal. Nature Indoors Product Design Spice pots serve their essential of storing spices very + Ceramics purpose well. In my designs, the lid clearly

designates which spice the container stores, they also serve a larger objective of getting nature indoors.

This is achieved by encapsulating raw spices that are preserved in the resin lid, giving a feel of direct connection to nature. While using spices from the pots, removing the lid gives the experience of freshly, hand picked spices directly from the garden. This project was my unique way to get nature indoors, giving a nostalgic feel to the audience of being in nature.

Forest

– Lauren Best. Progression BA(Hons) Product and Furniture Design, Kingston University Product Design + Ceramics Forest

For some, the thought of venturing out to investigate the unknown can be unsettling. With the theme of Forest, my intentions were to bring the spirit of the forest into the homes of those reluctant to explore, or alternatively offer an experience that would make the forest more enjoyable for those needing extra comfort. This small and lightweight Forest Survival Kit is rooted in the practicality of traditional and essential survival techniques and tools. From its packaging to its contents, this kit has been thoughtfully designed to assist in life-saving modes of survival – aiming to bring a pleasurable forest experience.

Family

– Jacqueline Progression BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Chan. Saint Martins Design for Low-Income Families in Product Design Hong Kong + Ceramics The majority of low-income families

in Hong Kong are conflicted in balancing time between childcare and managing their busy working schedules. In order to enhance the well-being of the family and to ensure that parents and children could enjoy quality time very conveniently, by their homes, my project introduces a fun and family-friendly recreational zone filled with three unique pieces of playground equipment! The playground equipment is suitable for both parents and children. There is a spacious swing for the whole family to play with, there is a swing particularly designed for toddlers and a spin stick exclusive to preschool children and teenagers! This zone shall enhance family harmony, increase interaction between family members and most importantly this play zone is free and closeby to the homes of low-income families. Families no longer have to worry about spending money for recreation activities; they could simply go to this fun and spacious play zone that is within walking distance.

Everyday

Progression – BA (Hons) Industrial Design and Technology, Loughborough University

Vanessa Yuen Yee Chan.

Product Design Design and Everyday Life + Ceramics My project aim was to design a

product that would improve our living standard and allow us to live more comfortably. I designed a resting chair for colleagues and university students living in rented in accommodation, as I thought relaxing is the most important thing we do after a long working day.

The chair is specially designed for shared common rooms.

My project is a foldable resting chair which allows the user to fold up the chair to a smaller unit and stack it up with others when it is not being used. This will save up a lot of space in a room. Both the chair’s backrest and footrest can be adjusted to four different angles for sitting up and lying down – it fully supports your body with the highest comfort level.

Light

Progression – BA (Hons) Interior & Spatial Design, Chelsea College of Arts

Ally Chung.

Product Design Light & Space + Ceramics

I love to travel around the world with my camera and I believe by experiencing a place myself, it helps to convince people of the attraction behind it.

During this project, I visited Yellowknife, Canada and experienced the aurora. This leads me to develop the idea further and inspires me to design this lighting product.

The design concept is to create an atmosphere of an outdoor environment in an indoor space. By creating a lighting product which changes colour gradually, it gives a claim and relaxing sensation to the users. As the design is influenced by the aurora, therefore the choice of colours is also based on it. The light expresses my experience during the trip, which I would like to share with people through this product.

Better

Riccardo Cook.

Product Design + Ceramics Progression – BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins A Better Perspective This concept is derived from my great enthusiasm for outdoor locations with great context and amazing views. I enjoy visiting great spots around London to research as to seek inspiration.

Unfortunately summer in England is short and I would like to improve the outdoor experience of people who enjoy great contexts and appreciate their surroundings. I studied how the human race has improved it’s surrounding to suit extreme weather conditions from the first attempts of shelter, the urban planning of different cities in different societies to modern techniques and materials. I have studied peoples’ interaction with private and public outdoor furniture.

Through the study of public outdoor locations I have developed portable and fixed solutions. I took into consideration different settings and the potential that the surroundings of which have to offer, such as architectural features that create structural possibilities and the extra heat generated from the London underground, that will run 24 hours in September.

My proposal aims to enhance the outdoor experience of the sight of magnificent setting by improving sensory comfort while engaging with its surroundings.

Bespoke

Progression – Decision Pending

Lucia Corsini.

Product Design Mass Bespoke + Ceramics This project aims to interrogate the

notion of mass bespoke products.

I am interested in how variation in mass produced goods can produce a positive aesthetic. Variation might be the result of marks, scratches or a distorted form.

I cast plaster forms and invited three collaborators to follow a set of instructions, using tools to mark and chisel these forms. I made moulds from these forms and cast many pieces. Some pieces have be left unglazed, some are glazed white and others have been glazed in many layers, to imitate the effect of rusting and ageing. The work celebrates the aesthetics of errors and wear.

System

– Sergio Progression BA(Hons) Product and Furniture Design, Kingston University Di-Trolio.

Product Design Modular Systems project was based on the idea + Ceramics My of introducing modular systems

into the domestic environment.

I am interested in incorporating the functionality and mechanics of modularity into items and furniture pieces, thus allowing the user more freedom to change the design’s structure to suit their needs. I realised that households need a lot of storage space so I created concepts around storage with modular aspects, whilst being inspired by the theory of atoms and how they interact with each other.

This in turn lead me to create my ‘Circular Shelves’.

Extend

– Matthew Ellis. Progression BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins Product Design + Ceramics Extensions of Ourselves

In this project I wanted to look into how we as designers and creatives use tools to express ourselves.

I wanted to create a tool that allowed the user to communicate their ideas as freely as possible.

The tool I have created combines a saw blade with a series of handles.

The handles can be interchanged and placed in any orientation, this allows the user to have complete freedom in deciding how they want to use the tool.

Restore

Progression – BA (Hons) History of Art, University of Manchester

Jessica Foyle.

Product Design + Ceramics Contemporary Restoration

My project involves restoring antique items and refocusing the viewers attention to the potentially forgotten item. I have created vases from antique porcelain, which was rendered as clutter. These vases are non permanent attachments, which in no way inflict on the items value, but provide the item with an alternative function within a contemporary home. I hope to revive the object rather than deflect, which is why I chose a simple shape. The attachments also unify the items, and create a collected order rather than cluttered disarray.

The objects are protected and displayed, revived within a modern home whilst maintaining their original identity.

Music

Progression – BA (Hons) 3D Design, Camberwell College of Arts

Marek Glogowski.

Music in Design Product Design curiosity is being + Ceramics Children’s eradicated by mindless activities

and prosaic toys; interaction between children and everyday objects is minimal, furniture is boring and toys are a temporary distraction. Therefore I chose to create a children’s table that allows them to freely explore and interact with an object, developing their musical senses. The Drum table has a surface created of removable drums resting freely in a table frame.

Each drum is a different instrument, a different size and texture – a different sound. The table can be a surface to eat on or a surface to play on, by hand or with other tools, as the child desires.

Collapse

– Cemal Gokce. Progression BA (Hons) 3D Design, Product Design Camberwell College of Arts Collapse and Compress + Ceramics

In my project I wanted to explore the theory behind why objects collapse and what mechanisms allow them to do this. I was heavily influenced by both spirals and origami because they both possess interlocking folds which create structures that can withstand pressure and also collapse into a flat piece. I created a multi-faceted design that can be folded flat for easy mobility and storage which provides a geometrically styled pyramid seat cushion to add comfort.

The stool’s complex and eyecatching design is a contrast to the simplicity of its construction and assembly. Understated but making a statement, I believe my stool design idea typifies “less is more”.

Move

– Kiki Gram- Progression BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins matopoulos.

Product Design Consumer On The Move For this project I wanted to explore + Ceramics and review the experience of travelling, whether using public transport, driving, cycling or walking; as passenger or ‘driver’. Ergonomics was a key factor considered when looking at transport interiors and exteriors. I wanted to challenge and question whether the fusion of materials with design are sufficiently comfortable and adequate for the user. The final outcome of my project is an enhancement of the travelling experience – redesigning the steering wheel whilst retaining the sensuality and touch at the heart of the product.

Camping

Progression – BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins

Yaohan Gu. Product Design Camping + Ceramics

This is a sleeping pad inspired by making Chinese dumplings. Easily transformable by users, it can be shaped into a chair, lounge sleeping bag, carpet or bed; any shape you want. It can be used at home or outside at a camp site with your friends and families. Any time you need a break or snooze, It fits your body, hugging it, yet retaining its shape. This product has 2 sizes: Large (diameter 2m) and Small (diameter 1.5m). It can be easily stored and carried with you by simply rolling up or folding.

Migrate

Progression – BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins

Elyse Jones.

Product Design Migration to London + Ceramics

As part of looking at migration, I have tried to explore ways of making this transition more familiar for people migrating to London from the Caribbean. The product I have created brings natural and familiar elements to the kitchen but also provides essential cooking equipment in a compact form.

Nesting inside each other one coconut provides a juicer, pestle and mortar, sieve, and a grater.

Urban

– Flora Khan. Progression BA (Hons) Ceramic Design, Central Saint Martins Product Design + Ceramics Nature in an Urban Environment

When I started to do my research, I faced the question – “ How am I going to join clay and nature together?”.

But after some time I decided not to waste my time thinking about it and just begin making. I’ve found my inspiration in street gardens and parks, where I saw people who wanted to make our world better and kids who were spending their free time exploring the nature. As I am the part of this life I wanted to help and make something (fun) ctional for the different age range.

I was concentrating on nature and now I’m much closer than I was before, because I made the tool which will help me to be connected.

Exposed

– Shivin Khanna. Progression BFA Industrial Design, Rhode Product Design Island School Of Design, USA Exposed To The Elements + Ceramics

To create modern sustainable furniture for the urban outdoors which draws from the natural elements and resists weathering and decay, has been the thought and my aim behind this project. I focused on the surrounding banks of the River Thames.

The product that I have created harnesses water from the atmosphere, primarily rain and sometimes dew and stores it within.

I have incorporated a hydroponic plant, i.e. one which grows without soil and constant need of direct watering. This plant draws the same water stored within for its nourishment. The entire bench is produced using high quality sustainable materials which are resistant to the natural process of weathering.

The bench designed can seat up to 8 people comfortably and tries to tie together the urban surroundings with nature.

Food

– Jestina Kim. Progression BA (Hons) Sculpture & Environmental Art, Product Design Glasgow School of Art + Ceramics Korean Culture & Food I aim to bring tableware for Korean cuisine. I was focused on table etiquette based on Korean sentiment. The most important and fundamental philosophy of Korean culture is ‘harmony with nature’.

There is a hidden beauty and style in the aesthetic values of Korean culture – use of restrained shapes and colours, natural materials, simple and modest lines. Our ancestors tried to harmonise with nature. Therefore, my inspirations also came from nature: rocks (shape) and pine trees (pattern).

The shape is stable, but pattern is rhythmical. This opposite combination balances the whole mood. Pine trees represent the Korean spirit and is a cultural icon to unite the nation because the power of the Koreans’ spirit to overcome difficulties resembles the pine tree.

Coffee

– Taeheon Kim. Progression BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Product Design Saint Martins Bean Around the World: + Ceramics Trends in Coffee A cafÊ now is not only a place where people go to socialise and enjoy coffee, but also go to work, read or study. The aim of my project is to accommodate these pursuits while keeping in mind the limited space.

The Flip Chair enables people to use the chair in a more conventional or active way. The back flips out and provides a small surface on which users can place their coffee cup, iPad or (note)book.

Space

Progression – BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins

Jeffrey Kuo Yen Fu. Small Space Product Design presenting my Unit 7 concept, + Ceramics After I have been to Angel to do some

primary research, by looking at various furniture shops and material shops, in order to gain some inspiration. During this research, I found out that there are a lot of products that are too expensive for low to mid-income residents, also the products are not very functional as a lot of them has only one single use but on a big scale. Therefore, I think while looking at furniture, the most important aspect is to look at its function, in order to save more space at home.

Market

Progression – BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins

Itthaya Kuptisuwun.

Product Design Market My project is about markets. It + Ceramics started out by observing people

behaviour in the different type of markets both in London and Thailand, including street food markets, flower markets, vintage markets and many more. From the research, I found that there are not many seating spaces around the market, and that most people tend to stand and eat rather than sitting down. Therefore, I decided to focus on designing a public table for the visitors who want to stand and eat their food. I chose plywood and red acrylic sheet as my main materials for the product because both the wood and red colour represent markets well.

Cabin

– Azure Progression BA (Hons) Interior Design, Regent’s University Lamusse.

Importance of a Personal Product Design The Outdoor Space (The Cabin for the Park) + Ceramics

I have designed a cabin to be situated in Hyde Park for friends and families to rent out for the day and get away from their routine city life. The cabin allows them to bond within nature with the assurance of shelter and comfort. This concept is designed to encourage people to use the vast green areas that are available to us, making these public outdoor spaces more personal.

Renting a cabin out for the day encourages the user to easily bring and store necessities such as children’s toys and equipment, and food and drink, allowing them to lock up and go for a stroll if they please, without having to carry anything.

Fragile

– Nikki Lavollay. Progression BA (Hons) 3D Design, Camberwell College of Arts Product Design + Ceramics Fragile City

For my Unit 7 project, I decided to explore the relationship between nature’s structures and architectural man-made structures. For this I decided to pick the strongest structures in nature and put them in a city context – in this case honeycomb. For my project I have designed a sitting piece, to put in a park, for people to climb, have a break, eat lunch and enjoy the view. My project was inspired by the Giants Causeway in Ireland which is a natural formation of rocks that have taken the shape of hexagonal piles that stack next each other.

Faux

Progression – BA (Hons) Textile Design, Central Saint Martins

Lucy Macdonald.

Jewellery, Faux Foundling My piece was deeply inspired by the Footwear Foundling Hospital, a Children’s Home established here in London in 1739. of Mothers unable to adequately + Fashion Thousands care for their children arrived at the Hospital seeking relief, optimistic that the Home Accessories would be able to provide their children

with that which they could not themselves provide. Upon arrival at the Hospital, each Mother was asked to bring with her a token with which she could later identify her child in the instance that she wanted to reclaim him/her. Intrigued by this notion of a single object being capable of encapsulating an identity, I wanted to create a token that brings together experiences that many of the Foundling children would never have had during their unaffectionate childhoods in the Hospital.

Each layer of my piece symbolically represents one of five things that I believe every child deserves to experience.

These are unconditional love, belonging, happiness, hope and adventure. My piece seeks to, rather than dwell on their sad past, embrace the possibility of an optimistic future – this is a token of hope.

Interact

– Laura Morelli. Progression BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins Product Design + Ceramics Light and Interaction I based my research on interactive lighting to create a lamp that can be moved up and down. I looked at emotional design and I decided to create an outcome everyone can engage with to create a personal experience. Through my research I understand that I wanted the user to have the choice to move the lamp up and down, to decide how much light they want. The materials are inspired by construction sites and nautical equipment.

One

Progression – BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins

Karin Nakamura.

Product Design One for All To live in a society where people from + Ceramics various cultures and backgrounds

are, we sometimes need to negotiate our supply and demand, which sometimes may restrict our actions. My project, ‘One for All’ aims to allow people to coexist in a space without disturbing others’ actions, by leading users to control the direction of light, which allows them to work individually. For instance, by opening the lamp you will get broader light, functioning as lighting for a room, whereas when it is closed more focused light is obtained, which allows a user to read a book while the rest of the room is watching a film in the darker space.

Extra-

– Calvin Pak. Progression BA (Hons) 3D Design, Product Design Camberwell College of Arts Extra-Ordinary + Ceramics

The product I designed for my final project is a stool. The aim of my final project is to bring structures of nature into the home. I chose to build my idea around crystal formations because I admire their structure, the form they grow to, the random but dramatic aesthetic nature creates. I decided to leave the wood without any varnish or paint, nor any cushion on top, allowing the wood grain to show the structures and cuts. Looking from the side, it is almost like a horizontal cut from a crystal cave.

To

– Tommaso Progression BA Design Passamonti. From A to B Product Design The aim of my project is to improve transport by making it more + Ceramics urban appealing to travellers as well as

putting them at ease with different mobility resources such as bicycles.

One of the main reasons why people use public transport rather than a bicycle is for their health and safety risks that may occur during their ride. Rain is a problem for cyclists, especially in London. I have tackled this problem by designing a waterproof rucksack which has an incorporated raincoat, with reflectors to be seen when cycling at night – it can be pulled out when raining.

Rest

Progression – BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins

Philip Pisarevskiy.

Product Design Restful Travel Air travel has become less private, + Ceramics less comfortable and less relaxing in

recent years. Almost every person, who feels discomfort onboard the aircraft feels there is a lack of space and every second feels difficulties with sleep. Learning from the history and looking into the future, I’ve created this seat, which gives you more space, privacy, comfort and lets you feel at home above the clouds.

Structure

Progression – Decision Pending

Mary Pritchett.

Product Design Natural Structures + Ceramics When looking at the world of small plants and organisms, I was struck by the huge variation in the growth and abundance of these plants depending on their proximity to the city centre. Because of the poor air quality we experience in urban environments, we are inadvertently missing out on a lot of natural beauty. By casting samples of moss and lichen that I collected, I was able to make an exact copy of their form and structure for my ceramic pieces. I created these cups in an attempt to bring the beauty and tactile quality of natural growth to the user’s attention in an everyday object.

Revolution

– Gulnara Progression BA (Hons) 3D Design, Rakieva. Camberwell College of Arts Revolution in Material Design Product Design purpose of my project is + Ceramics The to combine sustainability and

aesthetic beauty in a final product and increase the desirability of recycled materials.

I have experimented with a wide range of materials that are often put to industrial use rather than design purpose. After thorough analysis of the natural properties of the materials, I have reached a stage at which the further re-factoring of these materials is reduced to a minimum. From the range of materials I have analysed, the one with the most interesting qualities was the material made from weaving strands of carry bags. It proved to be soft, waterproof and strong.

The soft plastic with its casual and relaxed feel contrasts with the refined shape of the wire frame, showcasing perfectly the aesthetic qualities of each material.

My final outcome is a high bench created for the shopping centre where customers can have a break during their shopping. Why not bring back the carrier bags to the shopping centre where they will find their second life?

Human

– Marlen Rau. Progression BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Product Design Saint Martins Human Bodies + Ceramics In everyday life most objects we interact with go unnoticed, they serve their purpose and only get attention when faulty or broken. The aim of my project was to provoke reflection upon this relationship by confronting the user with a design inspired by the human body and human mannerisms.

The Introvert Lamp is based on the posture of people who try to rest and shelter themselves from the environment by laying their heads down onto folded arms.

When switched off, the fragile bulb is supposed to be pivoted down and to rest in a bespoke made depression within thick, protective concrete walls.

Time

Progression – BA (Hons) Ceramic Design, Central Saint Martins

Anna Margreta Rozensteina.

Product Design Time & Metamorphosis Creativity is unique for each of us. + Ceramics It makes each individual stand out

in a different way.

I have researched home-made objects and DIY projects by all kinds of people around the world taking the idea of using found, discarded and gathered objects in design process to decorate ceramic vessels.

‘Motley Pots’ are functional sculptures that explore the potential and value of common objects and encourage to think about the things that surround us from a different and more creative perspective.

What would you make from the things around you?

Life

– Pengyu Ruan. Progression BA (Hons) 3D Design, Camberwell College of Arts Product Design + Ceramics Life Light

The aim of my project is to bring a relaxed feeling into homes in such a busy world. I designed each of the patterns in the fruit so they will create beautiful shadows. When the product is placed in front of a candle, silhouettes are projected onto walls and surfaces. I decided to keep the base of the product very simple, in contrast with the complexity of the top; wood contrasting the laser-cut acrylic. My products bring nature into the home.

Balance

– Ester Saba. Progression BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins Product Design Balance Light + Ceramics

A table lamp designed to enlighten an interior space – a decorative, industrial light, inspired by oldfashioned weighing scales.

I focused on the user’s interaction with the counterbalancing weight and applied it to my design. The light stays balanced on a pin and the height of the bulb changes, when the user moves the wooden piece horizontally.

Tea

– Yi Shen. Progression BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins Product Design + Ceramics Tea for Two Cultures I am interested in the tea culture in both Britain and China. My research began with learning the history of tea in Britain and China. By visiting tea shops and interviewing people, I aimed to observe people’s rituals, habits and behaviour about tea on both personal and collective levels.

As a result of my research, I aspired to design a tea set which fitted the modern lifestyle. The tea set I have designed can be stacked up to save storage space. The cup is as large as a standard mug, because many people more enjoy drinking tea from a mug.

Uncouth

– Daniel Staut. Progression BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins Product Design + Ceramics Uncouth

Tableware, coffee cups, saucers and spoons. This espresso set is made in copper and ceramic; materials that when manipulated can react in unpredictable and beautiful ways, leaving unique and remarkable patterns on their surfaces. The form and finish of each piece highlights the raw characteristics of the materials, and records the way in which they are made. The design celebrates the unpredictable and elegant imperfections inherent in the making process and the materials themselves. The project responds to eastern aesthetic culture of Wabi-Sabi and Kintsugi, which celebrates imperfection and transience.

Object

Progression – BA (Hons) Ceramic Design, Central Saint Martins

Marion Stergides.

The Relationship Between Food & Product Design Object + Ceramics The ceramic pieces I have designed

allow the user to interact with their food in an alternative and more playful way; unlike traditional methods of eating. My research within this project has allowed me to explore ways in which tableware can offer a unique experience during the physical act of eating.

I have designed two sets of cutlery, The ‘Dual’ cutlery set consists of four unique utensils, each one has been designed with a type of food in mind. The ‘Finger’ cutlery collection, has been inspired by the concept of eating with our fingers, as we did as children; bringing back the fun in eating.

Eye

Progression – BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins

Radika Suhenda.

Product Design More Than Meets the Eye We have become so familiar with the + Ceramics products that we use everyday, that we

tend to take them for granted, forgetting that they were once revolutionary innovations. ‘More Than Meets The Eye’ is about the appreciation of the simplest products around us and making us think twice about what we are using, by hiding function in form. I interviewed 20 people and asked them to list down three products that they use everyday. The ones that were mentioned the most were the wallet, pen, and toothbrush. After going back to their roots and doing research on how and why they’ve developed, I decided to focus on the pen as it provided the most opportunities for re-design due to its dynamism as a product. I wanted to keep the pen simple and sleek, yet able to intrigue the user through its form while retaining its original function.

Phobia

– Nishat J. Progression BA (Hons) Ceramic Design, Central Saint Martins Tahsin.

Product Design Phobia: Feelings and Emotions are you afraid of? Acrophobia, + Ceramics What Aerophobia, Ophidiophobia, are

all common fears. The aim of my project was to create a product that could provide comfort and support for the user. I started off by visiting bridges and places that were high off the ground so that I could analyse how my body reacted whilst I faced one of my biggest fears: heights.

I focussed my research – looking at how the hand wraps, positions and protects it self, and exploring the impact that colour and texture has on feelings and emotions.

This enabled me to develop a set of different shaped handles using a selection of materials and a chromatic theme to demonstrate how holding something can help you feel more relaxed and comforted.

Box

– Ruyu Yan. Progression BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins Product Design + Ceramics Living in a Box

In this project I was investigating living in small areas through researching and observing different daily activities in a small living space.

Understanding how much space was actually used and wasted, led to my focussing on corners, where space is most likely to be forgotten.

The way to solve the problem of oppressive and limited small spaces, is to maximise the use of corners and provide comfort to users. I have designed a sofa-bed.

The sofa fits into corners perfectly.

By moving one side of the sofa , it can join to become a double bed. I used fabric joints to ensure stability and flexibility. This efficient design provides multi-functionality within a corner space.

After

Progression – BA (Hons) Product Design, Central Saint Martins

Sireethorn Yontrakul.

Product Design After Work This project, explored strategies + Ceramics and activities that people use to

rest and recharge themselves after a long day of work. I started by observing people’s behaviours and discovered that watching movies is a common hobby that people enjoy in their free time to relax and rest after work. This inspired my design for a lightweight personal pod. It is a small structure that allows the user to lie on their back while a tablet is supported above them to show a film. The product brings together the physical relaxation of lying down, with the mental relaxation of enjoying a film. It is made from an unusual coloured and lightweight flecked foam and folds flat for storage.