PORTFOLIO HOW TO USE SMALL SPACE EFFECTIVELY AND REDUCE VISUAL CLUTTER MSC PRODUCT DESIGN AND FURNITURE HSIN-YEN, YEH 2020
CONTENTS
PROJECT INTRODUCTION
3
PRACTICE ONE
4
PRACTICE TWO
9
FINAL RESOLUTION
23
PROJECT INTRODUCTION
"Furniture" as part of the composition of space, the type of furniture must match the state of the space. The object is aimed at young people in the small space of urban living, which can make the small space look bigger and suitable for small space.
PRACTICE ONE
TIMELINE OF PRACTICE ONE
Search some furniture which is about space utilization
Search materials
Get new idea and sketch them Testing model
First idea
3D rendering
Redefining age and market
Testing model
PRACTICE ONE - RESEARCH QUESTION
HOW TO USE SMALL SPACE EFFECTIVELY? KEY WORDS OF PRODUCT
AGE GROUP SIMPLE
MOVABLE
ENJOYABLE
PRACTICAL
MULTI -FUNCTIONAL
24-34 YEARS OLD
PRACTICE ONE - SKETCH IDEATION
Trolley ideation
PRACTICE ONE - PROTOTYPES TESTING
Aluminium and copper prototypes testing
PRACTICE ONE - FINAL 3D RENDERING
This idea was inspired by the concept of bicycles and combined with the idea of carts to form multifunctional furniture. Considering that young people need an object to assist them in shopping when they are shopping outdoors, and the function indoors is a bookshelf and the hanger. It can be used outdoors or indoors and achieve the current needs of young people.
PRACTICE TWO - RESEARCH PROPOSAL
HOW TO USE SMALL SPACE EFFECTIVELY? Footed furniture Multi-functional furniture Using ceiling space Light color furniture Transparent furniture
The furniture is aimed at young people in the small space of urban living, which can make the small space look bigger and suitable for small space.
How to achieve ecological coexistence ? How to manufacture? How to make product to be innovative? How to achieve young generation needs? What materials I can use?
PRACTICE TWO - MATERIALS ANALYSIS
Cork is the bark of cork oak (also known as cork oak). It is a purely natural raw material with unique and irreplaceable qualities. It is very light, waterproof and barrier to gas penetration, elastic, compressible, heat and sound insulation properties, flame retardant and highly wear-resistant material.
1. Cork is a very light material that can float on water 2. Effectively block liquid and gas penetration 3. Natural materials, 100% can be recyclable 4. The natural material does not leave plasticizer to keep the body healthy The image is from Jasper Morrison
PRACTICE TWO - MATERIALS ANALYSIS
Acrylic is a transparent plastic material with outstanding strength, stiffness, and optical clarity. Acrylic sheet is easy to fabricate, bonds well with adhesives and solvents, and is easy to thermoform. It has superior weathering properties compared to many other transparent plastics.
1. High transparency, 92% light transmittance 2. Thick version can still maintain transparency 3. Weather resistance, can be used outdoors for 10 years 4. Good surface hardness and gloss 5. Good plasticity, easy to process
The image is from Urban Outfitters
PRACTICE TWO - MATERIALS EXPERIMENT
Acrylic and cork, I wanted to do this experiment because it is difficult to imagine the connection between cork and acrylic, so I decided to buy materials to make an object to observe the real feeling of the combination of these two materials.
KEY WOEDS OF THE PRODUCT
SIMPLE
TRANSPARENT INDOOR MAKE THE SPACE BIGGER
PRACTICE TWO - SKETCH IDEATION
PRACTICE TWO - TESTING TIME & MEETING WITH EXTERNAL PARTNERS
AFTER TESTING TIME
Defining the function and criteria specifically Making furniture to be disappeared Keeping object cleaner and less pieces How can I do for another ways? How to make it to be efficient and elegant?
PRACTICE TWO - RESOLUTION OF THE PROJECT DEFINING TOPIC AGAIN
HOW TO USE SMALL SPACE EFFECTIVELY AND REDUCE VISUAL CLUTTER
KEY WORDS
INDOOR
TRANSPARENT MAKE THE SPACE BIGGER
MAKE THE SPACE BIGGER DELICATE ELEGANT
PRACTICE TWO - SKETCH IDEATION
PRACTICE TWO - INSPIRATION SHAPING COLOUR The glass furniture collection includes a purple mirror, a blue shelf, a green side table and a yellow console table, each featuring a gradient of colour.
The image is from Germans ErmiÄ?s
FLUTED GLASS TABLE A brainchild of architecture and auto glass production. The fluted glass and clear glass sealed a layer of printed gradient film between them - something the workshop has yet to attempted. The top has an oval shape, and a 45 degrees flute orientation that both changes and creates a more elegant refraction.
The image is from Thinkk studio
PRACTICE TWO - RESOLUTION SKETCH Using light colors, creating a natural sense of spaciousness In addition to the size of the furniture, the color will also affect the visual effect. Therefore, small living space uses light-colored furniture as much as possible. The light-colored furniture can not only adapt to various spaces but also have the effect of visual magnification, and it is not easy to cause visual oppression.
Low-rise furniture, creating unobstructed vision In the space of a small house, a wide field of vision is an important part. If a large object isolates the vision, the space will be divided and the overall feeling will be narrower. Therefore, low-rise furniture can make the vision wider and more comfortable. Simple lines, reduce visual burden In the small living space, many furnishings will be more concentrated, if you choose furniture with complicated lines, the whole will be more messy. Simple line furniture can keep the vision fresh and reduce the sense of oppression.
FINAL RESOLUTION - 3D RENDERING CORK
Using transparent acrylic to make the space bigger and using cork to create a natural sense of spaciousness. The furniture can adapt to various spaces and have the effect of visual magnification; in addtion, it is not easy to cause visual oppression. Acrylic and Cork not only change the feeling of space but also create elegant refraction.
ACRYLIC
FINAL RESOLUTION - FIRST 3D RENDERING
Initial rendering of transparent chair
FINAL RESOLUTION - FINAL 3D RENDERING
TRANSPARENT ACRYLIC SERIES There are chair, table and bookshelf of this transparent series respectively. Using transparent acrylic to make the space bigger and using cork to create a natural sense of spaciousness.
TRANSPARENT CHAIR
PRODUCT DETAILS
It is composed of transparent acrylic and natural cork. The sides of the acrylic chair frame are used as magazine storage areas, and the middle is used for books or DVDs. The cushion is made of cork, taking into account the skin-friendly and comfort of cork. Create simple, beautiful and practical household objects.
TRANSPARENT TABLE
PRODUCT DETAILS
It is Composed of transparent acrylic and natural cork. The size of the table is two times more than the size of the chair, the sides of the acrylic table shelf are used as magazine storage areas, and the hollow space is used for books or DVDs. The space with two table mats is made of cork, taking into account the skin-friendly and comfort of cork. Create simple, beautiful and practical household objects.
TRANSPARENT BOOKSHELF
PRODUCT DETAILS
It is composed of transparent acrylic and natural cork. The acrylic frame is used as a storage area for books and magazines. Considering the overall support balance, the cork is placed under the acrylic and used as a pin board. Create simple, beautiful and practical household objects.
COLOR PALLETE
TRANSPARENT
C:40 M:0 Y:70 K:0
C:23 M:12 Y:32 K:0
C:38 M:9 Y:0 K:11
C:16 M:70 Y:75 K:0
C:40 M:0 Y:70 K:0
C:23 M:12 Y:32 K:0
C:38 M:9 Y:0 K:11
FINAL RESOLUTION - FINAL 3D DIMENSION DRAWING
FINAL RESOLUTION - FINAL 3D DIMENSION DRAWING
FINAL RESOLUTION - FINAL 3D DIMENSION DRAWING
FINAL RESOLUTION - PROJECT MARKET ANALYSIS 4P ANALYSIS
SWOT ANALYSIS
PRODUCT There are chair, table and bookshelf of this transparent series respectively. Using transparent acrylic to make the space bigger and using cork to create a natural sense of spaciousness.
PRICE In order to create a high-quality impression to customers, the products adhere to high-quality and delicate production. The price is medium-priced, falling in a group of 250 ÂŁ, with chairs, tables and bookshelves.
PLACE 1. Hope to cooperate with IKEA. IKEA is a retail structure that sells a lot of proudct and furniture, so it deepens consumers’ impression. 2. Create own product blog to sell products.
PROMOTION Use social media such as instagram or facebook to create opportunities.
Transparent furniture series Highly professional and adaptable to market trends
Not as famous as an internatinal furniture brand
Excellent and delicate quality of the product
The furniture price is slightly higher
Product weight is lighter than glass
HIgh product cost
Customized color service Variety of colors
STRENGTH
WEAKNESS
OPPORTUNITY
THREAT
The Increased acceptance of multifunctional furniture
Many furniture competitors
The rise of the Asian furniture market
Price of the products is quite open and transparent on online
High environmental awareness and focus on environmental protection technology The rise of online shopping
