PELİN B İLGİN PORTFOLIO’19
Hi, I’m Pelin! I’m a dedicated designer who likes to think outside the box and is always eager to learn more.
education Middle East Technical University Industrial Design Graduate Program Middle East Technical University Industrial Design 3rd Rank Graduation Politecnico di Milano Erasmus Program
certificates 2019 - Present 2014 - 2018
2017
METU College Private High School Ankara
2010-2014
Mutluköy Görsel Ballet School Ankara
2002-2013
experiences Kenarköşe Creative Agency Junior Designer
METU Honor Roll
2018 - Present 2018
B&T Design Internship
2017
Arçelik Internship
2016 2015-2017
2016 2014 - 2018
IELTS Grade: 7.5
2013
Royal Academy of Dance Merit Level
2011
Mutluköy Görsel Ballet School Ankara
computer skills
Jotform User Research Internship
Mutluköy Görsel Ballet School Assistant Ballet Teacher
Royal Academy of Dance Intermediate Level
Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Adobe Photoshop Keyshot Rhinoceros AutoCAD
language skills English Advanced Italian Beginner Turkish Native
2002-2013
Here, you can find a selection of my works.
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Lagoon in collaboration with B&T Design Toi-Lab Seyir in collaboration with Otokar Capsule in collaboration with Kale Group Mapo Politecnico di Milano Mooi in collaboration with Beko Bambino Ruga Safe’n Sound
LAGOON modular furniture set for open plan offices
Increase of collaboration
Globalization
Companies’ main focus is networking among co-workers and interdisciplinary teams.
As communicating with other countries got easier, the concept of time and place have lost their importance. Skype meetings have become a part of every day life.
No need for a definite office
Changing nature of work
Leading companies know that well designed workspaces improve performance, promotes innovation and results in healthier employees.
With a younger work force, the line between socializing and working got blurry. Informal co-working spaces attracts the young creatives.
user research interviews
user research online survey
Team work %42.5
Individual work %57.5
“I have a divider on my desk which creates a space but sometimes I need complete isolation.”
“When you have too much stuff, you start spreading into the space.”
“You always have to adjust yourself to what others are doing as well.” “I always need a leaner, better organized office when I am working with a colleague.” “Chairs become boring after you use them 24/7. I could even work while standing.” “My office is an active and dynamic environment”
user research shadowing
Arrangement is changed according to the meeting. Focus is generally on the presenter.
Focus is on the work during smaller meetings like gathering around a table.
user research probe on the perception of employees “You sometimes interact with people in a more different setting than a meeting or a presentation. We need multifunctional spaces for different activities. Sometimes even an empty space works just fine.�
What is the first word that comes to your mind when you see this photo?
Relax Bright Clean Tidy Boss
Pleasure Expensive Freelance Lazy
Dystopia Grey Standardized Claustrophobic Trapped Mass production Head ache
Brainstorming Excitement Group work Intimate Creative Collaboration Interaction Messy
Crowd Impersonal Dark Interactive Work hours Orders Mutual goal
user research outcome Work areas embody many actions between which working is only one. So, offices should be able to create a balance between each of these actions.
relaxing socializing
working
focusing
The main work related needs of employees were then determined and labeled according to their environmental requirements.
private study
short term working stations
isolation booths
collaborative working
ideation designing for reconfigurability Having both soft and hard surfaces that can be reconfigured for different purposes.
designing with movable parts Hidden accoustic panel that can be slided out when needed. Extra seating hidden underneath for informal meetings.
designing for privacy Creating different private areas inside the open office, using the modular wall panel.
designing with intersecting geometries Intersecting different geometries and being able to manipulate these intersections according to needs.
final idea collaboration designing for open plan offices with no hierarchy, people become more approachable. But in sometimes privacy is needed. designing for reproducability Each meeting requires a different setting according to its purpose. An office needs various kinds of environments. designing for privacy During a collaborative group work, the group needs to isolate themselves from their surroundings in order to focus.
short gatherings bar seating 50x120 cm
brief discussions working table 80x120 cm
break-out zone informal meetings 45x120 cm
private meetings meeting table 120x240 cm
designing for different tasks A day at work consists of many different activities. Performing each task on a single conventional desk and a chair is not efficient.
product features
main module The main axis provides means for electricity and serves as a joinery bed to different aparatus parts. form The module provides multiple angles for joineries and acts as an aesthetic piece inside the office to elevate to mood.
Turn-box socket system
Cord is hidden between the intricates.
module options There are 3 main module options. First one is for desks, second for large meetings and the third one is for the high seating module type.
Easy access to plugs over the meeting table.
TOI-LAB a smart toilet seat raiser for the elderly
research
initial ideas
Dialysis schedule is altered according to the albumin level in urine. So patients take periodic urine tests. Currently, patients use charts to keep up with the changing dialysis routine.
The main problem is the frequent and tiresome visits to the hospital.
designing for adaptability A product that incorporates with the existing toilet at home.
user research interview Elderly people refrain from visiting the doctor and under estimate the importance of close and constant inspection.
designing for innovation A smart toilet that performs urine tests.
designing for single use A disposable testing material which changes color in the presence of albumin.
designing for elderly considerations
stakeholders and benefits
Due to elderly’s observd prejudice towards technology, embedded technology is appropriate. Elevated seating would help with elderly’s physical problems in the toilet.
doctor Trustworthy source of information
dialysis technician Better guidelines about the process
patient Personalized and continuous healthcare
usage scenario
Testing command is given
Sensor is lowered and dipped into the specimen
Color coded feedback about the test result
Doctor evaluation through the app
product features
technical details
Back support Silicone detailing for better grip
Lithium-ion battery Sensor box Increased height for convenience Standardized fixtures
Fixture element
app For reviewing test results weekly and receiving monthly prescription.
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Telescobic movement mechanism
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technology Opto-mechanical apparatus is used for measuring the amount of albumin. Urine is excited with a laser beam. Emitted fluorescent is sent to the “brain�.
SEYİR
an apron bus to minimize stress at airports
Team members Nurgül Koyuncu Dilmin Yanık İpek Erkan
user research interview
ideation
“I prefer standing up because I think elderly people will ask for my seat anyway.” “It is hard for a person with a child and lots of bags to find enough space.”
3 wheel apron bus running on solar energy
Asymmetrical combination of doors to control the crowd
Type of bags carried by passengers
Marriage of interior and exterior design
final idea relieving stress
Directing passengers for increased comfort
Increasing outdoor visibility
Backside of seating used for holding on and luggage
scenario
Asymmetrical doors increase the flow. Entrance is allowed through a single and the exit is made from two.
Seating towards the window for relaxation.
Continuity of windows from ceiling to the sides.
Panaromic view at each end of the bus.
Spacious journey
CAPSULE washbasin for schools to teach children hygenic behaviors
Team members Yıldız Sağnak Aysun Bolat Ming Yao
user research outcome shadowing
ideation
designing for gamification A wearable soap container that periodically reminds children to wash hands.
The importance of collaboration and correct guidance during children’s learning phase. designing for guidance A wash basin which guides about the phases of washing hands and brushing teeth.
collaborative design workshop outcome Children are more motivated to learn when they are with their friends and gamification keeps their attention focused for a longer time.
designing for gamification A wash basin design with a ball game which functions as a timer.
final idea collaboration
wash basin
soap dispensor
hand dryer
Capsule serves for children with different heights without emphasizing the difference. The washbasin, contains the water inside the tank while washing hands for a drier and thus safer bathroom environment.
usage scenario washing hands
Children take soap from the soap dispenser.
Once they dip their hands inside the Capsule, the sensor starts giving water.
They dry their hands with the dryer placed on top of the Capsule.
usage scenario brushing teeth
Children carry their tooth brush kit.
They can place the kit.
They brush their teeth.
assembly scenario
prototyping 3d printer and clay
MAPO an orange squeezer for families with children
Team members OÄ&#x;uz Boz Angela Vera MattÄąa Guarnieri
creative session sketch problems
analysis of existing products
Hard to clean.
Bulky. Requires too much effort.
Too many components.
user research
Draw a “children friendly” squeezer. Draw an orange squeezer from the future. Draw a very “ugly” orange squeezer.
Outcomes Effective use of color Movable parts Gamification Generating stories
I am always the last one to sit on the table because of final preparations.” Mother of two, 55 “My grandson always asks if he can help me in the kitchen.” Grandma, 67 “I am not at home very often so every moment I have with my family is precious.” Flight attendant, 32 user research outcome Preparing orange juice can be a non-enjoyable and a one-person task which doesn’t allow for co-operation.
concept Preparing orange juice by gathering a family, through the involvement of. children.
initial ideas
process mockups
Raising children’s interest by building the squeezer.
Expandable squeezer.
Foldable squeezer.
Gamification of the orange squeezing process. Origamy salt-shaker squeezer with unique built-in glasses.
An origamy-like salt shaker.
Racing squeezer’s parts.
Foldable squeezer built by children. A balancing game between users.
Racing two users.
product features
process mockups trials with filtering
A squeezer for family breakfast used on glasses. Main body (TPE) Filter (Silicone) Filter also helps with storage
Foldable
final mockup 3d printed and laser cut
Stackable
Detailing to fit the main body
MOOI a smart personal assistant
Team members Örsan Tülüce Ezgi Mucuroğlu
concept Basic things that go on in our kitchen, has an impact on most of our intense daily life.
emotional design
wearable products
health
multi sensory communication machine learning
life coach
time management
user Mooi consists of a smart bracelet and a wall mounted charging unit. It acts as a personal assistant that gives responses according to the behavioral patterns of the user.
home
Mooi is a smart home automation system that connects the user with the kitchen and regulates the home environment.
kitchen
voice control
Each topic with a character for a more personalized and fun experience. Characters appear on both the bracelet and the home unit to give certain feedback.
vibrational feedback
specialized characters Controls health data
sensor
display unit Keepks track of the kitchen
Organizes daily routine assembly apparatus
scenario You slept 5 hours last night. Careful bed timing today!
Your meeting is at 2pm and presentation at 4 pm.
05:45
05:50
05:55
Wake up!
06:00
Mooi creates daily schedules according to the behavioral pattern of the user and gives personalized feedbacks like sleep quality.
Everything’s okay in the kitchen!
Did I turn down the stove?
House is set to 24 degrees for energy saving. You have 3 e-mails!
Communication between kitchen appliances to make personalized inferences like shopping list and controlling energy consumption.
Hey, you still haven’t read your e-mails!
Not now Mooi
User can control Mooi’s alerts by postponing or silencing the characters.
BAMBINO hot glue gun for kids
concept Hot glue guns require a non-functional aparatus to be balanced and are not specialized for children. Bambino has a self-standing form for a safer grip and less risk of burnt hands. 7 mm glue stick
product features
indication light
heater element
precision tip nozzle
self-standing form
indication light
on/off switch
RUGA foldable outdoor seating unit
Team members Ceren Özcan Egemen Ada
user research shadowing
concept “Sometimes we sit on a bench, have breakfast, study, chat and we leave long after having dinner.”
versatile spacious flat-back
“I generally drag benches around: either I don’t like the location or I merge them to make a larger one.”
assembly Legs are opened. The strap and the wooden rod give structure. Becomes flat pack when the legs are folded.
prototyping 1:1 working model
SAFE’N SOUND infant monitoring device with a connected parent unit
research SIDS is the unexpected infant death during sleep. The syndrome can be prevented with the observation of periodic symptoms.
infant unit
ideation communication between parent and the infant
connectivity between devices
Assembly onto the crib
Senses the presence of the baby and starts monitoring.
trials for the placement of the monitor
Status indicated by color
parent unit Feedback through icons and colors.
app About last night... Emma woke up times Average heart beat
24 January
Emma 5 months
Heart beat
Notification on app
5 kg 63 cm
180BPM
Average temperature
37 C
zzz Sleeping...
Temperature Infant unit battery status
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