Adam Taylor Industrial Product Design
2013
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Welcome
ME
Design
human focused environmental innovative multi- disciplined emotional
Passion
music Drummer creative fun change life care fitness mma art social comedy
Design Approach Solving current issues with appropriate technologies
Create brainstorm sketching ideation experiment mock up evaluate
Analysis problem need trend user scenario market specification brand
Outcome detailing colour testing 3D model validate manufacture prototype
A dual function workstation following the laws of Feng Shui, provides an organic solution to increasing concentration. Using OLED lighting to combine mood lighting and time boxing ensures highest level of productivity. . .
COURS workstation
Working in the same space always becomes boring.
Workstations do not encourage perfect posture.
75% of people lose concentration after 45 minutes of work.
COURS workstation Taking a unique form following the laws of Feng Shui and traditional Japanese architecture, the Cours workstation encourages proper posture and productivity. Redefining workplaces with OLED time boxing and mood lighting, users can stay focused between two seats, whilst experiencing an alfresco medium.
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1 Low set rear seat 2 Feng Shui friendly form 3 Integrated dock 4 OLED mood lighting 5 Power station 6 Alfresco ergonomic foot rest
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COURS workstation
Pha:s
In the attempt to phase the creative work of Stack and Calatrava, an architectural Jardinière was created. The contemporary shape with pods for life to seed, builds an intriguing object of desire.
Collapsible
Poste Redefining gym equipment through a sustainable approach.
Sustainably redesigning badminton equipment. Sourcing inexpensive materials and manufacturing methods to reduce costs through transport, manufacture and storage.
Collapsible Poste
clumsy oversized expensive unnecessary
Collapsible Poste
Poste has the ability to be collapsed and stored in less than a minute.
Collapsible Poste
Poste is compliant with the laws of Badminton set by the Badminton World Federation (BWF), with the option of reducing the size to suit younger aspiring athletes. Poste reduces the weight of existing products by a minimum of 30%. With the additional attribute of low cost storage and transport, Poste becomes the sustainable solution to this aging issue.
Combining Japanese culture with modern socialising environments. Line seating provides a low cost, no maintenance necessary, comfortable product.
5 Day Project
3 Day Project
Concept: Creating a new product from an existing object. Eliminating the purpose of carrying an extra object when travelling to or from shopping.
A luxury exterior with a durable structure allows Sieze to keep a valid form and maintain a capacity of 10 litres. Within 4 simple steps an everyday satchel erects into a wheeled business like holdall.
. . . shopping with eze
Allowing a green commute to become a reality, through motivation , physical activity and rewards.
45 mins
of the same activity causes a defect on productivity.
30 mins
of physical activity should be achieved 5 days a week
75% of people
52%
live within 30 minutes of work
Increase in fuel costs over the past 5 years
40-50%
of non walking journeys can be completed by bicycle without increasing time
24%
of commuters do not travel by car
Go Fara with Tim
Aim By targeting major corporations “Go Fara� serves as a motivational tool to help employees try an alternative commute.
Sustainably designed, recyclable commuter dual function bicycle.
Receive rewards for becoming active.
Cyclometer with E-ink display Resistance roller system Polycarbonate reinforced frame
OLED lighting
Carbon Fibre Storage/Stand
Retractable storage strap
Removable body panels
Dynamo hub Clean hidden carbon belt drive
Go Fara with Tim
Dual Functionality allows activity in a place of work alongside general commute
Exercise and commutes are registered to through s ma rt ca rd te chno lo gy .
Contemporary design creates an emotional response to change a commute.
Featured by
Manipulation of steel in a conduit fashion allows a new style of furnishing come to life. Creation of a severe contrast between traditional furnishing and more modernness styles, the Cond kitchen range provide a new fashion to formal dining choices.
One week project
Employed as a technical designer and account manager, the job entailied working alongside a range of architects, interior designs and contractors in order to create purely bespoke staircase designs. Using a variety of software from Staircon to AutoCAD intriguing and original designs were accomplished within and without of current building regulations. Once designs were complete I was also part of the programming team in order to create manufacture ready programs for CNC’s to cut all parts ready for assembly before delivery to the client. Working throughout from initial CAD all the way to CAM and assembly.
Profile
Software Skills
An industrial designer who enjoys all disciplines of design. Having just obtained a distinction in MA “Future Design / Design Futures” an array of online features have been obtained, alongside a new portfolio.
Experienced user of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Solidworks. Valid experience in 3DS Max, Adobe After Effects and Final Cut Studio
Work Experience
Background Born in Stoke on Trent, I was always a creative individual. This led me to study Industrial Design at Manchester Metropolitan University. Between working in America and UK, I became interested in education. This led me to apply for a PGCE. All appeared well - until I realised I hadn’t designed for over 3 months. Having never quit anything ever before I completed the course, with job offers from both placements. This encouraged me to complete an MA in my area of expertise, leading me to this exciting point in my career.
AVC StairBox (Dec 2012 - Present)
CAD Engineer with the UK’s most popular staircase manufacturing company. Working alongside architects and live cliental on a day to day basis, designing bespoke staircases through CAD visualisation, engineer drawings and programming CAM.
Hamilton Innovative (May 2012)
Hired as a freelance reverse Engineer in Cleveland
Associate D & T Teacher (2010/11)
Qualifications and Achievements
Teacher at two secondary schools over the academic year.
MA Future Design / Design Futures (Distinction)
Camp Winadu (2009-2011)
General Summer counselor at a renowned American Sports camp. Named as “Head of Skatepark” alongside teaching music.
Teesside University 2012
1st Class BSc (Hons) Design and Technology for Industry
Argos Ltd (2008-2011)
Manchester Metropolitan University 2010
Freelance Work
Michelin lifestyles design award winner (2007)
Hired as a freelance designer for a variety of companies creating brands and promotional graphics.
A Levels Mathematics B Physics D
GCSE 12 A-C
Product Design B ICT B
Contact 07714265734 | me@ataylorsdesign.com | www.ataylorsdesign.com Currently living in Stoke on Trent (26 Fowlers Lane, ST2 7NB)
Willing to relocate
References David Heaton
Manchester Metropolitan University d.heaton@mmu.ac.uk
Adam Taylor .
Curriculum Vitae
Michael Hall
Teesside University michael.hall@tees.ac.uk
Adam Taylor Industrial Product Design
2013
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