a . matravers d e s i g n p o r t f o l i o
berkshire.uk
alec_matravers
@ hotmail.com
07899836857
www.alec-matravers.moonfruit.com
Throughout my life, one thing has remained clear, design is something I am passionate about and wish to continue. I am a well-presented person, who is reliable and approachable with an interest for learning new skill sets. Recently graduating from Falmouth University, I enjoy learning about all aspects of Art and Design but with an interest for product design and that associated with the industry.
2002 – 2007 Park House School GCSEs (Grades ranging from A - C)
2007 - 2009 Park House School A-Levels. (Grades A - C)
2009 - 2010 Basingstoke College of Technology. Art and Design Foundation Diploma (Merit)
2010 - Falmouth University - 2013 BA (Hons) Sustainable Product Design Second Class Honours (Upper Division) Based on two central themes - Sustainability and Community. A course that teaches how design is a powerful tool for change. Innovative products that consider the environment and the role of the designer in the community. It’s about exploring environmental, economic and social issues and their relationship to design.The course allows you to master 3D design processes from conception to production by developing your research, drawing, computer, making and presentation skills.
skills Prototyping Laser Cutter Rapid Prototyping 3 Axis Milling 2 Axis Milling Workshop Tools - bandsaw, jigsaw, beltsander, wood lathe, hand tools Card Models
Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Adobe Indesign Autodesk Inventor Microsoft Packages Netfabb KeyShot Rendering Package
Studio Practice Sketching Clear Communications Design Crits Presentation Skills Graphical Layout Working in a Team Time Management UCD Research - User Centred Research
contents
h y d r at i o n Improving
the intake of fluids for the elderly
Tea and coffee plays a big part in British society which includes the elderly.
How can we change the process of making tea and coffee easier for the elderly to improve hydration and their standard of living?
coffee
spoon A simple idea to make the process of tea and coffee easier and more efficient for the elderly. This product encourages the elderly to hydrate when feeling fatigued from arthritis. at the end of the day. This can eliminate several steps of the coffee making process. The ‘coffee spoon’ contains powered milk and sweeteners however keeping its function as a usable spoon for making a hot drink.
Combining the coffee and a spoon together reduces the steps to make a cup of coffee improving hydration for the elderly
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kettle My second concept that aids the elderly in hydration is re-designing the kettle to make it easier to dispense water for making tea and coffee. The kettle uses induction technology to boil the water keeping it safe and by reducing weight. Another design element is the handle, using bright colours helping those with arthritis and visual impairments.
Induction Technology
Magnetic Field Ceramic Plate
Power Coil Magnetic Source Supply Electrical Generator
degradable
sustainable
tent
concept
for
festivals
Once a festival has finished, people leave their unwanted waste including tents, which end up going into landfill with few been re-used.
T h e additive d2w can break down plastic, in particularly, polypropylene. This would mean that those tents made from plastic could be recycled, however those that cannot can be sent to landfill. This will safely and sustainably bio-degrade after an allotted time set by the designer.
The final design considers many elements to create a sustainable tent concept for festivals. Some of these include utilising the social aspects of camping, important during festivals.
bus
bringing
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shelter
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campus
bus
shelter
Here within the university and with the ever-increasing number of students from Exeter and Falmouth requires the need for a bus shelter that reflects the ‘world class facilities’ that soon to be boasted. PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK EDUCATIONAL PRODUCT 3
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Sail Canvas Roof and Seating
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reducing
water reducing washing bowl for small houses
The water saving washing up bowl uses pre-existing technology using a living hinge (similar to that of a bendy straw) encouraging the use of less water when washing up only a few items. For when this is the case, the bowl collapses, therefore allowing the user to fill up a fraction of its total volume. When more items are needed to be washed, the bowl expands to allow for the extra items and water volume.
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REVISION
As
prototyping
understanding
the
importance
of
rp
This project was designed to test our understanding of Rapid Prototyping technology. This idea directly came from researching for a design solution. Noticing that my lamp did not provide enough ambient light close to my working space. A portable light projecting simple patterns that could further productivity.
c apabilities
smaller exercises to demonstrate other skills
s k e t c h i n g e x a m p l e s
CAD
e x a m p l e s
r e s e a r c h e x a m p l e s
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Accurate research plays a big part in design of all kinds. This was a group project that focused on exercise at the beach. graphically presented icons shows us the various amounts and types of people
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