DESIGN PORTFOLIO JESSICA CASTOR
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VITA
TARA
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CIRCULARIS
TRAIN-INTERIOR
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RUSH
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MORE ABOUT
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Hey, I’m Jessica, an ambitious young designer who is currently looking for an internship starting in august/ september.
international experience
education 2017 - 2019
FH Joanneum - University of Applied Science
internships
projects and competitions
2018 - 2019
2019
looking for a 6 month internship
industrial design M.A.- major eco-innovative Design
2018
2017 - 2018
Siemens Home Appliances Design Award 2018
made it to the top 12 of participating teams with the project “Circularis”
2017
2016 - 2017
TRACE Transforming academic into entrepreneurial minds
2012 - 2017
FH Aachen - University of Applied Science product design B.A.
2016 2015 - 2016
Deck 5 industrial design and communication 2015
2014
2014 - 2015
6 months internship in Essen
Linnaeus University, Växjö, Sweden
start-up project initiated by university of Applied Science Aachen and RWTH Aachen
2016
4. Europäische Jugendkunst Ausstellung
(eng.: 4. European youth art exhibition) as a winner I could present my illustration of a peacock on the exhibition
1 semester study abroad study program “Design & Sustainability” + “Swedish for Beginners”
2013 - 2014
Subart 2013 2012
Schreinerei Laudert
carpenters shop 3 months internship in Oberdiebach
2012 2002 - 2012
Wilhelm Hoffman Gymnasium, St. Goarshausen
graduation in April 2012 (Allgemeine Hochschulreife)
Jessica Castor 20.10.1992 Bad Reichenhall, GERMANY
2009 - 2010
Konawa high school, Oklahoma, USA
1 year Student Exchange Program visiting high school and living in a host family
2008
Hemmerle and friends grafic design studio 2 weeks internship in Bingen
Workshop in Croatia, product design inspired by Croatian workshop, exhibited on the fair “die boot” in Düsseldorf, Germany, initiated by FH Aachen
My key strategies are LEARNING BY DOING and SOLVING PROBLEMS IN INTERDISCIPLINARY EXCHANGE
skills - ADVANCED Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Adobe Indesign Rhinoceros Blender Cinema 4D
skills - BASIC
I want to do design that is..
Solidworks Keyshot Sketchbook Grasshopper
skills - LANGUAGE German - mother tongue English - professional
Volksgartenstr. 18 8020 Graz AUSTRIA
+49 (0) 157 - 8769 5812
jazzi.c.jc@gmail.com
CIRCULARIS is a holistic product-service-system that makes recycling of kitchen waste most comfortable for the user, most economic for the waste management company and most sustainable for the environment.
Why did I choose this topic. I am conscious of the impact anything I design has on people’s behavior. I want to use my influence to create products, that make sustainable living flawless, intuitive and easy for the users.
CIRCULARIS product design product-service system
FH Joanneum WS 2017/2018 1. semester master duration 4 months teamwork with Beatrice Bunjaku and Florian JanĂ&#x;en, interaction designer SIEMENS Home Appliances Design Award 2018 - using smart technology and connectivity to bring value to future households
kitchen wastemanagement system target group
Leading Edge User
The brand SIEMENS focuses on the Leading Edge User. To get more knowledge about these users, I held interviews, made a surveys and did observations of their household and waste management.
characteristics
problem analysis
key needs
thrive for success and self-improvement
unclear which material a packaging is made off
seamless life expect high grade satisfaction of their needs
many containers spread around walking around is time consuming
integration into existing kitchen - central place for recycling many different materials
trend-conscious, brand-/high quality oriented
filled up quickly
waste compression - erase the way of taking out trash
technological affine
smelly containers, unpleasant appearance
clean + odorless exciting + innovative product
assistance / intelligence
concept Three
CIRCULARIS - reduce. reuse. recycle. rethink.
elements.
The system of recycler, app and service (through the recycling company) make efficient material sorting and waste reduction most comfortable to the user. Due to color coded bags, further processing of the waste-materials is very resource-friendly. CIRCULARIS raises awareness for sustainable behavior and leaves the user with a good feeling, knowing that his materials will be recycled.
AI Laris brain of the system
Think global. The system can
easily applied to many countries and revolutionize the way the resources of our world are treated.
Recycler smart recognition and automated separation of packaging materials
App assistant for shopping and waste reduction, motivates and raises awareness
Think public.
Great value can be achieved in public spaces - indoors and outdoors - where people are rushing by, dropping off their to-go packaging.
User
Recycling Company specialized on color coded recycling - highly efficient system, gives user discounts for well recycled materials
ideation Automated
recycling.
The goal was to create a smart recycling device, that recognizes, separates and compresses the most common packaging material. A technical solution for such a product was developed by elaborating a low fidelity prototype. This prototype also helped to determine possible features and dimensions of the product. Under discussion with an engineering expert our ideas were approved to be feasible.
user takes the full bag to recycling bin
compression by hydraulictelescope-cylinder, point-load lets glass break
recycling chambers rotate, materials are transported to the camber
material recognition via IRsensors
lid opens via distance sensor
insert packaging
lid closes
each chamber collects material in a color coded bag
display shows, when a chamber is full
all bags are collected in one recycling bin
the bag is automatically transported to the recycling bin through a build in duct. This option is possible for new buildings, that integrate the system immediately.
exploration As the only product designer in the team my focus was the design of the recycler - the physical product of the CIRCULARIS system.
product application integrated food recycler quickly turns biological waste into hummus build-in product
customizable panels
without biological waste chamber for users with waste grinder
COMBI
STANDARD
COMPACT
100 cm
80 cm
60 cm
completely surrounded with sound insulation
stable frame to withstand forces during compression
counter top interface Work flow.
Due to the integration of the slot into the work top, recyclables can be thrown away immediately, where they occur - while unwrapping the shopped groceries or preparing a meal.
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simply wipe in dirt after preparing a meal
a carbon filter embeds bad odors and can be replaced easily
• no need to open many containers • no walking between container • reduction of stress level due to intelligence of the system
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biological waste slot
slot and identification chamber before automatically sorting in, the material is recognized by IR-Sensors and camera recognition
touch bar view current fill levels, complete operation of recycler feedback, help system learning by manually hitting the material button
product features
trash-bag securement
storage space, e.g. for deposit bottles
material compartments made from durable stainless steel detachable for easy cleaning because of its special characteristics, biological waste is collected separately
product features CIRCULARIS is a holistic product - service - system for efficient recycling of kitchen waste. It offers a comfortable solution to handle resources sustainable.
front display visual Feedback through AI Laris for • voice control • time and temperature • fill levels • current working process (scanning/compressing)
build in vacuum cleaner an optional add-on
CIRCULARIS App Sustainable behavior becomes easy as pie with this friendly assistant. The app was mostly designed by my teammate Beatrice.
shopping list
fill level
tips
statistics
rewards
based on recycled items and groceries added via voice control
with reminder and details to materials
building up Know-How that can be applied easily
follow self-development of ecological footprint and strengthen “Better Me“- feeling
coupons for products made from recycling materials or additional discounts from waste management company
RUSH offers two ways to move around and thereby brings pleasure to the user without sacrificing his safety. The athletic design lets the him practice with confidence and thereby keeps him fit and healthy.
Why did I choose this topic. During my daily observations I noticed, there is still a great necessity of products to address the needs of our aging society.
RUSH product design
FH Aachen WS 2016/2017 9. semester bachelor thesis duration 5 months individual work mobility for elderly
mobility due to a walking aid
target group
elderly and others, that are restricted in their mobility due to dizziness, sensory or cognitive impairment
values
problem analysis
key needs
independence
bad breaking system, bad grip, lack in stability
safety during various use cases
social life
current solutions are expensive and do not motivate
exercising possibilities, that fit their needs
health
heavy + bad posture
fit the users ergonomics
pleasure and experience
current design makes user look disabled
young and dynamic aesthetic
Why walking.
During my research in interviewed many elderly. I could identify, they all share the same values which are directly connect to the mobility of a person. Mobility creates and sustains life quality and walking is the inherent ability for people in all ages to stay independent and meet their needs and wishes.
ideation Questions.
How could a product that aids walking look like? Where can the user be supported? How can the movement be a positive experience? Which scenarios must the product be applicable to?
20˚
54˚
70˚
Perfect ergonomic posture.
Due to research, testing and talking to experts, I figured out the perfect angles and measurements for the walking aid to be ergonomic and stable.
concept
a walking aid for exercising - one product, two ways of using it
The walking aid is equipped by a saddle, that supports the user and re-leaves weight of the legs and feet. By pushing himself forward, the user reaches a good pace. The movement can be compared to the one by using a draisine or a balance bike. If the user wants to walk normally, he can simply put away the saddle and the device functions as rollator. The variation of movements between the two ways of locomotion, promote physical flexibility in the user.
option1
option 2
with saddle
without saddle
“speedy walking�
general walking
detail exploration The greatest challenge in designing the walking aid was to find the right balance between aesthetics, ergonomics and usability.
form exploration
product features Rush is available in two sizes to cover up different body measurements. On the recommendation of an expert at the Institute of plastic processing (IKV - RWTH Aachen), the frame of Rush would be produced with glass-fibre reinforced plastic as an injection molding.
handle ergonomic angle of 20°, adjustable in height
hydraulic seat post, liftable for easy climbing on/off saddle
release underneath the saddle, turn until it locks
reflectors + front light create road safety Rush can be rented from a medical supply or a bike store, where the vehicle is adjusted to the users body
disk break reliable independent from weather conditions
Size difference between front and back tires creates ankle to easily overcome small barriers
product range Physical exercise and social exchange are the key elements for a happy and healthy aging. The walking aid Rush promotes these factors, by enabling mobility in impaired elderly as well as younger users. The result is a fusion of a medical device and a sporty vehicle.
Tara offers an integrated solution to let the user sit ergonomically and comfortable. Additionally Tara makes its use more sustainable and hygienic due to its bidet function, seamless toilet rand and lotus effect glaze.
Why did I choose this topic. I was very curious, what my happen if I redesigned an object, that had been out there for thousands of years.
TARA product design
FH Aachen SS 2014 6. semester bachelor duration 4 months individual work bathroom experience
ergonomic toilet
target group
characteristics
problem analysis
key needs
mostly owner of a own home house or flat
common body posture while sitting on toilet leads to diseases
ergonomic - squatting posture
health conscious
squatting is not possible due to lack of flexibility/strength and common clothing
universal design
used to the sitting posture
poor hygiene for body and toilet
easy and sustainable hygiene
can be within all ages
existing solutions reveal health issues of users immediately
discreet appearance
European household
ideation To find out any ergonomic requirement, I tested several heights for seating, their accessibility, siting comfort as well as the effort to sit down and get back up.
concept
improved ergonomics and usability
ergonomic sit
integrated stool
hygienic solutions
bidet function
toilet seat supports squatting legs for more comfort
easily operated by feet, no bending, no pulling with hand, no falling/ stepping over it
rimless lotus glaze UV light
less waste - improved sustainability kind to skin better hygiene
exploration The goal was to find a mechanic solution that moves the stool to where it is needed. The stool is built separately, since ceramic shrinks during the firing process and therefore does not allow the application of mechanics.
product features and utilization In order to archive universal usability, the product is kept simple and only offers necessary functions. A familiar, modern aesthetic appeals to many users and fits the bathroom for a long time. Both, the toilet and the stool are made from ceramics, the footrest is available in different materials.
UV-Light cleaning retracted bidet function a weight in the back of the stool stabilizes it during use
one kick raises the footrest, another kick lets it down
two pneumatic cylinders raise/ lower the footrest slowly
In many ways today’s train interior does not work with, but against the abilities of some users. In my project I improved the accessibility and comfort for mobility impaired passengers by redesigning the interior of the train „Contessa“ by Bombardier Inc.
Why did I choose this topic. I often travel by train and experienced various situations in which mobility impaired users had great difficulties using public transportation.
TRAIN INTERIOR interior design
Linneaus University WS 2013/2014 5. semester bachelor duration 2 months individual work mobility for mobility impaired
research During my research I interviewed impaired users as well as train stuff and caregivers of mobility impaired. I also made the self experiment of using the bus and train while sitting in a wheel chair. While doing this, I notice, that the wheel chair user is very dependent on the train stuff to help him and that traveling has to be planed ahead. Also users with a wheeled device only have access to small busy areas next to the toilet.
desk research. requirements
for train interior like safety from vandalism, sustainable aspects and reduction of noises/vibration, train measurements, market, sustainable materials, ergonomics, anthropometrics
field
research.
traveling with wheelchair, traveling without assistant device, user journey
expert interviews. stuff, caregiver of elderly
user
interviews.
train
Karl Hรถgesen, Funktibator (wheelchair association) worker
universal design train interior
target group
mobility impaired users
characteristics
problem analysis
key needs
restricted movements and strength
barriers: gaps, stairs and lack of space
barrier-free entrance, halls, seating possibilities
cognitive impairment
sitting height
handles for personal stability and navigation
sensory impairment
dependent on help + need to plan trips ahead
let user travel independent and spontaneously
dependent on wheeled devices
exclusion into busy areas of train next to toilet
social inclusion due to access to all areas
concept
improving usability and accessibility to integrate mobility impaired and make traveling more comfortable
increased space
fold-able seating
extra space between seats
shelves can be lowered
vertical handle bars
sides
in the hallway + turning points
makes getting in and out easier and cleaning for the train staff simpler
allows passengers to take their aids into a comfortable seating area where they can enjoy the ride with friends or family
by the push of a button to ease the loading
to cover any height a user might need
to protect from busy passengers and allow leaning the head for napping
exploration By mapping out the train interior, I succeeded in keeping as many seats, as the train interior originally had, while increasing the spaces in between. I used 3 different sizes of seats to cover the different ergonomic needs of the users.
features
turning point
entrance/ exit
bicycle stand
entrance/ exit
bathroom
medium extra space
medium extra space
turning point
large extra space
MORE ABOUT
project planing project process besides design
mobility for elderly
project planing
briefing
broad research
mile stones
ideation 1
work package title
specified research
work package content
ideation 2
timing
conception
design phase
further detailing
visualization
finalization
project phases
broad research desk research surveys and interviews observation field research brainstorming analysis tools
ideation 1
specified research 2
ideation 2
conception
design phase
further detailing
visualization
identifying problems use research to come up with ideas to solve these problems analyze potential of ideas
further research on high potential ideas: scenarios, talking to experts, asking users specifically to the idea
use research to develop ideas further prototyping and testing - ergonomics, function
specify 1 -3 concepts analyze potential and pain points make a decision specify functions
create package sketches prototypes analog and digital compare to a rough 1:1 model, if possible
sketching CAD modeling prototyping of form/shape, material, sizes
model-making renderings animation graphics
besides design..
outdoor activities
illustrating
My favorite activities are outdoors. I do sports such as running, snowboarding, circle training and horseback riding but I also love to visit music festivals.
I am a passionate illustrator with the very love for details. I use ball pen, fine liners and water color to capture motives of animals and nature.
discovery I am curious and love to discover the world, getting to know new environments and making friends with people from different cultural backgrounds.
role model My grandma is the most inspiring person in my life. She is full of optimism, love and good stories.
Thank you for your interest! Now I would like to get to know YOU better..
Volksgartenstr. 18 8020 Graz AUSTRIA
+49 (0) 157 - 8769 5812
behance.net/Cassis_Designs
jazzi.c.jc@gmail.com jessica.castor@edu. fh-joanneum.at
My key strategies are LEARNING BY DOING and SOLVING PROBLEMS IN INTERDISCIPLINARY EXCHANGE Skills Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Adobe Indesign Rhinoceros Cinema 4D Blender Solidworks Keyshot Sketchbook
I want to do design that is.. Language Skills German - mother tongue English - professional
Volksgartenstr. 18 8020 Graz AUSTRIA
+49 (0) 157 - 8769 5812
jazzi.c.jc@gmail.com