Industrial Design Portfolio
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Hello!
I am Dawson I believe in listening over speaking, empathy over assumptions, and hard work over talent. The aspect of being a designer I find most gratifying is the combination of perspectives, requirements, fears, and desires into a holistic solution. Throughout my process I seek details that make the difference between good and great.
Professional Experience Undergraduate Research Assistant | Carleton University School of Industrial Design May 2018 - August 2018 Researched and developed interactive devices that catalyze conversations around the multi-sensory aspects of industrial design. Continuous Improvement Co-Op Student | Pratt & Whitney Canada Jun 2014- Aug 2015 Applied end-user first perspective to develop a bulk hardware organization and delivery program that reduced engine build time by 10% and reduced bulk related errors to 0.1%.
Formal Education Bachelors of Industrial Design | Carleton University School of Industrial Design September 2015 - April 2019 Dean’s list student throughout formal design education.
Technical Competencies 2D Software 3D Software Prototyping
InDesign | Illustrator | Photoshop | Sketchbook Pro Solidworks | Fusion 360 | Rhino | Keyshot | SketchUp Woodworking | Rapid Prototyping | Electronic Hardware | Software
My Design Process Research Gather information & adequately frame design problem
Validate Test prototypes to isolate effective solutions
Ideate Generate Ideas through information synthesis & sketching
Prototype Rapid physical ideation to explore & understand potential solutions
Deliver Develop & create content that communicates the design solution
Document Record lessons learned & potential opportunities throughout process
Portable Seating
Gillette Razor
Flexible Appliance
Carleton University | Third Year Studio
Gilette & 3D Hubs | Student Competiton
Carleton University | Third Year Studio
Architectural Lighting
Care Center Interior
Bedside Organizer
Carleton University | Third Year Studio
Carleton University | Second Year Studio
Carleton University | Second Year Studio
Seating Portable | Collapsible | Unique Project | Focus & Skill Development Develop and execute on simple engineering principles through the design and build of a physical prototype.
Year Three | Semester Two | Six Weeks | 42 Hours Research
5h
Ideate
13h
Prototype Validate
9h 4h
Deliver Document
7h 4h
Research Literature Study | Benchmarking The initial steps for this project involved seeking out, evaluating, and understanding pre-existing mechanisms for collapsible products.
Rounded edges to reduce stress concentration.
Scissor mechanism for expansive movement at cost of complexity.
Interlocking shapes create a smaller profile for storage & transport.
Rigid panels create strength and shape in both configurations.
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Ideation Conceptual Sketching | Simplifying
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Portable
The concept of creating a chair without the use of through hole fasteners was reached through several iterations of simplifying the design and taking away as many complex fastening elements as possible.
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but very complex
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Developing an executable idea for this chair was the most challenging aspect of the entire project. Along with meeting the requirements laid out in the brief, I had to contend with the constraint of manufacturing a working model.
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Details Concept Execution | Validation The final chair fit against the human body while being carried, with the curved seat providing a striking visual element. The leg assembly collapses into itself and snaps together with the use 3D printed clasps. Supporting 250+ lbs and remaining stable under load despite the lack of fasteners.
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Razor Unique | Compatible | Elegant Contest | Brief Design and 3D print a unique razor handle compatible with current Gillette Razor hardware.
3rd Year Two | Semester Two | Two Weeks | 24 Hours Research
2h
Ideate Prototype
4h 2h
Validate
4h
Deliver Document
10h 2h
Concept Divergent Ideation | Concept Convergence
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Execution Modeling | 3D Printing
To model my concept I chose Fusion 360 as it offered the best workflow to sculpt the ergonomic silouhette of the handle and flexible tools to modify the hole pattern. It was also more than capable of handling the engineering details to fit the provided Gilette hardware files. For the 3D printing, I elected to go with FDM, utilizing soluble supports. The final result being the highly organic, ergonomic and visually striking product pictured.
Appliance Flexible | Open | Sustainable Project | Focus & Skill Development Develop an electrical cooking appliance capable of performing more than one cooking method. The final design should take into account sustainability factors such as material choice and repairability.
Year Three | Semester One | Thirteen Weeks | 96 Hours Research
24h
Ideate
16h
Prototype Validate
22h 8h
Deliver Document
18h 8h
Research Current State | Problem Space Definition Early research involved observing different groups making fondue with different approaches including slow cookers, gel fondue sets and a stovetop bain-marie. The process was analyzed to find tasks, rituals and points of interest. I also looked at the Open Structures project, this helped to generate ideas based on conceptual openness in contemporary appliances. With this information, I synthesized my thinking in a problem space diagram.
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Research Context of Use | Persona Development As I realized that the device needed to exist in a context where a full stove isn’t an option, I developed a context of use where it would be effective. In this case I chose to create the fictional company GreenWidget, a modern, eco conscious design firm. From this exercise my personae emerged as the diverse employees of GreenWidget. Finley • Selfproclaimed office ‘neat-freak’ • Rarely cooks but offers to clean after meals Krish • Comes into work early to prepare breakfast al mun Com e pac ng s i t a e
• Occasionally makes meals for everyone Sarah • Loves interacting with her coworkers • Hosts weekly fondue Friday lunch
Breakroom No Stove!
Dubois • Lives to travel and experience new cultures • Likes to prepare exotic cuisine
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Prototyping User Testing Models Each of the below models was designed and built to test a single aspect of my proposed design solution.
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User Testing Idea Validation | Interface Testing I had a number of friends and peers use my testing models in a usability interview. I was able to incorporate their feedback into my final design.
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Lighting Ambient | Architectural | Metaphorical Project | Focus & Skill Development Design, model and render a light using supplied LED hardware. The design must be metaphorical without becoming literal.
Year Three | Semester Two | Four Weeks | 30 Hours Research
4h
Ideate
8h
Prototype
2h
Validate
2h
Deliver Document
11h 3h
Research Metaphor Building | Alike Products As a large portion of the brief focused on creating a metaphor through design, I investigated several images that I found visually interesting. Through this I settled on the concept of the chinook winds that blow across the prairies where I grew up. I then investigated similar lighting designs to see what had and hadn’t been done.
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Ideation Conceptual Sketching | Functional Details Through my ideations I fleshed out a concept consisting of several ‘flows’, all overlapping and intertwined to emphasize the natural feel. I also started to work on the functional details that would make my concept possible, this included electrical contacts and LED strip placement.
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Interior Modern | Considered | Clean Group Project | Focus & Skill Development As a group we were tasked with an interior re-design of an out-patient accomodation lodge for those undergoing cancer treatments at a nearby urban hospital This project was undertaken as a froup and I worked with my peers Bautista Abascal Vedoya, Bilal Sidiqi, Sereen Bizri, Jason Wong and Malik Haji
Year Two | Semester Two | Six Weeks As this was a large group project, we worked together to decide on room layout, configuration, styling, and furniture. My major contribution to the project was bringing our decisions to life in the form of a comprehensive CAD model. Thus this project showcases work that I did directly rather than the full design process. All work shown is my own unless otherwise stated.
Bedroom Areas for
personal
touches
Purpose built
storage
Backrests for sitting
Space f or IV Stan d Wheels
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Work / Reading desk with nat ural light
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Bathroom
Respectful
support aids
Easy entry
shower pan
Raised Toilet
for ease of
use
Lounge Communal
Eating
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Private
lounging
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Quiet,
Multi-Use
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Organizer Elegant | Modular | Natural Project | Focus & Skill Development Design an organizer to reduce clutter in a specific area of the home utilizing a small footprint and natural materials.
Year Two | Semester Two | Four Weeks | 40 Hours Research
6h
Ideate
8h
Prototype
14h
Validate
4h
Deliver Document
6h 2h
Research Diary Study | Personae To investigate my chosen domain of bedside tables, I asked friends and colleagues to send me photos of the area directly beside their bed. I then analyzed the various objects that they kept next to their bed. This allowed me to develop personae for the final product. This exercise allowed me to isolate a need for a flexible, modular organizer concept. Electron
Accesorizer • Organize watches,bracelets etc. • Desire to display favorite pieces
ics
and Cord s
Dream Journaller • Need for pen and notepad • For half awake flashes of inspiration
Stuff?
Books!
Techie • Multiple devices: Phone, tablet, etc. • Likely overnight charging Bookworm • Multiple books on the go • Display without damaging spine Generalist • Want a little bit of everything • Largest subset of users
Ideation Concept Exploration I experimented through both sketching and physical models with a number of form factors and organization methods to determine the best approach.
Vertical = Limited Space
Peg an d Hole Module s?
Prototyping Design Synthesis | Detailing After I settled on a horizontal concept, I revisited my ‘peg and hole’ idea. I was able to simplify it into a stepped block system with standardized units. These units would make up each module and create a consistent appearance. I then began working with wood to determine the physical details.
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Manufacturing Technical Drawings | Production To produce the final model I finished my design in Solidworks. This allowed me to generate a file for CNC machining that made the most out of the hardwood I chose. 5
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Final Product
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