two thousand and nine through two thousand and ten
hello, My name is Gabriel Puerto, and this is my industrial design portfolio. Here is a compilation of several projects I have completed at The Cleveland Institute of Art.
Hydro-basket CVI sponsored project
Little Tikes water toy
Alite sustainable lantern
Giresk loft desk for staff offices
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CVI Hydro-Basket
Cuyahoga Valley Initiative came to us with an interesting and challenging problem to solve- making the steel bulkhead structures that run along the Cuyahoga River more friendly for plants and micro-organisms. This is my process for tackling this issue.
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research Extensive research was done into ecosystems, biomimetic process, and the Cuyahoga Valley in order to fully understand the problem.
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Using nature to solve an environmental problem Field trips, lectures, discussions. Through talking to experts and using new resources, I attempted to uncover how we as designers can use nature to solve problems.
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concepts Initial concepts explored three different stages I identified. These stages served as a strategy for solving the problem.
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short term
mid-term
long term
retrofit solutions for existing
Semipermanent structures
long range plan for
bulkheads
replacing certain sections
reconstructing and
of the steel bulkheads
revamping sections of bulkhead. permanent structures. 9
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Problem: Steel bulkheads along the Cuyahoga River not a welcoming habitat for plants and microorganisms
Solution: The Hydro-basket. A redesign of the existing chub baskets that would have buoyant characteristics, allowing for less maintenance, and well as more success in growing plants.
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Function The plant sits in one basket, suspended above the water level by the outer buoyant ring. The outer shell forms a protective barrier and dark, safe habitat for micro organisms and fish larvae
Life-cycle The new eco-baskets are made of a ceramic material, using environmentally friendly fabrication. It also allows for the baskets to be produced in mass quantities, much like flower pots.
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Little Tikes water toy
Little Tike toy company challenged us to come up with a water toy for kids ages 2-6 years old. The toy was to take into consideration the development of a child in that age range. This is my process and solution for this issue.
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Target market -parents of children ages 2-5 years old
Ask of the toy: Is it safe?
-fun, playful and energetic kids
Small parts that can be swallowed
-homeowners with ample yards
Sharp edges, pinch points
-caring, cooperative parents -global (ethnically universal) -suburban area inhabitants -seasonal climate
expectations: FUN! safe easy minimal small parts minimal moving parts durable (able to withstand abuse from weather and use) withstand multiple summers
Does it suit the child’s interests Does the toy challenge without frustrating? Does the toy have more than 1 use? Will the toy have long term interest? Does the toy perpetuate sexist or ethnic stereotypes? Does the toy encourage aggressive or violent behavior? Does the toy allow the child to participate?
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Gross Motor Skills - Part of child’s motor development, these movements come from large muscle groups and whole body movement
Self Help Skills
(walking, running, climb stairs)
(leading to independence in
Fine Motor Skills - small
“looking after ones self”)
muscle movements which occur in the fingers, use of hands (writing,building with blocks etc.)
Cognitive Adaptive or Personal Reasoning Skills
Expressive Language Skills (speech and hearing)
(leads to “thinking” and involving learning through our senses).
Receptive Communication Skills Receiving messages and understanding
Executive Function self-regulation element exert self-control & discipline
Social Skills (relationships with others emotional development)
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concepts
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initial ideas lots of brainstorming about various ideas for water toys. Some large, some small, some wacky, and some simple.
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refinement
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refinement The best of the ideas were then taken a closer look at and developed further to find the best solution. 21
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Final A modular water toy that consists of a main piece that is connected to a hose, with various attatchments that can be added to create a mini water park. On top f being really fun, this encourages cooperative play and basic motor skills.
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Modular Using “funnoodle-like� pipes, the child assembles their own network of fun interactive stations, were they can play with water in different ways.
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Sustainable Lantern
Nowadays, products are made in a cheap and efficient manner, not always the most environmentally friendly. With the growing environmental issues, it is now even more important to rethink the way we produce, distribute, and recycle everyday products. This is a case study in which these issues are considered.
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disassembly LED lantern was purchased and taken apart. From the beginning, it was aparent that innovations for everything including the packaging were possible
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Pieces for LED lantern included:
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rubber base plate plasic screw base lead-acid battery plastic main body- base Metal circular plate plastic battery holster
-plastic, velcro, metal,
copper wire 3 rubber rings plastic handle switch circuit board top plastic molded piece clear plastic LED housing plastic switch ring
Over 50 pieces
plastic shade piece main LED piece metal rods car charger adapter
inj. molded plastic
3 metal pieces
fuse
spring
wire
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brainstorm After analysis of an existing lantern, I began to brainstorm over possible simple solutions. I broke a portable light into its basic elements: a switch, battery, lamp (LED), and substrate. From there i did a couple of studies to come up with ways these basic elements could be configured.
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concepts Many concepts were explored in the areas of fold lights, solar-powered, and adaptable lights.
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Fold lights
Solar-Powered
Adaptable
-alternate source of energy (bioluminecence)
-alternate source of energy(sun)
-multiple uses
-portable
-decorative
-multiple environments
-easy function
-simple function
-wider user focus
-low part count
-no hassle charging
-interactive
-complex components
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Refinement taking what concepts worked and didnt work and exploring the options, in both 2-D and 3-D
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Final Design
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Sustainable The final lantern design is comprised of only 15 parts, compared to over 50 parts in the original lantern. The lantern can be constructed and deconstructed much like a three dimensional puzzle to allow for saved space when not in use. The lantern is also constructed entirely of recyclable polypropylene plastic, so the materials can be reused indefinitely.
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packaging A way of packing the product was also explored. The outer shell of the package serving as the main advertising for the product, while the interior box that holds the product serves also as a mailing box to encourage the consumer to mail the product back th the factory after it has expired.
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Giresk
In exploring new solutions for furniture in the new building at The Cleveland Institute of Art, several areas were explored including public spaces, IME studios, staff offices, and smart classrooms. Using reclaimed lumber from APOC (A Piece of Cleveland), I set out to construct one of the solutions I had for staff offices. Giraffe + desk = Giresk.
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research Initial research was done on the various areas of the new building that will be in need of new furniture. The needs of these areas were identified and taken into consideration.
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Furniture project 04
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Public spaces Concepts for furniture to be placed in public spaces, including student lounge, student gallery, atrium, outdoor garden, library, and lobby.
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IME studios Concepts for the studio spaces of TIME, Illustration, Biomedical art, Film Video and Photographic arts majors.
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Staff Offices Desks, tables, drawers, and other furniture explored for the staff areas within the new building.
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Process Going to APOC to collect wood, Cleaning up the wood, laminating surfaces, frame building and finishing.
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The Giresk Ending result was a loft desk for staff offices that is built entirely of reclaimed wood from APOC. Water-based finish was also used to maintain the sustainable aspect of the porject.
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Gabriel Puerto gpuerto@bellsouth.net 305 613 8808