JILL KUYT jill.kuyt@gmail.com
303.437.4940
I am a human bean. Give Job PLZ.
CONTENTS AMBLE
CRITTERS
ARTSICLE
IMPACT
SKYE
ME
-USER FOCUS-PROBLEM SOLVING-
AMBLE
-Gyroscopic Mobility Aide-
PROBLEM
-TERRAIN-
-USABILITY-
-STIGMA-
How can a mobility aid improve the quality of life for users who feel emotionally and socially limited by their situation?
ACCESSIBLE
USER NEEDS
MENTAL
Narrow Walkways Rough Terrain Transportable
Fear Of Injury Doubts Physical Ability Perception Of Stability
PHYSICAL
SOCIAL
Joint Pain Or Weakness Balance Issues Low Energy Level
Independence Stigmatization Fear Of Being A Burden
INSIGHTS 4 WHEELED WALKER +Mobility +Seating - Cost
2 WHEELED WALKER +Most Popular +Does not require lifting - Terrain
Poor posture can result from improper height adjustment or percieving the need for a wider base
NON-WHEELED WALKER +Stability +Can be Used on Stairs - Requires lifting
Proper use requires the user to stand inside the walker as it is used
Applied gyroscopic technology provides a stable yet mobile framework to enable the mobility impaired
TECHNOLOGY
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
DESIGN CHALLENGES How can it be beautiful but unobtrusive?
Perception is just as important as function
What is the most appropriate application of the technology?
Induction Charging Plates Durable Rubber Ground Plate
Plugs into a Typical AC Power Outlet
FEATURES Wheel Guard/ Fender
Conductive Charging Plate
Gyroscopic Motor In Hub Honeycomb Tire
Height Adjustment Switch Replaceable Grips
Hand Brake/ Wheel Lock
Full Height Adjustability
-INDEPENDENT PROJECT-
-ENTREPRENEURIAL-
-CRAFTSMANSHIP-
CRITTER
-Felt Docking Station-
PROBLEM
-BREAKAGE-
-MESS-
-PERSONALIZATION-
How can we address the mess of cord management while approaching mobile devices as personal items?
YOUNGER USER GROUP
75% of children under 8 have access to a smart phone or tablet
58% of middle schoolers use smartphones for education
60% of parents provide their child with a smartphone at age 10-11
-IDEAINSPIRATION
IT’S NOT JUST YOUR PHONE, IT’S YOUR LIFE.
DEVELOPMENT
-MOCK UP-
-CONCEPT TESTING-
-PATTERN DEVELOPMENT-
ANY CASE
ANY CORD
ANY PHONE
Cord feeds up through the critter to act as a docking station
Weighted base keeps cord from slipping
-CLIENT WORK-
-MATERIAL CONSTRAINT-
ARTSICLE -Children’s Easel-
CHALLENGE
-CHILD SAFETY-
-MATERIAL CONSTRAINT-
-VERSATILITY-
Design, build and donate a piece of children’s furniture for a local organization.
CLIENT Hillcrest Kids:
Before and after school programs, Preschool, Day Care, Summer Day Camps
Primary Needs: Easel, Storage, Children’s seating
Efficient use of space
Encourage creativity and collaboration
Users age 2-7
-IDEATION-
Reversible surface for easel and chalkboard
Cup holders fit standard disposable cups
Triangular leg arrangement keeps the artsicle stable and prevents it from sliding across carpet
TOP VIEW
Additional shelf provides structural stability and protected storage
Nylon supports minimize wear on the surface edges and protect against pinched fingers
PROCESS
MODELING
SHOP BOT
SURFACES
ASSEMBLY
HARDWARE
FINISHING
4’ X 4’ PLYWOOD SHEET
Artsicle in the Hillcrest Kids Classroom
The triangular form allows children to create together and collaborate
-BRANDING-
-CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT-
-SKETCHING-
IMPACT -Ankle Brace Concept-
PROBLEM
-BULK-
-MOBILITY-
-RECOVERY-
How can a piece of streamlined equipment minimize the frequency and intensity of ankle injury and communicate information about recovery?
2 Million
Athletes prefer tape over braces for ankle support, comfort, and stability
Ankle injuries per year make it the most common sports injury in the United States
Ankle mobility is essential for proper knee alignment and impact absorption
Long term brace usage can cause muscle imbalance and weakness
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
INSPIRATION
Player Health Stats Injury Monitoring
Recovery Management
APP INTERFACE Game Score
Data is transmitted to an app to monitor team stats, injury recovery, and performance over the course of the game or season.
TEAM VIEW
Game Clock
Stability Monitoring
Injury Status
PLAYER VIEW
-TEAMWORK-
-SUSTAINABILITY-
-LEADERSHIP-
SKYE -Carrying Basket-
CHALLENGE
-YARD AND GARDEN-
-RECYCLED MATERIALS-
-MANUFACTURING-
Design a useful Yard and Garden product using recycled or reclaimed materials that can be manufactured and sold on a small scale.
DESIGN
Elegant Form Functional Intention
BRAND
Event Planning Promotional Materials
SUSTAINABLE Reduced Impact Reclaimed Materials
SALES
Pricing Customer Interaction
PROJECT GOALS
-EXPLORATION-
MANUFACTURING
CUT
FORM
TIE
FINISH
SELL
EXPANDABLE SKYE BA
ASKET
SF PICTURE
SCOPE
The success of the Skye basket and the simplicity of the design made it an ideal candidate for the WWU IDSA student chapter fundraiser. The project increased vastly in scale, with the fundraising efforts supporting the student trip to San Francisco in the spring.
FUNDRAISER PRODUC
CTION
IDSA STUDENT CHAPTER
FUNDRAISER EVENT
LIFE IS A WORK IN PROGRESS
ME -Human Bean-
LIFE PHILOSOPHIES HARD WORK IS NEVER A WASTE
GO FORTH AND BE FABULOUS
ASPIRE TO BE YOURSELF
I’M A DELIGHT.
“The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.� -Aristotle
RESUME EDUCATION
Bachelor’s of Science- Industrial Design Western Washington University (wwu) Bellingham, WA
University Honors Program Presidential Scholarship
Owner and designer Critter Docks on Etsy
WORK
Sept-Dec 2016
Assist students in writing, exiting, and research
Cashier Hobby Lobby Store- Longmont, CO
Jun 2016-present
Develop and manufacture handmade products List items, manage orders, package and ship
Writing Assistant Intern WWU Research & Writing Studio- Bellingham, WA
June 2017
Trained to operate cash register pos equipment Phone and In-Person Customer service
Summer Job 2012-2016
Photoshop Illustrator Indesign Solidworks Catia Keyshot Microsoft Office
SKILLS
LEADERSHIP
Modelmaking Sewing Woodworking Writing & Editing Research Oral Presentation Group Organization
IDSA Fundraiser Co-Leader
Trophy Design Team Leader
Spring 2015
Spring 2015
Sculptural Work In Juried Art Show
November 2015
Design fundraiser product Organize, plan, and monitor production
Design and fabricate 30 trophies for car show sponsored by m.e.ch.a. student club Research and include cultural and environmental themes of vintage car design
Mt. Baker Plywood Design Contest
AWARDS
Dressing In Layers Taking Naps Eating Quickly Sass Relationship Advice
4th place scholarship winner In Motion: WWU VU gallery
Outstanding Senior: Art Department Award
Niwot High School
Fall 2015
Spring 2013