KARAN PUROHIT INDUSTRIAL DESIGN PORTFOLIO 2018
INTRODUCTION
Hello! I am Karan
Currently doing my Masters in Industrial design, 5th year from ISD Rubika, India. Design to me is an embodiment of purpose, intelligence and emotion. Every design should start from empathy to the user and then build through feasiblity constraints - leading to a practical, meaningful and aesthetically efficient product.
PORTFOLIO 2018
CONTENTS
WIU
UNO
TREO
ANTARA
Writing Aid for Dysgraphia
Indoor Climate Control
Story Telling
Inspiration based Furniture
Internship Experience
PORTFOLIO 2018
Other Works
WIU 3 MONTH PERSONAL PROJECT
Brief To design a product to help kids with learning disabilities.
CONTEXT
TARGET USER Children between the age of 6-12 years who are suffering from dysgraphia. ABOUT DYSGRAPHIA Dysgraphia is a condition that causes difficulty with written expression.
UNDERSTANDING THE USER
MEETING
OBSERVING
ON FIELD
RESEARCH Learning about the user, noticing and documenting problems. Understanding user’s environment. Looking for opportunities to intervene.
Researching from other reliable online sources, reading blogs, articles, survery informations, stories and experiences of the user looking for insights and problem areas.
OBSERVATIONS AND INSIGHTS
DIFFICULTIES FACED
Need Assisstance and Motivation
Dysgraphics struggle while forming words. They are unable to spell words and in some cases read words correctly. Also, they are tend to face difficulty with motor skills therefore they are not able to write words properly.
Confusion and Frustration
Spelling Errors
Poor Handwriting
KEY INSIGHT Kids has a proper verbal communication. OPPORTUNITY “ What if we could use speech to help them write? ”
CREATIVITY
SKETCH SKETCH SKETCH!
Shuffled and sketched across ideas to find a suitable solution to identified opportunity. Ideas were focused on creating a product(s) that would help in writing through speech.
Light Sensitive Paper.
Projecting spoken words
Simple Interactions
Soft Forms
Child Proof Ke
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CORE CONCEPT
Overall idea is that the product captures the words spoken by the user and converts them into a UV projection.
Projection
Mic.
FORM AND AESTHETICS
Simplistic approach. Soft forms to emphasis kid-friendly design. Caved-in Lens to prevent damage incase of fall.
Spoken Words (Sound)
WIU
A comprehensive solution aiming to assists and guide dysgraphics write, a result of empathetic design approach.
WHY YELLOW
Wiu - Kit Ultraviolet(U.V.) light sensitive paper book and U.V. projector (Wiu).
Yellow is the best color to create enthusiasm and can awaken greater confidence and optimism.
WIU
DETAILS
LOGO DERIVATION
A look at different controls and features of the product.
Initial inspiration was taken from the form and the prominent feature of the product.
Sync. Light
U.V. Projector
Control Buttons
Battery Light
Mic.
On/Off
Speaker
Magnet
Strategic placement of buttons allow smooth and intuitive interaction with the product.
Magnet
VIEW + WITH YOU = “Wiu”
Vocal inspiration was from words ‘view’ and ‘with you’ - as the product works with you.
IN USE
Short scenario showing steps to use.
Kid speaks the words intended to write. The U.V. projector projects an image of the words on the U.V. sensitive paper.
Spoken Words
d e t c e j Pro ords W
IN USE Trace the impression left behind on paper
U.V. Sensitive Paper
As user speaks
Post projection a Light impression is left behind on the paper.
As the words are generated by the device, the U.V. sensitive paper reacts to the projection and leaves a light impression - Therefore the user is able to write confidently - risk of spelling errors is reduced.
IN USE HOLISTIC EXPEREINCE Wiu becomes both a learning and a joyful companion.
LEARN AND CHALLENGE
PLAY AND EVOLVE
As the user progresses, user can challenge themself with different difficulty level. This is to motivate and keep the user involved.
Games that can help with motor skills.
UNO 4 MONTH TEAM PROJECT
Brief To design an Ultimate Climate Control System In collaboration with Aeris cleantec AG.
MENTOR AND TEAM
ISD Rubika, India Team
Karan (me) Tanishia
Aniket
Zeeshan
Raghav Preemy
Vaibhavi
ETIENNE BOUGEOT Design Lead at Aeris Cleantec AG. Beijing, China “ Design an Ultimate Climate Control System for Indoors �
During the course of the this project our team was guided and mentored by Etienne. We learnt about design language maitaining brand Identity and making decisions among various creative ideas. I was in team of 7 members, leading the team with my co-leaders Aniket and Zeeshan. It was a great learning expiereince to manage and coordinate tasks to deliver the project requirements on time.
website: www.aeris.cn
CLIMATE CONTROL TODAY
Devices Today are Disinegrated Today, to create different indoor climates - warmth, cooling, dry air, humid air ; there are different indoor devices like coolers, air conditioners, space heaters, humidifers and dehumidifiers, fans, thermostats and more.
OPPORTUNITY A device able to Control - temperature, humidity and purity aspects of air.
Air Quality
Temperature
Humidity
Ultimate Climate Control Device
INSIGHTS THROUGH SURVEYS AND OBSERVATIONS interaction with ai r is not immersive
climate affects activity and productivity
Observation board
Understanding people’s expereince w/Climate Climate in our homes affect most of our activiteis and mood. Through micro scenarios, user-activity maps and surverys we understood and identified opportunities to improve people’s experience with the climate around them through a climate control device.
Automate/Remotely operate climate control to fit your schedule.
Make a space lively by adding interesting interactions
87.7% people seek more info about their climate
n user missing link betweeronment vi product and the en climate contro can address indivi l that dual needs
climate based on activiy and feature changes
lack of natural ventilation affects the mood
Mapping user activites to understand their climate-control needs through out the day.
my space is not able to anticipate my presence
50% were unaware about the air they breathe.
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Suggest changes and adjust itself based on activites and gatherings
Automate/Remotely operate climate control to fit your schedule.
Survery with 200+ Users about their expeiences with air around them.
perception of safety is im p. in heating appliances
i dont know about the upkeep of my device
formation control and in er-tips at your fing
Making interactions humane to instill trust in primary and secondary users
CLIMATE CONTROL TODAY
One-in-all concept across different rooms with single point of control
Giving choice by modularity, to cutomize and tailor their climate control to their specific needs Instill trust through transparency and feedback to the user
Directed air flow, centralised placement in the room to improve circulation, reach and efficiency.
7 Unique approaches to a New indoor climate control Designed and refined concepts and concept directions out of 100’s of ideas keeping each one unique in terms of its added value to the user and the air around them.
A breathing element to liven up your home space A look into how nature can be integrated in to climate control appliance to make users more connected to nature
Enhancing mood with aroma, music, fresh mist along with comfortable air.
Combine ele ments from different clim ate control d evices
Concept Devlopment through an Iterative Process Modularity driven concepts were selected to be developed. All the details were well worked on and based on mentor feedback and user exp. with the help of multiple iterations.
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Heater, Co o de-humidifiler, Humidifier er, Air purifi er
Coverage area standard liv. room
Color fade
Polished edges, ion indicate seperat
Air intake
See through Functional Aesthetics
Seperate Modules that stack over
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Artistic/Sculptural aesthetic approach. Internals visible as sculptures.
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Visible fan, visual feedback pahsis Clean design, em on simplicity
1:1 Scale Prototype
Light for mod. status
liner light, leaner
Refining Pro with 1:1 P portions and dim rototype e and 3D m nsion odeling
Air output Air intake
Air intake
Air output Circular form adds aesthetic versatility
Lighting
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Ceiling mounted.
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Coils Heating Filter Zeolite
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AERIS UNO
Control Module
UNO
Humidifier
Heater
Peltier Cooler
Dehumidifier
A climate control solutionthat allows you to build up your own ultimate climate control device
Tailor your climate. Modular system comprises of different modules that control aspects of the air, which go on to a base unit which is an air purifier and air intake
Air intake and purification
MODULARITY DRIVEN
Modules impart customizable functionality to enable Uno to deliver a seamless experience for different climates,making it a global product suitable for different parts of the world.
Hot & Humid
CONFIGURE AS YOU NEED
Modules can be swapped or added over time to suit your indoor climate needs. Unique connections help them to be placed in correct order for the air to be treated correctly.
Cold & Dry
Individual Modules can be bought.
Seasonal Change
Hot/Cold & Dry
REMOTE ACCESS
Notifications, updates, warnings are communicated to the user with the help of the Aeris App. Giving the user access and information at their fingertips, making Uno remotely accessible at all times.
AERIS UNO
Temperature sensor to automate heating Cooler starts to function as it detects Temperature is rising. Humidity sensor to balance the relative humidity indoors
AUTO CLIMATE CONTROL
Air Quality Index Sensor
Each Module detects the indoor aspects they control to automatically adjust indoor climate
Temperature sensor to automate cooling
AERIS UNO
Replace Water
Remove water
Upkeep Indicator Cover light indication
Upkeep module light
Auto pop-out tray
UPKEEP
Indicators on Uno along with the Aeris-App keep user updated and notified to maintain Uno about its needs for filter replacement, water refill/replace and more.
Refill Water
Mech. Error
Replace Filter
AERIS UNO
Aeris Uno Project Featured on DesignIdeas.pics. Special thanks to my co-leader Zeeshan V. for consizing and making the project presentable.
THE FUTURE: AERIS AVE
MAKE-UP Internal modularity, configured as per user need during assembly. Internals comprise of circular climate control modules that can control all aspects of air: humidity, temperature and quality.
Air in
AVE A ceiling mounted climate control Concept for the future.
Air out
A side development of one of our concept ideas during our creativity phase of the project. Other features include lighting, and breathing movement of the cloth to liven up the space/room where it is installed.
THE FUTURE: AERIS AVE
AVE MERITS Design and placement for Ave allows wide coverage and Ideal air circulation. Lighting element adds life and increases the utility of the concept and maximizes the use of ceiling space. Zero footprint makes Ave ideal for all kinds of spaces.
THE FUTURE: AERIS AVE
Ave Imagined in a bedroom setting.
TREO 1 MONTH PERSONAL PROJECT
Brief To design a product by associating products, words or scenarios. Story telling
PRODUCT INSPIRATION
A project based on storytelling about importance of trees.
Deforestation x Tissue Paper As a person who cares for the nature. I was inspired by the problem of deforestation to create a product. A product that can convey a story.
IDEATING AND ASSOCIATING
COMMUNICATING THE STORY
Exploring Possibilities. Using my Imagination to find a way to express the story, different ways of dispensing the tissue paper, thinking of ideas that capture the character and essence of the main idea well.
CONCEPT DIRECTION
I took a poetical design approach to arrive to the concept. Selected concept is a tissue paper holder. Here the core idea is that tissue paper acts as the “Trunk� of the tree.
INTRODUCTION
FORM DERIVATION Form inspired from a tree.
TREO
I simplified the curves to give a cleaner and more subtle look to the product
Treo is a tissue paper holder which ‘stands’ for the trees. It tells a story.
THE STORY
TREO USAGE
Short scenario showing steps to use.
02
01
User takes the tissue paper.
As the tissue paper is kept being used.
It looks as if the tree is losing a part of itself.
We start to see Treo getting weaker (thinner). On th base tree lines start to show - emphasising the loss.
03
Treo falls. As if a tree was cut down. Treo aims a striking a thought in the user’s conscience - bring to notice the negative effects of excess use of paper.
TREO DETAILS
THE LINKS
MAKE-UP Being a simple product. Treo is made up of 3 components and a tissue paper roll.
01
A broken branch.
02 The Assembly. 01 Tree Head. 02 Tissue Paper Roll.
Tree stump and rings. I decided to keep the hidden details symbolic of real tree in order to create maximum resemblance to a real tree. This was to keep the experience natural and real.
03 Wooden Base. (Recycled Wood) 04 Metal Weight
05 Months 05 Projects 01 In Market
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
INTERNSHIP AT ELEPHANT DESIGN, PUNE
Interned as an Industrial Designer, worked and gained experience through multiple live projects which involved Industrial Design for Large Scale manufacturing products like Health Care devices, Industrial Coolers, and Vegetable oil Containers . I also had the opportunity to work on Packaging Design. I was able to learn and practice Molding and Manufacturing constraints, working as a team and meeting deadlines.
website: www.elephantdesign.com
INTERNSHIP AT ELEPHANT DESIGN
HEALTH CARE DEVICE
I was able to work on a project for a low-cost health care device which allowed user to carry out different body-tests. Learnings
I learnt about various manufacturing process like CNC machining, Sheet metal bending, forming and stamping applications and limitations. Here are some of the concepts presented to the client.
Sheet metal, w/bending and stamping
Selected because of low manuf. cost
Machined part
Machined part
This part and design was altered to add more character.
CNC machined part, matte finish
Moulded ABS end-caps
Extrusion and machining
INTERNSHIP AT ELEPHANT DESIGN
INDUSTRIAL COOLER
I was able to work on a project for large scale industrial cooler. The objective was to create a brand and design language to differentiate from its competitors. Another objective was to provide a SKD (semi-knock down) design, the cooler should have a 5-panel part split-up.
Ribs in design to improve strength
Learnings Single part ring and grill
During this project i learnt about drafting angles, injection moulding, importance of “ribs” in large plastic parts and undercuts.
Sheet metal, w/bending and stamping
Here are some of the concepts presented to the client. Single part Injection molded back grill
X-shaped front face, integrated grill and body.
“Y-Character” Under-cut free water tank.
Too many parts
Bold look and strong character
A N TA R A 4 MONTH TEAM PROJECT
Brief Design piece(s) of furniture which narrate a story and evokes emotion inspired by India. In collaboration with Studio Haus
BREIF BREAKDOWN
THE TEAM
“ Design piece(s) of furniture which narrate a story and evokes emotion inspired by India.” BRIEF BREAKDOWN Communicate and Express
Give meaning to furniture
Inspired by heritage & cultures
ME
Kunal Varshney. Gargi Deoghare. Roshan Pereira. Saloni Katuva. Karan Purohit (Myself)
UNDERSTANDING AND GETTING INSPIRED
INSPIRATION SOURCES We looked for inspiration in Indian Architecture, culture, fabrics and traditional wood working practices.
Understanding user habits and behaviours around day to day furniture use in an indian family with help of user-cycle maps.
THOUGHTS ON PAPER
We sketched initials ideas on A5’s. Ideas were around seating in case of gatherings, sharing your space with another, low-seating options (traditional indian seating).
Low-Seating one of the Key Inspirations
CONCEPT DIRECTION
3 distinct concepts based on indian values of sharing, welcoming and togetherness. Taking low-seating as a key consideration.
Chair concept direction in which chair would split in two to provide a seating space for another.
CONCEPTUALISING
Concised and combined ideas on floor seating, sharing space through chairs, tables, group seating arrangements.
Extendable-table, concept based on increasing space when guests arrive. Idea of “Welcoming”.
Shared seating concept, encouraging the idea of “togetherness”.
DEVELOPMENT
VISUALISATION AND REFINEMENT
Understanding seating posture and constraints for selected concept direction of chair.
Used 3-D medium to visualise the design, manage dimensions and proportions for the chair concept direction
Maping dimension for cloth-based suspended sitting.
We got the dimensions for a comfortable posture.
Introducing Antara, a range of Chairs inspired from indian values, architecture, culture and materials.
MANYA
MANYA
Chair Inspired by the value of and idea of harmony between two people. The look and feel of the chair was inspired from traditional indian materials of brass, tarkashi wood working, and rope work in certain indian furnitures.
MANYA
HARMONY The chair allows for itself to be split in two and providing space for the new person in the room. The idea is to make the person feel welcomed and therefore depicting harmony between the two individuals.
SANSA
SANSA
Sansa is a chair with a modern-�twist� to its contemporary look. It also carries the same sharing aspect of giving an extra seat. The brass details on the chair add a rich feel to it, because of other contrasting materials.
360 Movement
AARTH
SHADOW PLAY Aarth is inspired from the indian “jaali� architecture design, the chair creates an interesting shadow-play pattern on the floor enhancing the aestheics of both the chair and the space it is in.
CLIENT FEEDBACK
“
It’s quite impressive and visually the catalogue is put together really well. I love the level of the renders, though there are some technical issues with some of the pieces, I am quite pleased with the way you translated most of your initial references into a complete designed product. You captured the Indian concepts in a very contemporary way and that is impressive. My favorite of the three are ‘Aarth’, but all three have very strong points that can be worked further to create a beautiful piece of furniture. - Kunaal Seolekar Designer/Owner, Studio Haus
“
MASTERCLASS (BIC)
CONCEPTS 1 WEEK MASTERCLASS ON FUTURE OF WRITING
One week intensive masterclass where we came up with new ideas for writing tools. Our ideas were based on eco-friendly nature, secondary usage and exploring new materials. We also payed attention to life-cycle of the writing tool.
01. CRAYON PEN
01. MACHE PEN
Crayopen allows the user to use the body of the pen as a crayon after they discard the refill. Body is made up of wax-crayon there by reducing plastic waste by 80%.
Machepen is eco-friendly and its material absrobs sweat while writing. The cap can be used as a paper clip. Body is made up of paper mache there by reducing plastic waste by 80%.
Sanjay
Mentor
Karan (me)
Aniket
Abbas
1st Prize
MENTOR FEEDBACK “ Good effort, interesting and unique ideas. You guys developed good concepts in the direction I was looking for. We will push for these ideas at BIC. ” - Victor D’Halluin Innovation and User Experience Lead at BIC
TEAM PROJECT: APPLICATIONS OF WEARABLE TECH.
4 Month Mentorship Project with DCA Design
A project based on applications of wearable technology. We identified opportunity in case of accident emergencies for riders. The result was that we developed a concept where riders would wear a wearable neck-band and a helmet attachment ; incase of accident, wearable would call help and aid paramedics with important information. Learnings
Learnt about uses and applications of wearable technologies, learnt about identifying viable opportunities out many insights and observations. Was able to practice modeling, rendering and decision making skills.
TEAM PROJECT: MODULAR STORAGE SYSTEM
4 Month Collaboration Project with HomeCenter
A project with HomeCenter on modular storage system. We developed the storage system around day-to-day storage habits of users and size logic of items to be stored. The design allowed users to design ther own storage space. End result was a 1:1 functional Prototype. Learnings
Being a team leader, i improved my management skills. Learnt about wood based prototyping.
CLIENT FEEDBACK “ I’m overall very pleased with the concept that you developed and I’m sure we’ll find a way to explore it further internally within Home Centre. This project wasn’t easy and you did succeed to deliver a solution which is tackling interesting aspects of storage and considering people’s journey. ” - Michel Vandamme Head - Design & Corporate Sales
ON GOING PERSONAL PROJECT
EFX On going personal project a new wireless, portable amplifier concept. My passion for music and playing the guitar inspired me to work on this project. The opportunity is that current pocket amplifiers are wired and guitarists face certain problems while using them.
Initial Visualization
3D MODELING SKILLS: Panasonic Hair Dryer
Curve Network
Surfaces
Surface Analysis
Keyshot Validation
Softwares: Rhino and Keyshot
3D MODELING SKILLS: Tea Kettle
Curve Network
Surfaces
Surface Analysis
Keyshot Validation
Softwares: Rhino and Keyshot
Karan Purohit Industrial Design Student - 5th Year
“Looking for a 4 to 6 month Internship/full-time as an Industrial Designer.”
ISD Rubika (Institut Supérieur de Design), India
Contact karan.purohit.id@gmail.com
Collaboration Projects
Experience
karan.purohit@dskisd.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/karan-purohit
Design based on Wearble Tech.
Elephant Design
ISD Rubika ( 2016 )
Industrial Design Intern 5 months
Certificates
Education Higher Secondary School Certificate Anand Niketan School 2012 Secondary School Certificate Anand Niketan School
2010
Industrial Design Management ISD Rubika 2013-Present
Skills
ISD Rubika ( 2018 )
Best Academic Performance ISD Rubika ( 2015 )
Most Innovative Idea
Best Academic Performance
Designtalents Masterclass
ISD Rubika ( 2017 )
Best Presentation Pedro-Gomes Design Masterclass
Furniture Design
1st Prize for Best Ideas
ISD Rubika ( 2016 )
Interned as an Industrial Designer, worked and gained experience through multiple live projects which involved Industrial Design for Large Scale manufacturing products like Health Care devices, Industrial Coolers, and Vegetable oil Containers . I also had the opportunity to work on Packaging Design. I was able to learn and practice Molding and Manufacturing constraints, working as a team and meeting deadlines.
Bic-Cello Masterclass
Digital
Analog
Adobe Suit Photoshop Illustrator Indesign Premier Pro
Hand Skills Sketching 2D-Rendering Foam Modeling Prototyping
3d-Modeling Rhino Solid Works (Beginner) Maya (Beginner)
Abilities Listening and Comprehending Teamwork Discipline Time management
Rendering Keyshot
Design Modular Storage System
Masterclass Kipsta
2015
Design new fastening mechanism for shoes
Nabaiji
2016
Design new writing tool for Indian market
StudioMetis
2015
Design an App for Kids
2015
Design an App for tourists in India
Bic-Cello
2016
Story telling and Branding masterclass
Design a floatation Device for Adults
Asia Digital Mojo
Pedro_Gomes
Design Talent
2017
Service Design Masterclass
2018
Altran Innovation Explore new areas for autonomous vehicles
2017
Thank you for your time!
Please feel free to contact me! karan.purohit.id@gmail.com
+91 7769981421
PORTFOLIO 2018
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