Furniture & Product Design Portfolio
Profile About Me I am a second year Furniture and Product Design BA student at Nottingham Trent University. My passion for design is shown through my constant ability to achieve high grades. I push and challange myself at every given opportunity and explore concepts that stretch my comfort zones. My values as a designer is to always consider sustainability, from everyday way of life to my design work. I’ve enjoyed working for live clients over the last year perfecting my time- management and teamworking abilities.
Education Nottingham Trent University September 2019-current BA (Hons) Furniture and Product Design Grade at the end of first year: 1st University of the Creative Arts September 2018- July 2019 Art and Design Foundation Merit Langley Park School for Girls September 2011- July 2018 Photography - A* Fine Art - A ICT - B Skills Practical Sketching, Prototyping , Concept Design, Woodwork Software InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, SolidWorks, Keyshot, Microsoft Office Contact +44 07552 661049 lucy.steward1@icloud.com Instagram- lucysteward design
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STOOL PROJECT TAKE A SEAT Design a stool no bigger than 450mm x 450mm x 450mm using Ash wood. It can have up to four legs and must contain an element of upholstery. I created a lightweight three legged stool which can be converted into a small table. The legs are triangular and taper into a thinner base. For the underside of the stool I have adapted Mortise and Tenon joint with a Jigsaw piece to fix the legs to the base. The cushion is made with blue foam and turquoise cotton fabric with a centre button. It is finished with a matt wax to protect the surfaces.
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Close up image of the joining detail- Mortise and Tenon joint with Jigsaw piece
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The cushion can be removed to form a small table suitable for small items such as plants. I did this by using three dowel joints fixed to the upholstery base, which then slot into the Ash surface. It is a lightweight stool which can be easily picked up by one of the legs and carried to another location.
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Production and Development During production of the Mortise and Tenon joint with a Jigsaw piece I used a stencil to ensure all my sections matched up correctly. I made multiple incisions using the bandsaw to ensure the pieces were cut as accurately as possible. For my safety I used a technique of sacrificial MDF and double sided tape meaning my fingers stayed well away from the blade.
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I wanted the legs to have an element of modern style to them. During my research I found that tapered legs were a current trend in modern furniture. To do this I had to create several jigs that allowed me to shape the legs not only triangular but with a significant taper.
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I wanted the upholstery of this stool to stand out and have small and subtle elements of detail. For this I learnt how to create piping to line the edge of the cushion . I did this by following videos on YouTube and taking out tutorial books from the library. I also added a button in the middle of the cushion to take away the would be flat surface of the cushion making it seem more natural. I chose the colour turquoise as it was a current trending colour in the local John Lewis store and would fit well into the market for younger buyers.
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Evaluation If I had the opportunity to re-do this project I would consider reducing the thickness of the foam of the cushion so it doesn’t compact so much when someone sits down and looks more in proportion with the rest of the stool. Despite this I was extremely happy with the outcome. I also supported local businesses by buying the extra materials from local shops instead of ordering online.
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DONKEY PROJECT TECHNOLOGY DONKEY We were given a brief to design a Donkey inspired by the work produced by Isokon +. This was a student brief and not one set by Isokon+. For this I designed a Donkey aimed at the use of designer or anyone in a creative field. The compact design safely stores and hides expensive gadgets, as well as keeping drawings up to A3 size safe and well organised. I broke up the harshness of the Donkey by including natural curves to create a unique outcome. It would be made using various thicknesses of plywood and the process of laminating. The location of the Donkey would be best suited for a home office or studio, intended for users who often work from home.
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Final full scale prototype made from corrugated cardboard- Technology Donkey
Pr o j e c t Tw o Some specific features which I included are a netting section on the side of the unit. This is to store photos and postcards that might help the users creative work. It’s done using a method of weaving often used to create bags.
The top section of the Donkey is a flat surface which can also be utilised as a small table top.
When clear of items the lid can be lifted to reveal an angled storage section and a hidden compartment made for laptops up to the size of a 15inch. This ensures that users electrical devices are hidden from plain sight acting as a security measure.
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Due to COVID-19 we did not get to build our Donkeys. I 1 still wanted to2show how it would have been built in the manufacturing process. The pieces of plywood would have been fitted together using Housing joints that are 3.5mm in depth and a generous amount of wood glue. The curved section would have been made using airoply skin.
The lift up lid would have been movable using 3mm dowels that act as hinges allowing the lid to open and close. The curve section of the Donkey would have been done using a process known as laminating. I would have had to create a foam mould that could then have had layers of veneer put on top then put into a vacuum bag and set in shape. 6
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Development I produced many 1:10 scale development models exploring different compartments and what their uses were. Something which I refined a lot over model making were the legs of the Donkey. They went from being individual pieces attached on using screws to being part of the side panels reducing the amount of individual parts making the manufacture process simpler.
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In the initial ideation I created various models and sketches which looked at different concepts of storing pens, pencils and other equipment needed for design. This idea then transitioned and developed into storing technology.
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Evaluation If I could make improvements on this project I would have liked to further develop the specific storage features, for example having individual slots for pro markers that show what colour they are, saving time sifting through them to find the right one. The curve could also be improved to give the same effect but use less material by making the curved radius less extreme.
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Final insitu prototype made from timber and a drink carton
CONTAINER PROJECT BIRDFEEDER- SECOND TIME AROUND FEEDER I had to design and build a structural frame to hold standard-sized ready-made container from the given limited off the shelf timber sections; function has to be decided by myself. I highlighted the purpose of this project to be a re-use situation. I wanted to target an object that is difficult to recycle and give it a longer life. I chose to use a standard size drink carton and create a bird feeder in which multiple birds can hang from it at once. The feeder uses no screws and at the end of its life can be recycled with ease. With a removable roof the drink carton can be replaced once the weather damages it beyond use.
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The lid can be removed for filling the feeder up and switching the old carton for a new one
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Ideation I considered exploring plant pot ideas due to a drink cartons water resistant qualities but felt the bird feeder was a more original idea with better avenues to explore. Above is examples of 1:5 scale models I created to try different ideas.
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Development After getting a hold of the timber sections I needed to re-develop the form of the feeder as they were thinner than I imagined. Refinement models 1:5
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Production The final design is a simple timber rectangular frame 90 x 85 x 280mm. The cross- over sections at the front and back reveal the openings in the carton where the bird can access the feed. Instead of cutting away the section, I have made an incision and pushed back the flap. This stops the feed from spilling out once it is poured in. I have designed the roof to be detachable, this way the carton can be replaced once damaged beyond use (weather, squirrels). The cross sections have been done by using angled lap joints done using a saw and chisel to create a flush surface. 3mm dowel will then be placed in the middle of these cross sections acting as supports for the birds to rest on. The roof has been done using a process known as Shiplap done with a router. Instead of using metal pins I used 3mm dowel to fix the feeder together, meaning it can be easily recycled.
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Various ways in which the design could travel. Consideration of including a bird bath section.
The 2nd Time Around Feeder is recommended for anyone, it’s about introducing people into the concept of sustainability. The product would be available to purchase at stores run by the RSPCA, National Trust and any other wildlife charitable establishments. These institutions use profits to run their organisations which benefit and protect the environment and wildlife in the UK.
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Evaluation I wish I had got my hands on the materials quicker so I had a better idea of what I was working with, I could have taken my development further. I did like the concept of this brief especially thinking sustainably about the design process and concept.
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Final model made from soft Balsa wood and printed surface textures
JOHN LEWIS PROJECT FLAT PACK DESK Design a product or piece of furniture that fits in with the style of John Lewis and targets their values of achieving circular design. Research for this project was conducted in groups, this was then presented to John Lewis where feedback was given, we then moved on individually to design product/ Furniture. After conducting a survey looking at consumers awareness of sustainable design I chose to create a flatpack desk for home working. It is targeted at Gen z who John Lewis strive to open their target market to. If I had the chance to make this desk it would be made from Birch plywood and use no screws or glue to fix it together, only wood joining methods.
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The research we focused on looks at several of the Ted Ten’s. To ensure I designed a product/piece of furniture that had the potential to fit in with circular design I wanted to narrow down and focus on two of the Ted Ten’s: Design to minimise waste and Design to reduce the need to consume.
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Dimensions The final prototype stands at 750 x 1450 x 600 mm. The whole structure is made using birch plywood with no screws or glue. It includes a desk top (30mm) with rounded edges. Desk legs (40 mm) that slot into the desk top using dovetail joints and a centre support (30mm) that keeps the legs secured in place with wedge mortise and tenon joints. All of which can be easily disassembled for transport. Instead of have 4 separate legs, the desk uses sheet material to form 2 legs in one also offering better support for structure. The legs are also tapered out to provide a more interesting design. All edges have a 1mm radius to soften the look and to prevent the edges from getting damaged. At the back of the desk surface is a hole that allows cables to run down to plug sockets.
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Refinement After each model I annotated its pros and cons helping me finalise dimensions and finer details such as chamfered edges. 1:10 scale was a good scale to work on but for the final model I wanted to produce a 1:5W scale allowing me to show greater detail like the types of wood joining methods I would use.
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This is how the desk would fold up into a flat-pack making it suitable to transport and store.
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Development During my developmental stage of this project I was focused on finding a design that used minimal pieces as flat pack so it can be easily stored when not in use. This also required finding a joint that uses no glue and can be easily taken apart. I research many joints focusing down on a Tusk Mortise and Tenon joint.
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Evaluation The thickness of the plywood means it would weigh a substantial amount. I wish I created enough time for myself to produce a laser cut model. I would have liked to have gotten more time in the workshop to do hands on experimentation with wood joining methods. I would have gotten a better understanding of what would have been appropriate to use.
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DESIGN IN THE MANNER OF PROJECT COCO CHANEL GARDEN TOOL Design a piece of homeware in the manner of a specific company. Choosing from the given list: Brands: Volvo, JCB, Absolut Vodka, Coca-Cola, Patagonia, Adidas, Swatch, Chilly’s, Coco Chanel, Paul Smith, Zaha Hadid, Le Corbusier Location: Bathroom, Kitchen, Shed/Garage, Utility Room, Dining Room I chose to do the unusual combination of Coco Chanel and the location of Shed/Garage designing a garden tool inspired by the style and characteristics of the luxury brand.
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Final full scale prototype made from card and gray foam
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Production The spade head is made from sheets of stainless steel. The shape would be cut using a high pressure water cutter. It would then be heated in a forming machine where it would give the spade its curved edges. It moves on to an oven which heats the steel to 1000 degrees celsius, giving off carbon deposits that harden the steel and makes it more durable. The front of the spade is then sharpened to be more effective during use. The body of the handle would be made from Aluminum, wrapped in quilted black leather. To secure the leather there are 2 black stainless steel bands that wrap around both the top and bottom half of the leather handle.
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Development As Coco Chanel is a brand that looks into luxury and comfort I needed to incorporate this into my design. I used plasticine to mould the handle helping me find the right ergonomic shape.
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I then moved to using grey foam allowing me to have a permanent shape to work with, later being able to add details mimicking quilted leather.
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Evaluation I really enjoyed this project due to its freedom of concept. It allowed me to challenge not only my model making skills but my ability in concept design, something which was new to me before university.
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PEARSON LLOYD PROJECT EDUCATIONAL SPACES I had been set a brief by the design consultancy: Pearson Lloyd, to improve an identified space. This was a group research project that had to be inspired by the future of teaching and learning. As a group we studied our own university to find what works well and what flaws could be identified in key spaces. After extensive primary research we as a group decided to focus on the space of a lecture theatre and how formality and informality fits in with the future of teaching.
Project Six Ethnographic Survey We conducted an ethnographic survey within our own university environment. We studied a range of spaces including study rooms, design studios, the library and lecture theatres. Where possible we asked users of the space how and why they use that space. This gave us definitive results and allowed us to identify what space we would like to improve.
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• Intimidating spcae • Remote control blinds, controling amount of natural light • big capacity • strong sound system • dailogic form of teaching
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• The room is well lit with artificial and natural lighting • Multiple work areas each with different purpose • Interesting teaching space
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• Multi funtional • Areas for group and individual work • Mix of formal and informal spaces • furniture is comfotable
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• Most informal area of the university • Great space for eating and relaxing • also has a study area • furniture is very laid back
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The group saw a clear fact that spaces within universities are either formal or informal. We decided to look at the bridge between the two comparing informal spaces like communal areas with formal spaces such as lecture theatres. Nottingham Trent University has a broad range of spaces that are both formal and informal environments. Boots library is one of the most popular areas in the university. This is because it caters for all areas of study; computers, silent study or areas of discussion and collaborative work. This brings up the question; Should lecture theatres be redesigned to have areas group participation work making the space more informal?
Project Six Lecture Theatres
Lecture theatres are the most popular way of dialogic teaching. Birmingham university has already taken the first step towards changing the traditional form of a lecture theatre. To gain a better understanding of what students may prefer we conducted a survey which proved useful in finding out what students would like to happen with the space. This was a key part of our development.
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Project Six Concept We proposed the idea that lecture theatres can accommodate a less formal persona for the benefit of students and lecturers. We explore the relationship between formality and informality in university teaching ;bridging the gap between the two thus allowing for a more liquid and adaptable way of teaching in order to be able to keep up to pace with our rapidly changing world.
Positves • Removing some of the formality allows for a more inviting space - feel more free to ask questions etc. • Allows for a more inclusive, adaptive and overall ‘liquid’ style of teaching. • Still maintains the idea of an authoritative speaker. Negatives • Increased possibility for students to become distracted. • Big expense to completely restructure a lecture theatre • Potential decrease in capacity
An example of how we would intend to do this is by adapting a lecture theatre to have group seating instead of rows of seats. This would change the dynamic of a lecture evolving the didactic environment allowing the opportunity for discussion and a greater freedom for interaction between lecturer and students. We created some sketches that show how the structure and architecture could be altered to accommodate group collaboration and also like google have achieved to make the environment seem more modern and futuristic.
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Evaluation Pearson Lloyd allowed me to follow the idea of curiosity and push the boundaries of traditional dialogic teaching to form new and exciting theories. It was also good experience in working in a team whilst working from home. I gained skill and knowledge on how to work the online platform Miro to preform collaborative work. I took on the role of team leader for this project as I can confidently organize tasks and motivate the rest of the group by delegating roles and jobs. In the future for concepts like these I would create a whole room model to better show the ideas and theories.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME LUCY STEWARD +44 07552 661049 lucy.steward1@icloud.com Nottingham Trent University issuu.com/lucysteward.design London