My name is Luis Castanheira and I’m a young and creative designer who is looking for an opportunity to integrate an ambitious and innovative project in Product Design. This portfolio shows a series of projects developed between 2008 and 2011, most of them during my academic course. Hope you like it. Phone (+351) 917 027 393 Email luiscastanheira23@gmail.com Online www.behance.net/luiscastanheira
WHO AM I 6 ABOUT ME 7 RESUME
PRODUCT DESIGN 10 SWING 14 NEIGHBORWOOD 16 OZO 22 PENDURA 24 CHIQUE 26 PHI 28 GRAY 30 DOURO CRUISE 36 VOLTAIR 40 ENERGYM
GRAPHIC DESIGN 52 LX FACTORY 53 SARAMAGO 54 FACULTY 58 S.TEOTÓNIO 60 MODATEX
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ABOUT ME I’m a young lisbon guy, master in Product Design by the Architecture Faculty - Technical University of Lisbon. I consider myself a sociable, fun, dedicated and responsible person with a strong team spirit. I like sports, nature, technology, materials and colour and texture contrasts. My passion for Design has always included product and communication although it was strongest for Product Design, the main reason that motivated my decision to specialize in this area. As a designer, rather than create utopian concepts, I like to idealize and develop tangible products that meet the needs in a pratical and functional way. Because the real value of design or designing resides in finding creative and objective solutions to problems. During my activity I seek to transcend into each project I develop, trying to go beyond the expected. I love the simple design (sometimes even obvious) but with the projectual accuracy and detail that make a product distinguish. Still without professional experience in Design I’m now looking for an opportunity to integrate an ambitious and innovative project where I can apply my knowledge and skills in the strategic development of products and services as well as absorb information and experiences that allow me to improve in both personal and professional levels.
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PERSONAL INFORMATION
SOFTWARE SKILLS
Name Luís Filipe Castanheira Santos
Office Word, Excel, Powerpoint
Date of birth July 23rd of 1988
CAD Autodesk AutoCAD
Nationality Portuguese
3D Modelation Solidworks, Cinema 4D, Google Sketchup, Rhinoceros (beginner)
Adress Rua do Vale Nº12 cv esquerda 2635-341 Rio de Mouro - Portugal Phone +351 917 027 393 Email luiscastanheira23@gmail.com
Rendering Keyshot, Hypershot, Photoview 360, V-Ray (beginner) Graphic Edition Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photosop, Abobe Indesign, CorelDraw
Skype luis_castanheira_santos Linkedin linkedin.com/in/luiscastanheiradesign Béhance behance.net/luiscastanheira Pinterest pinterest.com/luiscastanheira
TECHNICAL SKILLS Pottery Basic skills Carpentry Intermediate skills
EDUCATION 2009-2011 Masters in Product Design Architecture Faculty - Technical University of Lisbon 2006-2009 Graduation in Design Architecture Faculty - Technical University of Lisbon
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS & AWARDS 2011 Finalist project at the “Sustainable Urban Equipment” promoted by Caixa Geral de Depósitos Bank 2010 Finalist at the Entrepeneurship Competition promoted by the Center of Knowledge and Technology Transfer of Technical University of Lisbon 2010 2nd place at the Identity Competition for S. Teotónio parish council. 2006 Honor Board of Leal da Câmara High School for the commitment in development of cultural and artistic activities.
Smithy Basic skills
LANGUAGES
Composite Basic skills
Portuguese Mother language English Professional level
OTHER SKILLS Team spirit, good organization and communication skills, responsible, dedicated, punctual, proactive, dynamic
Spanish Basic level
INTERESTS Sports, Technology, Sustainability, Materials, 3D Modelation, Design Thinking, Service Design, Interaction Design
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Line of simple, modern, stackable and clean kitchenware, stripped of details that cause dirt accumulation. The set consists of three bowls, three boxes for packing food, two strainers with metal mesh for solid and liquid food and a colander for pasta. The set of bowls for food preparation is composed of three pieces ranging in size and capacity (1l, 2.5 l and 3.5 l). Each bowl has a non-slip rubber base and a handle for a better transportation and handling. The set of boxes has a concave shape similar to the bowls which improves the grip of the piece to hands during the transport. Each box has a circular relief in the center of the lid and a negative on its basis that, independently of the random stacking the boxes remain centered and fixed. The strainer for tea has reduced dimensions so it can be rested on a mug or teapot, while a higher strainer serves to drain rice and other solid food. The last part of this family is the colander for pasta, which can be used in two distinct ways. Its base allows use the colander in a sink while the flap and the handle allow for support over a bowl or pan.
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Idealization of an ephemeral kiosk for presentation of Santo Amaro neighborhood in Alcântara at an event integrated into the festivities of Lisbon with a duration of one month in Praça do Comércio and a limited area of 6m² for its placement. With a predominant image of popular and working-class district, Alcântara has an old and diverse heritage with abundant examples of erudite architecture, including some religious buildings and an unusual number of palaces, totaling about fifty buildings with historical and artistic interest. The kiosk was designed to promote the places of major tourist interest in the Santo Amaro’s neighborhood. Very important in the design process was the history of the area itself, always connected to the river and what flows from it. The language of the kiosk has in part, some influences of ship building in which the structure of vessels in wood, made with pieces placed parallel, is transported to the kiosk through wood slats placed along the kiosk and conformed to its inclination which create nice light/ shadow games. This angle represents the slope of the district that leans over the Tejo River. The purpose of this kiosk is that its “box” can be used after the event for other purposes within Alcântara area, such as small outdoor exhibitions.
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The city’s urban furniture mesh is usually very diverse, including equipment from a variety of furniture lines and brands, resulting in an aesthetic amalgam that does not fit into its surroundings. The main purpose of this project was the development of an urban equipment coherent family with a formal language that was common to all parts. The basis of the concept focused on the design of a metal profile that was structuring and allowed establishing a flexible modular system addressed to a simple production and versatile combination of different products. A second extruded element allows the junction of the main components of each product. The structural profile we have reached allows a modular design that ensures the adequacy of the parts to unforeseen situations and applications. The pieces that make up this family shape the metropolis, not demanding role, ensuring the functioning of the physical space and providing a visual rhythm to that space.
Project developed with JoĂŁo Tereso and Ricardo Esteves
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Park Bench
Trash Can
Fountain
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Street Lamp and Bollard
Bus Stop
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The Pendura coat rack starts from of a typology traditionally used by the shaker culture: the wooden hanger rod. However that model proves to be inflexible to not allow adjust the distance between hangers depending on the volume and number of pieces placed. The final product is intended to be simple, functional and enables customization of the storage space according to the needs. We chose the double hook hanger as this allows arranging several pieces simultaneously and is able to hang on coat hangers. The wood rack has the same profile of hangers in lacquered aluminum sheet so that each module can glide smoothly over its surface. Its length may vary depending on the number of modules required. A varied colour palette allows user to combine different colors between modules and make this coat rack an interesting decorative element.
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The Chique chest results from the crossing of traditional and modern/contemporary furniture, through a harmonious dialogue between orthogonality and fluidity. Chique starts from a convenient model that fell into disuse over time: a high foot chest. This was during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, much used by the bourgeoisie and the upper classes. Their organic shapes, very ornate and worked by carpenters, made them almost pieces of art. The decor was stylish and incorporated into this product as apparent contour. The chest invokes the traditional legs, in wood turning, and simplifies them keeping only his silhouette. The body and legs of this piece of furniture are made of lacquered MDF, while the handles are brass with a chrome or lacquered finish.
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The Phi bookshelf aims to make use of the height space for storage of books and other objects. For such we started from the theory of the golden ratio (or golden section) with which we created two modules with different heights to meet the differences of proportion between books. These modules were placed in two rows and distributed vertically to create compartments for book arrangement. The space left between the overlap of modules and the height of the bookshelf is closed with a box for storage of other literary elements, such as magazine clippings, brochures, catalogs, etc. The narrow rows move forward in relation to the wider ones causing a depth game that distinguishes and makes them stand out. The structure of the shelf is made of lacquered MDF and the storage boxes are produced in MDF coated with corkrubber, a derivative of rubber and cork. This material establishes the contrast between smooth and textured, color and organic. As a distinctive element and detail, we carve the Greek symbol “phi� that represents the golden proportion, connecting the product with the concept which leads to.
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The Gray chair results from an exercise with the purpose of provide to students some modeling knowledge with composite materials, in this case, fiberglass. It was asked to design a rest chair for an inside space, waiting room or similar. We must use fiberglass, MDF or plywood in one or more components of the chair. The entire project was developed around the appropriateness of the hull and structure shape to the available materials and technologies. From a conceptual standpoint, we tried to work in order to achieve a hull which appeared comfortable, however without become too obstructive. It was important to give a sense of lightness and simplicity to the shape of the hull. We decided to not build a closed component, leaving the back open, suggesting only its tridimensional shape when the chair is seen from other angles. We don’t want also to overdraw the shape of the arms. They describe a simple curve which supports the seat, while providing a support for the arms and delimiting the seat zone. The final prototype was built in molded fiberglass and MDF, hull and structure respectively. The structure is fixed to the hull through two chrome steel tubes, providing a latitudinal locking which gives stability and strength to the assembly. Project developed with João Tereso and Ricardo Esteves
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The bar of a cruise is an area where passengers can enjoy the trip and live together with each other and, as such, this space has been designed taking into account the different kinds of socialization. Aiming the target of this river cruises we designed areas for groups and couples. In addition to establishing itself as a living space, it was intended that the bar also worked as a cultural space where passengers could attend concerts and other live performances. This multiplicity of purposes requires some flexibility in configuration and distribution of equipment in space so they had to meet certain requirements, such as stacking. The optimization of care services in the bar was incorporated into the equipment in the form of a LED lights system in the pavement that individually lights the acryllic bodies of the tables allowing employees to understand which are the tables answered or where customers wish to make an order or pay the bill. The peculiarities of the landscape and culture that characterize the surrounding environment have been taken as the theme for the space, where the Douro terraced vineyards inspire the design of its equipment which as a whole generates a sober environment, cozy and comfortable. The harmony with outer space has been enhanced with the introduction of a small terrace.
Main Deck
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Make an order
LED light sets embedded in the pavement light the tables acrylic body and are remotely controlled by customers at each table through a wireless control
Pay the bill
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The best wind conditions are usually located in remote areas far from big cities where most of the electricity produced is required. However, there are good wind resources in urban areas that remain unexplored. A moving object, due to its aerodynamic and speed produces a trail of wind with the same direction of the object and that dissipates on its rear. The higher the speed of the object, the higher is the wind speed generated by its movement. In this case we are talking about air masses generated by locomotion vehicles. The main purpose of this concept is the use of wind energy generated by movement of transportation vehicles such as automobiles, motorcycles, trains, etc., through vertical turbines. The energy produced will be used to supply the support infrastructures and its associated equipment making them self-sustaining. It was intended to create a simple modular product, which could be installed in strategic locations, whether subway, railways or motorways. In this project we solely explored the implementation of the turbines in motorway axes, on top of concrete barriers (new jersey) that divide traffic lanes. Each barrier has a set of turbines and is connected to contiguous through a connect “switch�. In case of an accident that provokes deviation of the barrier, it automatically disconnects to avoid damage on the electrical structures closer together. The turbines would be applied to sections of road with lighting or support infrastructures that require electricity such as toll roads or service areas.
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Turbine
Bracket Electrical Structure
Barrier
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Security Nut
Blades
Generator
Base
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The high prevalence of sedentary lifestyle, the increase of its impact on health, mortality and related costs are the main reason that explains the need to create a system to encourage regular physical activity. On the other hand, the growing human dependence on energy and scarce natural resources require a rationalization of electricity consumption. This concept aims to promote and sustain healthy behaviors related to regular physical activity and energy efficiency creating an immersive and accessible experience to all people currently away from such habits, regardless of their age or socioeconomic status. The proposed system is composed of three main elements that exchange information with each other. They are a personal monitor (Wattch), an outdoor fitness machine and an online platform. The stationary bike here represents only one element of a possible family of outdoor fitness equipment that enables electricity production. The use of the system takes place in two different scenarios: data visualization on the online platform and the use of fitness machines for exercise. Wattch is the element that provides the bridge between these two moments and carries essential information to the proper functioning of the whole system. The electricity produced by the fitness machines is accumulated in the user account who can then apply it in exclusive advantages or humanitarian projects developed by NGOs in developing countries. The micro production of electricity is primarily used here for ecological awareness and user’s motivation.
Energym System
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Stationary Bike The stationary bike was chosen due to its high utilization rates in gyms, reduced production complexity and energy potential. Its development aimed to improve aesthetic, functional and ergonomic aspects related to this type of fitness equipment and an appropriate integration of electricity production technology without obstructing its operability. Because it is a public equipment for green spaces was taken a particular attention to the technical components security and impermeability. As such, they are packaged inside a drum divided into two halves, each one laterally sealed by a cap. In a half are installed mechanical components and in other half are the electrical ones, making their access and maintenance easier. A Bluetooth interface establishes the bike communication with Wattch and indicates their synchronization. The saddle is height adjustable through a fast snap trigger that allows users to easily find the most natural and comfortable position on the bike.
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Magnetic Brake
Crankset The main mechanical components are constituted by a crankset and a magnetic brake. The crankset is connected to a generator which multiplies its rotation and converts it into electricity. The brake allows the user to adjust on three levels the pedaling intensity through a button on the drum axis.
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Generator CPU
The electrical and electronic components transform, record and transport the electricity produced by the generator. This energy goes to an inverter that converts the current into alternating current (AC) so it can be released into the grid. A controller intercepts the current flowing in the electric circuit, checks the amount of energy and transfers the data to a processor that records this information and then transmits it to the user’s Wattch through the Bluetooth interface at the handlebar middle.
Current Inverter
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Wattch The Wattch is a virtual personal trainer which coordinates and evaluates the user training and communicates with fitness machines allowing to an adequate physical and energy monitoring during exercise. It is equipped with a pulse sensor which reads the heartbeat by the ulnar artery in the wrist. The sensor is flexible and can be properly adjusted depending on the individual physic characteristics of the user and is removable for battery replacement. To assign a more discreet appearance to the Wattch we chose to hide the LED display of its surface which is now placed at the bottom of its coating. This also protects the device against scratches and minor falls. The device also has a micro USB input on the side that allows users to charge the battery and transfer data to the online platform through a computer connected to Internet. The use mode of Wattch is divided into three main profiles: sleep, normal and active. The sleep profile has the goal of extend battery life and send the message of an energy rational use. As such, when the Wattch is not in use within 10 seconds it turns off the display. To enable it again the user just has to press any button on the device. The normal profile, as a conventional watch, only provides the most basic functions such as time, date and alarm. The active profile is selected when the user is working out. It coordinates his training program, provides updated information of his physical condition and electricity generated and notifies user of the different exercises length and the fitness machines sequence that must take.
Pulse Sensor
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Online Platform The online platform is a web site that wants to, on one hand, inform public about the Energym concept and, secondly, support and sustain the activities performed by users within the system. There users can search content related to the initiative and all the data from exercise monitoring. Beyond this informative side the platform establishes itself as a space for social interaction and exchange of ideas and knowledge to the user’s community who also communicates through a forum. The home page displays broader content of the system, among which are the data of the energy produced by user’s community, updated weather forecast and news. The advantages page shows the range of exclusive benefits that membership to Energym provides access, resulting from the partnership with various entities. Entering his account information on the platform the user accesses to a personal area with information customized to his profile and where can check his energy balance. A database allows tracking his evolutionary path in the system. These data also enables a professional to evaluate the user performance and create training programs that meet his physic and health needs. The challenges page allows the user’s community to select and create challenges that seek to close users together or have the purpose of contributing to noble social causes.
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Wayfinding proposal for Architecture Faculty of Technical University of Lisbon. Since this is a space of student’s constant mobility, many of them foreign students, it was deemed essential to ensure their orientation within this academic area. The proposed system aims to be simple and flexible, in accordance with the surrounding architectural language to allow a quick and effectively reading, here assisted by the introduction of colors and symbols which distinguish spaces and degrees. We ended up by choosing the line as logical thread of the whole system, revealing a playful element that arouses an animation on the walls and extends to the pictograms design in its various bases. Project developed with João Tereso and Ricardo Esteves
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Parish Blazon
Proposed Logo
2nd Place at the Logo Creation Contest for S. Teot贸nio parish council. Project developed with Jos茅 Oliveira
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Previous Logos
Proposed Logo
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Email luiscastanheira23@gmail.com For more projects and details go to www.behance.net/luiscastanheira
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