Megan Glew Product Design
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MG1 Accent Chair Design and manufacture my own accent chair to extend the Whitemeadow range. With creative freedom to design and develop to my own style, I created the MG1. From the original sketch to the Solidworks frame drawing, then to upholstery methods and selection of the fabrics. Making it a stand out accent chair, the outside back is upholstered in a patterned geometric fabric.
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D e s i g n C h o i c e s - Fa b r i c A n a l y s i s
Using Adobe Photoshop I explored a range of different fabric colour combinations. Contrast piping detail running below the seat and around the back cushion adds interest to the upholstery of the chair.
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Half View Elevations
These elevation drawings were crucial to the frame makers when manufacturing the pieces and assembling the frame prior to upholstering.
MG1 - Revised 05/09/2019 Accent Chair Front, Side, Plan View
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SOLIDWORKS Educational Product. For Instructional Use Only.
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The completed product, MG1. Upholstered in a tumeric plush velvet fabric with a contrasting geometric patterned fabric on the outside back.
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Modul Modular accessories crafted from solid oak and corian. To design a modular storage product to hold personal belongings safe and easy to obtain. Providing an aesthetic appearance which compliments any environment. Scandinavian design embracing simple lines, minimalism and functionality without sacrificing beauty. Geometric forms; clever design allows individual components to be assembled in a variety of formations.
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The Modul Range
Modul-I is the perfect storage system for small personal items
Modul-II is the ideal size to store and organise larger personal items
Modul-III is a stylish option capable of storing jewellery, stationary or loose change
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Material Composition Modul is a unique modular storage solution, crafted from layers of solid oak and corian. The corian gives an elegant and hardwearing contrast to the natural beauty of the solid oak.
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Jesmonite This project was based on experimentation of the moulding and making process and applied to the development of a table design. The focus of this brief was to understand and explore the possibilities of the material Jesmonite. Jesmonite is a composite material that is made up of a mineral resin mixture combined with an acrylic liquid.
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S c a l e M o d e l Te s t i n g
Scale models were made to test the dimensions and features within the table design. These models were made to the scale 1:10 with the Jesmonite table top also being moulded to envisage how the piece would look and work with a removable table top.
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Making Process
I prototyped two table designs after analysing and assessing the scale models. The first being the removable table top design, which is shown below. Here I used the CNC to cut out the parts of the table, including the table top, so I could use the pieces to create a vacuum formed mould which was used to cast the Jesmonite top.
The second table incorporated a thick clear acrylic top which I poured the Jesmonite into to create a fully sealed table top. This design also featured the cross over from the legs on the top of the table.
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Final Designs
The blue Jesmonite table design with white painted MDF legs and a removable blue table top.
The green Jesmonite table encased with a thick clear acrylic top and birch plywood legs.
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Aspen The Aspen ottoman is the perfect addition to your room. Designed to be both useful and stylish, this ottoman is the ideal place to store away your belongings, whilst also providing complete comfort when it is time to put your feet up. The Aspen possesses its own style and shape, making it a truly unique accent piece which stands out from the crowd. With sweeping curves enhanced by upholstery in a choice of sumptuous velvet, soft suede or textured chenille. This contemporary, luxe and well-designed storage ottoman will appeal to the consumer who appreciates quality and style.
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Development Process
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Design Details The devils in the details with smart leather tab handles and a woven brand identity label. Metallic piping and capped feet, takes the style level up a notch, giving the Aspen a decadent appearance.
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Upholstered Scale Model
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Sea Glass This research project investigated the impact of manmade material ending up in the ocean, and proposing a product based solution. Based on Johnathan Chapmans research into emotional design, the aim of this project was to apply the sea glass material into a product that will aim to be cherished and valued by the consumer, therefore cutting the cycle of consuming and disposing. Through primary research methods I collected material which I applied into potential products.
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Primary Research
I conducted case study investigations at three local beaches to collect whatever manmade materials had washed up on the beach. There was a diverse range of materials including, sea glass, ceramics, rubber, metal and plastic. The most prominent material sourced was sea glass which I then used to apply into the making process.
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Development Material Journey
User Journey
This journey applies the material into a design whereby the user will keep hold of the product over a lifetime.
The users contribute to the product through collecting the beach material and therefore instills the emotional attachment to the end product.
Here are three different prototype products made in the develoment of this research project. Based on research of emotional durable design and research of products that people commonly value and cherish, these pieces were made. Puzzle Tiles
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Coasters
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Final Design Prototypes
I designed and made the moulds for the shapes, then vacuum formed these to create moulds for the mineral mixture. I incorporated the sea glass on the base of the moulds before pouring the mixture.
Pebble shaped coasters with wording of the locations where the sea glass was sourced on them.
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C SERIES C - 18
Design and develop a complementary contemporary table top timepiece for ‘Instrmnt’. Trend led deisgn process for a live project with a company whose style and design aesthetic had to be portrayed within my design. Attention to detail and minimalistic design is shown in the timepiece to reflect the companies existing products. Combining function and aesthetics, the C-18 is well suited to the ‘Instrmnt’ range. A considered approach to telling time.
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INSPIRATION
Here are a few images which are in line with the ‘Instrmnt’ brand and their aesthetic, showing the minimalistic, simple and functional design approach.
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Model Making
1 / Open back panel to access open space for mechanism
2 / Place the clock mechanism and battery into the body of the clock
3 / Put the back panel onto the body. A lip in the back to give a flush result
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THE CANNY BAG
A handbag comprised of 1,149 upcycled aluminium can ring pulls and rope, which makes for an innovative, individual accessory. This bag is exceptionally hardwearing, ideal for everyday use or for an occasion. The ideal size to carry your everyday items around.
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Concrete Personal design project exploring the material, concrete. Using recycled materials as moulds to form the shapes of both the vase and the ring holders. Contrast paint adds colour to the pieces as well as embracing the natural look of the concrete.
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Sketchwork
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Photography
With a keen interest in photography, built from wanting to showcase my own products to the best I can, I have been continuously expanding this hobby and skill over the last few years. As an amateur photographer the composition and lighting of a photo is key when shooting photos.
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