Hi, Sam Travis here... Nice to meet you! I want to create things that make people’s lives easier and more colourful. To me, good design is a perfect blend of straightforward/intuitive
+ sleek/bold
Design is all about solving a user’s problems. If 100% of a product isn’t devoted to this, it has less lasting use for the world.
experience 2014-2016 A-Level Product Design awarded 'Young Designer of the Year' 2015-2017 H Akademy (events company) web design, branding, copy writer 2016 Freelance Web Design & branding for 'coffeetraining.co.uk' 2017+ BA Product Design Nottingham Trent University (first year 2:1)
expertise sketching/rendering CAD modelling graphic design/branding UI design photography
contact me samtravisdesign@gmail.com 07738 215285 @s_trvs linkedin.com/in/strvs
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D I A L P HON E making tech accessible for the elderly... 01
The elderly market want to maintain their independence. However, most assistive technology looks ugly & cheap, serving as an expensive symbol of their old age. DIAL replaces antiseptic Telecare systems & outdated feature phones to intuitively connect them to the digital world around them.
The problem - elderly-accessible tech (feature phones, telecare etc) is generations behind although modern innovations could benefit them massively.
DIAL works in the background connecting users to people/services around them. Blending analogue & digital gives the elderly an intuitive, natural experience. The control dial provides quick switching between four 'modes' - message, call, travel, plan. Adaptive e-ink buttons provide touch-screen versatility without overwhelming.
connect to contacts & locations by 'bumping' devices
wireless charging - no cables/plugs
2 turn dial to select mode
1 put on DIAL band
An accompanying wristband ensures that users stay active & healthy. Health sensors & fall detectors make sure that, in the case of an crisis, emergency services & contacts will be notified.
3 use buttons or voice command 4 let DIAL do the rest!
CURVA crafting a centrepiece for the modern kitchen‌ 02
Kitchenware storage is boring. Research shows that most young first time tenants want charm, style & personality injected into their small flats. CURVA highlights the rich, organic character of its raw materials to create a contemporary centrepiece that's both solid & sleek.
Influenced by design ranges from Alessi & Joseph Joseph, this fixture is designed to create charm from the 'mundane' aspects of home life. As such, common kitchenware storage becomes a source of inspiration & style.
Thick, solid stone pots glamourise organic textures, contrasted by the brushed metals' vibrant, shiny finish.
laster cut/bent sheets
sculpted forms
thick, solid stone
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expanding a brand through future forecasting... 03
Cycling is set to become an essential mode of transportation across urban centres in the next 10 years. How can Rapha harness urban bike share systems in 10 years time to coax new Gen-Z cyclists into their community?
Gen-Z value wellness & sustainability. Cycling is likely to be their preferred method of urban travel. 1.
Future cities will embrace cycling over cars as a primary mode of transportation. 2.
Bike sharing demos the benefits of cycling to those who usually drive or walk, allowing them to 'test the waters'. 3.
Sahre is an upmarket dockless bike share frame aimed to demonstrate the exiting benefits of cycling as a mode of transportation & sport, fostering a new Gen-Z community of cyclists.
With a striking one-piece composite frame, Rapha Share gives commuters an unforgettable first cycling experience that reflects Rapha's brand vision. Every part is hidden inside the frame, making Share impervious to vandalism & theft.
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living constructing a stylish, versatile living space no larger than 15 sqm... 04
Prime central London is seeing the rise of the 'micro-apartment'. Research suggests that, due to squeezed budgets, location & convenience are prioritised over size. 'Micro living' is a flat that appeals to young professionals wishing to entertain whilst incorporating all basic housing requirements.
Tom Mid 20's Young Professional, Start of Career Enjoys City Life, Outgoing & Social Shops at Urban Outfitters / MADE / Rough Trade
An intelligent convertible space designed for different living situations, primarily group entertaining, daytime living & nighttime living. A portable island hub acts as a kitchen during the day, fridge/drinks stand in the evening & a central table when hosting. A sliding wall hides the bed to create a stylish space for hosting.
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NDA shortlisted live project
Project currently being presented to the UK Market by Nestle. For this reason, specific details cannot legally be disclosed. Leader of a small group in a market research and insight led project. Focus on user habits & innovative/untapped market solutions.
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of the 20 parents asked claimed their child's sleep suffered directly because of school stress
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sleep mate
school stress is harming children’s sleep... 06
Research shows stress from school is the top cause of kids sleep issues. Research also shows sticking to healthy routines & habits at home can minimise these effects. So, how can you make kids want to to pick up habits beneficial to their sleep? We need to make healthy routines engaging, rewarding and fun.
"how have sleep issues affected your child's daily life?"
41%
37%
20%
2%
tired in the day
bad moods
lack of focus
poor health
Gamification is the application of game elements in non-game environments to encourage engagement. How do you design a product around manipulating proven game elements (designed to stimulate children) to actually encourage healthy behaviour?
rough ideation sketches
This led to Sleepmate, a smart band worn daily by children. It’s simple; a friendly face reminds you of parent-set activities to complete, whilst long & short term rewards are given for staying on time.
you're on track
next activity coming
you're on time!
you're late!
‘Traffic lights’ & vibration signify change in state. ‘Points’ provide instant reward, ‘levels’ visualise long term achievement. ‘Level-ups’ rewarded by extended fun activities. Button is pressed when task is complete (with parent supervision)
The screen uses an e-ink screen to eliminate eye-strain
A soft thermoplastic body & vibrant colours keep the case robust & playful
Magnets inside the rubber band allow device to easily snap closed around wrist
<computer> building STEM toys for wilko's current BLOX range... 07
Coding, digital & computer-based skills are more important for kids to learn than ever before. So, why not learn about computers by literally building one? Using Wilkoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s BLOX range, a basic computer has been designed to resemble a BLOX set. Building is easy yet rewarding as the user is told the importance of every major component.
the brief - "to design innovative BLOX concepts that work with our existing BLOX brick..." what are BLOX? "Wilko's own brand construction range - it is compatible with the leading brands."
power pack/lid
component blocks
concealed circuit board
outer casing
base plate
The computer has been designed to be familiar & comforting - mimicking traditional BLOX colours & forms to remove all intimidation or complication for the user. Simple icons visually convey which component is which. All electronics are safely & securely hidden inside the plastic blocks. Assembling a computer is literally as easy as putting BLOX together.
1. build the base plate & outer walls
3. add the correct components to circuit 2. insert the circuitboard at the correct orientation
4. attach power pack/lid (cuts electricity when lifted)
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website design & branding
Before starting university I spent over a year creating websites. This meant learning the fundamentals of UI, UX, branding & illustration. Below are a selection of some of my strongest creations...
high end, personal brand, lifestyle
small business, emotion
bold, factual, eye-catching