http://www.michael-paterson.com Michael Paterson - Industrial Designer Sat, 19 May 2012 06:51:10 +0000 http://www.michael-paterson.com en http://www.michael-paterson.com/TROPHY-CONCEPT http://www.michael-paterson.com/following/michael-paterson.com/TROPHY-CONCEPT Sat, 19 May 2012 06:51:10 +0000 Michael Paterson - Industrial Designer 1540120 CREATIVE WELLINGTON TROPHY This prototype trophy was designed and built for the 2003 “Absolutely Creatively Wellington Awards” - Interpreting aspects of creativity and ingenuity. The brief was to construct a trophy which reflected the creativity and ingenuity of the recipient and which could be manufactured locally. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1540120/tumblr_lli610QaPX1qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="394" width_o="500" height_o="394" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1540120/tumblr_lli610QaPX1qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7931883" border="0" align="left"/> The design motivation of the trophy related to “ A revelation of hidden creativity”. Creative ability as an aspect of thought is often hidden or suppressed, a persons creative talent is sometimes never realized. The creative thought process is not tangible, it is hidden in a generic shell - the human body. To release it takes certain manipulations. The design of the trophy represents this. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1540120/trophy 1 low.jpg" width="500" height="375" width_o="500" height_o="375" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1540120/trophy 1 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19025487" border="0" align="left"/> CAD sketch <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1540120/trophy 2 low.JPG" width="500" height="375" width_o="500" height_o="375" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1540120/trophy 2 low_o.JPG" data-mid="19025489" border="0" align="left"/> I hand turned the body on the lathe from aluminum and sprayed it high gloss white, the trophy is weighty, cold and stark. There is no creative identity other than its form. The trophy then twists open (the manipulation) revealing the grain of the raw machined material and an intricate laser etched poem on a highly polished lens to read it. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1540120/tumblr_lli5y3AIEo1qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="382" width_o="500" height_o="382" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1540120/tumblr_lli5y3AIEo1qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7931876" border="0" align="left"/> The trophy relates back to Wellington city as the creative capital through the inscribed poetry of Wellington born author, Mark Pirie. The design achieved third prize in the Absolutely Creatively Wellington design competition. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1540120/trophy 3 low.jpg" width="500" height="375" width_o="500" height_o="375" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1540120/trophy 3 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19025491" border="0" align="left"/> CREATIVE WELLINGTON TROPHY This prototype trophy was designed and built for the 2003 “Absolutely Creatively Wellington Awards” - Interpreting aspects of... http://www.michael-paterson.com/SHOQBOX http://www.michael-paterson.com/following/michael-paterson.com/SHOQBOX Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:37:34 +0000 Michael Paterson - Industrial Designer 2781918 PORTABLE BLUETOOTH SPEAKER RANGE Available at the Apple store here Shoqbox is a range of 3 robust portable wireless speakers that are compatible with Apple iOS products. They stream audio via Bluetooth, have 8W of total output power and a built-in rechargeable battery with 8 hours of runtime. I was lead product designer for this project. <img src="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 1 low.jpg" width="500" height="683" width_o="500" height_o="683" src_o="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 1 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19024806" border="0" align="left"/> The shock & splash proof ACTIVE model with TPU rubber skin, Solid CNC machined aluminium volume dial. Connects to any bluetooth compatible smartphone or tablet. <img src="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 2 low.png" width="500" height="312" width_o="500" height_o="312" src_o="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 2 low_o.png" data-mid="19024816" border="0" align="left"/> Custom carabiner allows you to fasten it on the go or hang it anywhere. <img src="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 3 low.png" width="500" height="390" width_o="500" height_o="390" src_o="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 3 low_o.png" data-mid="19024826" border="0" align="left"/> Splash resistant <img src="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 4 low.png" width="500" height="392" width_o="500" height_o="392" src_o="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 4 low_o.png" data-mid="19024830" border="0" align="left"/> Neodynium speaker drivers and passive woofers. Designed to be lifeproof. <img src="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 5 low.png" width="500" height="443" width_o="500" height_o="443" src_o="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 5 low_o.png" data-mid="19024837" border="0" align="left"/> Stand it up for embracing sound. Lie it flat for personal sound. <img src="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 6 low.jpeg" width="500" height="332" width_o="500" height_o="332" src_o="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 6 low_o.jpeg" data-mid="19024838" border="0" align="left"/> The sound is fantastic even outdoors. <img src="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 7 low.png" width="500" height="252" width_o="500" height_o="252" src_o="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 7 low_o.png" data-mid="19024840" border="0" align="left"/> Pack showing alternative color versions, the packs were designed by the Art Director for this project Lauren Tan. <img src="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 8 low.jpg" width="500" height="743" width_o="500" height_o="743" src_o="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 8 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19024845" border="0" align="left"/> The Premium PRECISION model, full metal construction, Solid Aluminium HiFi style volume dial. Expanded mesh speaker grille, engraved graphics. <img src="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 9 low.jpg" width="500" height="827" width_o="500" height_o="827" src_o="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 9 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19024849" border="0" align="left"/> Smart UI - gesture controls for volume and track shuffle <img src="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 10 low.jpg" width="500" height="720" width_o="500" height_o="720" src_o="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 10 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19024851" border="0" align="left"/> Two speakers can be paired for true stereo sound. <img src="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 11 low.jpg" width="500" height="916" width_o="500" height_o="916" src_o="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 11 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19024852" border="0" align="left"/> <img src="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 12 low.jpg" width="500" height="665" width_o="500" height_o="665" src_o="http://payload24.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/2781918/shoqbox 12 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19024854" border="0" align="left"/> PORTABLE BLUETOOTH SPEAKER RANGE Available at the Apple store here Shoqbox is a range of 3 robust portable wireless speakers that are compatible with Apple iOS... http://www.michael-paterson.com/ANDROID-TABLETS http://www.michael-paterson.com/following/michael-paterson.com/ANDROID-TABLETS Mon, 09 Jan 2012 11:04:47 +0000 Michael Paterson - Industrial Designer 1612483 PHILIPS TABLETS RANGE Designed specifically for Chinese users the range consists of a premium 8 inch tablet and two variations of an affordable 7 inch offering running Android 4.0 (ICS) on MIPS processors, these are the first Google certified tablets running on MIPS. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 1 low.png" width="500" height="242" width_o="500" height_o="242" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 1 low_o.png" data-mid="19024958" border="0" align="left"/> My role is lead product designer for this range and I work closely with all aspects of the development process together with hardware and software engineers and UI designers in the Philips Design team. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 2 low.jpg" width="500" height="308" width_o="500" height_o="308" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 2 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19024961" border="0" align="left"/> TABLET 8 The first tablet by Philips designed for Android's tablet OS Honeycomb. We set out to create the ultimate media tablet. To provide best in class movie, music and gaming experiences. The design of the product is based around an intelligent four speaker system with finely tuned acoustics which adjust depending on how the tablet is held - producing far and away the best audio experience currently available in the tablet market. Featured on Engadget China <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 3 low.png" width="500" height="395" width_o="500" height_o="395" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 3 low_o.png" data-mid="19024962" border="0" align="left"/> Four electroformed microhole speaker grilles <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 4 low.png" width="500" height="356" width_o="500" height_o="356" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 4 low_o.png" data-mid="19024970" border="0" align="left"/> An 8 inch HD glass screen is surrounded by 4 precision tuned speakers. The brushed stainless steel casing is durable and adds rigidity to the build. Matte black colorway pictured. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 5 low.JPG" width="500" height="330" width_o="500" height_o="330" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 5 low_o.JPG" data-mid="19024977" border="0" align="left"/> Brushed stainless steel backhousing with laser etched graphics <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 6 low.jpg" width="500" height="333" width_o="500" height_o="333" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 6 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19024978" border="0" align="left"/> The tablet includes high end video and graphics processing - the same QDEO chipset found in Philips high end BluRay players facilitates the best full HD output of content to any HD TV. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 7 low.JPG" width="500" height="287" width_o="500" height_o="287" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 7 low_o.JPG" data-mid="19024980" border="0" align="left"/> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 8 low.jpg" width="500" height="166" width_o="500" height_o="166" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1612483/tablet 8 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19024981" border="0" align="left"/> Tapered edge profile for comfort. PHILIPS TABLETS RANGE Designed specifically for Chinese users the range consists of a premium 8 inch tablet and two variations of an affordable 7 inch offering... http://www.michael-paterson.com/PUBLIC-TOILET-CONCEPT http://www.michael-paterson.com/following/michael-paterson.com/PUBLIC-TOILET-CONCEPT Sat, 04 Jun 2011 22:54:38 +0000 Michael Paterson - Industrial Designer 1510550 PUBLIC TOILET CONCEPT This public toilet design was part of a conceptual project for Methven tapware. The concept addresses the hygiene issues surrounding public toilets by combining the Eastern “squat” toilet with the Western style toilets we are used to in New Zealand. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1510550/tumblr_lledfhsnMw1qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="502" width_o="500" height_o="502" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1510550/tumblr_lledfhsnMw1qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7380054" border="0" align="left"/> The form of the toilet is radically different, allowing the user to sit, while completely removing the toilet seat and the negative connotations surrounding it. “Through a radical change in the ergonomic understanding of how a toilet is used, a different social understanding of the toilet is gained”. The model in the image above was made using rapid prototyping and finished by hand. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1510550/tumblr_lli651gthj1qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="355" width_o="500" height_o="355" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1510550/tumblr_lli651gthj1qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7380062" border="0" align="left"/> Seating position. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1510550/tumblr_llecsk0NX71qzha5t.png" width="500" height="365" width_o="500" height_o="365" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1510550/tumblr_llecsk0NX71qzha5t_o.png" data-mid="7530421" border="0" align="left"/> Sketching and 1:1 ergonomic test rig. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1510550/tumblr_llpl76VgOp1qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="382" width_o="500" height_o="382" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1510550/tumblr_llpl76VgOp1qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7530496" border="0" align="left"/> Photograph of scale model. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1510550/tumblr_lledi3bYnD1qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="375" width_o="500" height_o="375" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1510550/tumblr_lledi3bYnD1qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7530422" border="0" align="left"/> Matching Male & Female urinals were also designed as part of the system. PUBLIC TOILET CONCEPT This public toilet design was part of a conceptual project for Methven tapware. The concept addresses the hygiene issues surrounding public... http://www.michael-paterson.com/THESIS-PROCESS http://www.michael-paterson.com/following/michael-paterson.com/THESIS-PROCESS Sat, 28 May 2011 09:36:54 +0000 Michael Paterson - Industrial Designer 1511484 THESIS BOOK + PROCESS DOCUMENTATION Please have a browse of my thesis book by clicking on the open book below. If you want to read more in depth I would suggest to print it out as the layout is designed for physical media. - Requires flash - THESIS BOOK + PROCESS DOCUMENTATION Please have a browse of my thesis book by clicking on the open book below. If you want to read more in depth I would suggest to... http://www.michael-paterson.com/URBAN-LIGHTING-CONCEPT http://www.michael-paterson.com/following/michael-paterson.com/URBAN-LIGHTING-CONCEPT Sat, 28 May 2011 09:35:16 +0000 Michael Paterson - Industrial Designer 1511474 URBAN LIGHTING CONCEPT - PRODUCT OUTCOME OF DESIGN THESIS This urban lighting product was the physical outcome of my thesis which focused on an important contemporary issue surrounding Urban habitation; the paradox that surveillance is both needed and unwanted. We value security but demand our privacy <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511474/tumblr_lkzvj01F8i1qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="569" width_o="500" height_o="569" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511474/tumblr_lkzvj01F8i1qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7532084" border="0" align="left"/> The project investigates the notion of ‘benevolent’ surveillance, creating an atmosphere of security but one that is non-invasive. The project deliberately addresses the most challenging of testing grounds - public spaces in the urban environment. A series of light fittings creates a feeling of surveillance and safety by using visual cues to replicate the prescence of other people nearby. By day a two way mirror on the surface of the lamp housing alludes to the traditional convex security mirror - amplifying any movement in the environment while allowing the passerby to see themselves and others. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511474/tumblr_lkztfy3Fx61qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="395" width_o="500" height_o="395" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511474/tumblr_lkztfy3Fx61qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7532081" border="0" align="left"/> By night, the spotlight concealed behind the mirror shines through. It remains static until the presence of a passerby is sensed and - using existing technology - the spotlight is triggered to move as if surveying, observing and presiding over the space but without recording information. The theoretical approach to this project allowed the methodology to be expansive in scope ranging from voyueristic video recordings to physical testing of light qualities. Psychological experiments to full scale in-situ test rigs. The design was also fully specified by lighting and structural engineers. The lamps were awarded a Red Dot concept award 2006. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511474/tumblr_lkzthwlj971qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="354" width_o="500" height_o="354" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511474/tumblr_lkzthwlj971qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7532082" border="0" align="left"/> During the day the mirrors reflect the surrounding environment. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511474/tumblr_lkztarCj8i1qzha5t.jpg" width="495" height="700" width_o="495" height_o="700" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511474/tumblr_lkztarCj8i1qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7532159" border="0" align="left"/> By night the gently moving lamps create an implied presence. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511474/DSC_8704.JPG" width="500" height="333" width_o="500" height_o="333" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511474/DSC_8704_o.JPG" data-mid="7532149" border="0" align="left"/> Rapid prototype scale models. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511474/DSC_8708.JPG" width="500" height="332" width_o="500" height_o="332" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511474/DSC_8708_o.JPG" data-mid="7532154" border="0" align="left"/> Hinge detail of scale model. URBAN LIGHTING CONCEPT - PRODUCT OUTCOME OF DESIGN THESIS This urban lighting product was the physical outcome of my thesis which focused on an important... http://www.michael-paterson.com/REMOTE-CONTROLS http://www.michael-paterson.com/following/michael-paterson.com/REMOTE-CONTROLS Sat, 28 May 2011 09:31:45 +0000 Michael Paterson - Industrial Designer 1511466 PHILIPS REMOTE CONTROLS This Remote Control Family from 2008 is based on one design identity with clearly defined visual and tactile qualities. Careful consideration has been given to the balance, feel and form. The design intuitively focuses the user’s attention towards the navigation, converging hardware with software. Winner of iF Award 2008. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511466/rc 1 low.jpg" width="500" height="336" width_o="500" height_o="336" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511466/rc 1 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19025450" border="0" align="left"/> Navigation cluster with scroll wheel. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511466/rc 2 low.jpg" width="500" height="362" width_o="500" height_o="362" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511466/rc 2 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19025453" border="0" align="left"/> The latest range of Remotes I worked on as product design lead was for the Home Cinema range. They are aligned to the Philips TV remotes and build up in finishing and materials to match the appropriate products. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511466/HCS_Diamond_5Series_BLACK_F-erferver2 (1) copy.jpg" width="500" height="401" width_o="500" height_o="401" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511466/HCS_Diamond_5Series_BLACK_F-erferver2 (1) copy_o.jpg" data-mid="7530697" border="0" align="left"/> Close up of navigation cluster showing surfacing designed for accurate 'no look' tactile feedback. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511466/tumblr_lleceidYY01qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="248" width_o="500" height_o="248" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511466/tumblr_lleceidYY01qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7530722" border="0" align="left"/> Premium finishing version with brushed metal keymat. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511466/image006.jpg" width="500" height="293" width_o="500" height_o="293" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511466/image006_o.jpg" data-mid="7531050" border="0" align="left"/> View showing button profiles. PHILIPS REMOTE CONTROLS This Remote Control Family from 2008 is based on one design identity with clearly defined visual and tactile qualities. Careful... http://www.michael-paterson.com/SOUNDBARS http://www.michael-paterson.com/following/michael-paterson.com/SOUNDBARS Sat, 28 May 2011 09:24:37 +0000 Michael Paterson - Industrial Designer 1511455 PHILIPS SOUNDBAR HTS6120 - With DVD Playback 2008: One of the earlier projects I worked on at Philips Design. The second generation of Philips original Ambisound Soundbar. The design utilized the ‘flare’ design identity to match perfectly with a wall-mounted Philips television. Like the previous generation it had a smooth mechanical glass door which slides back automatically to reveal the vertically mounted DVD. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511455/tumblr_lle7c9X2pg1qzha5t (1).jpg" width="500" height="332" width_o="500" height_o="332" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511455/tumblr_lle7c9X2pg1qzha5t (1)_o.jpg" data-mid="7531374" border="0" align="left"/> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511455/jj.jpg" width="500" height="379" width_o="500" height_o="379" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511455/jj_o.jpg" data-mid="7531497" border="0" align="left"/> CSS5123 - TV Bar 2011: This soundbar is the first designed to harmonize with the ever increasing Android ecosystem. The aerofoil design enhances the very thin form factor of the bar and the extruded aluminium finishing matches the build quality and finishing of the new generation of LED televisions. A clever innovation in the design allows the bar to sit flat in front of the TV and use dolby virtual surround to produce an immersive soundstage. If the user has more space they can flip out the built in stand to have the speaker facing directly at them for even better sound performance. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511455/soundbar 1 low.jpg" width="500" height="213" width_o="500" height_o="213" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511455/soundbar 1 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19025359" border="0" align="left"/> This design received a Red Dot award 2012. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511455/soundbar 2 low.jpg" width="500" height="329" width_o="500" height_o="329" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511455/soundbar 2 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19025363" border="0" align="left"/> Aerofoil profile. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511455/soundbar 3 low.jpg" width="500" height="395" width_o="500" height_o="395" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511455/soundbar 3 low_o.jpg" data-mid="19025366" border="0" align="left"/> With the stand open. PHILIPS SOUNDBAR HTS6120 - With DVD Playback 2008: One of the earlier projects I worked on at Philips Design. The second generation of Philips original Ambisound... http://www.michael-paterson.com/X-HALO http://www.michael-paterson.com/following/michael-paterson.com/X-HALO Sat, 28 May 2011 09:21:54 +0000 Michael Paterson - Industrial Designer 1511450 X-HALO EXHALED BREATH THERMOMETER X-halo is a revolutionary new tool that assists in the fight against asthma, its a reusable hand-held device which measures fluctuation in lung temperature allowing asthmatics to predict if an attack is imminent. The aesthetic character and emotional appeal are appropriate for a patient-used, hand-held device. The form is elegantly straightforward, non-threatening and sturdy, combining confidence-building technical authority with just enough playfulness (many asthma patients are young children.) <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511450/tumblr_ll17icxWdy1qzha5t (1).jpg" width="500" height="667" width_o="500" height_o="667" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511450/tumblr_ll17icxWdy1qzha5t (1)_o.jpg" data-mid="7504542" border="0" align="left"/> The research and design for X-halo carried out at Philips Design in Singapore led to superior quality of technical innovation based on solid and substantial front-end design research. Resulting in an elegant user interface, well-conceived interaction design based on human factors and excellent use of multi modal cues to inform the user experience. Usage is made intuitive by colour-shifting LED lighting combined with audible sounds to indicate when to start and finish blowing. My role in this project was as product design lead. X-halo was awarded with the iF product design award 2009 and also won merit at the Singapore Design awards 2009 as well as Design of the Year at the prestigious Presidents Design Award 2009 of Singapore. Finalist - INDEX Awards 2011: Design to Improve Life <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511450/fff.jpg" width="498" height="664" width_o="498" height_o="664" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511450/fff_o.jpg" data-mid="9917645" border="0" align="left"/> Mouth piece removed and valve sealed for portability. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511450/tumblr_llhejuT8zg1qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="323" width_o="500" height_o="323" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511450/tumblr_llhejuT8zg1qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7504558" border="0" align="left"/> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511450/tumblr_ll17nsSRMY1qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="440" width_o="500" height_o="440" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511450/tumblr_ll17nsSRMY1qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7504560" border="0" align="left"/> The mouthpiece lights up green once it is ready to record. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511450/gg.jpg" width="500" height="617" width_o="500" height_o="617" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511450/gg_o.jpg" data-mid="7531196" border="0" align="left"/> A simple and intuitive graphic UI and physical interface. Developed together with the Philips Design UI team. X-halo appeared on The Health Show for BBC, this video features Prof Ted Popov, Senior Scientific Advisor and Jas Gill, Managing Director of Delmedica Investments explaining the concept and future plans for the product. X-HALO EXHALED BREATH THERMOMETER X-halo is a revolutionary new tool that assists in the fight against asthma, its a reusable hand-held device which measures... http://www.michael-paterson.com/PHONE-CONCEPT http://www.michael-paterson.com/following/michael-paterson.com/PHONE-CONCEPT Sat, 28 May 2011 09:18:30 +0000 Michael Paterson - Industrial Designer 1511425 PHONE CONCEPT This conceptual project was an investigation into fluid form. Designed as a luxury household item this cordless phone intends to resemble a piece of contemporary jewellery while retaining its visual links to the traditional handset as a precedent. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511425/tumblr_lkzseiD21n1qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="500" width_o="500" height_o="500" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511425/tumblr_lkzseiD21n1qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7505026" border="0" align="left"/> The resulting form is futuristic while retaining a sense of nostalgia in its function. Its transparent surface reveals the inherent beauty of the technology within and reminds the user of the link to the intangible virtual information world. The phone has no display, the only buttons are the basic numeric keys running down the spine. All other functions are voice activated. Handwritten or printed text can also be scanned and sent. I cast the final model in resin from a silicone mould, the internal components were imbedded in the mould. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511425/tumblr_lkzsg1cpBr1qzha5t.jpg" width="500" height="330" width_o="500" height_o="330" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511425/tumblr_lkzsg1cpBr1qzha5t_o.jpg" data-mid="7505055" border="0" align="left"/> White form and ergonomic test model handmade and finished from cibatool. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511425/tumblr_llefnsYBAP1qzha5t.png" width="500" height="229" width_o="500" height_o="229" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511425/tumblr_llefnsYBAP1qzha5t_o.png" data-mid="7505063" border="0" align="left"/> Light refraction. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511425/DSC_8919.jpg" width="500" height="497" width_o="500" height_o="497" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/3/116174/1511425/DSC_8919_o.jpg" data-mid="7505280" border="0" align="left"/> PHONE CONCEPT This conceptual project was an investigation into fluid form. Designed as a luxury household item this cordless phone intends to resemble a piece of...