Designed by Monash University and Volgren
Volgren wanted a to mark their transition to battery-electric buses through a new visual language that was consistent with their existing brand identity, yet also distinctive enough to make people notice the change. They contacted us at the Monash Mobility Design Lab to assist them with the research and design.
Through this project, we helped to establish a new visual language for the next generation of Volgren battery-electric buses through the design of new body panels and paint graphics. As Australia’s biggest bus builder, Volgren manufacture the majority of public transport buses on our roads, which are designed for a lifespan of at least 20 years. With the upcoming transition over to EV buses in Australia, the visual language that has been developed through this project will soon become a prevalent and lasting visual element within Australia’s suburban and city landscapes.
I was the Chief Investigator / Designer on this project. My role was supported by Dr Robbie Napper in a co-leadership role and Adrian McCarney as the Industrial Designer and CAD Modeller.
Images courtesy of Monash University and Volgren
Developed by Mobility Design Lab, Monash University
This work was created in collaboration with the Monash Business School as part of a multi-disciplinary research project. It aimed to understand how emerging electric drive technologies could alter Australian transport and energy business channels and future economic eco systems.
My role on this project was to develop a CoDesign toolkit based on existing market knowledge gather through a literature review . We were then able to facilitate a series of generative workshops, where industry members were able to CoDesign a range of future business models for new development, value flows and potential future partnerships.
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Developed by Mobility Design Lab, Monash University
This work was created as part of a multi-disciplinary research project at Monash University that aimed to understand how emerging electric drive and information technologies could facilitate a positive shift towards sustainable future public transport.
It was understood early on in the project that this shift would have to involve transport services that were not only feasible and profitable, but also enjoyable and desirable by improving passenger service experience.
My role on this project was to develop a CoDesign toolkit based on existing quantitative public transport survey data. We were then able to facilitate a series of generative workshops, where public transport passengers were able to co-develop a range of suggestions for service and design interventions by engaging with the toolkit and each other.
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Designed by Studio Batch
These commercially sold pendant lights examined the possibility of rapid prototyping and hand finishing as a production method.
Grasshopper scripting software was used to generate a series of diagonal-grid patterns. The lack of tooling created an opportunity to constantly vary patterns without additional production. Numerous variations allowed the lights to be individual while existing as a series—each simultaneously similar and different. Once printed in Nylon plastic, each was hand-dyed through a similar process used for textiles. Varying Gradients augmented digital outcomes, further enhancing individuality and expanding possibility for variation.
These were Studio Batch's first commercial outcome that successfully combined digital- and hand-craft techniques. They was selected Winner: Best Lighting Product, VIVID Design Awards 2014.
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Designed by Studio Batch
All-sorts jewellery pays a visual homage to liquorice candy bearing the same name, which many would remember from their childhoods. Carefully peeling the layers apart and regrouping them or simply enjoying each flavour separately was an extremely satisfying way to consume these small confectionaries. It is exactly this playfulness and sense of adjustability that these rings and pendent necklaces attempt to embody.
The range consists of four different forms resembling letters V, I, U, W. Each piece may be worn individually or stacked together in various combinations based on the wearers preference and mood.
A further exploration into the potential for combining digital fabrication and hand finishing in a commercial product outcome, the pieces are SLS 3D printed in either stainless steel or nylon plastic. Metal pieces are hand polished in specific areas creating smooth shiny surfaces to contrast the naturally rough printed texture, while nylon pieces are hand-dyed to achieve a deep and rich black finish. Necklaces are finished with a sterling silver chain.
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Designed by Studio Batch
Diagrid Bowl was created through an exploration of the relationship between new digital fabrication processes and traditional hand-craft techniques.
Combining resin casting with 3D printing provided opportunity to enhance design features, such as colour, texture, pattern and finish that were unattainable through 3D printing or hand-craft alone.
The outcome was a hand-cast resin interpretation of a 3D printed bowl. A textured exterior remained untouched, reflecting print layers associated with additive manufacturing. While the interior was hand polished to emphasise a contrast between human and machine finish.
This project is part of a continuing exploration into human and machine intervention during the design process.
Images courtesy of Studio Batch
Designed by Monash University for Volgren
A redesign of Volgren’s route bus through the consideration of passenger needs, assembly procedures and application of mass customisation principles. Key project goals were to reduce vehicle production time and enhance passenger perception. By documenting Volgren’s complex requirements and analysing assembly line procedures, the design solution successfully reduced vehicle production and maintenance time. Considering interior environment, including material choices and lighting updated passenger accommodation to travel experience.
My key contributions were providing design and styling direction for the vehicle's interior and surface modelling using Alias Automotive software for the vehicle's exterior.
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Designed by Studio Batch
An exploration into the potential for 3D printed stainless steel. A key goal was to test functionality of printed steel against tools made from traditional steel processes. Further to this, we wanted to explore any possible advantages that could be achieved when employing additive manufacturing over traditional methods.
All non-critical volume was removed, leaving only a delicate hatchet outline. Remaining material was sculpted as a V-section to remove further volume and enhance strength. The cutting surface was polished and sharpened, while the body remained untouched to preserve the material grain — a by-product of the printing process.
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Designed by Studio Batch for Pilarian
The Raspberry Pi board is a low-cost computer that has the ability to become a great number of devices, from providing a platform for programming to creating a home media centre. We were asked by Pilarian to design a case for the Raspberry Pi board, which could be produced using 3D printing.
The design outcome was created digitally using sculpting and scripting software and was printed in Nylon plastic, which allowed it to remain delicate yet strong.
The form language was a result of numerous constraints and requirements, including the reduction of material volume, flexibility of function and distribution of heat. Numerous ports and connections also had to be considered, allowing for adaptability to future generations of Pi boards.
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Designed by Studio Periscope for Blueant
A wireless Bluetooth streamer designed to clip onto clothing without moving hinges.
This design was selected as the winner of Design Award: Consumer Electronics, Australian International Design Awards.
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Designed by Studio Periscope for FromWoopWoop
The Traveller is a post-safe wine gift packaging that was designed and producedby Studio Periscope through the support of a City of Melbourne Small Business Grant.
Combining innovative form and function resulted in a product that is both design registered and innovation patented. The hexagon form is structurally strong, easy to handle and creates visually striking displays. Constructed from a single piece of fluted cardboard, The Traveller fulfils a complex set of functional requirements simply through folding and tabbing.
The Traveller is compact, flat-packed for bulk delivery and produced from recycled board, using a minimum 95% post-consumer waste.
Text from http://studioperiscope.com/
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Designed by Studio Periscope for Blueant
A wireless Bluetooth earpiece designed to be dust, wind and shock resistant. It features simple navigation and large rubberised buttons that are integrated into the main body.
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Designed by Studio Periscope for Blueant
A wireless Bluetooth earpiece designed to be easily reversible from right to left.
This design was selected as a Finalist: Consumer Electronics, Australian International Design Awards.
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Design by General Motors, Holden.
All interior renders by Pierre D'Cruz.
A seven-seater concept car for the Volt product line.
As part of Holden’s Cooperative Student Program, I contributed to the surface modelling of the MPV5’s interior including seating, instrument panel and rear storage area using Alias Automotive software.
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Design by General Motors, Holden
A seven-seater concept car for the Chevrolet market in Asia-Pacific region. This design was later developed are a production vehicle.
As part of Holden’s Cooperative Student Program, I contributed to the surface modelling of the MPV5’s interior including seating, instrument panel, centre console and rear storage area using Alias Automotive software.
Images courtesy of General Motors
