Nicholas Tavladorakis

About

I`m an industrial designer looking to network with others in the field. Areas of interest include furniture, IT appliances, user interfaces and ergonomics, among others. I`m also a firm believer in the "form follows function" school of thought. Currently running a small batch production of small form factor computers and looking forward to working with manufacturers who would like to adopt my designs.

Resume

EDUCATION
Sept. 2002 – May 2004 AKTO Institute, Athens, Greece
Degree in Industrial Product Design
Graduation: May 2004
Sept. 1998 – May 2000 University of Plymouth, Plymouth, UK

WORK EXPERIENCE
Feb 2006 – Dec 2007 L’Oreal Hellas – Luxury Products Division
Industrial Designer & Merchandising implementations
• Design of merchandising furniture in the local distribution of luxury cosmetics
• Create an eye catching result, effectively conveying the brand’s identity
• Provide a good working environment for the beauty advisors
• Present the various product families in a coherent way
• Assess the needs and opportunities per point of sale
• Define the furniture specification
• Cost management

Feb 2008 – Today Polygono ATE, Algorithmos ATE
Associate
• Interior design and ergonomics
• Photorealistic visualization of interior spaces

Apr. 2008 – Today Development and manufacturing of small form factor computers
• Designed from scratch aiming at the smallest size possible
• Effort put in minimizing power consumption and noise levels
• Running a small batch production with the help of my associates

LANGUAGES
Greek (native), English (excellent), Spanish and French

SKILLS
• Ability to independently research and develop a design project
• Sensitivity in aesthetics, ergonomics and efficiency
• Understanding of various manufacturing methods
• Experience in merchandising and categorization practices.
• Excellent skills in: 3D Studio, AutoCAD, Photoshop and Indesign
• Adept in MS Office/Open Office

MILITARY OBLIGATION
Sept. 2000 – Mar. 2002 Fulfilled

Location

Athens, Greece

Specialties

  • Industrial Design
  • Point of Purchase
  • 3-D Modeling

Experience

4 years

Education

AKTO Art&Design