Fleur : Necklace & Earrings for a Cocktail evening - This concept is derived from a string of flowers that are randomly arranged in a very natural, over-lapping fashion. The set consisting of the Fleur neckpiece and earrings that are contemporary & elegant and fit for a fashionable cocktail party. The sparkling Swarovski crystals in the centre of each flower shine with brilliance and grace. The drop shaped pendants create a delicate fringe and enhance the overall look of the neckpiece and the earrings.
Swarovski Highlights:Jewelry for a Cocktail evening - This is a neckpiece made from Swarovski pendants strewn in multiple silver chains. These are worn over a silk or satin scarf and can be attached to the scarf at any desired location – thus giving the user various different options. Independent crystals can also be fixed at desired locations, thus complimenting the contemporary look. Thus the concept combines beautiful sparklers with the quintessential neck scarf which is a dominant fashion accessory.
Elliptical Torch - This is a rechargeable, pocket sized torch. The elliptical form offers a good grip-further enhanced by the crescent shaped features on the sides. The symmetrical profiles on the reflector & pin sides, help the user to retain the cap on the torch itself, while it is getting charged,thus preventing it from getting misplaced.
CarryEasy - Carrying a fully laden grocery bag can be quite cumbersome and can make your hands sore.CarryEasy is a small sleeve that is to be held below the bag handle. It has a U- shaped form, made of PVC of sufficient thickness & flexibility. The perforated design at the base prevents perspiration. It can be easily kept in a purse or jacket. CarryEasy can thus make the overall shopping experience more enjoyable!
Cacti - This is a concept for drying wet hand gloves. 'Cacti' is made up of two main bulbous stems placed on a base. Each main stem has five smaller branches. The branches resemble a hand profile and are arranged to hang a pair of hand gloves. Just like the real cactus plant that requires very little water, the 'Cacti' concept helps to dry the gloves by draining whatever little moisture there is on its surfaces. It thus provides a defined & hygienic place for a useful accessory.
Medium sized torch - This is a concept for a medium sized rechargeable torch. It is a dynamic form which offers good grip while in use & can also be used occasionally as a table top light. The large pushbutton with the light symbol, is functional and user friendly.
Book Worm - Selected among best entries for DesignSpotter -X:FILE design competition,07. This winding book rack is inspired from a worm. It can be placed on the floor or on a table top. The form helps in keeping the books vertical and they can be easily removed. A soft curve along the top profile also suggests the placement of taller books in the centre & shorter books towards the sides, thus adding to the sculptural appeal of the product.
Panasonic Phone - The design is the conceptualization of a new phone category for a shared home environment. The system includes, one base station (Smart caller ID), and individual charger stations with cordless handsets. A detachable headset becomes an innovative feature in each cordless handset (while charging). Color variants were used for the individual charger stations and handsets for users from different age group. The concept was incorporated in multimedia presentation for the parent company.
Panasonic Phone - The design is the conceptualization of a new phone category for a shared home environment. The system includes, one base station (Smart caller ID), and individual charger stations with cordless handsets. A detachable headset becomes an innovative feature in each cordless handset (while charging). Color variants were used for the individual charger stations and handsets for users from different age group. The concept was incorporated in multimedia presentation for the parent company.
Hands Free - ‘Hands Free’ The design aims at making dishwashing an easier & user friendly activity.Hand movement is reduced as one activity of lifting the bottle & pouring the dish wash liquid is eliminated. The user can control the required amount of dish wash liquid that is needed-reducing wastage of dish washing liquid.
Elliptical Torch - This is a rechargeable, pocket sized torch. The elliptical form offers a good grip-further enhanced by the crescent shaped features on the sides. The symmetrical profiles on the reflector & pin sides, help the user to retain the cap on the torch itself, while it is getting charged, thus preventing it from getting misplaced.
CarryEasy - Carrying a fully laden grocery bag can be quite cumbersome andcan make your hands sore.CarryEasy is a small sleeve that is to be held below the bag’s handle. It has a U- shaped form, made of soft foam or rubber of sufficient thickness & flexibility. The perforated design at the base prevents perspiration. It can be easily stored in one's purse or jacket. CarryEasy’ can thus make the overall shopping experience more enjoyable!
Fabrica-Eyewear - Wining entry for OPUS DESIGN AWARD 2002. Design of eye-ware named -'Fabrica' The design is based the concept of integrating the properties of fabric and the practical aspects of eye protection. Opus Design Award 2002
4U-A Baby Carrier concept - 4U is a concept for a baby carrier. Its form made up of 4 U shapes - thus the name, in addition to its use 'for' the baby. Its form fits well onto the mothers body and protects the baby.It is versatile in its use- it can be used as a gentle rocker too.
4U-A Baby Carrier concept - 4U is a concept for a baby carrier. Its form made up of 4 U shapes - thus the name, in addition to its use 'for' the baby. Its form fits well onto the mothers body and protects the baby.It is versatile in its use- it can be used as a gentle rocker too.
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Suparna Dapke
Senior Design Manager / Senior Product Designer Banglore/, India