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The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008<br />

Spirit of design, freedom of thought<br />

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/festival


Professor John Vinney PhD BEng (Hons) CEng FIMechE<br />

Dean, School of Design, Engineering & Computing<br />

Welcome to the 16th annual<br />

Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> at BU<br />

Design and innovation lie at the heart<br />

of successful business growth and<br />

wealth creation. The Festival is where<br />

Higher Education meets business and<br />

industry, providing a showcase for our<br />

students’ final year project work.<br />

We are proud of our students’<br />

achievements, and hope that you<br />

too will be impressed by the high<br />

standard of their work and the novelty<br />

of many of the concepts, detailed<br />

designs and simulations. We take<br />

great pride in the quality of project<br />

work and the ability of our students<br />

to employ technology appropriately<br />

and effectively in the design of quality<br />

marketable projects.<br />

Advances in technology, while<br />

bringing about opportunities for<br />

young designers, also provide<br />

challenges; appropriate use of<br />

the technology, respect for the<br />

environment, consideration of the<br />

finite resources, among other issues.<br />

The design projects you will see here<br />

take up this challenge.<br />

We have built our excellent reputation<br />

for design over many years and focus<br />

on what has been described as Total<br />

Design – which embodies market<br />

needs, function and importantly style.<br />

The designs that you will see on<br />

display will reflect this philosophy.<br />

On behalf of our students and staff<br />

I would like to take this opportunity<br />

to thank everyone who has sponsored<br />

and supported our students in their<br />

project work.<br />

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Contents<br />

Design Engineering 5<br />

Computer Aided Product Design 31<br />

Product Design 53<br />

Industrial Design 113<br />

Interior Design 125<br />

Fashion & Textiles 155<br />

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Products available for license<br />

The Centre for Research and Knowledge Transfer provides a<br />

comprehensive support service to Bournemouth University students,<br />

graduates and staff who wish to commercialise their ideas. We have a<br />

track record of successfully bringing products to market and maintain<br />

close links with a number of international businesses who have licence<br />

agreements to manufacture our designs. If you have enjoyed the exhibition<br />

of design projects at this year’s Festival, you may be interested to know<br />

that a number of designs are available for license through our department.<br />

For more information about our current projects visit:<br />

www.bournemouth.ac.uk/s2b/bui or call Geoff Bell,<br />

Commercialisation Manager on 01202 961215<br />

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BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

Foreword<br />

Over four years, the Design Engineering<br />

students develop their flair, creativity and<br />

market perception necessary for the design<br />

of successful products and equipment.<br />

Dr Mehran<br />

Koohgilani<br />

Course Leader<br />

They use the latest solid modelling, rendering and product<br />

simulation tools to model and evaluate their designs,<br />

which are supported by an in-depth understanding of<br />

engineering principles. The students also acquire the<br />

ability to employ modern technologies, such as rapid<br />

prototyping, that reduces both product development time<br />

and cost. The fruits of their hard work is on display for<br />

everyone to see and wonder.<br />

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Francesco Aglietti<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07515 173964<br />

francesco.aglietti@gmail.com<br />

Go-Kart for Tetraplegics<br />

My passion for motorsports keeps me motivated in designing innovative<br />

components for this project, and the experience from my two placement years<br />

has helped me develop my designs. My aim is to pursue a career in motorsport<br />

after my degree.<br />

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Tom Ault<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

079697 36282<br />

t.ault@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Intelligent Indoor Composter<br />

Prior to my degree, I worked as an engineering fitter which secured my interest<br />

in engineering and has enabled me to apply my existing experience to my<br />

academic work. My industrial placement has supplied me with invaluable<br />

experience of working in a design team and has put me in good stead to pursue<br />

a career as a design engineer.<br />

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Alexander Bailey<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07886 735893<br />

alexandernbailey@<br />

googlemail.com<br />

Automated Grease Management System<br />

Working in partnership with industry, my Automated Grease Management<br />

System project has given me the experience required to further my design<br />

career after university. Since an early age I have been driven by design, and my<br />

time at BU has enabled me to gain a comprehensive view of design and how it<br />

affects every part of life.<br />

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Stuart Cole<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07703 725780<br />

stuwhufc@hotmail.com<br />

Portable Baby Pushchair Rocker<br />

For my project, I’ve designed a Portable Baby Pushchair Rocker. This has<br />

enabled me to demonstrate a range of engineering skills. A career as an<br />

engineer is appealing because I find it rewarding to be part of a developing<br />

project. Watching the final solution present itself as a representation of your<br />

hard work and effort is always a triumph!<br />

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Adam Crossley<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07894 272757<br />

Anti Wheelie Device<br />

I have thoroughly enjoyed University life and its social and academic<br />

experiences. The course has taught me a variety of skills and theory, and I<br />

feel practiced at design processes. Upon completion of both my degree and<br />

industrial placement I feel I have gained the confidence and credentials needed<br />

to succeed.<br />

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Simon Dobson<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07740 345070<br />

simon.dobson@icknield.co.uk<br />

Dynamic Mooring Device<br />

Studying at BU has enabled me to gain various skills that will help me<br />

throughout life, not only academic but also personal. My project was inspired<br />

through my continuing interest in sailing where many aspects have room for<br />

improvement. This product will hopefully become beneficial to most if not all<br />

boat owners.<br />

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James Fear<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

jfear1985@hotmail.co.uk<br />

The Once Kettle<br />

I am a young designer about to turn up the temperature on the market with<br />

an innovative new energy-saving kettle. The Once Kettle is the first and only<br />

thermos kettle on the market. Mix its market leading potential with world class<br />

finish, and sales are expected to reach and maintain boiling point!<br />

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Jared Hall<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07976 289660<br />

Jared_j_hall@hotmail.com<br />

HydroHeel Yacht Stability System<br />

During my placement at Princess Motor Yachts I was heavily involved in the<br />

design of engineering components for the V85 Sports Yacht. This valuable<br />

industrial experience has given me a solid grounding in design and I have<br />

sought to build upon this experience with the Hydroheel product. Hydroheel<br />

is designed to shift sea water transversely across a vessel deck. It therefore<br />

enables a yacht stability test to be performed in a faster, safer and more costeffective<br />

manner.<br />

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Christopher Hardie<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07739 748319<br />

chardie29@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Cool Fire – Innovative Flame Effect<br />

I have chosen a career in Design Engineering, as it combines my preferred<br />

disciplines of Art and Science. Driven by my ambition to build a successful<br />

career, I have gained work experience in organisations ranging from an<br />

Architect’s practice to a global steel manufacturer. I believe that this has<br />

prepared me for either a key role in industry or to study for a postgraduate<br />

qualification.<br />

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Andrew Hartnett<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07984 642730<br />

andrewhartnett182@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

Kitchen Thermatap<br />

My product is an energy-efficient, water-saving tap system for the kitchen. It<br />

enables the user to specify what temperature water they require and delivers<br />

it near instantly, eliminating the need to run the tap. I thoroughly enjoyed<br />

my time at BU, both academically and socially. I have come away with a vast<br />

knowledge of design engineering, through both the course and my placement<br />

at Kesslers Int.<br />

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Dean Haslam<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07515 443036<br />

email@deanhaslam.co.uk<br />

Recirculating Shower<br />

My Recirculating Shower design results from wondering how a basic appliance<br />

can be improved, particularly in the context of the environmental challenges<br />

that the engineering industry faces today.<br />

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Tom Manley<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07756 279994<br />

MANLEYONI@aol.co.uk<br />

Alternatively Powered Emergency Locator Beacon<br />

(APELB)<br />

This Alternatively Powered Emergency Locator Beacon is used to assist in both<br />

land and sea rescue. This product uses solar, wave and human power to charge<br />

and support a reachable battery therefore making it a completely sustainable<br />

product. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at BU, gaining a key understanding<br />

in Design Engineering.<br />

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Alex Miller<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07780 9297727<br />

alex_eddie_miller@live.com<br />

Automatic Window Cleaner<br />

I worked for FEA-Solutions in my placement year, where I gained advanced<br />

knowledge of CAD modelling and a wide range of FEA analysis for various<br />

product designs. The past four years at BU have been brilliant and I fully<br />

recommend the University to anyone. The technical skills I’ve learnt on my<br />

course will certainly benefit me in years to come.<br />

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Oliver Mitchell<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07738229114<br />

manic2@hotmail.com<br />

Gmax Chord Master<br />

I have learnt a lot during my time at BU, and have had the opportunity to<br />

improve my skills in many areas. The Gmax Chord Master is a teaching aid for<br />

guitarists. It uses ultrasonic ranging to detect chords being played. I chose this<br />

particular project as I have a huge interest in music and wanted to bring this to<br />

the course.<br />

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Thomas Morley<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07984 212087<br />

tommy_morley@<br />

hotmail.co.uk<br />

Temperature Controlled Induction Kit<br />

My product electronically controls the intake air temperature entering an<br />

automotive engine. It can increase engine performance or increase fuel<br />

economy. The design improves airflow and reduces heat transfer. From my<br />

time at BU, I’ve broadened my skills and overcome many challenges. I feel the<br />

course has set me on the right path to a successful engineering career.<br />

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Nick Pepper<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07811 327923<br />

nick_pepper19@hotmail.com<br />

Recumbent E-bike Conversion Kit<br />

My Conversion Kit has been designed to exceed current electric bicycle<br />

performance by capturing kinetic energy through freewheeling and<br />

regenerative braking, making it a more practical transport solution. After<br />

graduation I hope to begin a career in aviation and I strongly believe that the<br />

wide range of skills I have learned on the course will aid me greatly in my<br />

chosen profession.<br />

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Tim Pollock<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07811 522566<br />

e-mail-tim.pollock@<br />

amsafe.com<br />

The Manual Release Cargo Hook<br />

This project is designed to replace an existing hook system on the V22 Osprey.<br />

The device works by taking a tensile pull on a steel cable. This shifts a release<br />

sleeve and allows a set of load bearing claws to pivot about a pin releasing the<br />

load. The hook has a SWL of 11.3t with a safety factor of 4.3:1.<br />

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Talvinder-Singh Rai<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07824 554718<br />

talvinderrai@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Moisture Sensitive Sprinkler<br />

For my final year project I have decided to design a moisture sensitive water<br />

sprinkler, which will have a main aim to conserve water, while still maintaining<br />

an ideal soil moisture level. I’ve found this final year project has helped me to<br />

challenge myself in the aspects of electrical and mechanical systems design.<br />

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Paul J Rushton<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07866 485722<br />

paul.rushton@orange.net<br />

Hydro-Gen<br />

University life has been one of the most challenging and enjoyable paths<br />

during my career. I have great enthusiasm for progress where possible. To add<br />

design engineering to my skill base, which includes; automotive and marine<br />

engineering surveying, also plant and production machinery maintenance,<br />

is going to be an asset for my career development. I anticipate employment<br />

within various disciplines of the engineering industry.<br />

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Liam Salmon<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07725 578905<br />

liamsalmon@btinternet.com<br />

Energy Reclamation System<br />

I’m a driven, blue-skies-thinking sort of person. I have a lot of enthusiasm for<br />

the engineering industry and have learnt a great deal at BU. My project is a<br />

Proof of Concept for an Energy Reclamation System, using Thermal Expansion<br />

and Piezoelectrics. For my placement I was a Project Engineer, developing<br />

machines for Biodeisel Production.<br />

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George W Ship<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07877 159596<br />

georgewship@hotmail.com<br />

Micro-Hydro Trash Rack Cleaner<br />

My interest in mechanical design began in childhood and I have enjoyed my<br />

opportunity to study this demanding and fascinating subject at university. My<br />

experiences here and working on projects in hydropower consultancy have<br />

enabled me to develop my skills and share new adventurous ideas with experts<br />

in this field. I look forward with confidence to pursuing a challenging and<br />

enjoyable career.<br />

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Jonathan Twiggs<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07946 524206<br />

jonathan_twiggs@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

Easi Wrench<br />

I’ve gained a lot from my time at BU, both personally and academically. On<br />

my placement at MERU, a charity which designs and manufactures bespoke<br />

products to improve the life of children with severe disabilities, I was able to<br />

further develop my skills in design and manufacture, while having a fantastic<br />

experience combined with great job satisfaction.<br />

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Matthew Vansittart<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07866 672421<br />

mattvan72@hotmail.com<br />

The Sustainable Bicycle Light<br />

The Sustainable Bicycle Light incorporates two solar cells and combats<br />

all problems associated with existing bicycle lighting, while remaining<br />

competitively priced and producing minimal environmental impact. My<br />

placement provided an opportunity to implement the theoretical knowledge<br />

I gained during my degree and practical experience gained during my<br />

apprenticeship.<br />

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Michael Westlake<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

07894 231871<br />

Kashpank@hotmail.com<br />

Solar Cell Printer Cassette Feed<br />

My passion for design led me to university, giving me many valuable skills.<br />

My placement year at DEK gave industrial experience of mechanical design,<br />

creating a hunger to get into the work place. The Solar Cell Printer Cassette<br />

Feed project gave me the chance to show my skills in modular design at the<br />

leading edge of solar cell printing equipment.<br />

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Adam Wright<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Design Engineering<br />

wrighta@<br />

bournemouth.ac.uk<br />

BodyTech Electro-Magnetic Bench Press<br />

My product utilises the properties of electromagnets to provide the resistance<br />

required for the bench press. I decided to study here while working for BU<br />

as an Electronics Technician, to enable me to further develop my skills as an<br />

engineer. My degree, combined with my electronics qualifications, has given<br />

me the knowledge to continue a successful career in engineering.<br />

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BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

The items on display at this year’s show<br />

demonstrate the broad range of skills and<br />

expertise that Computer Aided Product<br />

Design students develop during their fouryear<br />

sandwich degree course.<br />

Tim Reynolds<br />

Course Leader<br />

Using the latest computer tools to design and simulate<br />

entire products within a virtual environment, the students<br />

are able to establish optimised design solutions much<br />

earlier in the product development cycle. This approach<br />

provides many commercial benefits including reduced<br />

development costs and reduced time-to-market.<br />

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Samantha Akers<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07812 751116<br />

sam.akers@ntlworld.com<br />

The Kapper<br />

The Kapper is a handheld device which aids medical laboratory workers in the<br />

process of sealing test tubes after analysis. The device helps reduce workrelated<br />

injuries caused by exertion and repetition, and decrease the time taken<br />

by the manual process. The experiences I have gained at BU and during my<br />

placement at Kesslers International in London have helped me develop into a<br />

well-rounded designer and furthered my passion for design.<br />

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Jonathan Allen<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07787 685957<br />

jonathanjallen@hotmail.co.uk<br />

United Brushing<br />

When travelling for business or pleasure, people often forget to take toiletries<br />

with them. United Brushing brings the convenience of an electric toothbrush<br />

and toothpaste together. The watertight design enables the user to apply<br />

toothpaste from the lid and after use store comfortably anywhere from your<br />

pocket to your laptop case. I’ve treasured the experiences and knowledge<br />

gained over the three years at BU and on industrial placement at Dyson Ltd. I<br />

can now pursue this into an exciting career in design.<br />

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William Andrews<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

woca@hotmail.co.uk<br />

www.visteon.com<br />

Fournos Shelving<br />

The Fournos Shelving system provides fully automatic shelf positioning for<br />

whatever you happen to be cooking. Sturdy, strong and fully extendable, it’s<br />

now easier and safer to remove and place items into an oven. Three years<br />

at BU and a full-time placement based at Visteon, France has given me a<br />

strong ability for conceptual knowledge, sound methodology and a structured<br />

approach to product design.<br />

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John Armitt<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07745 146893<br />

j_armitt@hotmail.com<br />

Children’s Water Cooler<br />

My product, a water cooler for children, is designed to encourage and promote<br />

the use of drinking healthy filtered water, and tackle the issue of unhealthy<br />

young children. After completing an 18-month placement as a design engineer<br />

at Brownell Ltd in London, I gained the experience necessary to develop and<br />

enhance my design skills. I have enjoyed my time at BU and look forward to<br />

realising my ambitions and pursuing a career within the design industry.<br />

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Steven Burgess<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07759 038580<br />

s.j.burgess@hotmail.com<br />

Ventus Turbine<br />

The Ventus Turbine is a new era in portable, personal power generation. Fully<br />

breaking down to fit into a car boot, Ventus Turbine charges 12v batteries from<br />

wind power allowing the user to power a whole range of appliances. My time<br />

here at BU has been an exceptionally rewarding experience. The three years<br />

at university, together with my placement at Visteon UK, has supplied me with<br />

the necessary knowledge and conviction to continue my career as a designer.<br />

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Nick Cambell<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07881 376366<br />

nick_cambell999@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

The Console Caddy<br />

The Console Caddy is an accessory storage unit aimed at the home<br />

entertainment industry. CDs and DVDs have become integrated in many<br />

aspects of personal enjoyment, and maintenance of such media is an area that<br />

has seen little development to present – until now. My experiences while at BU<br />

have helped me to realise my potential and learn the valued skills needed to be<br />

a top-tier designer.<br />

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Michael Conroy<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07828 678389<br />

Mikec1985@hotmail.com<br />

Self Propelled Rising Wheelchair<br />

The Self Propelled Rising Wheelchair is capable of lifting its user quickly and<br />

safely to an upright position. An easy and controlled method of standing<br />

is achieved via a simple manual seat raising feature. A combination of my<br />

academic studies and a highly rewarding industrial placement at Dyson Ltd<br />

has enabled me to develop as a confident, all round designer. I now look<br />

forward to enhancing my skills further and pursuing a career in the<br />

design industry.<br />

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Russell Zoran Corder<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07849 301294<br />

r_z_corder@hotmail.com<br />

www.zorandesign.co.uk<br />

Garden Environment<br />

For my final year project, I designed a heat capture structure to be used with<br />

patio heaters to improve efficiency and lessen their impact on the environment.<br />

On placement I worked as a junior creative designer. After graduation, I plan<br />

to pursue my design career in London with the aim of continually learning new<br />

skills in the world of creative design.<br />

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Nicholas Gioia<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07762 803701<br />

ndgioia@hotmail.com<br />

Tidal Energy System<br />

The Tidal Energy System is designed to fix onto marinas to generate electricity<br />

from the tidal current. The generated electricity is then used to power LED<br />

navigational and emergency lighting on pontoon decking. I will leave BU with<br />

the ambition and confidence that I can succeed in the competitive industry of<br />

design. Having developed both my creative and technical skills through my<br />

studies and year in placement, I feel equipped to tackle all future<br />

design challenges.<br />

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Sarah Gilmour<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07894 580301<br />

sarahgilmour@hotmail.com<br />

The Roadside Assistant<br />

The Roadside Assistant aids in changing the wheel of a compact car. It is a<br />

rechargeable tool designed to attach onto a scissor jack lifting the car to its<br />

necessary height and to quickly and easily take on and off the wheel nuts.<br />

My time at BU has been an amazing experience that I will always remember<br />

and treasure.<br />

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Amy Glasgow<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07731 844934<br />

al.glasgow@ntlworld.com<br />

Medic Minder<br />

Medic Minder is a medication dispenser for those that take medication on<br />

a regular basis, who have limited mobility in their hands due to conditions<br />

such as Parkinson’s and Arthritis. Medic Minder’s primary function is to aid<br />

the dispensing of tablets in order to provide greater ease and accessibility<br />

when taking medication. My time at BU has been an exciting and valuable<br />

experience, and the course has enabled me to explore and develop my<br />

understanding of design.<br />

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Peter James Honeyands<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07708 217504<br />

phoneyands@hotmail.co.uk<br />

www.phoneyands-design.co.uk<br />

SeaStar X1 Underwater Propulsion Vehicle<br />

The SeaStar X1 is an affordable underwater vehicle that provides features to<br />

make it a safer option than competing products. Incorporating a variable depth<br />

limiter, protective casing, intuitive user interaction, new ‘smart’ materials, and<br />

a distinctive appearance, this product is both effective and unique. I have very<br />

much enjoyed my chance to be creative on the CAPD course and on placement<br />

at RaPro Emulations. I am now looking forward to applying my knowledge and<br />

ideas in a commercial environment.<br />

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Keykhosrow Khalkhali<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07837497661<br />

keikhosro_kh@yahoo.com<br />

Double Cycling<br />

As people get older their muscles get weaker and weaker. Double Cycling<br />

is a product which can be used to improve weak muscles without damaging<br />

their joints and it can also be used by people who want to burn fat quickly<br />

and easily. Studying at BU has been a great opportunity for me to develop and<br />

achieve different skills and knowledge in design.<br />

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Mark Kilby<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07716 154156<br />

mark-kilby@hotmail.co.uk<br />

LUG Turbine<br />

My product is designed to work on the London Underground; by harnessing<br />

wind from passing trains in the tunnels it generates electricity. This will then<br />

be stored in batteries and used with external power sources. Throughout<br />

my time at BU, I have learnt so many different skills that will be useful in a<br />

professional environment. Working on my placement at Westinghouse Ltd put<br />

these to use and gave me a sense of what is still to come in my future career.<br />

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Richard Mason<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07929 136040<br />

rmason17@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Sanctuary<br />

Sanctuary is a three-wheeled covered bicycle, designed for commuting around<br />

town. It creates a dry sheltered environment due to its ride height and its<br />

prominence on the road provides the user with confidence. A small amount of<br />

luggage may be carried creating a great alternative to automobiles. During my<br />

years at BU and placement, I have learnt and implemented many important<br />

design skills that will aid me in the future, and has encouraged me to succeed<br />

in future challenges.<br />

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Steven Misselbrook<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

Tennis Ball Mower<br />

07878 938786<br />

stevenmisselbrook@<br />

tiscali.co.uk<br />

http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/<br />

stevenmisselbrook<br />

The Tennis Ball Mower aids the collection of 100 tennis balls, saving valuable<br />

time for tennis players and coaches. Use of the mower will prevent the<br />

straining of players’ back muscles as they often don’t bend at the knees<br />

correctly when picking up every tennis ball. The Mower will be available on<br />

the courts of elite tennis clubs for their members to utilise. The detachable ball<br />

container enables several courts to make use of one mower as players can use<br />

separate containers.<br />

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Mark Patterson<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07812 891257<br />

markep@impstar.co.uk<br />

www.impstar.co.uk<br />

Electric Outboard Engine<br />

For my final year project, I designed a new electric outboard engine for small<br />

boats, resulting in the smallest and lightest engine available in the world today.<br />

As a mature student returning to Higher Education, I have found my time at BU<br />

to be highly challenging and rewarding. I’m now looking forward to entering a<br />

new and exciting career choice in the marine design industry.<br />

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James Watters<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07719 459376<br />

james.watters@hotmail.com<br />

Folding Caravan<br />

My time at BU, together with a year working at ASK <strong>Innovation</strong>, has been a<br />

very beneficial and enjoyable experience. Working on projects from the idea<br />

stages right through to packaged products has made me a more focused<br />

designer. It has developed my skills, introducing the knowledge and practices<br />

which have added a manufacturing emphasis with suitable constraints into the<br />

earlier design stages, without compromising any creativity and innovation in<br />

my conceptual designs.<br />

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Dan Wells<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07738 515155<br />

danwells-@hotmail.co.uk<br />

The X-Ped<br />

The X-Ped is a new design of pedal boat that is unique, modern and sporty. It<br />

is designed to break away from the standard, conventional style of pedal boat.<br />

Since starting at BU four years ago, I’ve become more laterally minded, and<br />

have investigated various ways of shifting boundaries in design.<br />

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Ashley Wright<br />

BSc (Hons)<br />

Computer Aided<br />

Product Design<br />

07921 627037<br />

ashwright1985@<br />

hotmail.co.uk<br />

www.wright-ideas.co.uk<br />

The Working School Chair<br />

The Working School Chair is a new and affordable chair for use in<br />

secondary schools. The chair works actively with the user to adjust to<br />

sitting requirements. The chair can not be rocked or slouched in which will<br />

significantly reduce the amount of casualties suffered by school children,<br />

a massive 7,000 as a result of chair related incidents last year. CAPD has<br />

encouraged me to improve my skills and knowledge.<br />

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BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

All the work that is presented here is the<br />

culmination of the hard work of our final<br />

year students who are studying either BA or<br />

BSc (Hons) Product Design.<br />

Bryce Dyer<br />

Course Leader<br />

This is a holistic broad-based four-year sandwich<br />

course that focuses on creativity, analysis and technical<br />

understanding. The students use a real understanding<br />

of fundamentals, prototype manufacture and computer<br />

modelling to launch themselves into productive careers.<br />

Each student has identified a specific problem and<br />

produced a design that satisfies the need in terms<br />

of price, customer, function and suitability for<br />

industry manufacture.<br />

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Gino Abate<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07708 689255<br />

mrabate@live.co.uk<br />

The Compact Bike Lock<br />

Design has always been my interest – when I was young I was always taking<br />

things apart to see how they worked. My dedication to design has remained<br />

and after working at a Design Engineering Company, I was able to incorporate<br />

my work experience into my project, the Compact Bike Lock. As a keen cyclist<br />

I am aware of the importance of bicycle theft and security, and set out to design<br />

a lock that was not only secure but convenient to carry on the bike.<br />

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Matthew Addis<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07929 555095<br />

mattaddis@<br />

blueyonder.co.uk<br />

Flat Pak-it<br />

I’ve always had a passion for design, and studying PD has shown me the depth<br />

of skills required. I’m eager to make use of these skills in future environments.<br />

Flat-pack furniture has ever increasing sales and yet assembly isn’t particularly<br />

easy. Flat Pak-it helps users assemble flat pack furniture quickly and easily,<br />

meaning less time assembling and more time using!<br />

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Mark Benn<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07837 103290<br />

mark_benn@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Nereus Tool<br />

During the four years I have spent studying Product Design at BU, my passion<br />

for Design has developed. This, combined with my background in Dinghy<br />

racing, provided the inspiration for my final project. My commitment and<br />

organisation towards projects has enabled me to fully explore my Design ideas,<br />

especially while working in a functioning design company on my<br />

year’s placement.<br />

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Douglas Booth<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07969 723322<br />

douglarouse@yahoo.co.uk<br />

Baloofah-Back Rub<br />

I have a fervent interest in the relationship between man and object; product<br />

design has become the vehicle with which I strive to express this. I’ve learnt<br />

a lot about the language of design and engineering and through this I find my<br />

powers of analysis and observation greatly enhanced.<br />

I am impassioned to explore the world more deeply through design.<br />

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Adam Borton<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07906 855366<br />

titaniumapple@gmail.com<br />

www.coroflot.com/<br />

adamborton<br />

The Roll-Around Playground<br />

This child’s toy is aimed specifically at improving the hand-eye co-ordination of<br />

children aged 1-3. Centred on the use of balls, the Roll-Around Playground has<br />

features that require the child to react to a different challenge each time they<br />

play. These include an unpredictable button game, a self-powered catching<br />

activity and a unique ball chasing game, amongst others.<br />

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Christopher Carter<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07737 977125<br />

chriscarterdesigner@<br />

googlemail.com<br />

www.coroflot.com/<br />

chriscarter<br />

Lotus Lamps<br />

In choosing my final year project, I developed a product that pushed and<br />

expanded my understanding, yet also presented marketable appeal. Lotus<br />

Lamps are innovative, motion sensitive mood lights, used primarily in bathroom<br />

environments. The combination of university study and an industrial placement<br />

working for CCD Design & Ergonomics has helped me develop a broad range of<br />

invaluable skills necessary in designing commercial products. I aim to take my<br />

ability and enthusiasm into any design challenges that lie ahead.<br />

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Edward Clare<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07703 838680<br />

edwardclare@hotmail.com<br />

High Access Head Protector<br />

This product is designed for use specifically by those trades working at<br />

height. Through previous experience I have gained a good insight into the<br />

requirements for this work environment and understand the restrictions of<br />

current head protection available. By having a lower profile, four-point chin<br />

strap anchorage and a reduced peak for better visibility the user is left with<br />

a greater all round spatial awareness. The technical challenge of this product<br />

was designing it within the European Standard (EN397).<br />

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Thomas Davidson<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07732 802210<br />

tom-davidson@hotmail.com<br />

Purity Toilet Brush<br />

‘Purity’ is a toilet brush design aimed not only to sanitise your toilet but also to<br />

prevent harmful and unsightly bacteria build up on the brush itself. Design and<br />

innovation has always been a passion of mine. During my placement year with<br />

AAC Cyroma I was given the opportunity to put my design skills into practice<br />

and I now feel that I have the confidence and ability to pursue a successful<br />

career in design.<br />

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Niall Denham<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07843 560138<br />

niall_denham@hotmail.com<br />

Iris: The Rainproof Rotary Clothes Dryer<br />

Iris began as a statement of a market need and commercial vision, to update<br />

the rotary clothes dryer to ensure clothes were kept dry in bad weather. Using<br />

formal design, collaboration, determination and inspiration, the result is a<br />

unique, simple, cost-effective and robust product solution that preserves the<br />

solid, traditional aspects of existing products whilst incorporating the personal<br />

touches of the curved arms and detailed finishes.<br />

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Luke Denmark<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07894 813185<br />

luke@derry.plus.com<br />

GlowDry<br />

GlowDry reduces the time taken to dry clothes by providing a heat source.<br />

However, it’s not just a heated clothes dryer – when not in use drying clothes,<br />

it transforms into a decorative and effective floor lamp. This product provides<br />

the solution to the inefficient and unattractive methods of conventional<br />

clothes dryers.<br />

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Zachary Donohue<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07814 496207<br />

Zachary@<br />

Abbozzo-Studio.co.uk<br />

www.Zachary-Donohue.com<br />

Aqualife: Third World Water Filtration<br />

Having a passion for sustainable design led me to Aqualife, which provides<br />

Third World families with clean, safe drinking water aimed at those with great<br />

distances to travel every day. My placement year at Dyson was invaluable in<br />

gaining a holistic view, from early concept to detailed design and manufacture.<br />

This enables me to see potential issues early in the design process.<br />

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John Edwards<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07815 726324<br />

john.innovate@hotmail.com<br />

Muggins Mug Cleaner<br />

Muggins is designed to transform the experience of cleaning mugs from<br />

tedious monotony to an inviting simple and effective activity. Its undemanding<br />

visual appearance and natural connotations hide a collection of multi-faceted<br />

internal mechanics. The project has enabled me to explore aspects of design I<br />

particularly enjoy, embracing various challenges and solving problems with a<br />

holistic and adaptable approach.<br />

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Darren England<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07825 252717<br />

darren_england@live.co.uk<br />

Pro Axe – Multi Tool<br />

Pro Axe is a guitar maintenance multi-tool capable of several functions to<br />

decrease the tediousness of string changing, fret board cleaning etc. This<br />

is achieved through a motorised high-torque rotating end, which facilitates<br />

adaptor attachments. I’ve always been inspired by innovative design, and my<br />

placement year at Airbus increased my design knowledge greatly for my final<br />

year project.<br />

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Matthew Farmer<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07892 710543<br />

matthew.farmer@<br />

hotmail.co.uk<br />

Floating Fish Feeder<br />

This product has been designed to be used in all pond environments, providing<br />

the user with an automated feeding method. The project has been very<br />

challenging and fulfilling, with many technical aspects to overcome. The<br />

holistic approach to the course and my time on placement with GE has given<br />

me a wide variety of skills from conceptual and detailed design to engineering,<br />

which I feel have been successfully reflected in my project.<br />

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Nicholas Fowke<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07885 39042<br />

nick.fowke@gmail.com<br />

MugaFlux<br />

The MugaFlux is a sleek, standalone, executive appliance that washes two<br />

mugs at the same time for immediate re-use. It’s an ideal product for offices<br />

and commercial premises with minimal space as it would eliminate the<br />

need for dishwashers. It reduces the amount of water and energy wasted by<br />

machines running with half loads.<br />

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Thomas French<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07775 916757<br />

tomfrench86@hotmail.com<br />

Porta Scora<br />

My interest in designing has developed during the last four years at BU. My<br />

progression into a professional designer was enhanced during my year’s<br />

work experience, which has culminated in returning to university with a more<br />

structured view on the industry. Working in my final year, in an area of design<br />

which interests me greatly, has enabled me to work with great enthusiasm,<br />

commitment and care allowing my skills to be further developed.<br />

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Robert Glover<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07825 108668<br />

robwillglover03@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

Tape Mate: Handheld Automated Tape Dispenser<br />

Observation is my first source of creativity – I believe that good ideas are<br />

everywhere. In everyday life I am very critical towards the products I use,<br />

paying particular attention to every detail. I am convinced that design could<br />

bring a lot more to people than it does today. Tape Mate is an automated selfadhesive<br />

tape dispenser which has been designed for people with reduced<br />

dexterity. By fully considering the user, I have developed a solution to address<br />

their specific needs.<br />

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Andrew Griggs<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07817 513071<br />

andygriggs1@hotmail.com<br />

Snowboard Hotwaxer<br />

The course has provided me with vital skills, not only in problem-solving and<br />

analysis, but also in how to develop, investigate, and convey my thoughts and<br />

ideas. I’ve learnt how to apply a wide range of skills to problems, enabling me<br />

to reach production ready solutions within tight deadlines. This combined with<br />

a good understanding of aesthetics, has set me up well for a career in<br />

Product Design.<br />

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Stephen Harris<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07824 338425<br />

stephen.j.harris@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

OIGA – Restaurant service light<br />

My studies at BU, combined with a valuable experience gained during my<br />

placement year at Europlaz Technologies, have given me the skills and desire<br />

to pursue a successful career in the design industry. OIGA is a rechargeable<br />

restaurant service light, consisting of eight-table lights and collection unit with<br />

a built in charger. It uses different coloured mood lighting and ambient effects<br />

to improve restaurant service and the overall dining experience.<br />

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Patrick Hazard<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07894 552698<br />

patrick.hazard@gmail.com<br />

Commuter Kit Dryer<br />

The Commuter Kit Dryer assists the rapidly expanding market of commuters<br />

who cycle into work. It prevents the horrible feeling of putting on cold, wet kit<br />

to cycle home in, by drying delicate sports clothing throughout the working day<br />

and contains any smells they may produce. My competitive nature drives me to<br />

accomplish the challenges I encounter in designing and life in general.<br />

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Christopher Heaysman<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07814 163829<br />

heaysman115@hotmail.com<br />

Sky Handle<br />

Encouraging people to get outside and have fun is a growing theme. The Sky<br />

Handle is an automatic device that makes flying a kite much easier. It feeds<br />

and retracts the line into a compact housing avoiding the problems of tangled<br />

or knotted line. I designed Sky Handle using techniques learnt at BU, and while<br />

working at Dyson in my placement yerar.<br />

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Sean Henson<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07743 721135<br />

henson_148@hotmail.com<br />

Biffton Board Bag<br />

The Biffton Board Bag is a unique surfboard holder, which enables the user to<br />

attach the bag to the roof of a desired vehicle without the aid of a roof rack or<br />

bars. The Bag can be strapped to a large range of vehicles quickly and<br />

with ease.<br />

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Natasha Hewlett<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07788 587370<br />

natasha_hewlett@<br />

hotmail.co.uk<br />

Scorch BBQ Cleaner<br />

Both my BU experience and work placement, as a Product Designer, has<br />

rewarded me invaluable knowledge and enhanced my design capabilities,<br />

which has inspired my final project. Scorch BBQ Cleaner is designed to cut out<br />

the laborious cleaning of barbecue grills. It is cordless, rechargeable, uses both<br />

a reciprocating scourer and scraper motion and requires minimal user effort to<br />

achieve maximum results.<br />

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Stuart Hollington<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07751 840496<br />

hollers5@hotmail.com<br />

Orbis 100<br />

The Orbis 100 is a mobile CD storage unit designed to provide an easy way<br />

of organising and transporting important files between the home and the<br />

workplace. The teardrop shape enables the discs to be safely stored away from<br />

damage along with a central grip aiding the product’s transportation.<br />

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Luke Hotchkiss<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07817 938765<br />

lhotchkiss@live.co.uk<br />

Hydro-Solar Filter<br />

The Hydro-Solar Filter utilises solar energy to remove dirt and bacteria from<br />

water, producing safe drinking water. Throughout my project I used various<br />

equations to calculate heat transfer, stresses and parabolic intensity. To<br />

authenticate the mathematical values obtained, numerous experimental test<br />

rigs were built. The Hydro-Solar Filter proves that solar energy should be<br />

utilised for practical, everyday needs in Africa.<br />

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Emma Howse<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07740 351008<br />

emmahowse@hotmail.com<br />

Cyclights<br />

Cyclights is a holistic lighting, braking and indicating wireless system for<br />

bicycles. With the increased promotion of cycling as a ‘green’ and healthy<br />

alternative to motorised transport, the safety aspects for cyclists need to be<br />

brought to the forefront of thought. Cyclights enhances road safety for cyclists<br />

in an innovative and highly aesthetic form.<br />

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Gareth Hudson<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07754 406925<br />

garethhudson07@gmail.com<br />

Hot Melt Glue Pen<br />

My product, the Hot Melt Glue Pen aims to tackle the problems inherent in<br />

generic gun designs. The blend of the precision motor controlled delivery<br />

system and the ergonomic shape ensures increased usability and control<br />

over existing gun designs. My time at BU has helped me to explore my<br />

design potential. With a solid foundation in design and the technical issues<br />

that go hand in hand I feel that I have gained the necessary skills to match<br />

my enthusiasm.<br />

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Rikki Jacobs<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07723 057567<br />

rikkileejacobs@hotmail.com<br />

Cordless Heated Ice-cream Scoop<br />

I have found my years at BU to be an invaluable experience and feel that it<br />

has improved my knowledge significantly. My year in industry taught me a lot<br />

about life in design and has set me for a career in this field. I enjoy a challenge<br />

through design work and wish to apply this on a full-time basis.<br />

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Benjamin Jones<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07919 502359<br />

jownes@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Stain Aid<br />

Stain Aid is designed to be marketed alongside a well-known proprietary<br />

carpet cleaning foam and is designed to make the process of removing stains<br />

from carpets a less laborious task. I’m an imaginative and enthusiastic person<br />

who enjoys every aspect of the product design process. I find it personally<br />

rewarding to assist in the evolution of designs from artistic concepts to fully<br />

functional prototypes.<br />

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Ryan Lester<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07966 428245<br />

ryanmarclester@hotmail.com<br />

Automatic Food Stirrer<br />

The Automatic Food Stirrer enables hassle free cooking. Its combination of a<br />

simple mechanical system, user friendly controls and contemporary aesthetics<br />

are an example of how product design can shape an idea into reality. The<br />

course has developed my confidence and passion to approach design in a<br />

holistic and creative way. I look forward to applying the skills I have learned in<br />

my future career.<br />

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Alec Lockhart<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07817 397922<br />

alec_lockhart@hotmail.com<br />

www.coroflot.com/<br />

aleclockhart.com<br />

Mastic Gun<br />

My product is a battery-powered mastic gun that facilitates in smooth and even<br />

flow, making application easier and faster. This year has been both challenging<br />

and rewarding. I now look forward to a career in product design. My university<br />

career has taught me that product design is a holistic process. The placement<br />

year has proved to be an invaluable aid when approaching my final year at BU.<br />

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James Lyford<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07977 469453<br />

james_lyford@yahoo.co.uk<br />

The Glowbe<br />

Product Design, combined with my work on placement at KBR, a structural<br />

design company, has led me to discover my real passion, engineering. My<br />

strengths are calculations and analysis during the design process as I enjoy<br />

solving these types of problems. My product is a children’s night light taking<br />

the form of a sun dimming as it goes down behind a cloud.<br />

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William MacDonald<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07916 250800<br />

billmacdonald1984@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

CasuLift Chair<br />

The CasuLift Chair was inspired by my grandmother. After watching her<br />

struggle in and out of chairs on a daily basis, it struck me how difficult a simple<br />

action for the able-bodied can be for people with restricted movement. I feel<br />

I’ve come up with an innovative, contemporary design that could be used in<br />

almost any situation from dining to lounging. I hope the Casulift is the solution<br />

to the struggle.<br />

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Adam Maslen<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07947 135771<br />

adam_maslen@hotmail.co.uk<br />

SafeHands<br />

I have particularly enjoyed the practical side of my course, especially the<br />

workshop and prototype element, which I believe many other universities do<br />

not offer. I have also taken great enjoyment from studying 3D CAD and I am<br />

now sure this is the direction I would like my career to develop. I believe this<br />

course has given me a good foundation for the world of practical design.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 87


Paul Merriman<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07970905966<br />

paulmerriman<br />

@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Lumino: The Dynamo dog lead with in-built torch<br />

This innovative retractable dog lead features a dynamo, which utilises the lead<br />

coiling mechanism to continuously recharge batteries, powering the inbuilt<br />

torch. Dog walkers can be safe in the knowledge that they will never be left<br />

in the dark again. Lumino demanded extensive exploration of design related<br />

areas, exercising and enhancing my technical and creative abilities. This<br />

intense, but rewarding learning experience has multiplied my confidence as a<br />

well-rounded Product Designer, and I eagerly await the next big challenge.<br />

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Jonathon Mooney<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07747 131097<br />

walking_on_the_mooney@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

Intelligent Water Sprinkler<br />

The Intelligent Water Sprinkler is designed to efficiently water a small/medium<br />

domestic garden as a cost-effective and more convenient alternative to an<br />

irrigation system. It includes a timer and moisture sensor to deliver optimum<br />

water needed to maintain a healthy garden. My time at BU has been fun and<br />

fulfilling and I am looking forward to a successful career in the design industry.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 89


Tinotenda Muhita<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07786 013750<br />

tjmuhita@yahoo.com<br />

Whale Wash: Handwash dispenser for kids<br />

My time at BU has been exciting and has grounded me for an exciting future<br />

in product design. The course has been challenging but I have gained valuable<br />

experience enabling me to expand and channel my creativity when solving<br />

design problems. With the vast amount of invaluable design knowledge and<br />

skills I have gained, I hope this will steer me towards a long, prosperous career<br />

in the design world.<br />

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Swift ‘Loch’: Step-in wakeboard binding<br />

Fiona Murray<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07792 074921<br />

fiona_ann_murray@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

www.coroflot.com/<br />

fionaannmurray<br />

Swift ‘Loch’ is the most innovative and high performance binding to hit the<br />

wakeboarding market, eliminating all the problems associated with traditional<br />

bindings. Comprising of a separate boot and plate, riders ‘click’ in to ride and<br />

then release to detach from the board. Product Design amalgamates all of<br />

my skills and passions, my degree and placement year at Eibe Play Ltd has<br />

provided me with the stepping stones to a future career in Product Design.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 91


Billy Noonan<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07780 813606<br />

bill_noonan@hotmail.com<br />

On-Q: Disposable barbeque stand<br />

Barbeques are often an evening affair and normally it gets too dark to control<br />

the cooking. The hassle-free light feature on my product enables the user<br />

to see if the food is thoroughly cooked before consumption. I have enjoyed<br />

studying the countless areas that the design process has to throw at me and<br />

have particularly excelled in 3D modelling and rendering. On my placement<br />

I designed 60 successful skate parks, from concept to creation.<br />

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Carl Norton<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07775 903270<br />

c_t_norton84@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Shower Mate<br />

A combination of my time spent at BU, and on placement at Kesslers<br />

International, has enabled me to refine my approach to a wide range of design<br />

situations. Combined with a keen interest in associative areas of design, I look<br />

forward to continuing this learning curve and defining my direction as I move<br />

into a professional capacity.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 93


Oliver Pate<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07971 026096<br />

ollie_pate@live.co.uk<br />

WiPod: Wireless iPod speakers<br />

I am a driven and ambitious young designer who enjoys exploring problems<br />

from all angles in pursuit of the best possible solution – this is what attracted<br />

me to Product Design. My experience at BU and placement at Sampson<br />

Associates have provided me with the opportunity to acquire many new skills<br />

and develop personally and professionally, as a designer. I now leave BU with<br />

confidence and look forward to starting in a career in the design industry.<br />

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Chris Paton-Barnes<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07970 503275<br />

chrispatonbarnes@<br />

hotmail.co.uk<br />

Multimedia Arm<br />

The choice of project was a result of me being keen to find a solution to a<br />

problem that was close to my interests. I have enjoyed the problem-solving<br />

aspects of my course the most. My placement year was a real eye-opener and<br />

has made my experience of the design world much more whole.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 95


Benjamin Payne<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07825 459529<br />

payne_ben@hotmail.com<br />

NHS Bed Scales<br />

My interest in design stemmed from early design & technology classes in<br />

secondary school, making me the enthusiastic and driven person I am today.<br />

My year in industry was a great experience, enabling me to develop my skills<br />

further as a designer which I put to good use in my final year project. I enjoyed<br />

the technical challenges I faced and am excited about the new challenges and<br />

experiences that lie ahead of me in the field of product design.<br />

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Laurent Peters<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07962 253740<br />

laurent.peters@<br />

btinternet.com<br />

The HOPPER Toaster<br />

The HOPPER Toaster came from common problems experienced using<br />

household toasters. The HOPPER solves these problems in a novel way while<br />

looking good in a modern kitchen. My four years at BU has been an amazing<br />

time that has boosted my confidence and design skills. My placement at MERU<br />

gave me valuable experiences in the design world from CAD to manufacture<br />

and user requirements – this helped confirm my love for design.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 97


David Prockter<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07986 907886<br />

chanzy_hawks@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

The Bar Screw<br />

For me design has always been the solution to problems big and small.<br />

Studying at BU has given me the knowledge and the experience to enter an<br />

industry I am passionate about. My final year and placement have provided<br />

many difficulties to overcome. I have learned that with perseverance and<br />

determination any problem can be solved. I cannot wait to begin adding to my<br />

experience in a profession that truly inspires me.<br />

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Jennette Roberts<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07855 482325<br />

jennette_roberts@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

Clens: Contact Lens Aid<br />

Clens: Contact Lens Aid combines both contact lens solution and lens<br />

containers in one combined product. With the ability to dispense solution into<br />

the contact lens containers together with monitoring the usage of the lenses,<br />

this product is both desirable and a necessity to monthly contact lens wearers.<br />

Three years study at BU and a one year Industrial Placement have given me the<br />

desire and ambition to succeed in a career in Product Design.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 99


Michael Sankey<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07841 827055<br />

mikesankey@hotmail.com<br />

www.mikesankey.com<br />

iPack Solar Backpack<br />

Through the four years of the course and during my final product development,<br />

I feel the holistic approach of the teaching at BU has helped me develop into a<br />

well equipped designer; adept at concept generation, able to evolve and detail<br />

the physical and material aspects of an idea, and also with a strong interest in<br />

ergonomic design, and the importance of retail appeal – leading to products<br />

that are not just well designed, but will sell at a commercial level.<br />

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Mark Shaw<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07880 703594<br />

mark-shaw@hotmail.com<br />

Lid-ov Jar Opener<br />

My project is aimed at elderley people who experience problems with the<br />

twisting movement involved in the opening of food jars. I designed a product<br />

that alleviates this problem without appearing disabled or patronising. After<br />

four years at BU, I am leaving with a wealth of tools and the confidence to<br />

prepare me for almost any design challenge.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 101


Sean Smith<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07738 200194<br />

sean_a_smith@hotmail.com<br />

Flight Deck<br />

Vinyl Disk Jockeying is one of many pursuits I am passionate about, helping<br />

me thoroughly enjoy my final year project from conception to fruition. The<br />

course was perfect for me with an even blend of graphical and technological<br />

design which best represented and built on my own skills as a creative and<br />

comprehensive designer and incorporated prototype manufacture which<br />

I love doing.<br />

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Daniel Speirits<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07751 229071<br />

danielspeirits@hotmail.com<br />

Feothan: Boot Dryer<br />

My time at BU, and with De La Rue during my placement, has been extremely<br />

beneficial to my development in the field of design, acquiring a detailed<br />

understanding of the whole design process from initiating a project, to product<br />

marketing to product auditing. I leave BU with fond memories and a thirst to<br />

further my career in design. The sports shoe dryer is designed to accelerate the<br />

drying process after cleaning without damaging the leather of the boot.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 103


Timothy Stevens<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07793 559461<br />

timgstevens@hotmail.co.uk<br />

The SONOral Orb Denture Cleaner<br />

Over the past four years at BU I have gained a wide range of creative and<br />

technological skills while strengthening my existing design knowledge which I<br />

aim to develop further throughout my design career. The SONOral Orb Denture<br />

Cleaner uses Ultrasonic technology in order to clean those hard to reach and<br />

porous areas on a denture, which are difficult to clean using a conventional<br />

denture brush.<br />

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Philip Tarry<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07769 975303<br />

philiptarry@<br />

groupgroup.co.uk<br />

www.groupgroup.co.uk<br />

WeighBed<br />

“The one thing that unites all human beings, regardless of age, gender,<br />

religion, economic status, or ethnic background, is that, deep down inside we<br />

all believe that we are above-average drivers” by Dave Barry. Life is far more<br />

complex and interesting than I ever realised and I can’t wait to explore its<br />

greatest opportunities. I embrace change, seek new and exciting challenges<br />

and now want to focus my attention on something that will give me all of<br />

these things.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 105


Stephen Taylor<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07737 715940<br />

stevetaylor_04@hotmail.com<br />

Lad-Lok<br />

My time spent at BU and on my industrial placement year has exposed me to a<br />

broad range of disciplines, which in turn has helped me develop key qualities<br />

and skills. I am now looking to use this experience to pursue a career in the<br />

field of design with determination and enthusiasm.<br />

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Gareth Thomas<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07732 802210<br />

g.thomas191@btinternet.com<br />

www.coroflot.com/<br />

gaz_thomas<br />

Stir It Up<br />

I’ve been interested in ‘how things work’ since a young age. Throughout my<br />

time at BU this interest has developed into a passion for design. My placement<br />

year at Kohler-Daryl has given me the confidence and skills to pursue a career<br />

in the design world. The product I have designed combines my other passion,<br />

cooking. Stir It Up aids multi-tasking in the kitchen and reduces the likelihood<br />

of burning food onto a saucepan.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 107


Lindsay Underdown<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07868 731750<br />

lindsay_underdown@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

Hygi-Hand<br />

Hygi-Hand is designed to encourage clean hands, incorporating a novelty,<br />

efficient and fast means of drying hands, using compressed air. I have found<br />

the past four years at BU to be a challenging, but a rewarding experience,<br />

where I have discovered my passion for problem-solving.<br />

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Joe Walker<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07780 745228<br />

joewalkerdesign@live.co.uk<br />

Capulet<br />

My time at BU has enabled me to develop a well-rounded, holistic approach<br />

to design. It has taught me to seek solutions that are central to the user but<br />

imbue creative and functional value, as well as core production considerations.<br />

Coupled with a rewarding and invaluable placement at Hi-Tech Design I am<br />

confident about taking my next steps into industry.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 109


Luke Wilcox<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07760 374381<br />

Mount luke_sw1@hotmail.<br />

co.uk<br />

Windsurf Mast Mount<br />

The Windsurf Mast Mount is based on a brief submitted by Predator<br />

Technology Ltd and seeks to provide a solution to mounting their waterproof<br />

camcorder onto the mast of a windsurfing rig. The Mount is designed to<br />

withstand demanding marine environments, whilst maintaining a stable<br />

platform from which high-quality, dynamic and exciting windsurfing footage<br />

can be filmed.<br />

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Benjamin Woodling<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07920 409359<br />

bwoodling@gmail.com<br />

Rainsafe<br />

How products function, and more importantly why they have been designed in<br />

a particular way, has always interested me. My experience in taking products<br />

from conception through to market while working for Airflow has enabled me<br />

to better understand the full design process. I look forward to a successful<br />

career in design and furthering my knowledge and skills.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 111


Jed Wooten<br />

BA/BSc (Hons)<br />

Product Design<br />

07841 404306<br />

jed.wootten@hotmail.co.uk<br />

www.jw-designs.co.uk<br />

Mud Master<br />

Mud Master interfaces the relationship between form and function to provide<br />

an innovative solution. The single-molded reservoir combines simplicity and<br />

functionality. The diaphragm pump fuses technical and analytical skills to<br />

provide a powerful yet reliable solution. Humanistics are prominent throughout<br />

including; lance complete with angled neck, backpack carrying method,<br />

chunky filler cap and tactile buttons for supreme usability in any environment.<br />

Mud Master demonstrates holistic skills set with an unparalleled enthusiasm<br />

and desire to provide nothing but the best.<br />

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BA (Hons)<br />

Industrial Design<br />

The designs exhibited here are the creation<br />

of imaginative and inspirational Industrial<br />

Design students in their final year of<br />

degree study.<br />

Dr Bob Eves<br />

Course Leader<br />

The visionary nature of Industrial Design is illustrated,<br />

through diverse future products and markets. Emphasis<br />

is placed upon sensory interaction, aesthetics and<br />

ergonomics with design visualisation CAD tools. The<br />

designs are developed with consideration of form,<br />

materials and design for production.<br />

Our students are now ready to graduate into the<br />

professional design world and creative design industries.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 113


Laura Jayne Hobson<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Industrial Design<br />

kiora206@hotmail.com<br />

Luxury Hotel Pool-Side Furniture<br />

The Pool Lounger complements a high-class luxury hotel abroad. The main<br />

aspect of the design is to add pleasure not only from comfort, but also<br />

psychological. This is achieved by playing on the user’s curiosity and different<br />

senses, such as touch and sound. This design was influenced by Ron Arad,<br />

who designed furniture and took it to another extreme.<br />

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Tom Layzell<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Industrial Design<br />

07807 459837<br />

tlayzell32@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Lilly Pad: Modular Living Spaces<br />

The world’s population is increasing rapidly and any rural areas yet to be<br />

developed are few and far between. Urbanisation through architecture today<br />

is finding alternative methods of implementing property to make the most of<br />

the space we have left. This new housing concept places the consumer at new<br />

depths by providing alternative water-based living space.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 115


Alastair Mitchell<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Industrial Design<br />

07920 032407<br />

alastair_mitchell@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

Yacht Living Interior<br />

I’ve designed a new approach to interiors for an intermediate level sailing<br />

yacht. The aim is to provide a comfortable living space for up to eight people<br />

within a constrained space. Industrial Design has given me a fresh approach to<br />

design, and confidence to carry out my work with an individual style.<br />

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Daniel Noctor<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Industrial Design<br />

07986 033927<br />

danielnoctor@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Modular Home Mood Lighting<br />

I wanted to design a lighting system that enabled the user to display<br />

their personal style. By selecting different lamps and frames, this Flexible<br />

Mood Light enables the user to shape and create their own floor lamp.<br />

Each individual lamp contains a number of LEDs, which change colour and<br />

brightness to control the mood of the light.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 117


Glynn Riches<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Industrial Design<br />

07749 216253<br />

jamesriches@live.co.uk<br />

Sandrunner<br />

The Sandrunner is a two-wheeled craft which is able to move upon water and<br />

stretches of land with the aid of electric motors and an onboard fuel cell. The<br />

steering mechanism encourages use of the whole body with the shift in weight<br />

triggering the twist of the craft, making for an exhilarating ride.<br />

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Stuart Sampson<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Industrial Design<br />

07999 786908<br />

Proposal for new Portsmouth FC Stadium<br />

Recent developments at Portsmouth FC have produced a need for a new<br />

stadium. The design considers spectator seating, viewing distances,<br />

wheelchair provisions and stadium standards. These need to be satisfied to<br />

enable any user to enjoy the experience entirely and safely. The stadium is a<br />

landmark for the city and I feel my design is a commanding,<br />

cultural expression.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 119


Danny Sullivan<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Industrial Design<br />

07846 182559<br />

sullyfrombournemouth@<br />

hotmail.co.uk<br />

Beginner’s Home Recording Device<br />

There is no easy starting point for musicians to record at home. The purpose<br />

of this product is to provide a fresh-looking, stylised Portastudio which is<br />

simple, quick to use and easy to master, and provides a stepping stone into<br />

the world of home recording. Writing good songs should be a challenge, not<br />

recording them.<br />

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David Tonkinson<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Industrial Design<br />

07811 987260<br />

davetonkinson@aol.com<br />

Young Person’s Caravan<br />

Caravans are regarded among younger generations as dated and an oldfashioned<br />

pastime – the aim of this project was to create a novel caravan that<br />

appeals to a fashion-conscious user, that is small and lightweight enough to be<br />

towed by a small car and that is easily stored within an urban environment.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 121


Richard Walton<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Industrial Design<br />

07725 174501<br />

waltonjr@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Poker Pal<br />

The online poker world requires little input from the user, and in return,<br />

the gaming interface offers little feedback – resulting in a mind-numbing<br />

experience for its users. Although some players are satisfied with this, there<br />

are a large proportion of consumers who wish for a more exciting experience<br />

overall. This is the driving force for this Industrial Design project.<br />

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Alex Watson<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Industrial Design<br />

alexwatson1@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Portable Trailer Stage for Rock and Pop Musicians<br />

Good design promotes and enhances sensory experience. With my project, I’ve<br />

focused on complementing the performance of a live band in an environment<br />

that excites the audience. The immersion of sound and visual from fractal,<br />

inspired forms, and the staging, with its split levels and elegant functionality,<br />

offers energy to performers and audiences alike.<br />

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BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

Stephen Staples<br />

Course Leader<br />

It has been my pleasure over the last four<br />

years to see this cohort of students work<br />

hard to mature into fledgling interior<br />

designers capable of taking their place<br />

in some of the best commercial design<br />

offices in the country. I offer them my<br />

congratulations and wish them well.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 125


Joycelyn Marie Agne<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07956 370906<br />

jagne@hotmail.com<br />

Run With Me<br />

Run With Me, based on Bournemouth beach, aims to facilitate runners’ needs<br />

before, during and after exercise. Through three functions – inspiration, drive<br />

and rehabilitation – it will motivate people to run for better well-being. Runners<br />

Pavilion is an enhancement to outdoor leisure and a new concept for existing<br />

buildings to encourage fitness and health. My passion for creativity has<br />

been the drive throughout my academic career. At BU, I have learnt valuable<br />

experiences and intend to use my skills of problem solving, visual arts and my<br />

enthusiasm in the design industry to create improvement in spaces for our<br />

busy lifestyle.<br />

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Yue Bai<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07894 271421<br />

by_yaya@hotmail.com<br />

Extreme Green<br />

Extreme Green is an indoor oasis especially for children. The design concept is<br />

Back to Nature; it aims to provide a green built environment for busy families.<br />

Working as an architect’s assistant during my placement gave me a great<br />

opportunity to work with architects and engineers, and learn how interior<br />

design can be applied to the developments of modern architecture today.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 127


Jenny Chan<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07837 184214<br />

jenchan282@yahoo.co.uk<br />

Sun, Sea & Surf<br />

Europe’s first artificial reef is being built in Boscombe, and I’ve designed<br />

a multi-functional building supporting a surf hire, surf school, café, bar<br />

restaurant, Lifeguard post for RNLI and a range of luxury surf accommodations.<br />

My placement has taught me a lot about the interior industry – I was fully<br />

committed at KCA International, which has furthered my passion and<br />

enthusiasm for design. I am now ready and very excited to enter the world of<br />

interior design.<br />

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Hannah Clayforth-Carr<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07988177482<br />

hans_carr@hotmail.com<br />

Young Person’s Learning Disability Centre (YPLDC)<br />

Significant UK and international experience in both multi-national industrial<br />

group designing office/crèche/reception facilities and in Yacht Interior Design<br />

house on contracts with individuals and companies such as Sunseeker. I am a<br />

confident designer with experience of a wide range of software tools (eg. Catia,<br />

AutoCAD and Photoshop). I’ve applied this experience in my major project to<br />

design a facility for children with disabilities.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 129


David Felcser<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07811 440246<br />

dee1707@hotmail.com<br />

A creative workplace submerged in an<br />

organic showcase<br />

My creative workplace showcases organic forms and the resourceful use of<br />

materials and products, all of which helps reflect and preserve the beauty<br />

of the natural world we live in, which is all too often forgotten and taken<br />

for granted. University and work experience at Inspace has given me the<br />

necessary skills, focus and personal drive ready to become a member of an<br />

esteemed professional design team.<br />

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Emma Fletcher<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07968 434701<br />

emmajayne_2@hotmail.com<br />

A Wine Tasting Experience<br />

By designing a wine tasting experience I want to bring together wine and<br />

design, which will help people to celebrate the taste of English wines and<br />

invigorate all of their other senses sight, smell touch and sound. I’ve thoroughly<br />

enjoyed both my course at BU, and my placement with Sampson Associates.<br />

I have learnt so much in the last four years, and my passion for design<br />

continues to grow.<br />

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Kirstin Gray<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07765 105968<br />

kirstingray@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Urban Eden<br />

The practical approach this degree offered has furthered my passion and<br />

ambitions for design. Commuting to a placement specialising in office design<br />

provided insight into the lack of facilities available to alleviate the stress of a<br />

commuter’s lifestyle. My project attempts to find a practical solution to this<br />

ever increasing issue; utilising various facilities, focusing on encouraging users<br />

to take time out from the office. Its key aspect is an indoor park, which enables<br />

users to escape to a relaxed tranquil, environment.<br />

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Charlene Harris<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07702 870548<br />

enelrahc85@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Detox Retreat<br />

A hidden haven with an organic twist. The concept, inspired by an orange peel,<br />

creates a penetrating spiral through all floors. Facilities include spa, restaurant<br />

and accommodation for people in need of healthy relaxation and balance. The<br />

course has liberated new energy, encouraging my personal creative thinking.<br />

Working for an architectural firm and studying interior design has enabled me<br />

to bridge both disciplines. I am able to apply architectural principles with an<br />

emphasis on interior spaces.<br />

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Kelly Hobbs<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07817 640935<br />

kelly_hobbs2@hotmail.com<br />

The Sensory Journey<br />

My project focuses on our senses and sensory therapy. My aim is to understand<br />

and manipulate the psychological effect on humans within this type of interior.<br />

Through my time at BU, I have gained many skills especially in my placement<br />

year where I was able to use these skills to the best of my ability – and it will<br />

be exciting to see where I go next! Placement has given me an incredible<br />

insight to the business world and I look forward to being a part of it.<br />

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Chris Howard<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07941 519238<br />

chrishoward_466@fsmail.net<br />

Victoria Coach Station, London<br />

The Olympic Games come to Britain in 2012, with people from all over the<br />

world expected to travel to the capital. The re-design of London Victoria Coach<br />

Station will be imperative in bringing bus travel into the 21st century. The mix<br />

of academic study and the experience I gained during my placement with Astra<br />

Office Interiors has provided an excellent foundation from which to further my<br />

career in the design industry.<br />

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Lucy Hughes<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07931 739182<br />

L’Eau Spa<br />

My Individual Design Project is a utopia for stressed city workers. Inspired<br />

by the ancient Roman and Turkish bathing rituals, and with an element of<br />

environmental psychology, I aim to create a unique, environmentally friendly<br />

water health spa. During my degree course and at my work placement Inspace<br />

I have gained valuable experience as a designer. I have enjoyed developing my<br />

interest and skills in design and look forward to my professional career.<br />

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Natalie Jardella<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07951 702302<br />

natzy27@hotmail.com<br />

Think… Live… Eat… Green...<br />

The aim of my project is to show how an interior can be designed using<br />

sustainable materials and energy saving resources without compromising<br />

the design, look or quality. I am designing an organic restaurant and<br />

cookery school to promote healthy eating and increase awareness of<br />

environmental responsibilities. I have enjoyed the course and gained valuable<br />

knowledge from my work placement, I look forward to putting that experience<br />

into practise after my degree.<br />

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Denise Kerr<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

denisekerr999@hotmail.com<br />

The Newtownabbey Project<br />

My project involves the design of a much needed nursery school in a large<br />

housing estate in Newtownabbey. To quote John Fitzgerald Kennedy:<br />

“Children are the world’s most valuable resource and its best hope for the<br />

future”. I have thoroughly enjoyed studying at BU for the past three years.<br />

The course has enabled me to be creative and develop my skills in different<br />

areas of design.<br />

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Eleanor Kingsbury<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

01202 602563<br />

kingers7@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Fashion House & Events Venue<br />

The convergence of my time spent at university and my invaluable experience<br />

on placement has given me the skills and confidence I need to pursue an<br />

anticipated career in design. I look forward to be a part of this exciting<br />

profession where I can only expand on my existing capabilities. My project<br />

explores the needs of a fashion postgraduate and brings the world of high<br />

fashion down to the South Coast.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 139


Sophie Lossl<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07921120504<br />

colonelfossl@hotmail.com<br />

The 21st Century Cinema Experience<br />

I have redesigned the cinema experience, combining old fashioned values with<br />

21st century technology to create a more comfortable environment that will<br />

heighten the viewing pleasure. My time at BU has been great – I’ve been able<br />

to design all sorts of interiors and expand my knowledge of what I can achieve.<br />

The most valuable part of the course is the third year placement. Mine was<br />

with Carte Blanche, where I improved my skills in many areas.<br />

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Joanna Menzies-Smith<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07776 480552<br />

joannamenziessmith@<br />

hotmail.co.uk<br />

Luminet<br />

Luminet is a place to relieve the stresses of daily life and depression, eg.<br />

through light therapy for Seasonal Adjustment Disorder (SAD). Users can<br />

also surf the internet, integrate, socialise, reflect and aid stress-free recovery<br />

from depression. My time at BU has been challenging and rewarding. I have<br />

acquired substantial design knowledge and experience; and I have also<br />

evolved as an individual.<br />

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David Page<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07826 545618<br />

dave2308@hotmail.com<br />

National Re-education Gallery (NRG)<br />

For my final design project I’ve combined my love of art with the growing<br />

demand to learn more about sustainable design. It runs workshops for<br />

those wanting to expand their knowledge into sustainable methods and<br />

materials, and enable people to enjoy a contemporary art gallery overlooking<br />

Portsmouth’s marina. My time at BU has been a valued and worthwhile<br />

experience, and during my placement year I learnt the confidence to express<br />

my thoughts and designs.<br />

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Rebecca Papworth<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07951 111277<br />

boingping@hotmail.com<br />

Christian Centre for the poor and homeless<br />

in Bournemouth<br />

Homelessness is a national issue, as well as one in Bournemouth. This project<br />

was created to provide accommodation, as well as a place where people can<br />

work and develop new skills to sustain themselves. I have thoroughly enjoyed<br />

my time at BU. I have gained valuable skills and developed my own creativity,<br />

and look forward with confidence at a future in design.<br />

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Katy Pierce<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07797 854529<br />

katpish@hotmail.com<br />

Fort Regent Skate Centre, Jersey<br />

Fort Regent is an ideal location for a skate centre. It has previously been used<br />

for many different types of extreme activities, since there is a high demand for<br />

a skate park by both the youths of Jersey and members of CISA. I’ve designed<br />

a safe, urban area for all ages from beginners to professionals, skaters to freerunners<br />

& BMX riders. The difference in this skate park will be its innovative<br />

design, which will incorporate all different eras of skating. Among the many<br />

benefits, the project will encourage teenagers to keep off the streets.<br />

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Kirsty Price<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

kirsty-price@hotmail.com<br />

Casino & Cocktail Bar<br />

During my time at BU, I have gained skills and techniques which have enabled<br />

me to develop my own style of work while understanding how to follow set<br />

briefs. My placement enabled me to apply what I have learnt in a professional<br />

capacity, while also gaining practical and creative knowledge in order to<br />

further my designs.<br />

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Holly Rance<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07825 814757<br />

hollster83@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Boutique Hotel and Luxury Fashion Space<br />

The Boutique Hotel and Luxury Fashion Space will provide a relaxing and<br />

luxurious retreat for the consumer. The fashion area will provide an exclusive<br />

window for selected high end fashion houses; each will present a collection for<br />

a limited period and will adapt the space to their brand.<br />

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Golsa Sefati<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07737 466186<br />

golsasefati@hotmail.com<br />

The Watch Tower<br />

The Watch Tower is an indoor activity centre for children who want to escape,<br />

to engage in independent play time, without undermining the parent’s need<br />

to know of their child’s whereabouts. My journey through the past four years<br />

has transformed me in to a young motivated designer. With the capacity<br />

and willingness to learn so much more, I am prepared to fully engage and<br />

contribute all my existing knowledge and experience.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 147


Christie Stephens<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07857 424168<br />

christieannstephens@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

Create Relief Centre<br />

Art therapy helps people change their attitudes and realise new skills.<br />

Although it is available through the NHS, there is no facility for a variety of<br />

users or a less clinical setting. My intention is to create a modern, interesting,<br />

but relaxed and friendly environment where local artists as well as art therapy<br />

users, can exhibit their work. A place where anyone can go to get in touch with<br />

their creative side that’s beneficial, exciting and available<br />

to everyone.<br />

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Kirsten Vowles<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07515 441659<br />

netstrik85@hotmail.com<br />

E-tailer to Retailer<br />

I have learnt about the importance of construction, psychology, ergonomics<br />

and human behaviour within the interior environment. I propose to design an<br />

innovative conversion from an internet shop (www.healthyshoes.co.uk) to a<br />

concept retail store. Customers will create their own footwear to fit their own<br />

foot characteristics. The interactive shop will be quick and simple to use, just<br />

like the internet store.<br />

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Lei Wang<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07879 482320<br />

ronniesky2002@hotmail.com<br />

Tea in the Past, Present and Future<br />

The concept for the project is based on water and leaves, focusing on the<br />

relationship between people, space and tea. It provides a contemporary<br />

opportunity to think about life while enjoying a cup of tea. This is my second<br />

degree and the extra four years has increased my passion for design, and led<br />

me into another fantastic world. I will keep enjoying it and bringing fun to<br />

people throughout my work.<br />

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Lewis Waugh<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07760 111384<br />

lewis_waugh@hotmail.com<br />

Bournemouth Train Station development<br />

The development utilises the station’s role as the first port of call for many<br />

tourists to the town. Modern design will compliment the building’s iconic<br />

victorian architecture, and create beneficial accommodation space for the user,<br />

as well exhibition space for local businesses. The aim is to promote and boost<br />

the town’s tourism market. My placement year at Path Design (London) was an<br />

invaluable experience. I gained a great insight into the design process where<br />

my concepts were realised in a finished, built environment.<br />

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Andrea Webb<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07731 534096<br />

andex85@yahoo.co.uk<br />

Community and Youth Centre Rebuild<br />

My project focuses on designing an up-to-date community and youth centre<br />

for a rural area. The building will bring the community together and get the<br />

mixed age groups interacting. During my course at BU I have learnt a range of<br />

valuable skills and experiences which I will be able to take into a career in the<br />

profession once the course is complete, and hopefully make my own unique<br />

impact on the design industry.<br />

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Claire Wilkinson<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07931 345 457<br />

cfjwilkinson@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Riverside Gallery & Restaurant, London<br />

I created a social environment that is not only adaptable to its surrounding<br />

climate by being capable of being completely enclosed in cold weather and<br />

opened up in warmer but also complements it by being eco-friendly. I live in<br />

London and the concept was inspired by the lack of places to enjoy a meal or<br />

drink outside come the summer. I have enjoyed my time at BU and found my<br />

placement at Annie Stevens Design to be an invaluable experience.<br />

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Jessica Wilstead<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Interior Design<br />

07896 567093<br />

jlw_2000@msn.com<br />

A Hotel of Decadence<br />

In my final year at BU I am currently in the process of designing the largestscale<br />

project I have tackled throughout the degree. I have created a decadent<br />

hotel in a castle located in South Wales to bring back a sense of extravagance<br />

currently missing from the area. The hotel will provide luxurious surroundings,<br />

accommodation and services for business guests, tourists and wedding parties.<br />

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BA (Hons) (Top-up)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

Jennie Hiett<br />

Course Leader<br />

The BA (Hons) (Top-up) Fashion & Textiles<br />

is an intensive year aimed at developing<br />

individual creativity and professional<br />

practice, and is designed to extend students’<br />

technical and design capabilities to enable<br />

them to develop a personal design style.<br />

The Final Major Project requires six to eight outfits to be<br />

shown as a catwalk collection, including initiating and<br />

completing all aspects of the design process from original<br />

research concept through fabric sourcing, printing and<br />

cutting to final garment production and styling.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 155


Laura Bailey<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07930 156709<br />

mz_laura_bailey@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

Angular Perceptions<br />

A womenswear, Spring/Summer collection comprising of three dimensional<br />

shapes, geometric prints and structured pleats. The range of separates is ultra<br />

feminine with nipped in high waistlines, short skirts and enhanced busts.<br />

The carefully considered colour palette is a blend of whites, yellows and<br />

greys and uses a range of natural and synthetic fibres, sequins and geometric<br />

patterned prints.<br />

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Julia Beeney<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07912 019678<br />

bababeen@aol.com<br />

Locks & Tears<br />

Catalysed from the continuing trend of metallics and metals, I have developed<br />

a rough and dramatic textile reflecting the degradation of rust on metals<br />

intertwined with the lyrics of a passionate love song. Presented on pure silks<br />

with padlocks and chains to capture the wearer in the garment; the contrast of<br />

beauty, love and degradation is continued.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 157


Chantal Clarke<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07903 941987<br />

chantalclarke7@<br />

hotmail.co.uk<br />

English Rose<br />

Inspiration for my collection originates from the unique form and beauty of the<br />

rose and its individual patterns and shapes. Consisting of a strong emphasis on<br />

textiles with use of fabric manipulation and hand dying techniques, combining<br />

soft silks and light cottons with a tonal colour story of luxurious violets and<br />

crimsons. This womenswear collection flows with colour and femininity<br />

intertwined with a soft yet seductive energy.<br />

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Ryan Finch<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07875 957265<br />

ryanjfinch@live.co.uk<br />

Obscure Introspective<br />

This collection is about what people see in things, which began with my<br />

walking the streets armed with a camera and taking pictures of all the<br />

wonderful, obscure and interesting things I saw around me. This led on to<br />

my colour palette of light greys, navy, red, white and polka dots, mixed with<br />

offbeat pattern cutting.<br />

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Rose Kaleke<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07961 626330<br />

rosekaleke@yahoo.com<br />

Past Glories<br />

My final collection originated from my past memories when I used to help my<br />

mum crocheting tables mats etc in Malawi. Inspired by Mrs Beaton’s book of<br />

Needlework, where she joins different motifs to make doilies, I join the motifs<br />

to make garments. My shapes are simple but the textiles within them are<br />

intricate and varied, making each garment unique.<br />

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Elaine Kinney<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07949 569145<br />

elainekinney@<br />

googlemail.com<br />

Razzle Dazzle<br />

My inspiration was dazzle camouflage, a paint scheme used on ships,<br />

mainly during WWI. It consisted of a complex pattern of geometric shapes in<br />

contrasting colours, interrupting and intersecting each other. The colour palette<br />

that I have chosen is black, white and tan. Fabrics are heavy cottons and<br />

leather in a playful mixture of stripes, spots and checks.<br />

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Jo-Anne Lee<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07926 348989<br />

joleejo@tiscali.co.uk<br />

Stark Industrialism<br />

The concept of my collection is to create an essence of structured architecture.<br />

The surface design encorporates unique textiles and dying techniques inspired<br />

by industrial landscapes. Print injects colour and energy into the garments.<br />

My fabric story combines a combination of ultra fine suiting materials, natural<br />

cottons, transparents and rich silks. Colours are jet black, vivid orange,<br />

explosive red and muted steel greys.<br />

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Sasha Longhurst<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07742 856862<br />

sasha_jl@hotmail.co.uk<br />

A Bluer Shade of Grey<br />

A highly innovative women’s wear collection drawing influences from the<br />

sea. Modern and unique pattern cutting skills combined with tonal greys<br />

and luxurious blues. Sportswear fabrics give the garments a street wear<br />

look incorporated with more traditional cottons. Plaiting techniques used to<br />

intertwine the colours and vary the tones and make this collection conceptual<br />

and avant garde.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 163


Samuel Membery<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07904 091056<br />

getsumadis@msn.com<br />

Shirt on the Street<br />

A menswear collection based around the traditional shirt, but why must the<br />

shirt be a formal garment? Each piece is based on an existing garment, passed<br />

through a design filter to result in a quirky retake. Personal op art textiles bring<br />

the style to a tip, complete with small chic caps and sharp white brogues.<br />

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Hanne Mohammed Ali<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07979 926337<br />

hannekachalla@hotmail.com<br />

Restyling 1950s trend<br />

My collection is inspired by the 1950s and Dior’s flattering silhouette – a new<br />

take on a classic English look, creating an exciting, soft feminine and funky<br />

style with a vintage touch. Personalised versions of the traditional polka dot<br />

print in bright candy colours on cool cottons.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 165


James O’Brien<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07738 435411<br />

jamesobrien1@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Homeboy etiquette<br />

Ultra-conceptual street wear rocked with old school 1989 flavour. Luxurious<br />

sports fabrics. Cottons and denims, modern pattern cutting and bold prints will<br />

make you stand out from the crowd. Over-sized hip-hop silhouettes slouching<br />

over rock star skinny leg bottoms. Only for people with soul. Style and cool.<br />

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Fiona Laroux<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07738 278904<br />

fi_fee@hotmail.com<br />

Tie Up The Volume<br />

An exploration of the ancient art of Japanese rope bondage which culminates<br />

in a marriage of over the top volume to playful proportions, held together by<br />

silk rope. A bright and vivid colour story makes an interesting contrast to the<br />

dark nature of the theme, peacock blue and bubblegum pink are toned down<br />

with occasional flashes of elephant grey. The fabric story is made up of luxury<br />

Venetian wool’s, nude organza, silky satin and sexy leather.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 167


Francesca Saragaglia<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07832 199681<br />

slesia27@hotmail.com<br />

La Dolce Vita<br />

Inspired by the Italian flourishing 1950s, my collection takes us back in time,<br />

through the alleys of Rome, where woman’s femininity explodes, in form of<br />

joy, freedom and light-heartedness. A game of gathers and curves enhances<br />

a voluptuous silhouette, the micro fibre fabrics are kept plain and simple not<br />

to distract the eye from the shape, and the subtle tones reflect the innate<br />

elegance of that period.<br />

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Emma Savill<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07872 177732<br />

emmasavill_9@hotmail.com<br />

Geek Geometrics<br />

Imagine something abstract yet clean-cut, structured, sophisticated and<br />

chic. The garments spill with character and envelope into architectural folds<br />

and pleats. Bold graphic prints lie among sheer and see through fabrics. The<br />

silhouette, refined shapes, layers and bound edges create a geeky, oversized,<br />

yet modernistic look.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 169


Elizabeth Stanbridge<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07840 026319<br />

Elizabeth_Stanbridge@<br />

hotmail.co.uk<br />

Re-inventing the Past<br />

Reminiscent of the 1800s, with a modern twist, this women’s wear collection,<br />

reinvents past silhouettes. Using Photoshop, traditional William Morris floral<br />

prints are mixed with modern day symbols to create unique surface decoration<br />

for a street wear collection. My colour palette is unpredictable contrasted<br />

muted brights, which reflect today’s urban lifestyle.<br />

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Amie Strycharczuk<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07887 652110<br />

Blue Velvet<br />

My collection is inspired and influenced by John Galliano’s dramatic stamp<br />

on the fashion industry, not only the flamboyant designs of his outfits but also<br />

the vivid makeup of his models. The textile technique I have used to re-invent<br />

velvet was discovered during my textile innovation project. The colour palette<br />

uses affluent shades of ruby, bottle green, and midnight blue as luxurious<br />

surface manipulated, self-interpreted velvets.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 171


Wendy Thomas<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07845 227228<br />

xweebsx@hotmail.co.uk<br />

Calculated Curves<br />

This collection seeks to combine two extreme body shapes past and present,<br />

transforming the current ‘boyish’, ‘heroin’ look to achieve an innovative<br />

exaggerated hourglass silhouette. The use of silicone breast forms and hip and<br />

buttock pads technically encased within an array of 1950s-influenced garments<br />

achieve a natural, yet dramatic, shape.<br />

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Lucie Wallingford<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07508 017078<br />

loobysnacks@hotmail.com<br />

Urban Dubwear<br />

With inspiration drawn from the up and coming, underground Dubstep scene,<br />

I have created a fresh, young womenswear collection. The garments are<br />

designed to enable the body of the wearer to move freely while at an all night<br />

dubstep rave. Not just standard sportswear but subtle, unique garments with<br />

innovative textile prints and appliqué detail. Fresh, edgy and sexy.<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> 2008 173


Sophie Watson<br />

BA (Hons)<br />

Fashion & Textiles<br />

07807 538204<br />

sophiewatson740@<br />

hotmail.com<br />

Urban & Rural Intertwine<br />

This collection is a new and exiting mixture of the contrasting shapes and lines<br />

found in Urban and Rural settings. It features the harsh lines and structure<br />

of urban settlements mixed with the volume of foliage and the soft flowing<br />

shapes of the countryside. The colour palette is modern and vibrant, featuring<br />

colours such as purple and silvery greys.<br />

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Tesco is the world’s third largest retailer; as such there are many<br />

opportunities for you at Tesco. Tesco Design Projects designs &<br />

develops everything for a store, working with many of the best<br />

design agencies in the country.<br />

The picture above shows our latest environmental store design including<br />

sustainable materials. We are committed to combating climate change and<br />

this is one of a number of projects aimed at cutting our carbon footprint.<br />

Find out more about Tesco at www.tesco.com<br />

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DEK is a global provider of advanced materials deposition technologies<br />

including printing equipment platforms, stencils and precision screens<br />

used in electronics pre-placement subassembly, semiconductor<br />

wafer manufacture, and alternative energy component production.<br />

As a technology leader with a state-of-the-art manufacturing base in<br />

Weymouth, DEK is always looking for talented people to join its team.<br />

For more information, visit www.dek.com.<br />

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Postgraduate Study<br />

MSc Project Management<br />

produces graduates who understand<br />

and can employ modern engineering<br />

management and technical tools,<br />

and are able to spearhead and<br />

manage the development of new<br />

products and engineering projects.<br />

MSc Sustainable Product Design<br />

explores a key issue within product<br />

design. Awareness, understanding<br />

and integration of sustainable<br />

development issues within the<br />

design process are the underlying<br />

themes of this course.<br />

MA Product Design Management<br />

focuses on the management of<br />

design. The subject area covers<br />

product development at both ends,<br />

from initial brief and research,<br />

through to manufacture.<br />

MSc Rapid Product Development<br />

provides in-depth knowledge<br />

and understanding of modern<br />

product design and development<br />

methods. It also covers the use<br />

of modern technologies such as<br />

computer aided design, computer<br />

aided engineering, design and<br />

manufacturing simulation,<br />

rapid prototyping and rapid<br />

manufacturing.<br />

MSc Product Design <strong>Innovation</strong><br />

provides an overview of<br />

current technologies and tools<br />

for effectively implementing<br />

technology in design to prove and<br />

realise a product independently.<br />

The enabling power of technology<br />

is employed in the product design<br />

process to reduce the number of<br />

iterations required to validate and<br />

communicate the solution.<br />

For further details of these<br />

courses please visit www.dec.<br />

bournemouth.ac.uk/postgraduate<br />

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Advertise your company here…<br />

…and be seen by more than 3,500 people<br />

The Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong> typically attracts over<br />

1,500 visitors from industry and the general public during its<br />

invitation-only launch night and three-day general opening.<br />

Sponsoring the Festival provides a valuable opportunity to raise the profile<br />

of your company and network with the inventors and entrepreneurs of<br />

tomorrow.<br />

For more information please contact Helen Stickland on 07725 781813 or<br />

email hstickland@bournemouth.ac.uk<br />

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Grid Law provides a range of commercial services but<br />

specialises in the protection, exploitation and enforcement<br />

of intellectual property rights. We can help you realise the<br />

true value of your ideas by providing advice at all stages of<br />

the design and commercialisation process.<br />

In the early days, we can advise what forms of protection are available and<br />

then assist with the negotiation and preparation of licence agreements.<br />

If your idea is copied without your permission we can take legal action to<br />

recover compensation and help ensure that future copying is prevented.<br />

For more information, please call David Walker or visit our website at<br />

www.gridlaw.com<br />

Tel: 01202 961342<br />

Email: dwalker@gridlaw.com<br />

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For any further information about the Festival of Design & <strong>Innovation</strong>,<br />

please contact the Festival Team:<br />

Helen Stickland - Sponsorship and Event Manager<br />

hstickland@bournemouth.ac.uk<br />

Emma Bennett - Marketing and Promotions<br />

ebennett@bournemouth.ac.uk<br />

Rodger Page - Web Developer<br />

rpage@bournemouth.ac.uk

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