Tuesday 8 June 2010

Redesign - sketching

The design of the object in the previous post had been with me a long time, I think I was drawn to it and didn't really push the shape further once I had designed that one. After some careful consideration and a few encouraging talks from my peers, I decided to spend a few days sketching the form and smoothing out any design faults.




Much nicer shape - good, vibrant colours also. The detail of the grip is a consideration - will the final be made from plastic, will it be rotationally moulded (process used for watering cans), and will it have any features such as grip?


A little too much like a watering can - the curves of the spout, handle and holder don't work together.

Much better, spout and handle point in same direction - 'leaning back' look is pleasing.

Developed shape - more curves than the previous form.


More like an attachment - simplified handle. Interesting ridging detail on the side of the base unit - would look great in chrome.


Almost wishbone-shaped, with a slight twist. The object may be slighty top-heavy - making it more likely to topple over (develop the shape to prevent this)


Lip at the back makes a simplified handle - saves doubling up (bottle is already one).

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