A bicycle with integrated, lengthened seat which allows the rider to adjust posture while riding and prevent back muscle and arm muscle fatigue. The looped handle also provide versatile ways for arms to rest on.
urban cruise bike
flexcam
This is a foldable, flexible digital camera for girls age 15-25. The silicone over-mold material gives it a tactile touch while also enable the camera to be folded. Users can put the device into their pocket or hang around their neck as jewelry.
womb crib
A therapeutic device for children who is physiologically detached from parents for one reason or another. The design of the crib emulate the experience of the unborn child in the womb, that is warm,nurturing and safe. By re-experiencing the womb, the child is reunited with parent’s love, and as a result, regain the feeling of beloved, safe, and supported.
paper punch form study
A school project, I was asked to explore the form of an existing product, and I chose the paper punch.
Even though I liked how durable and cost effective the current product is, I was not satisfied with the product’s aesthetics and ergonomics. Being part of stationary product, the paper punch looks very “industrial” and is often difficult to use due to the narrow metal handle.
Thus, I proposed to create a punch that focus on the product aesthetics and User experience.
The explorations range from geometric to organic, utilitarian to sculptural.
barrier free design
This is a project to design an everyday object for disabled people. My concept is a kitchen knife that is intended for single-handed use. The spring loaded side attachment helps to press down the objects, and prevent them from sliding or rolling away while cutting.
XIJIN LAI HIRAGA 