Design Portfolio

Philip HovanessianIndustrial Graphic Conceptual6 5 0 _ 3 0 2 _ 3 2 4 [email protected]

Professional Work

Elektronicsweg 222628 XG DelftThe Netherlandsphone +31 (0)15 275 [email protected]

FLEX was contracted by the national internet service provider of Holland, KPN, to develope an ultra-user-friendly packaging solution for their customers who choose to install the hardware and software of their high speed internet service. Some of the particularily novel solutions of this packaging are labeled and illustrated boxes for the various components, color coded installation instructions, and use of cost effective and eco-friendly materials

FLEX/theINNOVATIONLAB

KPNHigh Speed Internet Self Install Kit

Professional Work

Elektronicsweg 222628 XG DelftThe Netherlandsphone +31 (0)15 275 [email protected]

FLEX/theINNOVATIONLAB

Grolsch BeerPackaging RedesignCreated concepts for the signature swing-top bottle design of the Grolsch beer brand, plastic case and Pilsch bottle. Created concepts by hand sketching and Solidworks models of bottles and layouts for the plastic case.

SKILSAWAppearance RedesignTasked to redesign the outer appearance of the new model Skil Circular Saw. Handle, blade cover, motor housing and handles were redesigned.

EDUCATION & ACHIEVEMENTS_ Arizona State University 2003-2007

Bachelor of Science, Industrial Design_Emphasis in group work, quick ideation, quick sketching, design strategy, manufacturing/materials, concept development, product research, project management, quantitative/qualitative research.

Bachelor of Arts, Design Management_Emphasis in relational, group, and international communication, business management, supply chain management.

President, College of Design College Council_2006-2007, Arizona State University

WORK EXPERIENCE_

Modal DesignWorks, Intern3/07 - 9/07, Tempe, AZ_Studied the processing of raw materials and the manufacturing of plastic parts._Acquired practical knowledge of lean manufacturing from the design of individual parts._Finished prototypes and prepared parts for painting.

Flex The Innovation Lab, InternSummer 2006, Delft, Holland_Assisted design teams and individual designers in creating design concepts in the form of quick sketches and Adobe renderings._Designed concepts for packaging for various purposes, including stacking boxes, containers for perishables, and maximizing space on pallets._Team-oriented concept generation, quick sketching, product research, concept & form development._3-D computer modeling, model making

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT_

Scott Robertson Adobe Photoshop Workshop_Completed a three-hour Photoshop rendering and digital painting workshop during an annual industrial design festival.

Sketch Workshops _Completed dozens of timed exercises in quickly ideating, sketching, rendering and presenting design concept given 20 minutes for completion.

Philip Arthur Hovanessian

OBJECTIVE__Provide product design, creative concepts, quick ideation, and interesting perspective to a design team.

TECHNICAL SKILLS_

Industrial Design_Comprehensive Research_Market Analyzation_Rapid Sketching_Idea Generation_Concept Development_2D Illustration

_Rhinoceros, Solidworks_Model Creation/Fabrication_Concept Sketching_Product Photography_Effective Presentation_Love to work under pressure

Computer Knowledge_Mac and PC compatible_Adobe Photoshop_Adobe Illustrator_MS Office Suite_Rhino 3D_Solidworks

Objective: To create a product concept to assist Stage I & II Alzheimer’s patients with everyday living in the Intel Smart Home concept.

Sponsored Project - IntelSenior YearFall 06 - Spring 07’

Design Language Inspirations

The Levet Toilet is a mobility assisting product which will gently raise and lower the user from a standing position to sitting and visa versa. It will also includes a sensor for monitoring the health of the user and will send the necessary information to all stakeholders, such as doctors, nurses, and family, in order to moniter the health of the user and provide constant updates for the user’s diet and medication needs.

The key features, functions, and details of the Levet Toilet were created with the sole intention of preserving the dignity and independance of the user. It is designed to significantly reduce, if not, eliminate the need of having a caregiver or a family member assist the user while using the restroom.

concept sketches

Streamlining ExerciseSophomore yearSpring 05’

A Samsung MP3 player plugs into this handheld unit. The handheld unit is a Bluetooth transmitter, while the MP3 Player itself controls all audio functions including equalizer and volume. This minimizes the need for buttons on the both the handheld and the base unit.

Wireless MP3 Music Station

Inspirations

1“ Tweeters (4)

Handheld Unit

2‘’ Bass Drivers (2)Subwoofer and Bass Horn

Because the MP3 player contains all of the necessary elements to operate the music station, such as the volume, equalizer and radio control, there is no need to place any buttons or displays on the main unit. This allows the design of the station to be more of an artistic expression.

Because the MP3 player contains all of the necessary elements to operate the music station,such as the volume, equalizer and radio control, there is no need to place any buttons or displayson the main unit. This allows the design of the station to be more of an artistic expression.

Solophire

Tipping PitcherObjective: The creative of product that will assist with daily life in the home. The project had a heavy emphasis in ergonomics

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Housewares Project Junior YearFall 05’

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Demographics

Simply push the “Pitcher Lock” button to allow the CERV to tip, while holding one of the two handles. Tip the CERV from the third handle so as to avoid any wrist strain and to ensure effortless, precision pouring into the cup.

Objective: Redesign the metalshear. Because it is a tool that is less commonly used, the typical metalshear has many design flaws that can be improved by a complete re-evaluation of the design.

Power Tool RedesignJunior YearSpring 06’

The Reaver handheld shear is a complete redesign of the metal shear. It addresses the many problems found with the more common designs in the market today, such as the power cord placement, wrist strain, and weight distribution.

It is also an attempt to change the overall perseption of the metal shear as a tool. By completely revolutionizing the way in way in which the user operates a power tool, the goal of creating a metal shear that the user would want to use more often.

Inspirations

Power Tool Redesignconcept sketches and design process

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After pulling the magnetic sleeve on, grip handle and push up until the magnets connect.

After cutting, push either of the two release buttons on the backside to disengage magnets and remove from sleeve

Philip HovanessianIndustrial Graphic Conceptual6 5 0 _ 3 0 2 _ 3 2 4 [email protected]