http://parislowitz.com Paris Lowitz Design Fri, 17 Dec 2010 13:36:21 +0000 http://parislowitz.com en http://parislowitz.com/East-Liberty-Pittsburgh-Park http://parislowitz.com/following/parislowitz.com/East-Liberty-Pittsburgh-Park Fri, 17 Dec 2010 13:36:21 +0000 Paris Lowitz Design 866134 The goal for this project was to design an outdoor space for the East Liberty neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA. This project was done with David Yen, Allen Cai, and Colleen Grogan. The East Liberty Park is an outdoor space designed to respond to and fulfill the needs of the East Liberty community, and enhance the lives of the patrons that strengthens the neighborhood identity. East Liberty is a neighborhood in a fluctuating state, a complicated history of botched development projects brought the area to economic turmoil which has only recently subsided. Recently, new developments are becoming integrated into the area, forming two distinct identities within the community. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 4.png" width="670" height="303" width_o="1127" height_o="510" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 4_o.png" data-mid="4195440" border="0" align="left"/> A key observation was that moreso than other neighborhoods, residents utilize public space as conversation space, engaging with each other as well as local shop owners at the intersection of S Highland Ave and Penn Ave. Other elements of the neighborhoods cultural identity are the area shops, clubs, murals, and local organizations. The bus loop at Penn Circle and Penn Avenue will soon be removed as part of the Penn Circle Two Way Conversion Project. As a result, a new landing space will be created as an entrance point from the busway below. This created an opportinity for an interactive space that would have otherwise been a pedestrian traffic peninsula. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 3.png" width="670" height="300" width_o="1130" height_o="507" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 3_o.png" data-mid="4195424" border="0" align="left"/> The bus loop, situated one and a half blocks from the heart of East Liberty (intersection of Highland and Penn Ave), would have patrons both staying for leisure and waiting for the bus. We examined the sources of traffic and flow of the space based on it’s function as an entrance to East Liberty. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 2.png" width="670" height="311" width_o="1129" height_o="525" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 2_o.png" data-mid="4195414" border="0" align="left"/> The various amenities offered by the park make it useful and attractive to users at day and night. Seating provides a resting place for shoppers from nearby East Liberty boutiques, East Side shops, and the incoming Target location. The open space and green features provide a more hospitable place for casual outdoor conversation, a dening characteristic of East Liberty. At night, the lighting functions as a beacon of safety in an otherwise poorly lit and potentially dangerous area. Secondary lights situated behind benches increase in intensity in response to the presence of people, while primary lighting emits an ambient glow keeping the park well lit. A raised terrace serves as a slightly elevated performance space for local artists to entertain in a public space. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 7.png" width="670" height="374" width_o="942" height_o="527" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 7_o.png" data-mid="4197056" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 1.png" width="670" height="344" width_o="942" height_o="484" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 1_o.png" data-mid="4197045" border="0" align="left"/> The signage carries a design showing a simplied map of East Liberty with the park marked, indicating that the park is just an entrance into the neighborhood. The light posts provide primary lighting at the entry points to the park. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 5.png" width="670" height="373" width_o="944" height_o="526" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 5_o.png" data-mid="4197050" border="0" align="left"/> We identied that music was a strong part of East Liberty’s identity. The terrace serves as a space in which local artists can give casual performances. When not serving this function, the terrace provides sheltered seating. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 2_1.png" width="670" height="374" width_o="944" height_o="528" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 2_1_o.png" data-mid="4197047" border="0" align="left"/> A row of outdoor “garden lights” behind the benches provide conversation level lighting which increase intensity in response to user presence. The gradual pulsing and fading of lights glowing in the park informs passerby of the park’s life. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 3_2.png" width="670" height="378" width_o="941" height_o="531" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 3_2_o.png" data-mid="4197048" border="0" align="left"/> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 4_3.png" width="670" height="388" width_o="945" height_o="548" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866134/Picture 4_3_o.png" data-mid="4197049" border="0" align="left"/> The goal for this project was to design an outdoor space for the East Liberty neighborhood in Pittsburgh, PA. This project was done with David Yen, Allen Cai, and... http://parislowitz.com/GM-Future-Car-Interactions http://parislowitz.com/following/parislowitz.com/GM-Future-Car-Interactions Fri, 17 Dec 2010 12:51:10 +0000 Paris Lowitz Design 866043 UNDER CONSTRUCTION For this project sponsored by General Motors, me and fellow designer Nick Hagelin investigated and designed new interactions and experiences for autonomous vehicles of the future. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866043/page7.jpg" width="670" height="433" width_o="2048" height_o="1325" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866043/page7_o.jpg" data-mid="4195466" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866043/dash5.jpg" width="670" height="375" width_o="1280" height_o="718" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/866043/dash5_o.jpg" data-mid="4195517" border="0" align="left"/> UNDER CONSTRUCTION For this project sponsored by General Motors, me and fellow designer Nick Hagelin investigated and designed new interactions and experiences for... http://parislowitz.com/Chair http://parislowitz.com/following/parislowitz.com/Chair Sun, 12 Dec 2010 20:03:00 +0000 Paris Lowitz Design 853188 This chair was inspired by 21st century modern design. Its simplicity is in its form and materials. The seat pan can be easily removed from from the base to allow for more efficient shipping. Materials: Plywood Aluminum (base) Vinyl (upholstery) A mold was made out of MDF for bending ply to be formed over in a vacuum bag. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/photo 1.JPG" width="670" height="500" width_o="2048" height_o="1529" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/photo 1_o.JPG" data-mid="4136011" border="0" align="left"/> <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/photo 2.JPG" width="670" height="500" width_o="2048" height_o="1529" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/photo 2_o.JPG" data-mid="4136013" border="0" align="left"/> The bent ply was then removed from the bag and trimmed down to the desired shape and size. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/photo 3.JPG" width="670" height="500" width_o="2048" height_o="1529" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/photo 3_o.JPG" data-mid="4136017" border="0" align="left"/> After having the chair upholstered, the seat pan was attached to the base using 4 threaded inserts embedded into the seat. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/IMG_3072.jpg" width="670" height="1006" width_o="2048" height_o="3076" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/IMG_3072_o.jpg" data-mid="4195266" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/IMG_3075.jpg" width="670" height="1006" width_o="2048" height_o="3076" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/IMG_3075_o.jpg" data-mid="4195274" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/IMG_3076.jpg" width="670" height="1006" width_o="2048" height_o="3076" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/IMG_3076_o.jpg" data-mid="4195277" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/IMG_3078.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/IMG_3078_o.jpg" data-mid="4195281" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/IMG_3080.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/853188/IMG_3080_o.jpg" data-mid="4195290" border="0" align="left"/> This chair was inspired by 21st century modern design. Its simplicity is in its form and materials. The seat pan can be easily removed from from the base to allow... http://parislowitz.com/IVY http://parislowitz.com/following/parislowitz.com/IVY Sun, 12 Dec 2010 18:12:06 +0000 Paris Lowitz Design 852954 IVY is a modular shelving system that grows on your wall according to your lifestyle. It can adapt to your environment and can evolve to live in different habitats. IVY grew out of a need to have a modular shelving system that can adapt to the users lifestyle changes. The goal of the project was to make it so that assembly and wall hanging of the shelves would be as effortless as possible. Featured on: http://mocoloco.com/fresh2/2010/12/29/ivy-modular-shelving-by-paris-lowitz.php http://www.morfae.com/0619-lowitz/ http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/01/19/super-modular-modular-shelving/ http://www.habitables.co.uk/interior/paris-lowitz-ivy-modular-shelving http://www.designspotter.com/product/2010/12/IVY.html http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ivy-modular-shelving-systems http://www.housemode.net/ivy-modular-shelving-system-from-paris-lowitz/ Three different shelving systems were designed. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/Picture 2.png" width="670" height="266" width_o="1080" height_o="429" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/Picture 2_o.png" data-mid="4196792" border="0" align="left"/> IVY allows the user to configure and reconfigure the assembled layout of the shelves with ease. Each user can create unique custom configurations utilizing as little or as many shelves as desired. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy1_finalbip.70a.jpg" width="670" height="328" width_o="1920" height_o="940" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy1_finalbip.70a_o.jpg" data-mid="4168355" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy1_finalbip.65.jpg" width="670" height="377" width_o="1920" height_o="1083" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy1_finalbip.65_o.jpg" data-mid="4196619" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy2.72C.jpg" width="670" height="452" width_o="2048" height_o="1382" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy2.72C_o.jpg" data-mid="4168356" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy2.87.jpg" width="670" height="377" width_o="1920" height_o="1083" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy2.87_o.jpg" data-mid="4196624" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy3_final.73a.jpg" width="670" height="506" width_o="2034" height_o="1538" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy3_final.73a_o.jpg" data-mid="4168358" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy3_final.86.jpg" width="670" height="377" width_o="1920" height_o="1083" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy3_final.86_o.jpg" data-mid="4196625" border="0" align="left"/> Each shelf is shipped in three pieces to minimize shipping size. Shelves are assembled at home using keyhole fasteners that are already integrated into the pieces.The same keyhole fasteners are also used to attach each shelf to the wall. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy2_single.83.jpg" width="670" height="375" width_o="2048" height_o="1146" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy2_single.83_o.jpg" data-mid="4196659" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/Picture 1.png" width="670" height="286" width_o="1092" height_o="467" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/Picture 1_o.png" data-mid="4196670" border="0" align="left"/> I made full size models of 2 of the 3 shelves to show a proof of concept of the keyhole fasteners, as well as materials and scale. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/photo.JPG" width="670" height="500" width_o="2048" height_o="1529" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/photo_o.JPG" data-mid="4196830" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/IVY1.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/IVY1_o.jpg" data-mid="4070786" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/IVY2.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1362" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/IVY2_o.jpg" data-mid="4070790" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy2_model1.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy2_model1_o.jpg" data-mid="4196715" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy2_model2.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/ivy2_model2_o.jpg" data-mid="4196719" border="0" align="left"/> At the senior design show, I made lasercut magnets in the shapes of the 3 shelves that allowed people to arrange the pieces in their own custom configurations. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/156351_1305037580452_1065870146_31299870_1272579_n.jpg" width="670" height="447" width_o="720" height_o="481" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/156351_1305037580452_1065870146_31299870_1272579_n_o.jpg" data-mid="4196818" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/IVY_magnets1.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/852954/IVY_magnets1_o.jpg" data-mid="4070791" border="0" align="left"/> IVY is a modular shelving system that grows on your wall according to your lifestyle. It can adapt to your environment and can evolve to live in different habitats.... http://parislowitz.com/Kinetic-Visualizer http://parislowitz.com/following/parislowitz.com/Kinetic-Visualizer Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:18:32 +0000 Paris Lowitz Design 730039 The purpose of this project was to create a moving object that created an artistic visualization. Using clear PVC pipes the were bent to the desired shapes, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow computer printer inks are funneled through the pipes and dripped out of the bottom onto a piece of paper. Acrylic stoppers towards the top of each pipe control the drip rate of each ink. As the device rotates, the ink creates different radial patterns. Once one piece of paper is done, another piece can be placed underneath, and more ink is added to create new, completely unique prints. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/730039/lowitz_paris_visualizer.jpg" width="670" height="1006" width_o="2048" height_o="3076" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/730039/lowitz_paris_visualizer_o.jpg" data-mid="4168061" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/730039/lowitz_paris_visualizer3.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/730039/lowitz_paris_visualizer3_o.jpg" data-mid="4168065" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/730039/lowitz_paris_visualizer4.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/730039/lowitz_paris_visualizer4_o.jpg" data-mid="4168070" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/730039/lowitz_paris_visualizer5.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/730039/lowitz_paris_visualizer5_o.jpg" data-mid="4168073" border="0" align="left"/> The purpose of this project was to create a moving object that created an artistic visualization. Using clear PVC pipes the were bent to the desired shapes, Cyan,... http://parislowitz.com/Transducer-Radio http://parislowitz.com/following/parislowitz.com/Transducer-Radio Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:16:44 +0000 Paris Lowitz Design 729885 This radio was designed to create a new, unique interaction for listening to AM/FM bandwidths. I utilized a surface transducer, which when placed on a surface, uses the vibrations of the transducer to amplify the sound through the surface. Different surfaces create different sounds. Capitalizing on this idea, I created a device that the user carries in one hand, and with the other hand places the transducer on different surfaces to explore the different acoustic qualities of different materials. Locking and rotating the transducer into the bottom dial on the main body changes the station, and the top dial changes the volume. Also, when the transducer is placed in one of these dials, the sound is amplified through the device itself. Switches on the side of the device turn it on/off, and switch from AM/FM. This was a fully functional prototype, using the components from an existing radio, and adapting them to work within my concept. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/729885/lowitz_paris_radio 11.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/729885/lowitz_paris_radio 11_o.jpg" data-mid="3468708" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/729885/lowitz_paris_radio 3.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/729885/lowitz_paris_radio 3_o.jpg" data-mid="3468701" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/729885/lowitz_paris_radio 2.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/729885/lowitz_paris_radio 2_o.jpg" data-mid="3468693" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/729885/lowitz_paris_radio 5.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/729885/lowitz_paris_radio 5_o.jpg" data-mid="4136307" border="0" align="left"/> This radio was designed to create a new, unique interaction for listening to AM/FM bandwidths. I utilized a surface transducer, which when placed on a surface, uses... http://parislowitz.com/Stereo-for-the-Blind http://parislowitz.com/following/parislowitz.com/Stereo-for-the-Blind Sun, 24 Oct 2010 13:47:21 +0000 Paris Lowitz Design 727218 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Many products today fail to truly address a universal audience. In many cases, products are not designed with visually impaired people in mind, and they are therefore excluded. One of these products is a stereo. Stereos are becoming more and more complex everyday, with more and more features being added as technology improves. Stereos can have many dials that are the same, and a blind person would not be able to tell the difference between them. Stereos fall short of being inclusive. With the loss of sight, the senses of touch and hearing become a blind persons most important assets. A stereo needs to cater to both senses. My goal for this project was to create a stereo that is inclusive of both blind and sighted people. Featured on: http://www.designspotter.com/product/2009/12/Stereo-for-the-Blind.html http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/stereo-for-the-blind-caters-all-audiophiles/ http://www.colourlessdesign.com/wp/2009/12/04/‘stereo-for-the-blind’-caters-to-all-audiophiles/ <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727218/blind1.jpg" width="670" height="446" width_o="679" height_o="453" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727218/blind1_o.jpg" data-mid="4227012" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727218/blind2.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="2048" height_o="1363" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727218/blind2_o.jpg" data-mid="4227028" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727218/stereo_final.88.jpg" width="670" height="377" width_o="1024" height_o="577" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727218/stereo_final.88_o.jpg" data-mid="4227009" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727218/stereo_final.89.jpg" width="670" height="377" width_o="1024" height_o="577" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727218/stereo_final.89_o.jpg" data-mid="4227052" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727218/4010930851_3c3babdbfb_b.jpg" width="670" height="446" width_o="1024" height_o="683" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727218/4010930851_3c3babdbfb_b_o.jpg" data-mid="4136429" border="0" align="left"/> UNDER CONSTRUCTION Many products today fail to truly address a universal audience. In many cases, products are not designed with visually impaired people in mind,... http://parislowitz.com/Vessel http://parislowitz.com/following/parislowitz.com/Vessel Sun, 24 Oct 2010 13:45:37 +0000 Paris Lowitz Design 727213 For this project, I designed and constructed a plant vessel for the Burro's Tail plant. The vessel hangs from a thin wire to accommodate the Burro's Tail natural hanging qualities. Form choices and proportional relationships were carefully considered so that the vessel would present the plant in an appropriate and aesthetic way, as well as interface well with it's contextual environment. Materials: Styrene Plastic Featured on: http://www.hometone.com/entry/paris-lowitzs-plant-vessel-promises-decorate-roof-aesthetically/ <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727213/Lowitz_Paris_Rotoform_ 029.jpg" width="670" height="442" width_o="2048" height_o="1353" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727213/Lowitz_Paris_Rotoform_ 029_o.jpg" data-mid="4136470" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727213/Lowitz_Paris_Rotoform_ 030.jpg" width="670" height="791" width_o="1876" height_o="2215" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727213/Lowitz_Paris_Rotoform_ 030_o.jpg" data-mid="4136471" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727213/Lowitz_Paris_Rotoform_ 031.jpg" width="670" height="1014" width_o="1998" height_o="3024" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727213/Lowitz_Paris_Rotoform_ 031_o.jpg" data-mid="4136473" border="0" align="left"/> For this project, I designed and constructed a plant vessel for the Burro's Tail plant. The vessel hangs from a thin wire to accommodate the Burro's Tail natural... http://parislowitz.com/Spatula http://parislowitz.com/following/parislowitz.com/Spatula Sun, 24 Oct 2010 13:43:57 +0000 Paris Lowitz Design 727205 My goal for this project was to create a spatula that brought its most basic characteristics together to create a simple fluid form that inspired interaction and usage. Materials: Maple <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727205/plowitz_01.jpg" width="670" height="445" width_o="900" height_o="599" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727205/plowitz_01_o.jpg" data-mid="4136466" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727205/plowitz_02.jpg" width="670" height="482" width_o="900" height_o="648" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727205/plowitz_02_o.jpg" data-mid="4136467" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727205/plowitz_03.jpg" width="599" height="900" width_o="599" height_o="900" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727205/plowitz_03_o.jpg" data-mid="4136468" border="0" align="left"/> My goal for this project was to create a spatula that brought its most basic characteristics together to create a simple fluid form that inspired interaction and... http://parislowitz.com/Minimal-Watch http://parislowitz.com/following/parislowitz.com/Minimal-Watch Sun, 24 Oct 2010 13:42:39 +0000 Paris Lowitz Design 727196 Targeted especially at the young professional segment in the 25-35 year old age group, the Emporio Armani brand supposedly provides contemporary designs that are relevant to the target customers. However, when looking at the line of Emporio Armani watches, one can clearly see that the brand language is more classic than contemporary. Emporio Armani is currently lacking a truly contemporary and unique watch design. To solve this problem, I have designed a watch that updates the Emporio Armani watch style, while still maintaining classic proportions and appeal. The watch not only acts as a timepiece, but also as a fashion accessory. Process work to come! <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/ParisLowitz_MinimalWatch(3).jpg" width="670" height="376" width_o="2048" height_o="1151" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/ParisLowitz_MinimalWatch(3)_o.jpg" data-mid="4168417" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/untitled.64.jpg" width="670" height="376" width_o="1024" height_o="576" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/untitled.64_o.jpg" data-mid="4136435" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/ParisLowitz_MinimalWatch(2)_2.jpg" width="670" height="376" width_o="2048" height_o="1151" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/ParisLowitz_MinimalWatch(2)_2_o.jpg" data-mid="4168415" border="0" align="left"/> The watch has several display options that can be cycled through by pressing the side dial. <img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/Picture 1.png" width="358" height="625" width_o="358" height_o="625" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/Picture 1_o.png" data-mid="4195327" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/ParisLowitz_MinimalWatch(4).jpg" width="670" height="376" width_o="2048" height_o="1151" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/ParisLowitz_MinimalWatch(4)_o.jpg" data-mid="4168419" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/untitled.91.jpg" width="670" height="503" width_o="766" height_o="576" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/untitled.91_o.jpg" data-mid="4168433" border="0" align="left"/><img src="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/untitled.104.jpg" width="553" height="574" width_o="553" height_o="574" src_o="http://payload.cargocollective.com/1/1/57303/727196/untitled.104_o.jpg" data-mid="4168434" border="0" align="left"/> Targeted especially at the young professional segment in the 25-35 year old age group, the Emporio Armani brand supposedly provides contemporary designs that are...