Ava Raterman
Undergraduate
I am driven to be an extension of nature's toolbox, designing with and for the environment. Risks don't scare me, and I believe I design with that mindset. My most prominent skills are building with my hands, but I am learning the key 2D skills of industrial design. I have an affinity for organic, serene designs. My management and interpersonal skills allow me to work well with my peers and mentors. I am confident about what I want, yet I keep an open mind to other's ideas. My ability to adapt to my environment and face challenges headfirst has really proven itself this year. While I take my work seriously, I like to stay free flowing and playful which is shown through my designs.
Design Movement Project
Research Teammates: Hannah Wittenstein, Sidney Swanstrom, Uzoma Offor
Product design: Solo
Class: ID 1101 | Instructor: Kevin Shankwiler
The third studio project was our introduction to CAD modeling and branding. We researched a design movement, our team was assigned Mid-Century Modernism. We also created a brand name, logo, and philosophy which broadened our design skills. I am now exposed to rendering and photoshopping rendered images into a realistic setting. I really enjoyed the relationship with the product in conjunction with my brand aesthetic.
Pepper Grinder Project
Class: ID 1101 | Instructor: Kevin Shankwiler
Project two was intensive on proportional analysis and hierarchy. I used Adobe Illustrator to create a Pepper grinder with circle unit proportions. A classmate and I also did a texture study from our environment to decode and encode a texture for our product. Using foam core, I created a ribs & stringers model to communicate my product in 3D.
Ergonomics Project
Research Teammates: Ankith Ratakonda, Brendan Oshida, Giana Phan
Design: Solo
Class: ID 1101 | Instructor: Kevin Shankwiler
Project one was focused on ergonomics and form development. With a team, we researched an existing tool handle to redesign. Using modeling clay we tested our handle for comfort and usability. I did two significant redesigns after receiving feedback from users. I really enjoyed modeling with clay in this project because I have a lot of experience with clay.