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with Elric Petit
As part of the CITY TREES project, students were invited to design an object in connection with a tree of their choice within the urban landscape of Lausanne. Drawing inspiration from dendrology, they observed an existing tree and envisioned a subtle, respectful, and reversible intervention. The aim was to highlight the unique characteristics of the tree while ensuring the project harmoniously blended into its surroundings.
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with Christophe Guberan
In collaboration with a local craftsman, the students designed a reusable packaging solution suitable for production in a little series. The project aimed to enhance the value of an everyday food product while addressing current challenges related to transport, sustainability, and the second life of packaging. The intervention had to be simple, functional, and eco-friendly, offering a purpose beyond its original packaging function.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Stéphane Halmaï-Voisard
The first-year students of the Bachelor in Industrial Design (BADI) at ECAL, under the direction of Stéphane Halmaï-Voisard, head of BADI, embarked on a project to design their own unique interpretations of a Bluetooth speaker. This project challenged the students to work creatively within the constraints of an existing kit of technical components, encouraging them to explore innovative approaches in terms of form, materiality, and functionality.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Elric Petit
Newspaper is an industrial design project that aims to cultivate fresh ideas with the potential to seamlessly integrate into our contemporary society and its economy. Under the guidance of Elric Petit, each student had the possibility to explore a chosen topic, expressing their personal affinities and interests, thereby enhancing the overall project experience. In the spirit of multidisciplinarity, the students underwent a writing workshop with a professional journalist, which culminated in 25 articles written by the students on their individual projects, collected in a printed journal.
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by Jacobo Zunzunegui
"Poverty, Silence, and Order," is the title of my thesis in which I explore the intentional simplicity in Western Monasticism. As a continuation, I designed Ermita, three micro cabins situated along the "Camino de Santiago," a pilgrimage route renowned for fostering introspection. Each cabin is constructed using local masonry techniques from three distinct regions, preserving and promoting these rich but declining construction methods. An important feature of these cabins is the integration of all furniture into the fourth wall, made from wood. These compact shelters offer spaces for sleeping, reading, writing, and warming up, while also creating an atmosphere conducive to silence and contemplation — elements that our modern society still deeply needs.
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by Cindy Sacher
The energy required to maintain thermal comfort is often underestimated. Toison addresses the projected decline in fossil energy resources and rising consumer costs. In rental buildings, where renovations are challenging and costly, conventional heating methods still prevail, often proving economically unfeasible for tenants. Toison proposes a minimalist partition system, inspired by traditional European fabric wall coverings and Japanese fusuma and shōji. Using thick Swiss wool felt panels that slide into extruded aluminum rails, this system is easy to mount on any ceiling. These partitions insulate exterior walls and allow users to divide living spaces, enhancing heat insulation. Each panel can be further customized with a range of tailor-made accessories.
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by Jeanne Reymond
I grew up in Chardonne, Lavaux, surrounded by vineyards. With a winemaker brother, I’ve always been immersed in wine culture. In Vaud, small vineyard cabins called capites once served as tool sheds or shelters. Today, about 1200 of these capites are unused. Since March 2024, winegrowers can sell wine directly in vineyards and renovate capites to welcome visitors. My project introduces a wooden façade system to easily renovate these capites to host a few people, adaptable to various sizes. Given Lavaux’s UNESCO status, the façade is discreet when closed but opens in one move to become visible from afar when open for tastings. Each façade features the local commune’s flag. The goal is to promote wine tourism in Lavaux offering an intimist tasting in the heart of wine.
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by Amedeo Oddo
Averse is a rainwater collector designed to support urban community gardens that use permaculture principles to promote food self-sufficiency amid climate emergencies and resource scarcity, reducing dependence on industrial systems. Permaculture emphasizes self-sufficiency and sustainable ecosystems, focusing on cycles and waste reduction. Optimizing water use is crucial, especially as droughts become more frequent. Rainwater, being softer and less calcareous, benefits plants during dry periods and reduces the need for drinking water for irrigation. This rainwater collector, with a capacity of 600 liters, supports a 120m² garden for a week without rain. It's designed with simple manufacturing techniques, using only wood and metal to eliminate microplastics and pollutants.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
by Tiziana Rocha da Silva
Versatile Women Apparel reimagines everyday women's clothing, inspired by the sportstyle world. A standout feature of the VWA collection is an adjustable buckle system, ensuring garments adapt to diverse body shapes for a customized fit, comfort, and performance. Crafted with high-quality materials and advanced textiles such as softshells, 3 layers laminated fabric or mesh for the breathability, the collection's trousers, jacket, and gilet epitomize durability and comfort. With a focus on style and practicality, these garments seamlessly adapt to the wearer's movements, offering support and flexibility while maximizing functionality and versatility.
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by Sophia Zeller
A dress designed to be worn long after the wedding day, offering a solution to wear and re-wear your memories, in a sustainable way. Eleanor is the result of research on textile waste in the wedding dress industry. Simply moving the skirt along the garments' buttons transforms it so it can effortlessly be used for various events during the ceremony. By dying and changing its color post-wedding, Eleanor unveils the myrtle flower pattern printed on the fabric, ready to be worn without a bridal appearance. No longer confined to closets and attics, this dress embodies sustainability by reducing textile waste. Crafted from 100% deadstock silk and designed as a mono-material garment, it follows a zero-waste pattern criteria.
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by Léa Omez
How about an aperitif on the poolside? Ricardo is a seat that allows several people to lounge comfortably on the edge of the pool. Laying both on the edge and in the water, it allows you to sit wherever and however you like. The advantage? Being together and enjoying the freshness of the water in a playful configuration. When there's no need to be used in water, the floating part of Ricardo can be lifted using handles and folded up, transforming the seat into a real outdoor sofa. The inner cushions are stuffed with polystyrene beads, ensuring buoyancy, durability and softness. The outer covers, crafted from breathable polyester for added comfort, are completely removable.
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by Till Seegräber
Many rely on music streaming services daily, often using small Bluetooth speakers that compromise sound quality. High-end systems, while offering better sound, tend to be expensive or bulky. The h.i.t.* (hi-fi in a tube) combines Bluetooth convenience with premium sound quality. This wireless speaker system includes two battery-powered stereo speakers and a subwoofer to enhance performance. Made from inexpensive, rigid cardboard tubes, the speakers minimize vibration and use a reflective cone for 360° sound. The wireless, battery-powered speakers and a stationary subwoofer that charges them offer flexibility and convenience. h.i.t.* bridges the gap between affordability and high-quality audio.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
by Denise Merlette
Barko is a research project aimed at reusing bark as a waste product in the wood industry. It accounts for 10% of the material processed in sawmills and is generally burnt. The idea is to recreate a bark-based finish for wooden furniture. The aim of this finish is to reproduce the protective function of bark against all external aggressions. It is applied to wooden furniture to make it more resistant. Inspired by ancient processes, I focused on finding solutions based on natural, recyclable products.
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by Juliette Masson
Synthetic fibers are now a common feature of sportswear, including in the hiking world. These are popular for their technical properties: lightness, elasticity, low absorbency, and wrinkle resistance, among others. However, the environmental impact of these materials is significant, both during manufacture and throughout their life cycle. In response to this issue, Avants propose an alternative hiking outfit made from natural materials: Linen, selected for its thermo-regulating and hypoallergenic properties; waxed cotton, known for its durability and water-repellent qualities, chosen to provide protection against rain and abrasion. The design of these outfits drew inspiration from historical garments and their fastening systems, while being adapted for contemporary and functional use.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
by Virginie Lienhart
Quack is a collection of three nesting platforms for ducks in ports, aiming to minimise human-wildlife conflicts and preserve local biodiversity. The project began with observing duck behaviour in ports, consulting an ornithologist, and interviewing harbour masters about the "duck-boat owner" conflict resulting from water birds nesting on boats. These insights guided the design of prototypes tested during mating and nesting season, revealing that ducks preferred sheltered platforms close to the water level. The final collection includes a cork half-nest with an open deck, a concave plastic foam nest with a circular deck, and a wooden platform with a central cut-out for floating nests. Each platform offers various benefits and enables deeper research into ducks' preferences and behaviours.
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by Jeffrey Krieger
PODIUM is a project that ties skateboarding with space design. Primarily aimed at schools and sports centers, it consists of five modules that, thanks to their simple geometry, can be assembled in various configurations in a playground or sports field. Whether used for skateboarding or bleachers, these modules can be easily moved and rearranged due to a wheeled system that allows for autonomy and encourages user creativity.
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by Minna Holenweg
RideBy is a child seat that is designed to attach to a standard shopping cart, making grocery shopping easier for both, parents and children. It provides a designated place for children, allowing them to move freely while staying secure. Made from metal with plastic components, just like the shopping cart, RideBy attaches with a single screw. To save space, RideBy features a flexible joint that allows the seat to fold when the carts are nested together. The fixed footrest prevents scratches on the cart, and the handle alongside the cart's basket, additionaly protects the child from bumping their head. Thanks to RideBy, shopping becomes a participative and dynamic experience, engaging both the child and the parents.
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by Alejandrina Hernandez
Stimuli, a mini robot for children's education, is the result of a collaboration with the Mobots Lab at EPFL which created Thymio. As a robotic assistant, Stimuli explores new alternatives to support the learning process of children, by fostering knowledge development and sensory stimulation. This innovative tool cultivates creativity and sensitivity, improving cognitive, motor, emotional, and social development by balancing digital and manual experiences. Through sound and movement generated by vibration, children can explore and understand material properties, enriching their growth. As Charles Eames said, "the best preparation is a general education" that fosters sensitivity to life's forces. Stimuli embodies this principle, offering a holistic educational experience.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
by Victoria Guffroy
EXO is a collection of bone porcelain jewelry. Bones are waste products of the food industry, that could be reused as main ingredient in porcelain. Bone porcelain is very robust, and enables the creation of fine and delicate pieces, despite the fact it's not widely applied nowaday. EXO aims to highlight this material, transforming it from waste into precious pieces of jewelry designed to enhance the physical and thecnical proprieties of this material. The collection, inspired by arthropod exoskeletons, includes a main piece that unfolds on the shoulders, and other four pieces derived from it, adapted to various parts of the body: elbows, wrist, finger and ear. All parts are formed by scales that follow curves and movements of the body, articulated and joined by metal connections.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
by Marion Gomes
Posea emerged from a dedication to marine conservation and a thesis on ecological restoration of marine ecosystems. Focusing on Posidonia meadows in the Mediterranean, crucial both ecologically and economically, this project addresses significant damage caused by boat anchors each summer. Collaborating with Andromède Océanologie, a Marseille-based organization specializing in marine ecosystem restoration, the project endeavors to mitigate these challenges. In 2023, Andromède planted 7,373 Posidonia fragments and plans to double this number. To improve efficiency, I analyzed their methods and proposed a new approach. Using bamboo and optimizing the process with simultaneous tasks, fragment assembly and preparation occur onboard while divers transplant them, doubling the restoration speed.
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by Iris Gerbex
Euflerie is the result of an investigation on the relationship between natural and artificial elements, considering plants as key decorative features in interiors. This project features a collection of 6 paper flowers that come to life through capillarity. Upon contact with water, these flowers bloom, color, perfume, and gracefully degrade, adding a touch of evanescence to daily life. Their short lifespan allows for playful manipulations that enhance meals and special occasions. By removing the flowers from water, their transformation pauses, preserving their form and color. This project offers a poetic and more sustainable alternative to cut flowers, providing a fresh perspective on time and decay.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
by Teo Primo Frizzarin
For painters, working on a vertical surface rather than horizontal one creates physical problems, mainly related to not having adequate arm support. Leo is a chair developed for canvas painters. Its seat, inspired by a horse’s saddle allows a stable posture while guaranteeing great mobility in space. Its adjustable armrest provides support that adapts easily to different positions and heights.
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by Diego Eiholzer
Access to water at outdoor events is often a challenge. Hydri is a water station designed to provide a drinking and refreshment spot during festivals, sports events, and institutional gatherings. This innovative unit is built to resemble a standard barrier, making it virtually indestructible and seamlessly integrating into existing barrier rental logistics, ensuring an affordable rental price. Water flows through durable stainless steel pipes and is dispensed in two ways: a linear jet for hand washing, drinking, and filling water bottles, and a directional jet for all other needs.
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by Louise Dupont
The hamlet of Aï in the Leysin region, at the foot of the Tour d'Aï in the Vaud Alps, is a historic village of some 15 abandoned chalets listed as heritage sites. Armaï proposes to enhance and revitalize this village by transforming these deserted cabins into self-managed mountain refuges. This type of infrastructure promotes a more respectful approach to tourism and awareness of mountain preservation issues. Moreover, it favours exchanges and reinforces community spirit. One of the cabins becomes a common room for cooking, while the other bungalows become small dormitories. The interior of the chalets is laid out around a central mass stove, with a clever arrangement of the various elements to create a convivial space.
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by Cyprien Cossy
Biogas offers several advantages, utilizing biological waste and reducing CO2 emissions. MUH is a biogas digester designed for isolated alpine pastures locations where cowherds spend long periods taking care of their animals. This digester offers them the chance to utilizes cow dung as fuel to produce independently the gas needed for their daily life, such as cooking, heating, lighting and so on. MUH is composed of a rotomoulded main body and an inflatable gas tank, that works simply by inserting dung on a daily basis, which releases methane through anaerobic fermentation.
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by Noé Chassot
Inspired by Aldo Rossi's Teatro del Mondo, created for the 1979-80 Venice Biennale of Architecture, the Aflô is a rotomolded chair designed to seamlessly integrate with the CubiSystem modular floating pontoon system. CubiSystem, a French company, offers an ingenious solution comprising plastic cubes that can be assembled with connectors to form versatile floating platforms or pontoons. These simple and low-cost systems offer a wide range of applications. Aflô is an additional module within the company's product range. This seat, combined with the other elements offered by the brand, offers the possibility of comfortably seating an audience on a floating platform during summer events such as concerts, swimming or boating competitions, fireworks displays and so forth.
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by Bradley Campus
Historically, music kiosks have been scenic landmarks, illustrating the mix of different distribution models and architectural styles. In the 19th century, they appeared in numerous catalogues and were offered by street furniture companies, who used kiosks to diversify their production. Rotonde takes up the current challenge of revitalising towns and cities to make them more pedestrian-friendly and lively. This kiosk is designed as a large, open and accessible object that encourages interaction and animation, inspired by 19th century urban planning. I decided to integrate lights and speakers, so that the kiosk could be used at night, and function as a ‘plug & play’ system where musicians could plug in their instruments and give a concert.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
by Giulia Burrus
Solo is an individual sauna designed for small outdoor spaces, that blends perfectly into our familiar environment respecting our intimacy standards. This sauna is in fact primarily intended for personal hygiene moment rather than collective or social use. The materials chosen for its construction enhance the overall experience, such as the semi-transparent fabric that allows light to seep through creating a soothing and intimate atmosphere. This sauna's heating system includes two infrared panels that heat up to 60°C, strategically placed at the bottom and in the back of the seat to fully envelop the user and optimize space. Solo brings daily wellness into the home, making it easily accessible for everyone.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
by Lena Bernasconi
The majority of objects are designed on male standards and therefore are unsuitable for women. This issue translates into objects that discriminate female users, being uncomfortable and even dangerous. That’s specially tangible for personal protective equipment (masks, glasses, protective clothing and shoes) : unsuitable equipment protects less, impairs the tasks and can even injure the workers. WWW (Women Work Wear) are work pants designed by and for women that aim to fill this gender gap. Designed specifically for women woodworkers such as carpenters and cabinetmakers, these pants offer a new aesthetic and provide comfort, adaptability, flexibility and of course protection.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
by Basile Avvanzino
Mountain amateurs and beginners can have a hard time in selecting, buying and getting familiar with the equipment needed to sleep outdoor. The 3 objects that are usually necessary are a mattress, a tent and a sleeping bag. Unfortunately these objects are not always designed to fit each other, requiring a lot of space and extra effort. Chrysalide is a new typology of sleeping bag, that combines everything you need in one single object. This new proposition allows the user to sleep comfortably in all weather conditions, while being lightweight and easy to pack. Chrysalide makes sleeping in the nature a simple, handy and pleasurable experience.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Julie Richoz
"Nuancier (n.m.): A presentation tool displaying the colors and shades of a product." — Larousse definition For this project, the students created and developed their own shades, surfaces, assemblies or materials, which they then shaded in several samples and assembled to create their own nuancier.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Elric Petit
For this project, students were asked to design architectural interventions taking into account the characteristics of a precisely chosen location. They had to select an inspiring building in which to integrate their work, with a view to improving its functionality or protecting it from wear and tear. As part of this exercise, students were asked to act like "surgeons", adapting their projects to the "body" of the building, like prostheses. The projects had to be removable, with no permanent attachment to the site.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Friederike Daumiller
Even if it seems that digital is taking over analog, there's still an interest and need for us as humans to have a physical connection to our daily tools. So many designers swear by their drawing routine and real-life experimentation still plays a important role in our practices. Under the guidance of Friederike Daumiller students took the challenge to design their own interpretations of hand writing and hand drawing instruments always referring to their hands-on tests and experience.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Elric Petit
Figure libre is an industrial design project that empowers students to explore topics of their choice. This semester, guided by Elric Petit, students developed their personal projects inspired by articles from specialized newspapers or magazines. The objective is to create projects with the potential to seamlessly integrate in our contemporary society and its economy, leveraging their personal affinities and interests to enhance their work.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Christophe Guberan
Second-year industrial design students collaborated with Zurich-based brand FREITAG Lab, leveraging their expertise in environmental awareness, material upcycling, and the circular economy. Using the FREITAG manifesto as a foundation, they developed new shared products centered on the principle of "access over ownership."
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with Tomas Kral
Small, medium and large. For this project, students were asked to develop a coherent family of three vessels, or simply three independent containers, each with a different volume for holding, transporting and pouring liquids. Each object had to fit into a specific context, defined by the students at the beginning of the project.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Erwan Bouroullec
Led by the acclaimed French designer Erwan Bouroullec, the workshop 'Presque Rien' unfolded as an exploration of design possibilities within the setting of his estate and recently renovated Burgundy farm. The project envisioned an open canvas, encouraging ECAL’s Bachelor Industrial Design students, to diverge from traditional problem-solving.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Stephane Halmai-Voisard, Christian Spiess, Carolien Niebling
My project focuses on the exploration of sanitary facilities, specifically their spatial layout, use and form. In the context of refurbishment, my project aims to transform the bathroom into an independent, self-contained unit. This fundamental shift provides the framework for a new typology: the fragmented bathroom.
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with Stephane Halmai-Voisard, Christian Spiess, Carolien Niebling
I met a professional frame artisan who specialises in custom-made frames. During our conversations, she mentioned the lack of innovative designs in the frame options available in her catalogue and the changing preferences of her customers. This inspired me to design new frames. My project involves creating frames with a range of five different styles for various types of frames: wall-mounted, placed on tabletops, or free-standing. What is more, these frames can be combined in different ways, offering exciting possibilities and fresh visual aesthetics. By expanding the range of frame options, my project allows framers to offer a wider selection and provide greater customisation to customers looking for unique frames with a modern design.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Stephane Halmai-Voisard, Christian Spiess, Carolien Niebling
For my graduation project, I have studied the future of ski resorts in the face of diminishing snow cover. Many low- to medium-altitude resorts have had to close due to global warming. Around 180 resorts in France have closed, leaving the lift pylons abandoned. I propose to transform these pylons into perched accommodation to offer a unique mountain experience and create a new tourist attraction. The perched units, located at a height of 10 meters, will offer exceptional panoramic views of the mountain landscape. Inspired by the traditional architecture of mountain huts, they will combine modern comfort with alpine authenticity, promoting harmony with the surrounding natural environment.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Stephane Halmai-Voisard, Christian Spiess, Carolien Niebling
When we are on the water, it is essential to ensure our safety by wearing a flotation jacket. However, many people refuse to do so, ignoring risks such as cramps, thermal shock or injury. Yet we do not hesitate to carry a waterproof bag to protect our belongings from the water. It is in this spirit of responsibility that Airwear was born: an inflatable flotation jacket that incorporates a watertight compartment into its design. When you want to take your valuables with you, simply slip on your waterproof bag like a backpack, then inflate the vest via a tube in the front. Your belongings are safe, and so are you.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Stephane Halmai-Voisard, Christian Spiess, Carolien Niebling
Pierrot is a project that consists of two modules designed to facilitate access to rocky areas and the lake. These rocky spaces were created long ago by humans to protect the shores. They make access to the lake difficult due to their slippery and ever-changing nature. The objective is to enhance these spaces so that the public can enjoy the lake while preserving the few natural areas that border it. These two platforms of different sizes are made of a wooden structure (Douglass) and a metal net filled with stones, which allows them to adapt to the shape of the lake’s rocks and creates an additional habitat for biodiversity.
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with Stephane Halmai-Voisard, Christian Spiess, Carolien Niebling
In Sierra Leone, traditional handicrafts are in decline due to imports, which have deconstructed the qualitative perception of locally made objects for Western standards. My graduation project consists of organising creative workshops for children in a school located in an economically and geographically vulnerable area. I focused my research on woodworking, tailoring and textile printing. The project comprised two stages: first, collaborating with Sierra Leonean artisans to design objects using local materials and techniques then conducting three workshops to introduce children to manual trades, foster creativity and create usable objects within the school premises.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Stephane Halmai-Voisard, Christian Spiess, Carolien Niebling
Alma revolutionises beauty routines for seniors and individuals with arthritis or limited dexterity. Every customer deserves to feel pampered and confident, regardless of their circumstances. The Alma set includes three makeup brushes, a mascara, a lipstick and a makeup palette. The project was designed in collaboration with seniors facing fine motor skill issues, ensuring ease of use.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Stephane Halmai-Voisard, Christian Spiess, Carolien Niebling
Tatable is an approach that aims to breathe new life into outdated wooden tables. Instead of being discarded due to their outdated style, these tables are given a new lease of life. We carefully remove the old, stylised legs and replace them with a modern, adjustable and removable Tatable structure. This method allows us to restore the functionality and aesthetic appeal of the tables.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
with Stephane Halmai-Voisard, Christian Spiess, Carolien Niebling
Doc Pals is a series of objects that aims to create a less stressful environment for children during their medical exam. It contains a blood pressure monitor, tongue depressors and a set of stamps and a colouring mat for the waiting room. Based on the stories paediatricians tell children to reassure them, a teddy bear monitor, a tiger tongue depressor and “healing” stamps have been designed. A story book, available in the waiting room, has also been created for the children during the exams. It contains a short story and some fun activities to occupy the children during stressful moments. Afterwards, the children can take the book home.
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with Stephane Halmai-Voisard, Christian Spiess, Carolien Niebling
Fold is a wooden convertible sofa that extends using a flexible hinge made out of fabric. In this way, Fold reduces the amount of hardware required, while still making it functional: simply pull the front part to unfold the cushions, then push it back to return it to its original position.
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with Stephane Halmai-Voisard, Christian Spiess, Carolien Niebling
Tsemena features urban furniture that allows people to eat cheese fondue in the city of Bulle. The high table includes a stove that operates with a tray of flammable gel. The two accompanying tools help regulate the flame intensity or extinguish it. It is possible to locate them on Google Maps and to replenish the fondue at any time from a cheese vending machine provided by local artisans. The furniture is made of sheet metal and conventional steel and stainless-steel profiles to minimise production costs for the city. It allows both locals and tourists to appropriate and enjoy a portion of public space for the duration of a meal.
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by Sam Lombardo
The Silverground modules are designed to provide an opportunity for senior citizens to exercise their agility and balance in public spaces. These innovative modules are designed to be built into the ground along a walkway. Available to everyone, they are a great way to practice a fun, intergenerational activity. Balance is an essential skill for seniors. It is exercised through physical activity but is often neglected as we age. Professionally supervised physical activities are often costly for the elderly. These urban modules offer a solution accessible to all and help prevent falls – the main cause of accidents among the elderly. Usually, we find that the room in which we cook is separate from the dining room and therefore, when we prepare a meal, we are away from the rest of the family or from our guests. Beneath its ceramic top, this dining table hides an induction system. This means it can be used to prepare table dishes without additional equipment, or simply as a hob. Indeed, who wouldn’t want to cook while looking after the children, work while preparing tea or coffee, cook a dish surrounded by friends, keep dishes warm or be able to cook raclette directly on the table?
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with Stephane Halmai-Voisard, Christian Spiess, Carolien Niebling
My project is the fruit of my questioning of the growing automation and robotisation of industry. Do human beings still have a place in this industrialised process or are there stages where their contribution might compete with that of the machines? My project consists of faceted modules made of aluminium sheet. Each of them has been manually dipped in colour baths. The result is surfaces with varying hues, drips and other defects that produce unpredictable, highly expressive results.