Industrial Design
Portfolio
2026
Contents
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Olas
Dish Support
Looming Bloom
Gaming Set
A street barrier designed to create a clear and intuitive separation between bicycle lanes and pedestrian pathways. Improves safety, organizes circulation, and contributes to the character of the public environment.
01
Olas
Academic.
2026.
With Alain Bladon Gaba, Deicy Gomez, & Jasmyn Alexis.
Location
Pere IV Tram Stop in Barcelona, Spain
Ariel View:
Benches & Walkway
Existing Texture
Observations
During the Day:
People leaning on something while waiting for the Tram.
Bikers using the walkway instead of bike lane. Trash bags in the walk way.
People walking dogs.
Lack of sitting areas.
At Night:
Trees & Poles
Tram Station & Bike Lane
During the Night:
Unorganized movement between Tram waiting area, bike lane, and walk way.
Bikers riding next to each other outside of the bike lane.
Personal vehicle riders speeding past dog walkers.
Faint lines even less visible at night.
Minimal lighting.
Type
Time
Team
How might we provide safety between intersecting modes of transportation while maintaining openness and visual harmony in this urban space?
Final Concept
Exiting the Tram POV
The barriers guide commuters to pass through limited crossing points rather than anywhere along the bike path.
From Street POV
Signage alerts cyclists to an upcoming high-traffic crossing zone, prompting them to reduce speed.
From Street POV
The presence of barriers serves as a visual cue to pedestrians that they are going to cross a bike lane.
Rest & Play
The barrier also provides a place for recreation and relaxation, tying directly into the playful character of the surrounding neighborhoods.
02
Dish Support
Academic.
2026.
Individual.
Observations
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Christine is a 62-year-old woman who is a mother and wife. Because her husband still works full time, most household responsibilities are left to her. She has arthritis in multiple areas of her body, causing her much pain. She gets tired quickly due to these physical limitations.
Dishes often pile up as washing dishes is very taxing on her body. While her health conditions exaggerate the pain in her wrists and back, many other face the same irritations but only to a lesser extent.
Drying Racks
How might we create a temporary support to reduce physical strain while washing and scrubbing large and heavy dishes?
After using, return it to its home as a sponge holder.
Cast Iron Pan.
Stainless-steel Pot.
Ideation
Glass Bakeware
Cookie Sheet
Prototyping
Final Concept
Strain on the back when reaching the bottom of the sink. (Where most people place their dish when scrubbing)
Scratches left as a result.
Hot Pads
No product directly aids in washing large and heavy dishes.
Push down to engage suction.
Suitable for both traditional and modern sinks.
Over-mount sink
Under-mount sink
Knuckles turn white from gripping the dish in place.
The dish is frequently moved to reach different angles.
Research
Products on the market:
Sink Protectors
Created to aid in cleaning dishes, specifically heavy pots and pans. A pain point for many that has been ignored and gone unnoticed.
Type
Time
Team
Strain on the hand holding the pot in place due to uneven and slippery surfaces.
03
Looming Bloom
Academic.
2026.
Individual.
Research
During long-haul flights:
Galley
A speaker designed for a flight attendant, who has limited flat surfaces available to use. Its interface is tailored for the aviation environment, allowing the user to react instantly to emergencies and adjust audio levels when entering designated quiet areas.
Type
Time
Team
CRC (Crew Rest Compartment)
Flight attendants take breaks in the CRC, a designated quiet area for the crew to rest.
Confined to cramped spaces with few flat surfaces for long periods.
Need to remain alert in case of emergencies.
How might we allow someone to listen to music when they need to be alert of their surroundings in an environment that also has minimal surface space?
Ideation
Functions
Hold down the power to turn on, light turns on.
Hold down Bluetooth to pair, light blinks while searching & pulses once brighter when connected.
Final Concept
Pop-out hook and clip
“Do Not Disturb” Feature
Can’t be louder than set maximum volume
Dimmer rim light
04
Game Set
Type
Time
Team
Analysis
Academic.
2025.
Individual.
Took one object and designed two additional products to create a family of objects. Considered the distinct elements of the original object and its form, shape, materiality, and details.
About Me
I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Design in Industrial Design at the University of Illinois Chicago. Previously, I studied Computer Science at DePaul University.
Outside of Design, I am very hands-on and enjoy a variety of arts and crafts. I enjoy expressing myself through dance and gymnastics. Through academics and the Chicago dance community, I am surrounded by creatives whom I learn from and draw inspiration from.
