Katie Carruthers
Industrial Design and Technology
Final year project
Home Skincare device improving personal well-being and reducing plastic pollution.
Vita- A Home Skincare device
The device allows for a variety of natural emollients, ranging from face masks to body oils to be produced and stored sustainably within the home.
Accompanying App for Vita
The app assists the experience by building data on the users skin type/condition and can recommend recipes and routines tailored to enhance their well being.
Vita- Skincare production
Vita comes with a soap mould, container and jug to enable the production and storage of many different emollients, additional accessories can be purchased through the app.
A Modular temperature regulator
Designed for sustainable and comfortable living, modernising the way well-being in small spaces is achieved without wasting energy.
A Modular temperature regulator- UI
The individual temperature regulators can be placed around the desired space and controlled through the use of a touch screen interface.
Multi- Shared space living Hobs
The multi functional hobs are designed for shared space living, providing an individual work-space for users to better utilise the available space.
Multi- Scheduling
The hobs can be scheduled/ booked through the use of the pairing app and then unlocked via the users thumb ID to ensure meal prep times run efficiently.
Katie Carruthers
I am a multi-disciplinary designer with a particular interest in UX, Digital Design and Industrial Design. I am passionate about my design work with a genuine interest in positively impacting others and I'm always eager for an exciting new project.
My design work has always been user orientated, with the aim of effectively solving consumer problems in a thoughtful and efficient manner. I enjoy both working independently and collaborating with a team. I am hardworking, reliable and dedicated to my projects, but always eager to learn new skills. My strengths entail problem solving, concept generation and attention to detail. I am efficient in using Adobe CC and have a thorough understanding in various other software, such as Axure, Keyshot, Solidworks and Skethcbook Pro. Whilst studying Industrial Design I have developed an in-depth understanding of many design tools and practices. During my placement year I was able to practice these skills in a professional environmental and gained further experience. I wish to continue my working experience alongside other creative professionals, to constantly improve and further develop as a designer. I aspire to design products and services that aid others and provide a significant impact to their lives.
Awards
'18- Diploma in professional studies
Experience
Oasis Relief- UX Designer
Placements
07/2017 - 06/2018
Pavegen- Design Intern