Problem: In a post-pandemic world, returning to the office has lost its appeal. Teamwork is crucial, but comfort has become a sacrifice. Our mission is to innovate a collaborative solution with a friendly and cheerful redesign of the Nest learning thermostat. - Solution: Combining individual preference with cooperation, our redesign allows every user to have a say in shared environments. Communicate with your colleagues to warm up, cool down, and save money all the while with an intuitive system accessible via wall-mounted device and smartphone app. // 8 week work time.

This elegant, minimalist desk lamp was designed and crafted in my IDUS 209, Rapid Prototyping class at SCAD. It features an industrial-style, articulated arm that allows for flexible positioning, combining functionality with a clean, modern aesthetic. The lamp's base is made of a sturdy, layered wood with a laser-engraved "BG Designs" logo, adding a personalized, handcrafted touch. The matte black shade provides a soft, focused light, creating an ideal workspace ambiance. An adorable ghost figurine with a witch hat adds a playful, seasonal twist, enhancing the lamp's personality and making it both a practical and stylish addition to any desk. // 2 week work time

Hard Core Foam Core, a quarterly contest held at SCAD. This quarters theme was a mystical creature from your given country. My team was given Australia and landed on the Yara Ma Yha Who. A legendary vampiric monster found in Southeastern Australian Aboriginal mythology. The legend is recounted by David Unaipon. According to legend, the creature resembles a little red frog-like man with a very big head, a large mouth with no teeth and suckers on the ends of its hands and feet. // 2 week work time.

The "Taco Bellusion Lounge" is a vibrant and immersive 3D model created as a conceptual space for Taco Bell enthusiasts. This lounge combines the bold colors and playful aesthetic of Taco Bell with a modern, comfortable seating area, perfect for social gatherings or casual dining. With neon lighting, abstract wall patterns inspired by Taco Bell’s iconic imagery, and clever seating arrangements that reflect a blend of fun and functionality, the *Taco Bellusion Lounge* offers a unique twist on the traditional dining experience. This design captures the essence of Taco Bell’s brand while reimagining it as a dynamic, relaxing social hub. Will Taco Bell impliment this?

Belong is an app designed to support college students with social anxiety by offering an event-based platform where users can attend events, join interest-based groups, and participate in comfortable activities. The app includes a structured lesson plan and achievement path to help users gradually and effectively improve their social interaction skills. Additionally, Belong features group and individual chats, as well as games, making the app both enjoyable and friendly. // 8 Week work time

Anytime I take a portrait it goes here.