Tim Harrison

The design was driven by the desire to achieve pure minimalism. Using my newly applied design language, every intention was made to ensure it remained ‘invisible’ and unobtrusive yet complement the architecture it would adorn.

The minimalist approach extended far beyond the aesthetic. With the help of rapid prototyping, carefully considered features were designed into the extrusion and injection mouldings to help reduce assembly time whilst rigorous testing of the various designed gaskets allowed for an IP67 rating.

The product is sold around the world through the Zumtobel brand.

The brief, to design a range of storage mirrors that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing whilst appealing to feminine and masculine tastes of various age groups.

Crucially aimed at saving space for users in a small living environment, relevant analogies were researched during development in order to understand the needs of the user.

The result is a small collection of visually pleasing yet functional designs that suit the needs of a variety of users.

Whisk is an honest harmony between two separate components that rely upon each other. The equal nature of this relationship lends itself to minimalism,
with each variant drawing parallels with trends such as copper, the Edison Bulb and industrialism.

A natural balance is formed from the refined structure of the whisk clinging to the aperture of the glass, successfully holding the weight of the teardrop shade.

Extremely popular, this selected design has a proven track record of saleability and regularly features in both online and printed media.

Each Oscillaire is unique. A hand-formed, sculpted piece of acrylic that playfully bends light and creates interest to any space.

Development was not only restricted to the design of the product itself, but also the jig and oven required to manufacture each Oscillaire. An existing profile design, repurposed and allowing for efficient use of existing stock, formed the body of the product.

Every last detail was considered, right down to the made-to-order resin 3D printed end caps. This helped to maintain low costs and avoided unnecessary tooling. Any modifications to the design could easily be reprinted without the need to retool.