In the Games & Play III course, I co-developed LaserHoops, an interactive play object transforming spaces into dynamic playgrounds. The project integrated game design theories and user testing to create a playful, sensor-driven experience, fostering movement, teamwork, and social interaction. It reinforced my belief in play for behavior change.
"Cartography of Transforming Practices" presents a toolkit for navigating complex design challenges. Through workshops and iterative testing, the toolkit guides users in mapping complexity using experiential and reflective methods. It fosters personal and external transformation by helping participants embrace uncertainty and develop deeper insights.
Flipped is a game designed to strengthen friendships by comparing interests, values, and encouraging group reflection. As players progress through levels, the questions become more intimate, fostering deeper connections. By the end, players build a "house of cards" symbolizing the bonds formed through shared experiences and differences, creating a fun and meaningful experience.
VanBerlo - part of Accenture After graduation from my bachelor I moved from Zwolle to Eindhoven and joined the team of VanBerlo. After I my third year the company was aqcuiered by Accenture providing a range of new opportunities. Fulfilling the roll as design engineer, I was very happy that I was able to contribute to more than 50 projects…
Graduation at Dopple For my graduation project at Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, I conducted a research study focused on the consumer acceptance of fully wireless portable audio solutions., completed in January 2018. he project was conducted at Dopple B.V. and explored the introduction of "left/right-split" wireless earphones, which were popularized by Apple in 2016. These earphones consist of two…
Instore Kids Corner During my seven-month role as a Junior Designer at IKC (Instore Kids Corners), I had the opportunity to work on a variety of projects that allowed me to stretch my design skills across different mediums. It was an exciting experience that involved juggling multiple responsibilities, often blending creativity with technical problem-solving. I worked closely with the digital…
Sustainable Energy Systems In the course of the Minor in Sustainable Technology, I collaborated as part of a multidisciplinary team to enhance the energy efficiency of the Raaphorst family house on Texel. Our primary goal was to help the family transition towards self-sufficiency in energy generation and storage while staying within their budget constraints. The project allowed us to apply…
Building the Nuna 9 During my minor in Sustainable Technology, I had the privilege of contributing to the development of the Nuna 9 solar car as part of the Nuon Solar Team. This project, an iconic challenge in sustainable engineering, culminated in the participation of Nuna 9 in the 2017 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge—a 3,000 km solar-powered race across Australia.…
As part of my involvement in the Durable Technology minor, I designed and developed a material-efficient rocking chair named "Rocking Green." I focused on creating a chair that embodies both environmental responsibility and ergonomic comfort.
Acrylic One Workshop I organized a materials workshop for about thirty students with Niels Keizer as part of an extracurricular activity. I had been working with the material for some time due to its versatility—it can be poured and molded, is easy to handcraft, and provides an excellent surface finish.
Alarm Clock Coffee Maker For the Interactive Products course, I embarked on my first experience with Arduino through a project that involved designing a unique coffeemaker alarm clock. The concept was inspired by a mood board that I created, focusing on the theme of morning rituals. The result was a functional device that not only woke me up but also…
Tree of Life - Serious Gaming In the Serious Gaming course, I had the opportunity to work with an international team of students to develop a board game centered around the theory of evolution. This project challenged us to combine educational objectives with engaging game mechanics, creating a learning experience through play. The course focused on the idea of using…
Internship VanDen During my internship at Studio VanDen, I had the opportunity to work closely with a young design entrepreneur, Jesse van den Broek, while contributing to multiple projects and gaining deep insights into the design industry. My role primarily involved translating initial design concepts into detailed 3D CAD models, creating high-quality renders, and preparing products for prototyping and production.…
This course focused on designing products for injection and rotational molding, involving CAD modeling with attention to tolerance, shrinkage, and mold release. Students performed strength and flexibility analyses to meet load requirements and simulated the functionality of a click mechanism to ensure proper performance straight from the mold.
Lunch Container - Aluminium Extrusion Lunchbox design that can be created from on single extrusion shape. The box also requieres a injection molded inlay and injection molded caps (which are identical on both sides).
Injection Moldable Modular Coathanger Introductory Course to Injection Molding, free design exercise, resulted in a modular coathanger system. Strength analysis wasn't covered yet...
Project Paperfoam The Paperfoam project was one of the larger projects during my studies at IPO Zwolle, combining two substantial courses into a cohesive design challenge. The first course focused on building a new business case for Paperfoam, a company specializing in environmentally friendly packaging solutions. The second course involved developing a product concept based on the business case, with…
Assignment for recreating a tricycle in SolidWorks, first experience with creating assemblies.
Arrow Plane As part of a three-student team, I worked on designing a toy aimed at encouraging physical activity among children. Cycling, being one of the most important exercises for Dutch kids, was our focus. Young children often have an orange flag attached to their bikes for visibility, but as they grow older, these flags lose their appeal. Our goal…
I designed and developed a sustainable cardboard rocking chair to address prolonged sitting and back pain. Through research and concept iterations, I created the "Easy-Sit," an ergonomic, easy-to-assemble chair promoting active sitting. The project enhanced my skills in design, material exploration, and structured project management.
First CAD Experience, working in SollidThinking, introductory program to SolidWorks.
Japanese inspired foldable barbeque This project, conducted as part of an industrial design course, focused on designing and developing a unique barbecue inspired by Japanese culture. The project, undertaken by me and a team of students, had the following key objectives: Design Concept: The team was tasked with creating a barbecue that would not only embody the aesthetic and cultural…
Secondary school PWS project, design and development of a bicycle based charging station for your phone. Development involved ideation, casing design casing, electronics and marketing. Concept was presented on INESPO, an International Student Fair in which we were granted fourth place.
