Edible Bowl
2013
The Royal college of Art
Short term project/Solo project
Plastic is a substance the earth cannot digest. This edible bowl is made of several natural ingredients to address this issue. The bowl is shaped and solidified through strong pressing process, so that it would not be broken nor melt easily. Even though the edible bowl is not a perfect alternative, it provides intellectual curiosity to those seeking environmentally friendly materials.
Phone Sanitizer & Charger
2022
IDEO x UV angel
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Team: Industrial designer, Product designer, Mechanical engineer, Design researcher, Prototyper
Role: Led the industrial design from the scratch to final design. Led multiple brainstorming sessions, sketching, prototyping, user research, final modeling, rendering and CMF choices
Project detail: A 12-week project focused on designing a consumer-facing phone sanitizer and charger
We designed a safe, user-friendly device for at-home phone sanitizing and charging, taking it from initial concept to final product. The process involved exploring a wide range of form factors, guided by key considerations like UV light dispersion, user experience, and safety.
We used rapid prototyping to explore different forms and find the best user experience and interaction—while maintaining UV cleaning efficiency and ensuring safety.
Our research helped shape the design. People want easy access to their phones, even while cleaning them. So, we created an ambient-mode sanitizer that works from different angles, allowing more flexible use. To make sure the UV light is safe, we added a light ring for clear feedback and a small head on top to direct the light downward for safe and effective cleaning.
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We conducted model simulations with Dr. Halloran from UV Angel to identify the optimal architecture that meets UV cleaning efficiency.
The wide bar helps spread UV light evenly. The light source is placed at the tip in two sections, making it stronger and speeding up the cleaning process. At the top, a precisely shaped cutout directs the UV light where it’s needed and prevents it from spilling outside. It also gives a subtle visual cue to show the direction of the light.
The pad is made of quartz glass, which lets UV light pass through and reflect effectively to reach the bottom of the phone. We chose this material to help visualize the invisible UV light, giving users more confidence that it’s working.
The light ring on top shows the device's status. It pulses slowly while cleaning, blinks quickly when someone gets close, and shuts off completely if they get too close—ensuring safety.
We offer a range of CMF options, including premium selections, to cater to diverse consumer preferences. During our user research sessions, we specifically asked the question, "Where do you envision placing this device?" Based on user feedback, many intend to showcase our design as an interior piece in their living rooms or opt for convenient office placement. The color choices boast a furniture-like aesthetic that seamlessly blends with other decor elements in your home.
Timeless, tech-luxury and sleek
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Evokes quality and durability while staying classic and relevant over time.
Deep, premium, and cool elegant
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Subtle, sophisticated dark tones and controlled accents add balance and depth with a rich, refined look.
Warm, inviting, and harmonious luxury
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Evokes warmth and coziness, blending naturally into the home with seamless, understated luxury.
Earthy, livable, warm elegance
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Feels human and bright, while adding a touch of subtle luxury.
