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UsefulArt's Profile
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Name: Sandip Paul
Age: 29 Years
Location: Noida, U.P., India
Highest Education: PGDPD
Age: 29 Years
Location: Noida, U.P., India
Highest Education: PGDPD
Looking For : Innovation Buyer
I have created several household products of everyday use and am looking for manufacturers and distributors for the same.
Academic, Professional, Skills
Unifying form and function
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Resume
28/ Male / India / Cell : +91 9899 302 457 / email : differentialdesign@yahoo.com
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Special Skills:
Observation / Strategic product positioning / Form innovation / Product christening / Concept oration
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Education:
Post Graduate Diploma in Product Design at National Institute of Design, India. (2005)
Graduate in B.E. (Electrical) - Nagpur University, India (2001)
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Current occupation:
Senior Designer at LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd.
DVD/Audio/PC:Jan'05 - Nov'05
Washing m/c:Nov'05 onwards + Air Conditioner (May'06 onwards)
Worked on a global design project at LG Design Centre in Seoul, South Korea. (March - April '06)
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Awards and recognitions:
12. Winner of RED DOT AWARD :Design concept 2007 - ATE
11. Top 10 in 'Hack a Product to Go Green' contest by Ideawicket'07 - Disposable Mug
10. Winner of ORGANIC AWARD '07, San Francisco,CA - CLIP
9. 2nd winner of Jindal Stainless Award 2007 - ATE
8. Winning entry in OPUS Design Award '06 - TheHIGHWAYMAN
7. Given guest lectures on "Design History and Philosophy" at National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) , Delhi.
6. "Nariyal patta" was Shortlisted for Business World Design Excellance Awards 2005 in best concept design category.
5. Given a talk on "differential thinking"- my design philosophy for indian industries.(29thJuly'05)
4. Winner of Business World Design Excellance Awards 2004 for best concept design-Disposable Mug
3. Honoured by the Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Narendra Modi, as one among the first seven DESIGNPRENEURS of India.
2. Awarded first position in designing a Newspaper-Dispenser, an attachment for bi-cycle. (Tecknodeon 2001)
1. Awarded "Best cartoonist of the year 2000" by Nagpur University. (Unifest 2001)
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Design registered products :
13. tapeWORM - 2007
Adhesive tape dispenser
12. mobius play - 2007
A scientific toy!
11. Sweetheart - 2007
Chair for two!
10. Shrink - 2007
Bathroom slippers
9. ATE - 2006
Pencil Eater
8. Dustin - 2006
For easy and efficient clean up.
7. KUPPI - 2006
Solution without a trace! Funnel with no more air trapping problem.
6. SPOO - 2006
SPOO is an attempt to re-think the ergonomics of a feeding spoon.
5. Clip - 2005
To be used as a daily life utility product for both indoor as well as outdoor application. The product is a single piece injection molded component in LDPE. Leaves no rust marks!
4. Play - 2004
A set of two bulb holders.
Launched by GM Modular Pvt. Ltd. in June 2006.
3. Disposable Mug - 2003
Indians prefer water to toilet paper. Presently people find out affordance of other utility products available during journey (mineral water bottles, tea/coffee cups etc. which are primarily made from plastic) and slightly modify it to use for washing after defecation. Disposal of such products create a nuisance in and around the train as well as the railway tracks.
However, my mug disintegrates within about 15 minutes after use. The mug is foldable and occupies insignificant space of ones luggage. It easily fits into ones pocket!
2. "The highway man" an eyewear for men on motorbikes. -2003
1. Nariyal patta - 2002
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Projects at LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd:
1. Design directions for new PC design. (Visited COMPUTEX'05,Taiwan)
2. 'Raaga' - economy range active-speaker set.
3. 'Rhythm' - 5.1 channel home theatre system
4. Creating USP through design for bezel of LG MyPC and ProPC, after an extensive user/market survey.
5. Packaging graphics of TV/DVD/PC for offset/flexography printing.
6. USP stickers and POP streamers
7. Designed a Top Loading washing machine for global market. (LG Design Centre, Seoul)
8. Cosmetic concepts for project FACELIFT of Split/Window Air conditioner
9. Created patterns for surface graphics - AC
10. Re-design of Semi-Automatic Washing Machine. Focussing on ergonomic issues.
11. Efficiency improvement of a Split AC through design intervention.
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Freelance projects:
11. Door Bell
Client : GM Modular Pvt. Ltd , Mumbai (2007)
10. Spike Guard
Client : GM Modular Pvt. Ltd , Mumbai (2007)
9. Bud - redefining an ashtray
Client - KLOVES Studio,Delhi (2006)
8. Ceiling rose (launched)
Client : GM Modular Pvt. Ltd , Mumbai (2005)
7. Sine wave inverter for home+office environment
Client : Su-Kam Communication Systems Ltd.Delhi (2005)
6. Bag design for GEOBOARD : a geometry kit for school going kids.
Client : Creative Educational Aids, Delhi (2005)
5. Graphic consultant to Thirdwave scientific toys, pune (2004)
4. Personalised pencil box (launched)
Client : Interplast - the kids company, Mumbai (2004)
3. Worked as sub-editor / cartoonist with an English daily, Lokmat Times,
Nagpur.(2001-2002)
2. Freelanced with DREAMZ decorations, Nagpur, as a set designer for
food festivals, window displays etc. (2001-2002)
1. Cartoonist / caricaturist for The Statesman, Kolkata, The Times of India,
Nagpur, The Hitavada, Nagpur.(1996-2002)
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Industrial exposure (as student) :
2 months training at Crompton Greaves Ltd. , Kolkata (2000)
2 months training at Whirlpool of India, Pune (2004)
Designed switches and accessories for GM Modular Pvt. Ltd. ,mumbai. (4months in 2004)
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Academic Projects at National Institute of Design:
Design project 1: Simple Product Design
I have designed 'nariyal patta', a kitchen accessory which makes its presence felt when you are looking for a place to crack a coconut. It holds ail that mess that you would have otherwise created if you were cracking it on the kitchen table or floor or wherever in the house you felt like. It reduces the psychological stress which you undergo if you'
were using a cleaver to crack a coconut. .
In other words its easy, safe and not messy!
I have applied for a patent for the same.
Design project 2: Display and Control
In my version of microwave oven, I have been able to simplify the task, made it error
free operation and proper audio-visual feedback has been provided.
I have proposed a 'visually analog' digital timer.
Design project 3: Technically Complex Project
Redesign of pop-up toaster.
Unlike conventional toasters, "KRIS" incorporates an hybrid temperature + time controller that ensures desired crispness for every slice of toast.
The auto defrost facility thaws refrigerated bread
before toasting it.
The easy removal of toast is facilitated by the angular slot which provides more surface area to pinch it out.
The push button operation makes the bread carriage mechanism smooth.
The crumb tray drops down and can be easily
cleaned.
Design project 4: Systems design
Study of unorganised food vending services revealed that there are areas where design intervention is not suggested. The reason being : the hawker should be allowed to make his own unique presence felt.
Delving into systems parameters like perceived performances, product differentiation and to certain extent aesthetics will only kill the innovative strategies which the hawkers come up with from time to time.
I have worked on the hygiene and ergonomic issues related to the system.
Diploma project : 90deg.
Premium range of modular switches and accessories for GM Modular Pvt. Ltd. , Mumbai
90deg. - as I would like to call it is a manifestation of my imagination : transformed with manufacturing / production aids.
Understanding the product usage environment was of utmost importance, which finally led to the concept of 90deg. rotational possibility of the complete switch-plate assembly.
Directional element of asymmetrical forms was thoroughly explored.
A re-visit at the usage pattern was felt necessary while dealing with accessories and the related issues were resolved through innovative mechanical design.
--------------------------------------------------
Ergonomics:
1. Study of behavioral patterns of arthritic patients in home environment. (2003)
2. Study of institutional mess kitchen environment. (2004)
3. Interior space design of industrial design studio at LG Electronics Pvt. Ltd. (2005)
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Software proficiency:
Adobe Photoshop 7 ;Corell 12 ; Adobe Illustrator 10 ; Rhinoceros 3.0 ; Uni-Graphics; MS Power Point
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Languages known:
English , Hindi , Bengali , Oriya , Marathi
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Hobbies:
Cartooning - watching people - traveling - writing short stories/anecdotes - cooking
-------------------------------------------------
Other design activities
1. Ruby - Rubber band garment for sea beach wear.
2. "Ayenak" a reading glass. (opus 2003)
3. The Impossible Cup (a cup out of which you can never drink!)
4. Best out of waste: Rubber band powered car, boat and airplane.
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Strengths
ideation -visualization - articulation
Weaknesses
As for my weaknesses go, i really enjoy my work and sometimes i put in too much time. But by being aware of my tendency to overwork, i have learnt to pace myself more and work smarter.
................................................................................................
Resume
28/ Male / India / Cell : +91 9899 302 457 / email : differentialdesign@yahoo.com
--------------------------------------------------
Special Skills:
Observation / Strategic product positioning / Form innovation / Product christening / Concept oration
--------------------------------------------------
Education:
Post Graduate Diploma in Product Design at National Institute of Design, India. (2005)
Graduate in B.E. (Electrical) - Nagpur University, India (2001)
--------------------------------------------------
Current occupation:
Senior Designer at LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd.
DVD/Audio/PC:Jan'05 - Nov'05
Washing m/c:Nov'05 onwards + Air Conditioner (May'06 onwards)
Worked on a global design project at LG Design Centre in Seoul, South Korea. (March - April '06)
--------------------------------------------------
Awards and recognitions:
12. Winner of RED DOT AWARD :Design concept 2007 - ATE
11. Top 10 in 'Hack a Product to Go Green' contest by Ideawicket'07 - Disposable Mug
10. Winner of ORGANIC AWARD '07, San Francisco,CA - CLIP
9. 2nd winner of Jindal Stainless Award 2007 - ATE
8. Winning entry in OPUS Design Award '06 - TheHIGHWAYMAN
7. Given guest lectures on "Design History and Philosophy" at National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) , Delhi.
6. "Nariyal patta" was Shortlisted for Business World Design Excellance Awards 2005 in best concept design category.
5. Given a talk on "differential thinking"- my design philosophy for indian industries.(29thJuly'05)
4. Winner of Business World Design Excellance Awards 2004 for best concept design-Disposable Mug
3. Honoured by the Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Narendra Modi, as one among the first seven DESIGNPRENEURS of India.
2. Awarded first position in designing a Newspaper-Dispenser, an attachment for bi-cycle. (Tecknodeon 2001)
1. Awarded "Best cartoonist of the year 2000" by Nagpur University. (Unifest 2001)
--------------------------------------------------
Design registered products :
13. tapeWORM - 2007
Adhesive tape dispenser
12. mobius play - 2007
A scientific toy!
11. Sweetheart - 2007
Chair for two!
10. Shrink - 2007
Bathroom slippers
9. ATE - 2006
Pencil Eater
8. Dustin - 2006
For easy and efficient clean up.
7. KUPPI - 2006
Solution without a trace! Funnel with no more air trapping problem.
6. SPOO - 2006
SPOO is an attempt to re-think the ergonomics of a feeding spoon.
5. Clip - 2005
To be used as a daily life utility product for both indoor as well as outdoor application. The product is a single piece injection molded component in LDPE. Leaves no rust marks!
4. Play - 2004
A set of two bulb holders.
Launched by GM Modular Pvt. Ltd. in June 2006.
3. Disposable Mug - 2003
Indians prefer water to toilet paper. Presently people find out affordance of other utility products available during journey (mineral water bottles, tea/coffee cups etc. which are primarily made from plastic) and slightly modify it to use for washing after defecation. Disposal of such products create a nuisance in and around the train as well as the railway tracks.
However, my mug disintegrates within about 15 minutes after use. The mug is foldable and occupies insignificant space of ones luggage. It easily fits into ones pocket!
2. "The highway man" an eyewear for men on motorbikes. -2003
1. Nariyal patta - 2002
--------------------------------------------------
Projects at LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd:
1. Design directions for new PC design. (Visited COMPUTEX'05,Taiwan)
2. 'Raaga' - economy range active-speaker set.
3. 'Rhythm' - 5.1 channel home theatre system
4. Creating USP through design for bezel of LG MyPC and ProPC, after an extensive user/market survey.
5. Packaging graphics of TV/DVD/PC for offset/flexography printing.
6. USP stickers and POP streamers
7. Designed a Top Loading washing machine for global market. (LG Design Centre, Seoul)
8. Cosmetic concepts for project FACELIFT of Split/Window Air conditioner
9. Created patterns for surface graphics - AC
10. Re-design of Semi-Automatic Washing Machine. Focussing on ergonomic issues.
11. Efficiency improvement of a Split AC through design intervention.
-------------------------------------------------
Freelance projects:
11. Door Bell
Client : GM Modular Pvt. Ltd , Mumbai (2007)
10. Spike Guard
Client : GM Modular Pvt. Ltd , Mumbai (2007)
9. Bud - redefining an ashtray
Client - KLOVES Studio,Delhi (2006)
8. Ceiling rose (launched)
Client : GM Modular Pvt. Ltd , Mumbai (2005)
7. Sine wave inverter for home+office environment
Client : Su-Kam Communication Systems Ltd.Delhi (2005)
6. Bag design for GEOBOARD : a geometry kit for school going kids.
Client : Creative Educational Aids, Delhi (2005)
5. Graphic consultant to Thirdwave scientific toys, pune (2004)
4. Personalised pencil box (launched)
Client : Interplast - the kids company, Mumbai (2004)
3. Worked as sub-editor / cartoonist with an English daily, Lokmat Times,
Nagpur.(2001-2002)
2. Freelanced with DREAMZ decorations, Nagpur, as a set designer for
food festivals, window displays etc. (2001-2002)
1. Cartoonist / caricaturist for The Statesman, Kolkata, The Times of India,
Nagpur, The Hitavada, Nagpur.(1996-2002)
--------------------------------------------------
Industrial exposure (as student) :
2 months training at Crompton Greaves Ltd. , Kolkata (2000)
2 months training at Whirlpool of India, Pune (2004)
Designed switches and accessories for GM Modular Pvt. Ltd. ,mumbai. (4months in 2004)
--------------------------------------------------
Academic Projects at National Institute of Design:
Design project 1: Simple Product Design
I have designed 'nariyal patta', a kitchen accessory which makes its presence felt when you are looking for a place to crack a coconut. It holds ail that mess that you would have otherwise created if you were cracking it on the kitchen table or floor or wherever in the house you felt like. It reduces the psychological stress which you undergo if you'
were using a cleaver to crack a coconut. .
In other words its easy, safe and not messy!
I have applied for a patent for the same.
Design project 2: Display and Control
In my version of microwave oven, I have been able to simplify the task, made it error
free operation and proper audio-visual feedback has been provided.
I have proposed a 'visually analog' digital timer.
Design project 3: Technically Complex Project
Redesign of pop-up toaster.
Unlike conventional toasters, "KRIS" incorporates an hybrid temperature + time controller that ensures desired crispness for every slice of toast.
The auto defrost facility thaws refrigerated bread
before toasting it.
The easy removal of toast is facilitated by the angular slot which provides more surface area to pinch it out.
The push button operation makes the bread carriage mechanism smooth.
The crumb tray drops down and can be easily
cleaned.
Design project 4: Systems design
Study of unorganised food vending services revealed that there are areas where design intervention is not suggested. The reason being : the hawker should be allowed to make his own unique presence felt.
Delving into systems parameters like perceived performances, product differentiation and to certain extent aesthetics will only kill the innovative strategies which the hawkers come up with from time to time.
I have worked on the hygiene and ergonomic issues related to the system.
Diploma project : 90deg.
Premium range of modular switches and accessories for GM Modular Pvt. Ltd. , Mumbai
90deg. - as I would like to call it is a manifestation of my imagination : transformed with manufacturing / production aids.
Understanding the product usage environment was of utmost importance, which finally led to the concept of 90deg. rotational possibility of the complete switch-plate assembly.
Directional element of asymmetrical forms was thoroughly explored.
A re-visit at the usage pattern was felt necessary while dealing with accessories and the related issues were resolved through innovative mechanical design.
--------------------------------------------------
Ergonomics:
1. Study of behavioral patterns of arthritic patients in home environment. (2003)
2. Study of institutional mess kitchen environment. (2004)
3. Interior space design of industrial design studio at LG Electronics Pvt. Ltd. (2005)
--------------------------------------------------
Software proficiency:
Adobe Photoshop 7 ;Corell 12 ; Adobe Illustrator 10 ; Rhinoceros 3.0 ; Uni-Graphics; MS Power Point
--------------------------------------------------
Languages known:
English , Hindi , Bengali , Oriya , Marathi
--------------------------------------------------
Hobbies:
Cartooning - watching people - traveling - writing short stories/anecdotes - cooking
-------------------------------------------------
Other design activities
1. Ruby - Rubber band garment for sea beach wear.
2. "Ayenak" a reading glass. (opus 2003)
3. The Impossible Cup (a cup out of which you can never drink!)
4. Best out of waste: Rubber band powered car, boat and airplane.
--------------------------------------------------
Strengths
ideation -visualization - articulation
Weaknesses
As for my weaknesses go, i really enjoy my work and sometimes i put in too much time. But by being aware of my tendency to overwork, i have learnt to pace myself more and work smarter.
Dossier
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Poke' An unusual connection between an abnormal human tendency and the physical structure of a spiny pig + an urge to push my mental faculty resulted in the... more» |
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Spoo SPOO is an attempt to re-think the ergonomics of a feeding spoon. Peeling down to the heart of the (sub) conscious human behavior helped me reveal t... more» |
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Shrink Bathroom slippers that allow water to flow below them...and so you don't slip on wet tiles! Design point : Ridges both on top and bottom surface...fo... more» |
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Dustin When bins are less wide than Dustin - you can reverse the flow of dust through the handle!...for easy and efficient clean up. Thinner front edge for... more» |
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Mobius Play Mobius PLAY is a hand-held scientific toy which challenges the manual dexterity and concentration of the player. The toy constitutes of a continuous... more» |
Contest Entries
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Disposable Mug An unusual connection between an abnormal human tendency and the physical structure of a spiny pig + an urge to push my mental faculty resulted in the... more» |
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Disposable Mug SPOO is an attempt to re-think the ergonomics of a feeding spoon. Peeling down to the heart of the (sub) conscious human behavior helped me reveal t... more» |