Twist Clip:
Twist Clip is a tool designed to celebrate the creative process of a dynamic and resourceful studio worker. Inspired by the concept of "organized chaos," the design transforms an everyday problem into an opportunity to highlight ingenuity. Using laminated materials and integrated metal wires, the clip provides flexibility and durability, offering a functional yet playful solution for managing studio waste.
Role & Process: Design and prototype a studio tool that reflects the workflow of a classmate. Conduct user research to understand their needs and behaviours, develop low-fidelity prototypes, and explore material and structural possibilities. Iterate on the design through testing and refinement, resulting in a functional tool constructed from paper-based materials.
Taking influence from bread clips, Twist Clip is designed for a studio garbage bag to contain scraps accumulated from working on projects.
Crafted from millboard and (or) layered mixed media paper and reinforced with internal metal wires.
Hold the clip and bend one side to open it.
User Experience:
1 . Locate studio garbage bag filled with scraps from your project.2 . Grab the clip and twist the top of the garbage bag.
3 . Slide the clip onto the twisted top of the garbage bag.4 . Pull down to secure the bag tightly.
5 . Enjoy peace of mind, knowing your scraps are safely contained.
Low-fidelity prototypes: Exploring form, function and user interaction
Final 1:1 scale prototype