New social role

Active involvement in the Fondazione Trentina per l'Autismo organization, where I could actually interact with the client.

Metadesign approach

Producing an advanced and plausible concept as a result, without focusing on manufacturability aspects.

Professional organizational tools

First personal use of Dataviz (Matrix, Venn Diagram) and other concept generation tools (Crazy Eight, Personas, Journey Map, Tier Lists).

Pysical models over drawings

The project development was mostly based on study models, wich eventually evolved into the final prototypes.

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New social role

Active involvement in the Fondazione Trentina per l'Autismo organization, where I could actually interact with the client.

Metadesign approach

Producing an advanced and plausible concept as a result, without focusing on manufacturability aspects.

Professional organizational tools

First personal use of Dataviz (Matrix, Venn Diagram) and other concept generation tools (Crazy Eight, Personas, Journey Map, Tier Lists).

Physical models over drawings

The project development was mostly based on study models, wich eventually evolved into the final prototypes.

Redescovering simplicity

Very often, this job leads to unnecessary complications. In this case, I rediscovered the value of simple objects, supported by strong concepts.

Thinking with hands

This project also confirmed my preference for producing physical models to propose ideas during the development phase, rather than drawings.

Back to the origins

I discovered a new aspect of design: the artisanal one, made of sweat and sawdust, with the priceless satisfaction of using a self-produced object on a daily basis.

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Rediscovering simplicity

Very often, this job leads to unnecessary complications. In this case, I rediscovered the value of simple objects, supported by strong concepts.

Thinking with hands

This project confirmed my preference for producing physical models to propose ideas during the development phase, rather than drawings.

Back to the origins

I discovered a new aspect of design: the artisanal one, made of sweat and sawdust, with the priceless satisfaction of using a self-produced object on a daily basis.

Importance of history

Rediscovering Cisitalia taught me the importance of curiosity and research in every project.

Formal reinterpretation

This project trained me for a common challenge in the design industry: the formal rebranding in search for a new corporate identity.

3D modeling

The project gave me the opportunity to delve deeper into parametric surface modeling, using an unconventional software: ZW3D.

Hunger for improvement

This experience left me with the desire to improve my rendering and 3D printing skills, which I actually refined in subsequent projects.

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Importance of history

Rediscovering Cisitalia taught me the importance of curiosity and research in every project.

Formal reinterpretation

This project trained me for a common challenge in the design industry: the formal rebranding in search for a new corporate identity.

3D modeling

The project gave me the opportunity to delve deeper into parametric surface modeling, using an unconventional software: ZW3D.

Hunger for improvement

This experience left me with the desire to improve my rendering and 3D printing skills, which I actually refined in subsequent projects.

Role of poetry

The relationship between light and ceramic material is common to all of the concepts. I am more convinced than ever of the importance of poetry in the designer's craft.

Importance of mistakes

Krakatoa is the result of a great deal of trial and error, from which I've always drawn something new. I believe that this is fundamental in a designer's career.

Boost on drawingss

This is a project that required a lot of sketching. This gave me the opportunity to refine this aspect of design and better define my style.

New softwares

Designing Krakatoa gave me the chance to deepen my knowledge of Fusion 360 and start using Blender for organic shapes and renderings.

In search of perfection

This project taught me more than any other to never stop at the first idea and be willing to start over, revolutionize an idea in search of the best possible result.

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Role of poetry

The relationship between light and ceramic material is common to all of the concepts. I am more convinced than ever of the importance of poetry in the designer's craft.

Importance of mistakes

Krakatoa is the result of a great deal of trial and error, from which I've always drawn something new. I believe that this is fundamental in a designer's career.

Boost on drawings

This is a project that required a lot of sketching. This gave me the opportunity to refine this aspect of design and better define my style.

New softwares

Designing Krakatoa gave me the chance to enrich my knowledge of Fusion 360 and start using Blender for organic shapes and renderings.

In search of perfection

This project taught me more than any other to never stop at the first idea and be willing to start over, revolutionize an idea in search of the best possible result.

First steps

I went to a scientific school, so this was the project that introduced me to design for the first time ever and, in part, made me decide to take this carreer path.

Interior design experience

Casa Ariete represents an interior design experience, albeit small, going beyond the canons of Product Design.

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First steps

I went to a scientific school, so this was the project that introduced me to design for the first time ever and, in part, made me decide to take this carreer path.

Interior design experience

Casa Ariete represents an interior design experience, albeit small, going beyond the canons of Product Design.

Morphological reflection exercise

The first activities gave me the chance to think about the shape of an object more than i would normally do during a project.

Digital patterns

I enjoyed generating the patterns and discovering a new graphic vocation, always very useful in any product design project.

Mockups

For both of the phases, I also had the chance to produce many advertising mockups, training me further for the communication part of any project.

Freer view of design

I was able to express myself in a more provocative and playful way, representing a further opportunity for growth as a designer.

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Morphological reflection exercise

The first activities gave me the chance to think about the shape of an object more than I would normally do during a project.

Digital patterns

I enjoyed generating the patterns and discovering a new graphic vocation, always very useful in any product design project.

Mockups

For both of the phases, I also had the chance to produce many advertising mockups, training me further for the communication part of any project.

Freer view of design

I was able to express myself in a more provocative and playful way, representing a further opportunity for growth as a designer.

Digital illustrations

The need to create explicative slides for each milestone of the project allowed me to enhance my illustration skills with the drawing tablet.

Applied interviews

Even if conducted on a small scale, the interviews were crucial for concept generation and an opportunity to improve my user's study skills.

Group catalyst

During the project, I acted as a catalyst in the group dialogue, proposing the design vision that was then selected for the final execution phase.

Sustainably-driven project

Otto's sustainable nature has proven to be its real advantage: it is as simple to use as electronic shredders, but more tactile and gratifying, and has no load limits.

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Digital illustrations

The need to create explicative slides for each milestone of the project allowed me to enhance my illustration skills with the drawing tablet.

Applied interviews

Even if conducted on a small scale, the interviews were crucial for concept generation and an opportunity to improve my user's study skills.

Group catalyst

During the project, I acted as a catalyst in the group dialogue, proposing the design vision that was then selected for the final execution phase.

Sustainably-driven project

Otto's sustainable nature has proven to be its real advantage: it is as simple to use as electronic shredders, but more tactile and gratifying, and has no load limits.

Digital illustrations

The need to create explicative slides for each milestone of the project allowed me to enhance my illustration skills with the drawing tablet.

Applied interviews

Even if conducted on a small scale, the interviews were crucial for concept generation and an opportunity to improve my user's study skills.

Group catalyst

During the project, I acted as a catalyst in the group dialogue, proposing the design vision that was then selected for the final execution phase.

Sustainably-driven project

Otto's sustainable nature has proven to be its real advantage: it is as simple to use as electronic shredders, but more tactile and gratifying, and has no load limits.

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Time management

During this five-day workshop, I engaged with a new approach to the design process, which put my time management skills to the test within a group dynamic.

New AI tools

In this limited time I explored Vizcom, generating renderigs directly from digital sketches; a fresh, fast approach perfectly suited to this type of workshop.

First fashion approach

I seized the opportunity to explore a completely new field—fashion design—for the first time and to further broaden my horizons.

Dahu GR20

Dahu GR20 is an articulated split-toe approach and trekking shoe engineered for technical alpine terrain. This footwear delivers progressive kinetic return and precise tactile ground feedback on high-gradient scree and rock slabs.

PROJECT LINEUP

Group of two people.

ROLE

Market research, concept generation, renders, presentation.

BRIEF

Design an innovative product centered on the theme of movement during hikes, optimizing physical effort and movement tracking while exploring the connection between the body and the terrain.

NOTES

The project was developed as a group, in one week, for the Mon*Talent – Mountain & Talent Hub Workshop at Politecnico di Milano.

Scope Definition

The workshop brief allowed for considerable freedom regarding the type of product to be developed. Consequently, an initial analysis phase was required to precisely define the scope of the project.

It was during this phase that we seized upon an idea suggested by Outdoor Magazine, a workshop partner, which highlighted the paradox that there are no shoes specifically designed for long-distance walking trails, forcing users to choose between trail-running shoes and traditional hiking boots.

We therefore decided to address the issue by designing a shoe specifically for long-distance trails.

Before beginning the design process, however, it was necessary to precisely define the specific type of trail and the target users. We focused on:

  • Technical trails (specifically the GR20, in Corsica) characterized by intensity, rocky terrain, and rugged conditions.

  • Experienced adult hikers seeking a fresh take on the hiking experience.

Benchmark

When developing the benchmark, we examined the three leading solutions for hiking footwear currently on the market, aiming to incorporate the best features of each into our own product.

The true innovation, however, lies in the introduction of the shoe's split-toe shape, a feature typical of Japanese Jika Tabi shoes:

Thanks to the sketches, we defined a durable, elastic, boot-like shape, featuring structural reinforcements in the weave and resoleable external elements that gave the footwear its form.

Concept Generation

Thanks to the sketches, we defined a durable, elastic, boot-like shape, featuring structural reinforcements in the weave and resoleable external elements that gave the footwear its form.

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Final Output

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Components & Materials

This project does not fall short on sustainability, which is ensured by:

  • High-end materials: we selected the best on the market, at least at the concept stage

  • Ability to disassemble and resole the shoe

Streetwear Opportunity

Today’s trends offer a further opportunity for Dahu G20: the ability to be worn even in urban settings, fully embracing the growing Gorpcore wave.

Contextualized Renders

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Never seen collaboration with the company

Being so close to the company during the design process encouraged me to get involved, ask questions to experts, and learn as much as possible about ceramics.

Management role

During the design process, I often found myself taking on roles related to the project's identity, research, dialogue with more experienced people in the sector, and product presentation.

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Never seen collaboration with the company

Being so close to the company during the design process encouraged me to get involved, ask questions to experts, and learn as much as possible about ceramics.

Management role

During the design process, I often found myself taking on roles related to the project's identity, research, dialogue with more experienced people in the sector, and product presentation.

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Total Projects

5

Selected Projects

3

Companies Involved

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