Univeristy of Virginia

  • Dimensions

    A truly custom build starts only with the constraints: locker width, depth, height, and features.

    Given boundaries, dimensions of every seat, box, and cubby are reworked to balance ergonomics. Experience is required in order to understand the limits of such a small space and fulfill the wishlist of the clients. Fine tuning is needed to ensure players are comfortable and their personal belongings make sense within the user experience.

  • Brand Guidelines

    Dimensions and scope finalized, the end product must now adhere to the brand guidelines of the teams, boast a unique visual identity, and fit within the scope of manufacturing capabilities. This aspect of the process highlights the thin but important line drawn between ‘could we do this?’ and ‘should we do this?’

  • Design and Engineering

    While the final product is engineered to match the concept as closely as possible, I create my concepts to reflect engineering practices as faithfully as I can. This includes building every locker concepts as a panelized system, accurate to the materials being used. This creates realistic scenarios where I must consider the constraints of construction and hardware.

    This ensures clients receive products that they expect and that engineering is capable of producing.

  • Production

    Clients see a final mockup before the production phase to sign off on details. I can measure my success by the satisfaction of the client and the accuracy of the concept to its real-world counterpart.