Mihoko Ouchi

Mihoko's selected works

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1. Works of Mihoko Ouchi
2. Speak-er Multimedia speakers that put the “speak” in speakers. Designed for the. Speech bubble shaped speakers for MP3 players and computers. A MoMA Store best seller. Materials: ABS, powder coated steel Responsibilities Ideation Design and development CAD modeling Factory sourcing Vendor coordination Marketing and PR Sales and distribution
4. Speakers have the word “speak” in them, which is essentially what they do. So what if the speaker actually “speaks”? Ideation sketches Inspiration from modern and classic electric products.
5. Bose Companion 2 $100  Logitec Z520 $120  JBL Duet $60  LaCie FireWire $55  Altec Expressionist $60  MUJI Cardboard Speaker $40  Logitech X140 $30  Creative GigaWorks T20 $130  Fred Earbud Speaker $64  A comprehensive comparison of competitors inside and outside of the targeted range. Sound Quality  Target Price Range: $90-120 Target Sound Quality:  Target Value: High-end design product $ Price
6. Researching different types of power/volume configurations. Exploring and determining the most comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, and intuitive location for the power/volume knob control.
7. Shape and detail refinement
8. The power/volume knob is situated on the backside of the speakers not only for aesthetic reasons but also for easy access and intuitive control.
9. Material selection > Sourcing and communicating with manufactures > Prototypes > Collaboration with electrical, audio, and mechanical engineers >
10. Every detail was considered, including cable positioning, iconography, and split lines.
11. To ensure clean surfaces throughout, injection molding artifacts and screws were cleverly concealed.
12. Manufacturing (assembly) > Inspections and importing > Manufacturing (injection molding) > Color selection >
13. Packaging design > Package and manual design > Instructions and warranty imprinted on the packaging tear off for safe keeping.
14. Trade shows, marketing, and PR > Retail sales >
15. Mesh Transducer Weight Volume / Power Knob Heat Sink PCB Power Module Transducer Gasket Housing Gasket Volume Control Port Tube (top & bottom) Port Tube (top & bottom) Rear Housing Front Housing Open Cell Foam Exploded view
17. A modular wall system that improves one’s sense of comfort in public elevators via color and light. Personal Project I.D. Magazine Student Design Review Honorable Mention Construction: stainless steel, backlit panel Responsibilities Ideation Research Design Prototyping (1:8 and 1:1 sizes) Collaboration with architectural NYC not-for-profit Emotional Skin for Elevators
18. 2 Backlit Panel Animated Floor Indicator Control Panels Curved Walls Translucent Door Modular Perforated Stainless Steel Panels Clear Panel The riding and waiting experience
19. Awkward 74% Irritating 25% Stuffy 24% Irritating 8% Fearful 14% Ugly 15% Reserved 10% boring 10% Smelly 8% Can you press three, please? Research: “How do you feel in an elevator?’ (Data collected from 100 elevator users)
20. 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Research results and observations: where people stand and what they look at.
21. male female strangers 01 friends 02 03 04 friends 05 06 07 couple 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Distillation and synthesis of research
22. Initial sketches for both riding and waiting experience
23. Color changing wall / animated indicator Proposed enhancements based on research Conventional floor indicator Conventional cab interior wall Conventional control panel Passenger tend to look upward Perforated stainless wall Multiple control panels For better flow of the passenger and lessening the feeling of awkwardness
24. Mihoko Ouchi 266 Washington Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11205 John Smith 702 Lake Terrace Cir, Davis, CA 95616 Mihoko Ouchi 266 Washington Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11205 John Smith 702 Lake Terrace Cir, Davis, CA 95616 Thread Tear Envelope A subtle no-mess way to open envelopes. MUJI Award 03 Finalist work Easy-open envelope that uses thread to cleanly open one edge. Construction: paper and thread Responsibilities Ideation Research Design Prototyping
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26. Paper roll Thread roll Thread Press + Glue Press + Print ᶃ ᶄ ᶅ Die Cut Fold line Glue A manufacturing process was imagined that would not significantly alter current production means.
28. Stacked Cups A series of individual cups that appear to be stacked. Designed for the. Cups that poke fun at our unconscious habit of stacking things whenever we can. Materials: fine bone china Responsibilities Ideation Design and development Prototyping CAD development Factory sourcing Vendor coordination Photography
29. Applying real-world observations of subtle and unconscious habits to the design of humorous yet meaningful products.
30. After exploring several ceramic materials, fine bone china was selected to best express the delicate nesting lines and enhance the feeling of preciousness. A bone china artist from Beijing was then contracted for a low production run.
31. Three-part mold Die for jiggering 1 3 2
33. Framed Objects Ordinary objects are transformed into works of art. Designed for the. Wall hanging frames that contain a vase, shelf, or hook. Material: cast resin Responsibilities Ideation Design and development Prototyping CAD development Factory sourcing Vendor coordination Photography
34. Three final styles (vase, shelf, and hook) were settled upon.
35. Inspired by the ability of frames to enhance the value of ordinary objects. Initial sketches with an exploration of frames with a variety of ordinary objects within.
36. Design considerations beyond aesthetics were assessed, such as ease of maintenance. Color and material development.
37. Local manufacturers and painters were sourced. Additional responsibilities included packaging design and illustration.
38. Built NY iPhone Case Built’s iconic forms utilized as a fun&functional feature. Designed for Built NY Protective case for the iPhone 4. Materials: silicone Responsibilities Ideation Design and development CAD and rendering Branding
39. Internal ribs capture the phone tightly. Backside dimple makes case less slippery. Extended corners act as cushions in case of drops. Ergonomic hourglass shape enhances gripping power. Built’s aesthetic brand identity used as a developmental starting point.
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41. Selected Works for Karim Rashid ALLIANCE 1892 Brandy bottle Target Gift card Lexon Wireless mouse Fendi Perfume bottle ARTE & CUOIO Leather goods Lexon Desktop set Lexon Desktop set
42. Talenti Outdoor furniture Talenti Coffee table and seating Natuzzi Working couch Talenti Outdoor furniture Albed Door Nightingale Stacking chair Natuzzi Transformable couch
43. Meeting area and public seating Trade Show Booth Designed for Refin Tile with Karim Rashid Cersaie Award 2008 Best Stand Innovative trade show booth to showcase Refin’s novel selection of ceramic tiles. Responsibilities Concept creation CAD modeling Rendering “Expanding upon the definition and capabilities of ceramic flooring.”
44. Rather than just a showcase of swatches, guests to the space are submerged in a landscape of flooring tiles. Reception area
45. Bird’s eye view 30cm 30cm
46. Ceiling light Public seating Reception area Meeting area
47. Single Stroke Arm Chair A two dimensional graphic profile represented in a three-dimensional object. Personal project Responsibilities Ideation Design and development Construction CAD Rendering
48. An exploration of possible 2D seating shapes.
49. Two separate pieces assemble together for ease of fabrication.
51. Walls Notebook Inspirational NYC walls to vandalize with immunity. Designed for the. A notebook / sketchbook / graffiti blackbook. Over 70,000 copies sold. Published by Quirk Books. Responsibilities Photography Curation Post production and layout Prototyping
52. 80 unique walls were chosen that show their grit and history through decaying paint layers and rusted metal.
53. From the Bronx to Staten Island.
54. Before and after
55. Photo shoot in NYC from spring to winter of 2008