from concept to product
This project was entirely grounded in execution, how can a conceptual sketch translate it into a fully realized, functional physical product. Moving away from theoretical design, the focus was placed heavily on practical engineering and manufacturing skills. By bridging the gap between raw ideation and physical form, this citrus press stands as a testament to hands-on problem-solving, material precision, and production-ready design.
Approach
Phase 1: Mechanical Engineering & Workshop Fabrication
The Focus: High-precision manufacturing and technical execution.
The Practical Skill: This phase focused entirely on creating a robust, functional pressing mechanism. Leveraging heavy machinery, I utilized laser cutting for exact component geometry, precision sheet metal bending to form structural brackets, and welding to ensure the joints could withstand high-leverage physical forces.
Phase 2: Exterior Styling & Shell Integration
The Focus: Form, aesthetics, and user interaction.
The Practical Skill: The second phase required designing and fabricating an exterior shell that seamlessly bridges form and function. The criteria for this housing were threefold: it had to completely enclose and protect the internal mechanism, faithfully replicate the sleek visual language of the original concept sketch, and critically, allow the user to safely and comfortably operate the press.