TECH TRAVEL BAG
PROJECT
Research
This is rosi
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49 years old
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Recently moved from US to town oustide of Paris and has had to make some lifestyle adjustments
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Curriculum consultant for a University languages department
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Spanish and French tutor​
"I used to use two different bags for my jobs- just keep one in the car- but now that I've moved and don't use a car anymore- and I'm going from the university straight to tutoring- I just stuff everything in one bag."
what's in her bag?
needs
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Organizing and transporting tech and other items for work
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Keep devices safe from falls, liquids, etc.​​
frustrations
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Doesn't want to buy another bag
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Tech organizers out there all look/operate the same
- they're developed with one user demographic's aesthetic in mind, so it's hard to find one she can get excited about buying
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Products out there either lack necessary padding or are only made to store one device/ item. ​
Apple
Bagsmart
Levenger
Casemate
ideation
WHat we want
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Organization​
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Padding/ protection for items
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Hold variety of items- not exclusive to tech but accomadating to it
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Hold items of different sizes and organizational needs
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Easy to look through on the go
something unique, something she can be excited about unlike these :(
Form inspo
File folders have an interesting pleated element that allows them to be expanded
Paper bags have a simpler pleat comprable to the file folder
Can I make a desk organizer to-go?
sketches
Models
I made many low-fidelity paper and muslin models. A concern was how to create a snug-fit that worked for all laptop sizes
Here I am experimenting with quilted-style padding and using fabric scraps to stuff the case and how to make it work in favor of the appearance and feel of the case instead of against it.
Mood
board
Image credits given where possible
Taking inspiration from contemporary quilt patterns that are friendly yet sophisticated
A clean, fresh look, like morning dew but with color
A color palette to represent a mix of warm and classy