This project explored the transformation of an existing tool into a completely reimagined object. I began by studying a staple gun, focusing on its form, mechanics, and materiality through detailed observational sketches. Each sketch captured the staple gun’s unique angles, surfaces, and structural elements, laying the foundation for its redesign. This study provided an in-depth understanding of the tool’s functional and aesthetic potential, inspiring creative reinterpretation.
Through iterative sketches, I explored multiple possibilities for transforming the staple gun into a new tool. The process culminated in a design for a pill shaker, tailored specifically for elderly users managing specialized medications. The final concept integrates functional simplicity with ergonomic considerations, ensuring ease of use. The hand-rendered presentation showcases the pill shaker’s key materials—glass and metal—using advanced shading and rendering techniques to highlight its form and purpose.
The project concluded with a digital realization of the pill shaker using Rhino, visualized from multiple angles to emphasize its design integrity and functionality. This digitally rendered model highlights the refined interplay of materials, textures, and surfaces, offering a comprehensive view of the final object. The pill shaker demonstrates a thoughtful approach to transforming the staple gun’s utilitarian essence into a new, user-centric product.
