Product Design Management
Manage schedule, budget, design, research, engineering, model making, and production liaison.


Conceptual Design Development
2-D sketching and rendering allows quick communication of new design concepts.


Designing for Production
Key to a successful project is the understanding of manufacturing processes, enabling creative manufacturable solutions.


Computer Modeling and Rendering
Often it is very useful to generate realistic computer models and images of a product under development. These models and images help to evaluate and communicate various aspects of a product under development - from functional and aesthetic aspects to color and material variations. These computer models can be used to create real physical models in a rapid prototyping process, and may eventually be use for engineering.


Model Fabrication
Physical models made during the design process are often instrumental in the development and communication of a concept and/or the evaluation of the final design before release to production. These models range from simple mockups, to fully functional prototypes.


Vendor Sourcing
Finding and utilizing the most appropriate cost effective vendors for product development and/or manufacturing is one of the most important aspects of a successful project. From rapid prototyping, to tooling and injection molding.


Product Marketing
Use of various techniques from photography, press, awards, and new media to help promote and sell your products.


User Interviews, Research, & Evaluation
User interviews often help focus design projects to eliminate wasted time, effort, and money.


Trend Analysis and Forecasting
It is often important to be aware of what is going on in a specific market, or in utilizing new manufacturing processes. Forecasting often allows us to prepare for what is coming, or to project potential opportunities down the road.


Color and Material Research, Development and Specification
A critical aspect of product design is the use of innovative materials and/or the unique use of existing technologies to make a product stand out in a crowded field, or perform better than your competitors'. Color and finish can be used to update an existing product, or to help distinguish your brand identity.


Web Site Design and Development
The use of new media technologies have become so pervasive and cost effective, that if you are not using them you are really missing out. I can help you establish a web presence, or put together an interactive presentation for your clients.


Graphic Design
Product and graphic design come together with product graphics and packaging to enhance the user's experience, and aid the user with product interaction.

From years of working with some of the best individuals in the world of product design, I have a fantastic network of experienced designers, engineers, model makers, researchers, and color & material specialists and utilize their expertise, skills, and input when needed. I really enjoy the diversity and challenges of being a design consultant, and over the years have utilized many skills and tools to design & develop products including: