Chas Clarkson Industrial Design Challenge
Summary of The brief
2 days of technical development:
Balancing making it engaging for children and showing technical development in Solidworks within a $15K budget.
detailed brief
The installation must retain the core functional principles:
Interactive spinning movement
Integrated lighting response
Sensor-triggered festive sound
Human-centred engagement
Strong visual connection to Christmas However, the designer is encouraged to explore:
Alternative silhouettes and forms
Refined proportions and detailing
Improved user interaction opportunities
Simplified fabrication opportunities
Enhanced sculptural presence The outcome should feel commercially realistic, achievable within budget constraints, and aligned with Chas Clarkson’s experiential design language
How might we bring joy to children?
