CHASE MASAKI TRAVIS

-Product Designer
-Digital Designer
-Artistic Direction

3rd year Product Design student at the University of Oregon.

My philosophy centers around the simplicity of "less is more." I'm dedicated to creating products that are not only visually appealing but also practical and user-friendly, my preferred blend of form and function.

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神社 (Jinsha)

University Course:
PD485 - Sustainable and Transport Design

The 神社 (Jinsha) is a simple 5 piece flatpack (day)camping firepit. By making this out of stainless steel(fully recyclable), the environmental impact of this product is greatly reduced. This project marks the end of my 1-year research into the world of flatpack design.

Jinsha

The jinsha is a flat-pack (day) camping firepit designed with the user in mind. 5 panels of stainless steel components pieced together to create a firepit that can both stand out and blend in. The durability of the steel offers the user a luxurious camping experience without having to worry about the lifespan of the product. This design was made with inspiration from Japanese shinto shrines that can be found scattered thoughout the country. This product is a perfect compliment to any campers arsenal of goods, as it exceeds at one thing only — sheltering a

damn good fire.

IDEATION

The ideation came in two parts: form and materials. The form was what 80% of the ideation process was spent getting perfect. Without a good form, you’re left with no cohesion and beauty. The materials were pretty easy to figure out once I had set my limitations with the environmental sustainability factors as well as durability standards I wanted to meet.

Working closely with my friends who made the tent, we created design guidlines that allowed for the projects to flow together cohesively and without obstruction of each other or nature.

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Chase Masaki Travis
America / Japan