Benchmark.
Primary & Secondary Research.
Primary and secondary research was conducted throughout the design process to collect vital information and gain market feedback. Primary research included interviews with personal trainers & psychologists to confirm design choices and surveys & questionnaires with the public to determine interest, price and choice. Secondary research focused on gathering motivational techniques, interior design trends, exercise types, existing products and market growth.
Design Process.
Deigned from concept to manufacture.
Technical Drawings.
DESIGNED FOR PRODUCTION | 18 PART DRAWINGS | 13 ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS
Prototype Production.
FULLY FUNCTIONAL | MADE IN 15 DAYS
Curved Base JIG
Curved Base - Pre Cut
Curved Base - Post Cut & Shape
Pre-Assembly Front
Pre-Assembly Back
Cushion Top Pre-Upholstery
Final Assembly
Dumbbell Inner Ring Liner
Final Prototype - Made in 15 Days
FODE 2022
New Designers 2022
Young Furniture Makers 2022
Young Furniture Makers 2022
The January Furniture Show 2023
The January Furniture Show 2023
Physical Prototype.
This fully functional prototype was awarded a high first for the prototyping unit at Bournemouth University.
Further testing was conducted to confirm over 180KG could be supported and users would be able to perform multiple exercises with ease.