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06 / Case study / 2025

Industrial Design Sketchbook

Form, function and proportion explored through product sketching and technical studies.

Product sketchingConcept designForm developmentTechnical drawing
Purple automotive concept sketch viewed from the rear three-quarter angle

Overview

This sketchbook brings together fast visual studies from different product categories. The subject changes, but the purpose remains consistent: make an idea understandable, test its silhouette, expose construction logic and communicate enough detail for the concept to move forward.

Context
Industrial design studies
Focus
Silhouette, surface language, assembly and ergonomics
Methods
Digital sketching, visual rendering and dimensional drawing
Output
Concept visuals + ergonomic sizing study
4distinct design studies
3scales of product thinking
1consistent visual process

01 / Automotive form

A strong silhouette establishes character before detail.

The automotive study uses a rear three-quarter view to develop stance, volume and surface transitions. A low body, pronounced shoulders and a central rear graphic create a recognisable direction quickly.

The rendering is less about production resolution and more about communicating proportion, movement and visual identity in a single image.

Purple automotive concept with highlighted body surfaces

02 / Product ergonomics

Compact power-tool proportions are built around grip and balance.

The handheld tool study explores a compact body, a clear trigger zone and a grip that visually anchors the product. Colour blocking separates functional areas and strengthens the sense of direction.

A simple side perspective makes the relationship between motor housing, chuck and handle easy to evaluate.

Red and black compact power tool concept sketch

03 / Assembly logic

The sketch can explain how a product opens, rotates or comes apart.

This vented component study uses a paired view and directional arrow to communicate rotation and reveal the internal ribbed structure.

Showing the closed and open states together turns a form sketch into a quick piece of assembly communication.

Vented cylindrical component shown in closed and opened states

04 / Human scale

Dimensional views turn ergonomic intent into a checkable proposal.

The chair study moves from visual form into front, side, top and perspective views with overall dimensions. Seat height, back support, arm position and base footprint can be reviewed together.

This stage connects product aesthetics to the practical needs of posture, reach, stability and workspace fit.

Dimensioned technical views of an ergonomic office chair

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