A design research project focused on the reduction of waste in the ski manufacturing sector. Rooted in sustainability, industry research, and material science, Powder to Purpose translates the growing pains of skier consumerism into up-cycled products for the outdoor user.

I was one of three students collaborating on this project, but I maintained input throughout the project through research, prototyping, graphic design, and presentation.

Ultralight done right is a research based outdoor soft goods project showcasing different methods of carrying equipment in an alpine environment. The project showcases a backpack designed to excel in alpine rock climbing and ski mountaineering.

The alpine ethos of Ultralight done right employs the ever important design strategy of minimalism, showcasing that a well designed product can be lean-featured while still being capable.

A design-intervention project that contemplates the definition of sitting, broadly imagined. “What does it mean to sit?” challenged me to first define sitting, then research it before designing an intervention for a study site on the University of Utah campus.

My intervention of a circular bench reflects my definition of sitting as a tool for both isolation and connection. The bench leaves the power of sitting with the user, do you face towards or away?

The Mountain Project app redesign is a UI overhaul for the rock climbing information app “Mountain Project.” I approached this redesign with a research model prioritizing user testing and competitive analysis, ensuring that my design changes were informed and supported with data.