We had the distinct pleasure to interview award winning designer Shakes about their original and creative Trivet design work. Shakes is an award-winning industrial designer, that makes our world a better place with their original trivet works.
Shakes ("Shakes") answered Design Interview ("DI") questions about their award-winning work Spyker Trivet. Interview questions prepared by Frank Scott.
Shakes : Spyker was inspired by aviation history and the old pre-war double decker machines. I wanted the Design to be reminiscent of a propeller.
Shakes : The focus was to create a functional yet beautiful Design that could go head to head with Menu's iconic trivet. Where Menu's trivet features a single material choice I opted to create a little more highlight by adding a circular steel ring.
Shakes : I hope that this Design can withstand the test of times and become an iconic Design for the SNF+ brand. It is also a product with a very long shelf life.
Shakes : It took me about one week to finish the Design concept but it took nearly another 2 months to complete the engineering development.
Shakes : The Design was a pitch to our client who accepted it upon review.
Shakes : The Design belongs to our client SNF+ which co-brands with our shakes brand.
Shakes : SNF+ has been one of our long-standing clients and we are working hard to build up this brand with award winning Designs every year.
Shakes : Menu's Propeller Trivet by Jacob Wagner was the main competitive inspiration.
Shakes : Design Lovers and Kitchen Maestros who enjoy life and respect the good things.
Shakes : I think that this Design has set itself apart from the Menu Design not particularly competing on aesthetic values but on a functional side that it's easier to open dues to the ducts. I also think that the Stainless Steel ring adds a classic touch that just shines a little more.
Shakes : Spyker is an old "gone" brand of Propeller planes. For some reason I had this name in my head probably because Spyker is now a high end automotive brand.
Shakes : I used 3D software to create the concept on the PC after sketching it out first. Then I made a quick prototype on my 3D printer t check for dimensions and mechanical movement. After satisfying my requirements the factory undertook some more changes to match manufacturing needs.
Shakes : I really like the "hole" in the center of the trivet. It kinds draws you in and lends the Design a special character.
Shakes : I have to thank Jonathan Lo who gave his support during the manufacturing stage and Surakead Hemwimon for his mechanical expertise during the Design stage.
Shakes : Luckily there is no technology involved. This is a good ol' touch and feel Design.
Shakes : No, looked at none of that.
Shakes : Due to the fantastic team behind the manufacturing we didn't face any major complications but had to change the metal ring from an originally curved Design to a flat ring.
Shakes : I've started competing on the A Design platform last year winning three awards so I plan to compete on it at least once a year to build the studio's profile but also Thailand's Design Ranking.
Shakes : I always push myself and the people we work with to reach for the best. It is the key to creating something great and the key of never getting comfortable so that your mind always stays sharp and hungry.
Shakes : I think my brain's already blown by all the above questions!
