Inspired by the exoskeleton of a sea urchin (Echinoidea), thumbnail sketches combine elements of the urchin and a soap pump, exploring where these forms best connect texturally and functionally. The drawn forms are modeled after segments of the urchin’s decagonal structure.
Low-fidelity model making allows for experimentation with material and function; crocheted twine and plaster exude a beachy aesthetic while being texturally pleasing. This phase identified the hanging ledge feature between the dispenser and brush, made with aluminum slap bands, allowing for a flat and wand configuration.
The final sketch model is CAD rendered and 3D printed, serving as a base for wax melt detailing to express the urchin’s texture. Silicone mold making of the detailed bottle creates a resin, plaster, and liquid plastic copy of the master mold.
Loading the CAD design into KeyShot, the bottle’s texture, material, and color can be played with and developed into the final product, ready for advertisement and mass production.
