Robert Rabinovitz Student Portfolio

1-2. Eric Krantz, UW-StoutPUMA collaborative project TjoumasProduct Form Class,Spring 1995

UW-Stout/PUMA collaborative project. Presentation boards and final footwear model of Tjoumas, an Arctic expedition sport and the specific footwear design to go along.

1-2. Eric Krantz, UW-StoutPUMA collaborative project TjoumasProduct Form Class,Spring 1995

UW-Stout/PUMA collaborative project. Presentation boards and final footwear model of Tjoumas, an Arctic expedition sport and the specific footwear design to go along.

3. Jodi Knutson, UW-StoutInterior Design Furniture StudioFall 1993Connections Project

Working prototype of end table project exploring the world of connections. This table used easily purchased materials of pressboard, aluminum and oak and is constructed by assembling the components using no additional fasteners.

4-5. Hans Eckholm, UW-StoutLighting DesignIndustrial Design Product Form, Spring 1994

Working prototype of lighting project. Students were asked to define light for themselves with support of research and to design and build a working prototype of their personal expression of the definition of light. This design was stimulated by the idea of spark.

6. Nicole Noffke, UW-StoutHome Entertainment EnvironmentIndustrial Design IVSpring 1995

Scale model of residential home entertainment system at the early stages of home entertainment. The movie indicates the dating of the project.

7. Jeff Stazack-UW-StoutTrek USA collaborative project Industrial Design IIIFall 1993

Presentation model of an extremely innovative self tightening foot pedal for the bicycle industry. As one puts the foot inside the pedal the strap begins to close and secure the foot. Upon the desire to release the foot one makes a slight adjustment by pressing on the pivoting edge to open the strap.

8. Laurie Smith, UW-StoutChair prototypeInterior Furniture Design, Fall 1994

Chair design based on a parallelogram. Chair uses cord in tension as body support system.

9. Joe McCarthy, UW-StoutPUMA Collaborative ProjectTension Training Running Shoe Industrial Design III, Spring 1994

Final presentation model and detail image of shoe designed to increase muscle development in legs while walking, running or exercising.Tension rods are designed to be calibrated to different tension levels for users.

10. Brad ZeugeSingle person vehicleProduct Form,Spring 1994

Scale model of single person vehicle design for product form class.

11. Nathan Leinweber, UW-StoutLighting ProjectProduct FormSpring 1995 Lighting design prototype based on mystical and mythological historical references

12-13. Josh Gordon, UW-StoutPUMA collaborative projectIndustrial Design IIISpring 1995

“Power Walk” UW-Stout/PUMA collaborative design project. Students were asked to design a professional activity or sport and the specific footwear to go along with the sport or activity. This project was a “power walker” activity sport to help one exercise while walking.

12-13. Josh Gordon, UW-StoutPUMA collaborative projectIndustrial Design IIISpring 1995

“Power Walk” UW-Stout/PUMA collaborative design project. Students were asked to design a professional activity or sport and the specific footwear to go along with the sport or activity. This project was a “power walker” activity sport to help one exercise while walking.

14. John Olson, UW-StoutKinetic Chair designInterior Design Furniture StudioSpring 1993

Scale model of kinetic chair that pivots at four points.

15. Barbara Bueckers, UW-StoutInterior Design Furniture StudioFall 1995

Connections ProjectDesign and construction of end table based on connections. Materials: Stained wood, aluminum.

16. Sarah Nigon, UW-StoutInterior Design Furniture StudioSpring 1995

Connections ProjectDesign and construction of end table prototype based on connections. Table is held together with out fasteners other than the interlocking components of glass, walnut and aluminum.

17. Eric Krantz, UW-StoutLight prototypeProduct Design StudioFall 1994

Working prototype of lighting project. Students were asked to define light for themselves with support of research and to design and build a working prototype of their personal expression of the defini-tion of light. Materials included cast aluminum, fiberglass and steel.

18-19. Steve Krug, UW-StoutPUMA collaborative projectFlat OutIndustrial Design IIISpring 1994

UW Stout/PUMA collaborative project. Final footwear model of “Flat Out”, a new shoe for soccer goalies taking advantage of a larger flat kicking surface.

18-19. Steve Krug, UW-StoutPUMA collaborative projectFlat OutIndustrial Design IIISpring 1994

UW Stout/PUMA collaborative project. Final footwear model of “Flat Out”, a new shoe for soccer goalies taking advantage of a larger flat kicking surface.

20. David Stender, UW-StoutLighting prototypeIndustrial Design IVFall 1993

Final working prototype and detail image for lighting project.

Robert Rabinovitz Professional Portfolio

Moen Revolution Showerhead

Consumer Product DevelopmentCleveland, OhioDesign consultant with:Moen design team, Design Continuum, Boston, Design Design, San Diego

Aquadroid Pool Cleaner

Arneson Products Inc.Core Madera, CaliforniaDesign Consultant Prova Design GroupMountain View, California

Arc Desk Accessory System

Smith Metal Arts Buffalo, New YorkWilliam Sklaroff Design AssociatesArdmore, Pennsylvania

Dixon Pen System

Dixon Ticonderoga CompanySandusky, OhioRobert Hain Design AssociatesScotch Plains, New Jersey

Mobile Paper Transport System

Foster Manufacturing CompanyPhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaWilliam Sklaroff Design AssociatesArdmore, Pennsylvania

Kinder Grinder

Coffee Grinder Sound Dampening Sleeve SystemDesign ConsultantMinneapolis, Minnesota

Hummer H2 Press Binder

General Motors CorporationPremier CommunicationsRoyal Oak, Michigan

CCS Reception Security Desk

Walter B. Ford II Building LobbyCollage for Creative StudiesDetroit, Michigan

Mc Sort Paper Management System

Mc Donald Productsa division of Smith Metal ArtsBuffalo, New YorkWilliam Sklaroff Design Associates

Pop-It-Soc-It

Ball and Socket Construction ToyFisher-Price Collaborative Project East Aurora, New YorkJunior Year Student Project Philadelphia College of Art

VH1 Press Kit

Structural PackagingDesign ConsultantGraphic Design: ElevatorNew York, Ontario

Meditation Table

Sit and place fingers and hands inside the circle of light. Touch the white illuminated sand and begin to transcend. An interactive experiential table for thought, conversation, meditation and transcen-dence.Materials: steel, sand, glass, lightCustom order

Meditation Chair

a kinetic chair that supports the body allowing for movement and the constant flow of energyMaterials: steel

Hybrid Information Envirornment

Concept work for a new setting for fiber optic telecommunications technology and human interpersonal relationships using image, text, light, sound and scent as an integral part of the living and breathing, coexisting, co-creating highly artificial neuro-natural network.Cranbrook Academy of Art

SlimSpring + Crosby Collection

Mirror system of assorted sizes ranging from 12” to 48” tall and 4” wideMaterials: walnut, mirror glass

Composition Spring + Crosby Collection

a line of desktop accessories that are able to adjust to client needs based on use and desire.Items available: Business card holder, clock, post-it note holder, vase, tray.Materials: walnut, stainless steel, aluminum, acrylic.

Shine

Spring + Crosby CollectionStackable Candle and Hanukkah Menorah SystemMaterials: Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Walnut

Outlet

Spring + Crosby CollectionOutlet boxes that contain small light for light illumination, mood or atmosphere. Can be placed on walls or tabletop.

Whisper

Spring + Crosby CollectionFloor standing space objectsLike blades of grass in a field, Illuminated acrylic rods each hand cut and sanded flow and create a dazzling array of space and transcendence while allowing for the free flow of energy and the ability to see beyond.Materials: walnut, acrylic rod, low voltage light.