Christopher Young

The purpose of this project is to practice both model building / rendering and animation. The version below is in progress with updated shading settings and rendering settings. The lighting will be enhanced with a build out of the lamps of both vehicles to add more depth to the render.. The eventual premise to add the animation to an upcoming design project.

FIAT X1/9 - PROJECT NEW “CORNER” BUMPERS - Blender practice video - 2024 The purpose of this project is to replace the OE “cow catcher” front bumper which was offered on the 1975 model year. The prior year of the X1/9 were fitted with the desired and as intended design of the bumper system. Unfortunately, due to US regulations subsequent model years were not able to take advantage of being able to retrofit the 1974 versions. By building the car in ALIAS from scratch and building a version of the bumpers in data with integrated large round driving lamps I both practice Alias software (and the subsequent rendering in Blender) and build an actual replacement for the car. The Blender video is a first test video. The next version will have the interior, new wheels, lighting and tuning the scene. Stay tuned.

FIAT X1/9 - PROJECT NEW “CORNER” BUMPERS - 2024 The purpose of this project is to replace the OE “cow catcher” front bumper which was offered on the 1975 model year. The prior year of the X1/9 were fitted with the desired and as intended design of the bumper system. Unfortunately, due to US regulations subsequent model years were not able to take advantage of being able to retrofit the 1974 versions. By building the car in ALIAS from scratch and building a version of the bumpers in data with integrated large round driving lamps I both practice Alias software (and the subsequent rendering in Blender) and build an actual replacement for the car.

FIAT X1/9 - PROJECT NEW “CORNER” BUMPERS - 2024 The purpose of this project is to replace the OE “cow catcher” front bumper which was offered on the 1975 model year. The prior year of the X1/9 were fitted with the desired and as intended design of the bumper system. Unfortunately, due to US regulations subsequent model years were not able to take advantage of being able to retrofit the 1974 versions. By building the car in ALIAS from scratch and building a version of the bumpers in data with integrated large round driving lamps I both practice Alias software (and the subsequent rendering in Blender) and build an actual replacement for the car.

FIAT X1/9 - PROJECT NEW “CORNER” BUMPERS - 2024 The purpose of this project is to replace the OE “cow catcher” front bumper which was offered on the 1975 model year. The prior year of the X1/9 were fitted with the desired and as intended design of the bumper system. Unfortunately, due to US regulations subsequent model years were not able to take advantage of being able to retrofit the 1974 versions. By building the car in ALIAS from scratch and building a version of the bumpers in data with integrated large round driving lamps I both practice Alias software (and the subsequent rendering in Blender) and build an actual replacement for the car.

BRONCO SPORT - PRODUCTION - 2021 Directed with 2D sketch rendering and 3D digital - clay - glamour model verification support of interior theme direction. Met timing gates on time. Partnered often with market research. Advised Mexico and Germany for manufacturing and engineering. Collaborated with suppliers in executing the rear cargo management system.

LINCOLN NAVIGATOR - PRODUCTION - INTERIOR - MEDIA - 2017 Managed and supported build process with an outside fabricator. Enhanced direction of interior design with 2D sketch renderings. Worked along with engineering and in house fabrication of models. Collaborated with marketing vision of concept.

LINCOLN NAVIGATOR - DEVELOPMENT - INTERIOR - 2015 Managed and supported build process with an outside fabricator. Enhanced direction of interior design with 2D sketch renderings. Worked along with engineering and in house fabrication of models. Collaborated with marketing vison of concept

LINCOLN NAVIGATOR - CONCEPT - INTERIOR - 2015 - 16 Led direction with 2D sketches renderings and 3D digital - clay glamour model of chosen theme direction. Facilitated presentations. Final IP theme chosen for production between 2 final proposals after reaching all design timing gates

INTERIOR CONCEPT - 2019 - 20 Developed strategy comprising collaboration in both UX focusing on customer experience and UI physical cosmetic integration. Two Smart HUDS with the Driver HUD focused on more relevant information to vehicle interaction while the passenger HUD focuses on entertainment. Prioritized company parts usage catalogue illustrating potential use in diversified programs from China to North America.

INTERIOR CONCEPT - 2019 - 20 Developed strategy comprising collaboration in both UX focusing on customer experience and UI physical cosmetic integration. Connected cross car screens vs separate screens for driver and passenger are explored. Divided into categories: EXPRESSIVE - VERSATILE - PRODUCTIVE - RUGGED. Prioritized company parts usage catalogue illustrating potential use in diversified programs from China to North America.

CONCEPT EXPLORATION - INTERIOR - EXTERIOR - 2021 Proposed interior - exterior concept: The directive given was to explore a vehicle bringing a clear differentiation to a sport EV space. The Interior is driver focused while the exterior focused on the concept of ‘no wheels” .

CONCEPT EXPLORATION - INTERIOR - EXTERIOR - 2021 Proposed interior - exterior concept: The directive given was to explore a vehicle bringing a clear differentiation to a sport EV space. The Interior is driver focused while the exterior focused on the concept of highlighting an electric motor powering each wheel with a “hubless” design.

CONCEPT EXPLORATION - EXTERIOR - 2021 Proposed exterior concept: The directive given was to explore vehicles with “no wheels” to bring a clear differentiation to the transportation space.. The example below also is a hovering propulsion proposal of mobility.

TRUCK INTERIOR CONCEPT - 2018 Developed strategy for a concept truck focusing on both UX and UI customer experience combined with cargo and cabin utilization.

INTERIOR CONCEPT - 2017 Developed theme in 3D focusing on illustrating a more driver orientated focused experience.

VARIED - CONCEPTS - “LUXURY ENVIRONMENT” - INTERIOR - 2016 Developed a strategy in both UX focusing on customer experience and UI physical integration.

VARIED - CONCEPTS - “LUXURY ENVIRONMENT” - INTERIOR - 2016 Developed strategy in both UX focusing on customer experience and UI physical cosmetic integration.

VARIED - CONCEPTS - “LUXURY ENVIRONMENT” - INTERIOR - 2016 Developed strategy in both UX focusing on customer experience and UI physical cosmetic integration.

CONCEPT EXPLORATION - 2015 - 2019 Developed varied themes in 2D focusing on passenger side bias and three tier cross vehicle elements.

LINCOLN CONTINENTAL - INTERIOR - 2014 Guided and led 3D digital and clay sculptors. Generated 2D support for interior design such as seats, console and hard trim

MKC - CONCEPT - INTERIOR - 2012 - 13 Orchestrated concept direction including seating, overhead and material selection. Managed 2D sketches illustrating design intent. Facilitated with additional 3D support for final property. Coordinate final assembly build with outside supplier

MKC - CONCEPT - INTERIOR - 2012 - 13 Orchestrated concept direction including seating, overhead and material selection. Managed 2D sketches illustrating design intent. Facilitated with additional 3D support for final property. Coordinate final assembly build with outside supplier

MUSTANG - 2011 - 12 Executed full theme vision utilizing 2D representation and 3D digital support leading to execution of full size glamour model. Worked closely with a team for chosen theme direction. Accomplished IP panel and console final direction

MUSTANG - 2011 - 12 Executed full theme vision utilizing 2D representation and 3D digital support leading to execution of full size glamour model. Worked closely with a team for chosen theme direction. Accomplished IP panel and console final direction

LINCOLN MKZ - CONCEPT - 2011 Spearheaded interior design / fabrication. Organized presentations. Perform 2D sketch rendering. Contributed to 3D clay - digital support for property build as needed and supervised assembly. Implemented opportunities to further enhanced Lincoln

CONCEPT EXPLORATION - EXTERIOR - 2022 Proposed exterior concept: Low slung sports car. 3D model built in Alias rendered with Alias shaders. Placed in photoshop. The design is based off of the proportions of a scanned Porsche 993. The design originated from the hand rendered sketch upper left corner.