Édouard Urcades

Built and prototyped loads of hyper-complex enterprise products at IBM Design.

Worked with Henkel to establish 'physical design guidelines' for one of their product lines with the goal being to foster the development of a well-defined physical brand that can be efficiently iterated upon by outside design consultancies. 
Designed alongside a grad school mechanical engineer to provide market research, visually engaging presentation boards, low-fi and higher resolution sketches, and 3D printed FDM models based on air flow analysis.

With a team of three others, conducted research towards a holistic redesign of the "catheter management experience", focusing on ease of use, cleanliness, reduction of UTI, accessibility, discreetness, and a user’s dignity. Secured VC funding out of 340 other projects through ASU's Edson Student Entrepreneur Initiative.

Led the design of the physical product and user experience.

Worked as an industrial designer building prototypes, conducting research, producing visuals for various projects, and assisted in the development of several products. Co-led the development of two OXO products. Gained considerable insight into the design of both soft and hard goods and the design of ergonomic tools.