https://www.mrtndngr.com/work daily 1.0 2026-07-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1543031594064-6Y0Q00BNO3VLKEKVW7XE/jensen-eden2.1_MP.png Work In 2005 a major European mattress brand from Norway enlisted npk design to develop a new mattress and bed frame for the younger consumers with an emphasis on style. A member of a 3 person design team, my role was developing original product brand work, which was further developed while I transitioned to the US. The adjustable sectioned headboard is a particularly unique design feature. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1543042374193-5ZM1OFMYP8KPRV2U3NW2/Beertender_highlight1_MP.png Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1543041783329-NANECAIFVUD2NLMW0WNB/honeywell_front+MP.jpg Work An updated design of the Honeywell Round thermostat originally designed by Henry Dreyfuss, the new model would use a segment display while retaining the iconic round dial. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1543040428628-9QVAXNRWT06AAEGHV86E/cradle+in+car_MP.jpg Work - M!go child seat system The French company Team-Tex wanted a car seat system with stroller to compete in the higher market child mobility sector. The results from this three year development program is the M!go seat system designed to cater for children from 0 - 5 years old. My role as team designer was exploring and establishing the initial product brand strategy with respect to look and feel and define the product features for all the products. Some innovative features centered around the child’s well being were developed through this process making this family of products unique in the market. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1543095561980-3YB72V2IRDUNTOCG2I6L/Vivint_+DOORLOCK+and+BELL+On+house_coverpage.jpg Work - IOT home devices 2013 The brief for this project was to create a new category of home devices for Vivint. Hired to lead a talented Industrial design team in collaboration with a trend forecasting agency, the project was strategic in nature for the purpose to provide inspiration to the inhouse design team for future products lines. Based on their specific technologies and expertise in home internet and security product market. Incorporating the new product brand values that had been developed, several different brand ideas were explored from which this series was chosen. The result from this exploration created a product line that was more lifestyle focused and designed to work cohesively with the different home architectural styles. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1544208508756-MD5L2P20JHZVAI4RJNWF/clorox+L2_MP.png Work - clorox detergent packaging 2009 New additive detergent liquid packaging concept for Clorox, incorporating a newly patented dosing mechanism, and applying a new look and feel that references the performance influenced by automotive engine additive packaging. The unique form language is purposeful and functional, placing the pour spout closer to the handle to improve pouring accuracy and dosing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1543946955734-XQ3CP9JK6E5JHVNNQN2E/tacx-bushido-smart-coverpage.jpg Work - Tacx magnetic cycle trainer 2004 Lead designer for a long term client with npk design, Tacx is a leading cycle equipment manufacturer that develop trainers and accessories for the professional cycling circuit, supporting major tours around the world. For this cycle trainer, the aim was the replacement frame of their mainstream popular trainer, ironing out some of the issues users were having with the previous model. The final product was a big departure for Tacx that would define their brand and product identity. This was one of the first products in my career where I was also responsible for the engineering of each individual part and where I created more appreciation and strength being a strong all round technical industrial designer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1543033706152-1QKLSR3K8SHS8ADE72US/artbyMiele1.jpg Work - Art by Miele upright vacuum cleaner The Art compact vacuum cleaner was marketed as your secondary product for smaller spaces. The dust bag is found in the main head compartment leaving space in the upright arm to support an extendable hose for various attachments. The unique profile of the main unit is derived from the shape of a dust pan to indicate a fast, easy, more utilitarian approach to cleaning. My role as part of a small team was provide form inspiration in the early phases of the program. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1543098403601-V3RVQYT8HLASBIMP6ALX/stretch_hotspot_alone_lighthand_nov3009.jpg Work - Cisco LEGO concept 2009 When Flip video was acquired by Cisco in 2008, the company wanted to expand their market opportunities in the IOT home sector. With continuing collaboration with Smartdesign as a follow up to Flipshare TV, an expandable network system was envisioned as a replacement to the decentralized systems existing at the time. The LEGO system would comprise of a home hub and Powerline networking plugs that would accept feature building blocks to be ‘plugged in’ enabling users to configure and personalize the home network to their specific needs. My role was leading the program in collaboration with their corporate team in Denmark. A variety of systems were presented and the designs have remained as concepts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1543096952051-TSU4ONVUTVHCNSC3LWF8/neatorobotics.cover_laser.jpg Work - Hard floor cleaning robot 2008 A proposal for a hardwood cleaning robot that embodied more inherent social protocols - essentially trying to make the robot look and behave more coherent with respect to the people in the household, as an extension to its laser guiding capabilities to navigate rooms. This development program involved heavy collaboration as principal designer and manager with the UX/UI team at Smart Design to understand how these values would be incorporated and harmonized using new sensor and lighting technologies. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1543096720554-UKKOOQ1N44WZ726FHP1G/speaker_1.jpg Work - Gear4 portable speakers 2009-2011 A series of speakers designed over a span of 4 years to help the company branch out into new market categories, collaborating with the San Francisco design team to maintain brand adherence. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1543382059284-Q5F7FO1092UZJPSRRD8H/iphone+app_cover+image.jpg Work - The Jewel App Proprietary and Confidential The Jewel companion app is connected to the Jewel device via Bluetooth and shows the respective status of the device and mirroring the corresponding LED color and verbal alerts in a more visual way. The targeted user group in this case has been found to be less familiar to smartphone technology and a need for a simple application is preferred. The feature set has been simplified with easy navigation and visually engaging dashboard to highlight the status of the Jewel status while also providing access to important information and user instructions. Due to strict security protocol, the device cannot be controlled through the app. The software backend provides Element Science with important compliance and device therapy data during the patient’s wear and when the patient does experience an event, the provider has quick access to the therapy report to help diagnose and expedite post event hospital care. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1543090601631-16GVYBFJ55AGSAYU7SMB/flip+mino+3.1.jpg Work - flip video mino and ultra camcorders 2006-2010 A young startup at the time entering the new video camera market, Pure digital wanted the help from Smartdesign to reassess their product strategy and create a new product identity for their first new USB integrated reusable camcorder. The lead designer on the account, a new vision around what the small simple camcorder could be was developed using thorough consumer research with competitive market and customer analysis. With the success of the first product launch I remained the principal lead throughout the subsequent product launches during which time their exponential growth as a company (changing brand name to Flip video) and market leader led in an acquisition by Cisco for $590M. The product line ultimately disappeared once smartphone conglomerates started dominating the market introducing their own video capturing apps. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1779478051644-B1HJYY0J2YSVQ788LLSU/lounging_1600.jpg Work - Jewel PWCD @ Element Science Inc. Proprietary and Confidential As of 2014, approximately 330,000 people experience life-threatening cardiac arrest each year, placing them at significant risk of sudden death during recovery. While the market is projected to grow at an annual rate of 8%, existing solutions fail to meet the compliance levels physicians require, averaging just 14.1 hours of wear per day. Element Science is on a mission to change this by offering a solution that seamlessly integrates into a patient’s lifestyle while delivering an exceptional user experience. By prioritizing comfort and usability, the goal is to ensure maximum compliance and improved patient outcomes. The Jewel is a patch-based wearable cardio-defibrillator designed for patients at high risk of cardiac arrest. Worn as a protective measure during the rehabilitation phase, it continuously monitors heart rhythms 24/7, issuing alerts and delivering life-saving therapy in the event of a dangerous arrhythmia. I joined the company to define the vision and architecture for this groundbreaking wearable defibrillator. My role involved leading the development of a high-fidelity concept prototype while also assisting the founder in crafting and presenting the Series A funding pitch deck to early investors—including Google Ventures and Third Rock Ventures. Following a successful $38 million Series A funding round, I became a full-time member of the founding team, spearheading all Design and User Experience efforts. My work encompassed defining the patient experience and journey, shaping the defibrillator product and branding strategy, and leading initiatives related to accessories, packaging, digital applications, and operational processes. In 2024, the company completed a successful clinical trial, saving six lives and earning an endorsement from the American Heart Association based on outstanding results and high patient compliance. With this strong foundation, the company is now advancing toward commercialization of the Jewel system in the U.S. market. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1783975724285-1VUMJK3O9Z3T7KMF74HC/Load%252BPA_1250px.jpg Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/1783975829660-E0NZK7ZEJY6A0HVLQNP8/wingocase_cover.jpg Work - Wingocase for iPad In 2012 the founder of Wingo approached me to collaborate on a new patented ergonomic case for mobile devices. The aim was to design a product that would provide the right amount of support without straining the hands. The original product supported the Kindle, but the pivot to iPad was made once it started to dominate the market. For this product, pilot programs with several health providers and other health institutions have been undertaken using the latest iPad Mini. https://www.mrtndngr.com/new-project-2 daily 0.75 2018-11-24 https://www.mrtndngr.com/about daily 0.75 2026-07-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bf6f1ced274cb41328e1090/40a55515-d291-4de9-902c-f64d6b9725b1/award+logos_overview.png About - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.mrtndngr.com/new-page daily 0.75 2026-07-13 https://www.mrtndngr.com/work-jasper daily 0.75 2025-05-12