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A smell-proof pre-roll case that holds up to 5 king sized pre-rolls. The goal was to develop a new visual design language for the Sesh brand that complimented their first product the Sesh Case, but with a more durable on-the-go form language.
We made sure the case offered a seamless user experience and added thoughtful details to enhance it. Inside there is a sliding holder that moves upwards for shorter pre-rolls, "cut-outs" on the opening corners for ease of opening and a pocket friendly form with subtle chamfers to catch light while giving it a durable feel.
Client: Sesh
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
I had the opportunity to work with uppr on the design of their new Apple Watch band.
To fit their catalog of Apple accessories it needed to have a cohesive design language.
uppr utilizes an understated scalloped detail on their products to be recognizable, together we looked at multiple iterations of scalloped inspired forms before selecting the best watch band design for development.
The band can be purchased from uppr
Weeday approached me last year to help them design a new bong and hand pipe. We wanted the designs to be modular to facilitate cleaning, replacement of parts if broken, and offer customization. They also had to hit perfectly, be ergonomic with an appealing design for cannabis users of today who might not want (or might not be able to afford) "a functional glass art piece" or what you might find at a smoke shop or dispensary
The modular design of the bong allows it to be cleaned thoroughly and placed in the dishwasher, personal customization with the silicone parts and potential future parts, it has an anti-splash design and if it’s knocked over it won't spill that much at all. We also added a steel poker and integrated it into the design so it’s there when needed.
The bong is produced in hand-blown durable borosilicate glass with ultra-soft silicone covers (anti-static & UV treatment) with a food grade plastic threaded connector, the bong comes in a giftable and protected package that includes a brush, extra bowl and down stem.
Both the bong and pipe are available now at getweeday.com and come in 6 colors: SMOKE GRAY, CREAM WHITE, BABY PINK, SKY BLUE, FOREST GREEN and MIDNIGHT BLUE
Weeday approached me last year to help them design a new pipe and bong. We wanted the designs to be modular to facilitate cleaning, replacement of parts if broken, and offer customization. They also had to hit perfectly, be ergonomic with an appealing design for cannabis users of today who might not want (or might not be able to afford) "a functional glass art piece" or what you might find at a smoke shop or dispensary
The modular design of the pipe allows the 5 components to be cleaned thoroughly and customized with the silicone parts and potential future parts. We also added a steel poker and integrated it into the design so it’s there when needed.
The pipe is produced in hand-blown durable borosilicate glass with ultra-soft silicone covers (anti-static & UV treatment), the pipe comes in a giftable and protected package that includes an extra bowl.
Both the pipe and bong are available now at getweeday.com and come in 6 colors: SMOKE GRAY, CREAM WHITE, BABY PINK, SKY BLUE, FOREST GREEN and MIDNIGHT BLUE
I have a geometric and colorful sensibility and worked to balance it with Lights.com’s catalog, so refining proportions and form to fit both of our brands was a fun process.
Inspired by a sail, I named it Argo. I envision the lights in a kitchen above an island or dining table. The Argo will provide light for a family’s joyful moments together.
Client: Lights.com
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
Analog Collection was born on a messy desk. Amidst post-its, product samples and paper scraps, Chris Granneberg imagined a happy task light to help him focus throughout the day. Inspired by his daughter’s Lego and the soft, geometric shapes he’s returned to again and again, Chris began stacking 10cm cubes to form three friendly lights.
From the obvious pop of color to the toy-like form, Analog is the embodiment of Chris Granneberg’s mission to bring joyful design to any space. Analog Task Light, the leader of the pack, is an unlikely task light that becomes the focal point of any desk – no matter how messy, the Analog Floor Light is the perfect edition to a studio space or aside a sofa or reading chair and the Analog Wall Light can sit above a workspace or nightstand. Chris describes joy as an intangible feeling and this collection delivers just that.
Client: Gantri
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
Alta approached us to reimagine their Bliss line of home window automation controls. The home is a sacred place, and we strived to create something friendly with clean geometry while being effortless to use.
Our goal was to elevate the Alta brand by creating a visual design language shared across their window automation product line.
Client: ALTA
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
Team: Chris Granneberg + Chris Ference
Renderings: Chris Ference
This cup is made from repurposed coffee ground and husk that would otherwise be discarded. It is reusable and made from renewable materials. Heat resistant, barista friendly and fits into standard cup holders.
Capacity: 16oz + 12oz
Material: Material coffee ground and husk
Client: Hip
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
This bottle is made from sugarcane stalks that would otherwise be discarded. It is reusable and made from renewable materials. Comes with an easy carry handle.
Capacity: 600ml / 20oz
Size: 6cm x 6cm x 24cm / 2.36" x 2.36" x 9.44"
Material: Body made from sugarcane, handle and ring made from silicone.
Client: Hip
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
There aren’t any enclosed litter boxes available that can be proudly left out in a small space while also being inclusive to cats of all sizes, ages and behaviors.
We developed a litter box system consisting of the “Skylight” box and “Hideaway” scoop and holder which clips into the handle of the box or sits on the floor.
In the research phase I identified multiple areas where we could improve the litter box experience for cats and people.
Many cats are...sprayers meaning they require high walled boxes without seams and liners that might leak. Many cats refuse to use an enclosed litter box because they can't sit without bumping their heads, or they don't allow light in, or they contain the smell inside too well. Most enclosed litter boxes are also too small inside and larger cats can't turn around upon entry, some entries are too high for older and younger cats, some entrances are too small for larger cats...and the list goes on.
It was important for the box to sit in the home as a piece of furniture that would not be polarizing and blend in without attracting unwanted attention. By producing the lid in wood it looks like a table at first glance. The cutouts allow both light and air inside creating a more welcoming interior space. The larger than average dimensions allow a roomy space for all cats to use. The entrance cutout allows it to be placed in multiple orientations while allowing more light in. The fully rounded interior makes it simple to clean. The handles make it easy to carry and dump while having a secondary function of holding the scoop holder.
For the scoop and holder I identified a few pain points including: scoops are too small, not durable, sift litter too slowly, are an eyesore (no one wants to see a scoop) and the list goes on. In parallel the scoop needs a place to live.
Instead of hanging from the box and potentially leaving litter on the floor, we developed a scoop holder which followed the form and draft of the box allowing it to attach to the box with a simple clip, or sit on the floor depending on the user's needs.
The scoop was designed to be large enough to get the job done fast while being durable, and ergonomic.
Creative Direction - Jason Wu
Industrial Design – Chris Granneberg
Photography – Cason Latimer
Jolli bottles are reusable and refillable hand sanitizer bottles.
There are two styles available, one for liquid mist sanitizer and the other for squeezable gel sanitizer.
The 45ml gel squeeze version is produced in an ocean bound plastic bottle and closure/clip to attach to a belt loop or bag.
The 55ml liquid spray version is produced in a powder coated stainless steel bottle and an ocean bound plastic closure/clip.
Client: Jolli
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
The Staze airtight vacuum sealed jar keeps cannabis fresh and extends its shelf life. The vacuum seal is created by pumping the cap until the air is removed, to indicate that the air is removed it makes a "clicking" sound after 1-3 pumps.
To keep the smell in, there is a carbon filter in the cap which allows air to pass through while creating an odor protective barrier. To further extend shelf life the jar is produced in opaque food grade polypropylene as light is one of the biggest factors that affects cannabis quality.
The Staze jar has a ribbed detail inspired by mushrooms gills that add grip and a premium feel while creating a continuous transition from the jar to the cap, so it does not get caught on anything when stored.
The cap holds the technology and has a TPR overmold offering grip.
The Staze jar stores up to 1/4 ounce of cannabis flower (about 5 fl. oz.) and has 3 color options (blue, green and purple)
Client: Staze
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
Cat's love boxes, a brand for cats like Cat Person should celebrate this and make a better box.
Cat Person is a new DTC brand backed by Harry’s Labs who’s aim is to modernize the stagnant cat lifestyle category. To do so, they not only focused on creating the best food and lifestyle products but as a DTC brand they had the foresight to develop custom shipping boxes that celebrated the cat + person bond.
There were some basic needs for the shipping boxes including: protection, sustainability, and ease of fulfillment Cat Person knew there was an opportunity to create a “second life” for the boxes and decided to bring in an Industrial Designer to help.
The first step was to understand the brand which is about cats and their special relationship with people. The shipping boxes needed to be for cats first and secondly should transform effortlessly by the people they live with (as they might just be lazier than their cat).
It was important to have an “immersion phase” looking at everything cats, following Instagram cat accounts, reading reviews on Amazon on products cats liked while also studying the science behind cat behavior. The next step was to understand the matrix of potential orders, determine which box sizes were needed and decide upon the overall dimensions of each. The dimensions combined with the research lead to some curious paths and to dial in the top concept sketches the focus was: sustainability/cost, simplicity/ease of use and photo-worthiness.
The shippers transform as follows:
Trial shipper (initial orders) – Paw Puzzler, it is a custom mailer box with a perforated corrugate tray that transforms into a box with holes for a cat’s paw and a ball to put inside.
Standard shipper (most common orders) – Cat chalet, a standard RSC (regular slotted container) with elongated dust flaps that nest together to become a peaked roof.
XL shipper (large orders) – Cat Condo, another standard RSC box with elongated dust flaps that bend inward to create a “condo” with 2 rooms.
Industrial Design – Chris Granneberg
Creative Direction - SLATE
Ad agency - Mythology
Illustrator – Paul Davis
A collection of serveware utilizing acacia and brass elements inspired by a circle.
Translating Netflix’s 2D “N” symbol into a 3D sculpture.
The new “N” is used for awards, recognition and decoration and a new Netflix brand asset.
The challenge was utilizing angles and finishes to capture lighting to match PMS closely when we cannot control the environment while retaining the balance and proportions of the 2D mark.
The 3D logo/sculpture is produced in 3 different materials and finishes (Red in resin, Gold in aluminum and Crystal).
Client: Netflix
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
Ladder supplements are developed by world-class scientists using only the best ingredients from natural sources. To support the Ladder brand they needed a solution to dispense their product while echoing their brand voice.
The constraint was to use an existing dispenser which met the functional needs while inspiring their audience.
A simple to produce cladding was designed with a form that was clean and scientific while showcasing the product and offering areas for branding.
Client: Ladder
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
Client: Nambe
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
For our third collaboration with Gantri we took the design language of our 2 previous lamps, Balloon and Zeppelin and applied it to a new and smaller silhouette.
The goals were to: design and develop a lamp that could be 3D printed as efficiently as possible for a more democratic price and offer a size that fits smaller spaces and places.
Client: Gantri
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
I love NYC and spent 16 years living and working throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn with countless interactions with NYC’s iconic mesh bin.
There are few designs as time tested as the NYC bin, from it’s production and durability to it’s serviceability and usability. My goal was to embrace the best qualities of the current bin and to evolve them to exceed today’s needs and to meet NYC’s future needs.
Married with the functional aspects of the bin, the goal was to create aesthetics that were not polarizing but complimentary to sit alongside NYC’s architectural landmarks.
For our second collaboration with Gantri we took the design language of our “Balloon” lamp and applied it to a new silhouette.
Like George Nelson’s “Bubble” lamps were inspired by a Swedish lamp which was too expensive for the masses, the Zeppelin was inspired by “Bubble” lamps with the goal to be more affordable while creating a unique design using different materials and production techniques.
The “Zeppelin” lamp has a small footprint making it ideal for compact spaces while offering a warmth that spreads throughout the space.
Client: Gantri
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
The “Vie” flask for Nambe has a curved profile for comfort and ergonomics, a soft shoulder for sipping and a chamfered base making it simpler to fit in a pocket.
We applied the design language we developed for the “Vie” decanters and shaker to create a cohesive family for gifting.
Flask in stainless steel and cap in acacia wood.
Client: Nambe
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
How is Pepsi's brand language communicated through form?
Through dozens of models and iterations, we developed the form of the bottle that best fit Pepsi's brand values and could be manufactured and filled in the PepsiCo system.
Developing a project for a global market involves many considerations, from our consumers and food service needs to production and filling.
Collaborating hand in hand with the brand design, marketing, R&D and procurement teams we developed a form that fit Pepsi's business and brand needs.
Client: Pepsi
Designed at: PepsiCo Design Center
Revitalsh had a need for an exhibition stand to meet their updated and elegant branding as it is the first touch-point for many to experience Revitalash products and needed to reflect their positioning and POV.
Besides fitting the Revitalash brand, the modular exhibition stand needed to fit 20’x20’, 20’x10’ and 10’x10’ dimensions and be reconfigurable to fit the needs of unique exhibitions.
When creating a modular environment that is assembled and disassembled multiple times a year many considerations need to be taken into account including: ergonomics, storage, transportation, weight, internal storage, meeting spaces, assembly/disassembly, durability and refurbishing.
Keeping in line with the brand the inspiration was from the elegant Steel Frame collection for Herman Miller designed by George Nelson with it’s “L” profile frame. To add functionality there are reconfigurable light boxes which attach to the frame creating areas for branding and artwork while keeping the environment open and inviting to visitors.
For visual excitement and as a focal point in the booth a desk was created with a flowing facade evoking healthy eyelashes and brows. We added a video wall behind and above the desk for dynamic content to catch visitors eyes and it is flanked by 2 lit storage areas to showcase products.
As a visual contrast to the frame and brand colors, specified are Le Corbusier LC3 sofas which welcome visitors to rest and learn more about the Revitalash brand and products.
Client - Revitalash
Designed at - Chris Granneberg Studio
When designing architectural components the aesthetics cannot be polarizing, they must be something that will compliment a multitude of interiors. At the same time, it's great to think of a design language that can be translated into complimentary products to be specified for projects.
"Hitch" aims to drive sales in the product category for the brand with its simple fabrication, effortless/intuitive form and durability.
Client - Mockett
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
Decanters are quite elaborate and ornamental not fitting today’s lifestyle. The Vie decanters subtract decorative elements with a focus on elegance through function, form and materials which compliment both modern and traditional environments.
For my first Nambe collaboration, we developed a family of barware in glass and acacia wood.
The decanters have a soft square base with angular forms and chamfered bases. The pouring element of the decanters is covered by a wooden closure keeping spirits clean and fresh.
Currently the collection includes a 10" and 12" decanter and a cocktail shaker with more items to come.
Client: Nambe
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
Client: Nambe
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
Sancal gave our team a thoughtful and concise brief asking for something quite particular. The melding of Karim Rashid's brand and Sancal's was done carefully and deliberately.
The idea was casual comfort, "Float" has a high back to rest your head with spacious proportions and an inviting visual design language from 360 degrees.
Karim added his own sketch to the Float family which was a taller version that acted as a room divider with hooks and asymmetric cushions.
Client: Sancal
Designed at: Karim Rashid Inc.
The design process for the "Balloon" lamp was seamless resulting in production lamps in less than 2 months from our initial introduction manufactured in California.
For the lighting design of the "Balloon" lamp the focus was to produce an approachable and monolithic design utilizing Gantri's 3D printing production that could be produced quickly and efficiently without the use of support material.
I wanted to develop something neutral that could fit in multiple interiors, from mid-century to modern. I was inspired by Achille Castiglioni and George Nelson’s lamps and applied some of those ideas into a modern zeppelin form. I hope it has a warmth and neutrality that’s a calming presence in any kind of room.
Client: Gantri
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
Experiments creating functional objects in 3D printed porcelain.
Designed at: Chris Granneberg Studio
7Up needed one formal design language to fit each regions internal volume and filling line constraints for both single-serve and multi-serve. At the time each region would use different structures which did not embrace 7Up's brand philosophy.
Working closely with the branding design, marketing and R&D teams as well as our many vendors, the Industrial Design team embraced 7Up's classic "champagne" inspired silhouette and created structural unity.
Client: 7Up
Designed at: PepsiCo Design Center
Orrefors had only worked with one other outside designer in their entire history, Karl Lagerfeld. I approached the team at Orrefors about a collaboration and sparked our project.
The collection consisted of well over a dozen products which I developed from sketch to production working closely with the Orrefors US team.
Client: Orrefors
Designed at: Karim Rashid Inc.
In February 2013 the PepsiCo Design Center opened and the VP of Product Design was pushing for a launch of Pepsi Perfect for October 2015.
As the only Product Design team member at that time it was my responsibility to develop the data and content to sell the idea but there were many other priorities at the time. After a year and many wins for our team, the corporate culture began embracing Design and the project was picked up for production.
It was integral to develop a design that would stay true to the film and fans but also embraced the future and was an update not a repackage. Many factors played in developing the form of the bottle and overcap, from preform design and weight to carbonation.
I managed the Industrial Design component sketching and developing the primary and secondary packaging for the US launch and also bottle/tumblers with integrated straws for some of our South American markets.
The project was a huge success not only in media attention, but also in helping shape PepsiCo's new internal culture while staying relevant to our consumer. We showed how a small investment combined with strategic design could bring the brand more attention than advertising.
Client: Pepsi
Designed at: PepsiCo Design Center
An exercise in aesthetics, I worked on the Hellraiser collection based on a style of drawing I was doing at the time. Integrating the spontaneous sketching into a crafted object through 3D data was an interesting design journey.
To quote Alberto Alessi "harsh and metropolitan, an interesting contrast to his (Karim Rashid's) usual soft and rounded language, as soon as I saw them, I spontaneously called them Hellraiser".
Client: Alessi
Designed at: Karim Rashid Inc.
Inverso is the result of a collaboration between Riva 1929 and San Patrignano, Europes largest residential treatment center in Europe.
Most "barriques" or French oak wine barrels are destroyed after 3 years. To bring them back to life, we looked at new ways to reuse them alongside 30 other design studios, the designs were then produced at the San Patrignano wood shop.
My approach was to celebrate the beautiful stained material while hinting at it's origins.
Client: Riva 1920
Designed at: Karim Rashid Inc.
The monolithic but light Halo desk was sketched and designed for the home or executive featuring two drawers for storage.
Client: Dune
Designed at: Karim Rashid Inc.
Sometimes a blend of simple friendly geometry and the right materials yields unexpected results. Bruno was conceived from my sketch exploring glass forms.
The base allows down-light while the polished diffuser reflects and also allows up-light.
Client: Verreum
Designed at Karim Rashid Inc
Working closely with our clients team, we developed a family of TV stands and accessories with a mid-century feel.
Client: Omni+
Designed at: Karim Rashid Inc.
Slice approached the studio with a strong vision for their new brand utilizing ceramic blades as a longer lasting and safer alternative to metal.
To set the collection apart I developed an approachable design language utilizing an ergonomic handle form which allowed each to stand. This new function keeps the blade off the prep surface while giving the user new storage possibilities.
Client: Slice
Designed at: Karim Rashid Inc.
Our team designed the solar powered cart to empower local entrepreneurs in economically disadvantaged areas bringing cold PepsiCo beverages and food products to remote corners of the world where there is no reliable power grid.
The mobile carts also offer “light at night,” and electrical charging stations – all powered by solar energy - encouraging additional community engagement and benefit.
In line with PepsiCo’s commitment to not only “environmental sustainability” but also “human sustainability”, the vending carts were designed to meet local fabrication capabilities using readily available materials and resources with a focus on: usability, safety, functionality and aesthetics.
(Shown are 2 carts, the first was the testing model for Pakistan and the rendering is the cart used in the US for various activation's).
Client: PepsiCo
Designed at: PepsiCo Design Center
Project completed in 2015 for Doritos at the PepsiCo Design Center, launched 2020.
Had the pleasure to work with the Global team at PepsiCo on the new Doritos STAX packaging. The project was driven by the Global R&D team who approached the design center to assist and I managed the structural design component.
Our teams goal was first to design the form of the chip itself, from where the 2D curve would bend, the radius of the curve and the top triangular profile and size for optimal snacking.
We also wanted to optimize the palletization while focusing on how the canisters would be merchandised.
Client: Doritos
Designed at: PepsiCo Design Center
