This project explores the integration of decentralised wind turbines in urban environments proposing a novel visual appearance of urban wind power systems. In response to the global energy crisis and the need for sustainable solutions, the concept of resilience in energy systems has gained prominence. Transitioning from an era driven solely by efficiency to one that prioritises adaptability necessitates the exploration of alternative energy sources. Renewable wind energy, particularly harnessed through small wind turbines, presents an opportunity to decentralise and democratise energy production in cities.
However, challenges related to acceptance hinder their widespread adoption. Concerns regarding noise, visual impact, and ecological disruption need to be addressed, alongside the practical difficulties of integrating turbines into existing urban infrastructure.
Urban Sails proposes a design approach for distributed wind power generators, aiming to complement larger wind power schemes and enhance the social acceptance of wind technology as a cultural asset. By incorporating unconventional materials such as large textile sails, this design departs from the traditional technical appearance commonly associated with wind turbines. It exemplifies a visually captivating and human-centric technology that harmoniously blends with the urban environment.
This project explores the integration of decentralised wind turbines in urban environments proposing a novel visual appearance of urban wind power systems. In response to the global energy crisis and the need for sustainable solutions, the concept of resilience in energy systems has gained prominence. Transitioning from an era driven solely by efficiency to one that prioritises adaptability necessitates the exploration of alternative energy sources. Renewable wind energy, particularly harnessed through small wind turbines, presents an opportunity to decentralise and democratise energy production in cities.
However, challenges related to acceptance hinder their widespread adoption. Concerns regarding noise, visual impact, and ecological disruption need to be addressed, alongside the practical difficulties of integrating turbines into existing urban infrastructure.
Urban Sails proposes a design approach for distributed wind power generators, aiming to complement larger wind power schemes and enhance the social acceptance of wind technology as a cultural asset. By incorporating unconventional materials such as large textile sails, this design departs from the traditional technical appearance commonly associated with wind turbines. It exemplifies a visually captivating and human-centric technology that harmoniously blends with the urban environment.
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I'm a product designer and creative technologist living and working in Berlin. With a strong focus on Industrial Design and Visualisations, I bring a unique and holistic approach to crafting meaningful products at the intersection of design, technology, and culture. My work revolves around converging technology, materials, and their social impact, driving innovation through the development of new processes and systems.
I am open to freelance work and collaborations in various design tasks. For information or inquiries don’t hesitate to get in touch:
WORK EXPERIENCE
WertelOberfell, Berlin
(product design internship & freelance)
studio 7.5, Berlin
(product design internship)
OTH Regensburg
(student assistant, print media)
Büro Müller-Rieger, Munich
(exhibition design internship)
STUDIES
Weißensee Academy of Art Berlin
(M.A. Product Design)
University of Applied Sciences Regensburg
(B.A. Industrial Design)
EXHIBITIONS
2023 Rundgang, Weißensee Kunsthochschule Berlin
2023 Talents – Masters of the Future, HWK Munich
2022 German Design Graduates, Schloss Pillnitz Dresden
2022 Rundgang, Weißensee Kunsthochschule Berlin
2022 Long Night of Sciences, FU Berlin
2022 Digital:Sovereignty Design Fair, Weizenbaum Institute Berlin
2020 Superfast Design Festival by bno, Amsterdam
2019 7 Year Itch, Kunst- und Gewerbeverein Regensburg
2019 pop–up store "habenwill", Degginger Regensburg
2018 Handwerk + Form 2018, werkraum Bregenzerwald, Austria
I'm a product designer and creative technologist living and working in Berlin. With a strong focus on Industrial Design and Visualisations, I bring a unique and holistic approach to crafting meaningful products at the intersection of design, technology, and culture. My work revolves around converging technology, materials, and their social impact, driving innovation through the development of new processes and systems.
I am open to freelance work and collaborations in various design tasks. For information or inquiries don’t hesitate to get in touch:
WORK EXPERIENCE
WertelOberfell, Berlin
(product design internship & freelance)
studio 7.5, Berlin
(product design internship)
OTH Regensburg
(student assistant, print media)
Büro Müller-Rieger, Munich
(exhibition design internship)
STUDIES
Weißensee Academy of Art Berlin
(M.A. Product Design)
University of Applied Sciences Regensburg
(B.A. Industrial Design)
EXHIBITIONS
2023 Rundgang, Weißensee Kunsthochschule Berlin
2023 Talents – Masters of the Future, HWK Munich
2022 German Design Graduates, Schloss Pillnitz Dresden
2022 Rundgang, Weißensee Kunsthochschule Berlin
2022 Long Night of Sciences, FU Berlin
2022 Digital:Sovereignty Design Fair, Weizenbaum Institute Berlin
2020 Superfast Design Festival by bno, Amsterdam
2019 7 Year Itch, Kunst- und Gewerbeverein Regensburg
2019 pop–up store "habenwill", Degginger Regensburg
2018 Handwerk + Form 2018, werkraum Bregenzerwald, Austria