William Hawken
Design Products MA
Royal College of Art
Specialisms: Design and Technology / Sustainable Design / UX Design
Location: London, United Kingdom
William Hawken
First Name: William
Last Name: Hawken
Specialisms: Design and Technology / Sustainable Design / UX Design
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My Location: London, United Kingdom
University / College: Royal College of Art
Course / Program Title: Design Products MA
About
William Hawken is a British Product Designer whose deep-rooted passion is technology, specifically in how it can enable unique experiences and aid us in fulfilling our passions and hobbies.
His journey into Product Design is an unconventional one. He studied Computer Science at an undergraduate level, later becoming a Software Engineer at IBM. He later progressed to a role that was split between Software Development and UI/UX Design, where he would create prototypes for a variety of clients, showcasing the latest innovative and industry-leading technologies.
His transition into Product Design was born out of a desire to improve upon his many frustrations with current consumer technology. He enjoys the conveniences that modern-day technologies afford but is disappointed in how wasteful the industry is.
etc speakers - a framework for sustainable consumer electronics design
What if, instead of treating consumer electronics as disposable goods, we considered them timeless products that can last a lifetime? My project, ETC, explores how we can reframe our relationship with technology. I use wireless speakers to illustrate how our consumer electronics can grow and adapt with us while maintaining their desirability and functionality. My project consists of two main components: - An ecosystem of speakers and modules which afford easy upgrades, repair and reuse. - An online platform that facilitates the ETC speaker's continual lifecycle, including initial purchase, repair, upgrades and module creation.
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