Final year project
Design a home-use alcohol reducer for beers and wines, in response to the growing market demand for non-alcoholic (alcoholic) drinks.
Final Year Design Project - Home-use Alcohol Reducer
My final year product is a unique countertop appliance which has been designed in response to the growing ‘NoLo’ drinks market.
The product allows users to reduce the alcohol concentration of their alcoholic drinks at home, whilst having a limited effect on the overall taste. This is achieved by taking advantage of a separation process called pervaporation. This is a process whereby the drink is passed through a membrane subjected to a vacuum. In doing so, removing the ethanol, whilst maintaining the flavour compounds. The ethanol is then collected within a separate container, where it can be safely disposed of. The product works in accompaniment with an app, which instructs the user through the product’s functions. The user can also select the current and wanted alcohol percentage through the app.
Nicholas Sheridan
Final year project
Design a home-use alcohol reducer for beers and wines, in response to the growing market demand for non-alcoholic (alcoholic) drinks.
Work Experience
The Soho Lighting Company - Lighting Design Intern
During my time at The Soho Lighting Company, I worked on a variety of lighting projects and gained invaluable practical experience. My main role as an intern was in assisting the development of new lighting designs. This involved the production of CAD and technical drawings in Solidworks and Fusion 360, the sourcing of components, as well as liaising with manufacturers and suppliers.
On placement, I also expanded into other areas such as packaging and graphic design. I also took on the task of generating realistic technical and contextual visuals for products on the company website, brochures, and promotional content. This involved the production of high-quality photo-realistic stills and video footage.