Oscar Hemmings
Industrial Design
I'm a passionate and ambitious Industrial Designer, aiming for perfection. I strive to create beautiful, simple but functional design that supports a sustainable future.
Final year project
Innovating domestic food preservation through the use of vacuum sealing
PREP
Meet PREP, a multipurpose food organization and preservation hub. The device allows you to keep food fresher for longer through the use of vacuum sealing containers. The ability to increase the shelf life of food means that waste will be vastly reduced. This increased preservation will reduce the frequency in which PREP owners buy new food, therefore reducing expenditure.
PREP - Product in context
Food waste is a major climate problem that is exacerbated by domestic storage habits. PREP has been created as an easy to use and efficient answer to this growing problem. The device was designed to fit seamlessly into any kitchen environment and due to its size, can be easily stored on any kitchen countertop without getting in the way.
PREP - Product in context
The device's design was centred around the notion of creating an easy-to-use product that would allow consumers to store their food in a container, which would keep it fresher for longer, by slowing down the spoiling process. Simply by pressing a button on the vacuum pump, the container will seal, ensuring that all food within is stored safely.
PREP - Hub exploded
The PREP hub features digital weighing scales and a sleek docking area for the vacuum pump to slot into.
Prep - Vacuum Pump exploded
The PREP pump is rechargeable for the longevity of the product. It is always ready to use at the press of a button and the pump will stop automatically once it has created a sufficient vacuum.
PREP - Vacuum Containers
The Vacuum containers come in three different sizes; small, medium and large for different storage options, depending on the consumer's needs. The containers are made from Pyrex, a reusable and long-lasting material, which is easily cleaned and maintained.
PREP - Container Function
The PREP container lids utilize an innovative dating system to manage food stock so that you never forget an expiry date.
This has been designed with the user in mind, to be efficient and systematic. Through the simple process of removing the silicone stopper in the centre of the container, the air will be released and the lid can be removed.
PREP - Colour Range
PREP has been designed in a number of alternative colour ranges to cater to consumer individuality. This will ensure that PREP fits into any kitchen environment. Through this offering, PREP gives customer the power to utilize their own creativity and design their kitchen in the way that they desire.
Oscar Hemmings
Final year project
Innovating domestic food preservation through the use of vacuum sealing
Awards
'21 Diploma in Professional Studies
Work Experience
August 2020 - August 2021
Junior Designer, Bosch Power Tools, Switzerland