Toyota RE/NU -1 Thesis Project
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Summary
Master's thesis project focused on innovative transportation design, presented at the Industrial Design Institute and Artshow in Warsaw.
PAWEŁ (PAUL) OLSZEWSKI
Transportation and Industrial Designer
Warsaw, PL.About
Highly innovative Transportation and Industrial Designer with a proven track record in sustainable product development, specializing in creating detail-oriented solutions that seamlessly merge functionality and aesthetics. Leverages advanced 3D modeling and visualization skills to deliver visually striking products and vehicles, consistently enhancing user experience and driving project success. Committed to pushing boundaries in design through a blend of technical expertise and creative problem-solving.
Work
Arfve
|Industrial Design Intern
Sweden (Remote), Sweden
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Summary
Contributed to the development of innovative AI-based modular devices, focusing on concept generation, form exploration, and design refinement within a multidisciplinary team.
Highlights
Contributed to the development of innovative and modular AI-based devices, focusing on concept generation and design refinement.
Executed form exploration through extensive sketching and created detailed 3D models and visualizations utilizing Blender.
Collaborated effectively within a multidisciplinary team to integrate diverse perspectives into cutting-edge product design cycles.
United Robots
|Industrial Design Freelancer
Poland (Remote), Poland
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Summary
Led the conceptual design and visualization for the autonomous cleaning robot 'SWEEPEER,' translating early sketches into functional design concepts.
Highlights
Designed the complete concept for the autonomous cleaning robot 'SWEEPEER,' transforming initial ideas into a fully realized product vision.
Collaborated closely with engineering teams and the CEO to ensure design concepts were technically feasible and aligned with business objectives.
Developed detailed functional design concepts and high-fidelity visualizations using Blender, significantly advancing project milestones.
Hansi Kobes
|Transportation Design Collaboration
Sweden (Remote), Sweden
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Summary
Contributed to full-scale electric vehicle concept projects, generating design ideas and visualizations for distinctive and sustainable vehicle concepts.
Highlights
Contributed to two full-scale electric vehicle concept projects, 'River' and 'Car in the Box,' generating innovative design ideas.
Developed distinctive and sustainable vehicle concepts through extensive sketching and advanced Photoshop visualizations.
Supported the project from initial ideation to visual representation, ensuring high-quality design output.
United Robots
|Industrial Design Freelancer
Poland (Remote), Poland
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Summary
Designed the autonomous delivery robot 'RUNNER,' developing key design concepts and the visual identity through sketching and 3D modeling.
Highlights
Led the design of the autonomous delivery robot 'RUNNER,' establishing its core visual identity and key design concepts.
Developed comprehensive design concepts and visual identity through expert sketching and precise 3D modeling using Rhinoceros.
Created high-impact visualizations in Photoshop, effectively communicating design intent to stakeholders and leadership.
Kaniewski Design Studio
|Industrial Design Intern
Poland, Poland
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Summary
Supported senior designers across diverse projects, from consumer products to electric vehicles, utilizing hand sketching and Rhinoceros 3D modeling.
Highlights
Assisted senior designers on a diverse portfolio of projects, including phone cases, furniture, BBQ grills, and consumer electronics.
Contributed to the design of electric vehicles and a large autonomous mobile shop concept, enhancing project scope and innovation.
Utilized hand sketching and 3D modeling in Rhinoceros to develop and refine product designs, supporting project timelines and design quality.
Education
Awards
Finalist, Toyota Logistic Design Competition (Project MULTI)
Awarded By
Toyota
Recognized as a finalist in the prestigious Toyota Logistic Design Competition for the innovative 'MULTI' project.
2nd Place, PESA and InterCity Design Competition (Project Dog Wall)
Awarded By
PESA and InterCity
Achieved 2nd place in the 'Link to the Future' design competition for the innovative 'Dog Wall' project, demonstrating excellence in transportation design.
Excellence Award, Zayto Cup Design Competition (Project InPost on the Wheels)
Awarded By
Zayto Cup Design Competition
Received an Excellence Award at the Zayto Cup Design Competition for the 'InPost on the Wheels' project, showcased in the Winners' Exhibition.
Certificate of Excellence, Cumulus Green Design Competition (Emission-Free Powerbanks)
Awarded By
Cumulus Green Design Competition
Awarded a Certificate of Excellence for the 'Emission-Free Powerbanks' project, recognizing contributions to sustainable design.
1st Place, Poster and Visual Identity Design Competition
Awarded By
Atlantic Cinema Warsaw
Secured 1st place for poster and visual identity design for an event celebrating Wisława Szymborska's poetry, organized by Atlantic Cinema Warsaw.
Languages
Polish
Native
English
Fluent
Swedish
Basic
Skills
Materials & Manufacturing
Wood, Metal, Plastic, Material Selection.
Emerging Technologies
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Design.
Professional Skills
Communication, Self-Motivation, Creativity, Teamwork, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Project Management.
Design Software
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe InDesign, Autodesk Alias, Autodesk Vred Pro, Autodesk Fusion 360, Blender, DaVinci Resolve, Rhinoceros.
Design & Ideation
Hand Sketching, Clay Modelling, Design Thinking, System Thinking, Concept Development, Form Exploration, Industrial Design, Transportation Design, Sustainable Design, Digital sketch.
Projects
7th International Design Workshop
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Summary
Participated in an international design workshop collaborating with Shizuoka University of Art and Culture, Izmir University of Economics, and the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw.
In the Wings Architecture and Design Workshop
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Summary
Participated in the 'In the Wings' architecture and design workshop organized by STORE Schools & Projects CIC, focusing on innovative design approaches.
Renault Passion for Design and Innovation Workshop
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Summary
Participated in design workshops by Renault as part of the 'Passion for Design and Innovation' competition, exploring automotive design concepts.