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Jan 22, 2004 - Students at Art Center College of Design in Pasadena presented their work in the Summer graduation show last August. The show featured work from six graduating students in the Bachelor of Science - Transportation Design program.
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The graduating students Mark Kim, Gantimur Meissner, Jeesun Park, Joe Park, Tatsuya Takei, and Yumi Yi each presented several of their projects from earlier semesters of the course.
Mark Kim
Rolls Royce ‘Silver Spectre’ Concept – The objective was to create a high-end luxury sedan vehicle as an 'entry-level' for Rolls-Royce similar to the Mercedes Benz S-Class, BMW 7 Series, and Audi A8, as part of a new line up for 2012. This Rolls-Royce would have an urban-romantic image, and be a powerful high-end luxury sedan, a synthesis of the styling and applications of predecessors with current/future technology. The philosophy was to create a 'New Level of Contemporary Sophistication’ and the design itself explains its ‘unborn identity’ for the Rolls-Royce. The focused styling design cues were Simple, Sporty, and Less-Bulky yet still keeping the original 'intimidating' image of its predecessors. However, unlike other classic Rolls-Royce, Silver Spectre is focused on the over-all volume and its proportion rather than just emphasizing the mass of the grill.
Volkswagen ‘Sniper’ Concept – The Volkswagen Sports Coupe ‘Sniper’ is designed for the mid-range sports coupe in the VW line-up. It’s based on 2+2 seating platform with styling that is a new interpretation of the legendary Volkswagen Karmann Ghia into a contemporary sports coupe. The different approach to the modern styling theme from classical key design cues creates more aggressive yet carefully controlled surfaces and overall proportion.
Ford ‘Neo-T’ Concept – The Ford new Urban Compact Truck is specifically designed for the urban youth market and it creates a new, fresher image for the company. It’s based on a four seat platform with enough cargo space by using its modular truck bed. Since it’s based on the famous Model-T, many elements emphasize a strong image inspired by classical deconstructive architectures and modern products. The approach to proportion and functionality gives a new way of urban life for youth.
Audi ‘Myth’ vision 20/20 Concept – The Audi ‘Myth’ is designed for generation-Y in 20 years, using a drive-by-wire, automated highway and auto-pilot system. The concept was developed beginning from interior to exterior, using future technology for its distinctive looks and functionality. Seating three and with its multi positional diving position, it gives a different way of enjoying the joy of driving/moving experience. The driver is positioned front-middle with a cockpit view in a semi-standing position. which gives the driver a feeling of full control of the car while his driving and with automated highway technology, opens up the new way of enjoying the journey. Its styling is inspired from military submarine and other future technological gadgets combined with the flavor of Audi’s distinctive styling cues.
Joe Park
Inspired by the themes and proportions of the current BMW Z4, Joe Park chose to design a conversion kit targeted specifically for the upcoming generation’s needs of individuality. All the safety structures, hard points, cowl points and door cuts were kept.
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The specialist manufacturer Hartge in Germany takes Z4’s off the assembly line and finishes them to the special specifications, such as an M version V8 producing 560hp. The project had three versions going in different directions. Staying true to BMW’s theme of the 'land shark', the inspiration was broken down further. The first version 'Blue Shark', embraces the current Z4 owner who want to customize their cards to stand out from the crowd with simple body kits, bumpers, side skirts and accessories. Version 2 'Bull Shark', consists of bumpers and side skirts, but it pushed further hoods and fenders. The main focus of the project was placed on Version 3 'Great White Shark', as it pushed every aspect of aero turning further, almost to create a whole new, near-exotic car, evolving into a shooting break configuration. This conversion changes every exterior part from the original Z4, and throws in a new attitude, presence, and stance to the vehicle while keeping true to the BMW’s original theme lines and heritage
Lexus ix300 – The goal of the ix300 design was to create a 4-door vehicle that is more practical than a sedan, yet much sportier than a SUV or wagon. It is an entry-level luxury all-season Lexus, designed to fit between the current lineup of the IS300 and the RX300. It also features AWD, which exudes sportiness, fun and practicality, themes targeting the active, younger generation of car buyers.
Mobione Shared Mobility Vehicle (SMV) – The Mobione is mobility for one. This is designed around the concept of sharing vehicles, based around the SMV program in Santa Monica, California. The climate and weather of Santa Monica are stable and comfortable, so to represent the area, Mobione is a fun, open-top electric roadster that single commuters can check out to go to work and back. The interior is asymmetrical with a driver’s side and a large storage compartment adjacent to it. Narrow tires with hollow spoked rims add to the efficiency and sportiness while a brushless, electric motor makes for a clean and powerful drivetrain.
Nissan Skyline GTR – The redesign of a Japanese muscle car that lives in cult status. This design studies proportion, stance and volume, creating a strong, intimidating, presence. Being a high powered, all wheel drive vehicle, each wheel was given a treatment that goes beyond just fender. The fiberglass model shows an entire body section is given to create fenders to emphasize the power that is going to each wheel.
Gana Meissner
Human Vessel – This is a mobility device based on all visible/invisible layers that construct/surround the human body. Thereby it translates these layers into physical layers to enable seamless interaction with the contained environment and moves people from A to B more effortlessly and efficiently. The concept introduces feasible vehicle architecture for alternative technology, eco-friendly, economic, with less refueling thanks to fuel cell technology to supply a single-speed electric engine and 36-42V electric system. Energy is recycled and gathered using a heat-to-electricity converter and photovoltaic panels. The independent passenger vessel is detached from all other components via drive-by-wire and wireless technology. The layers are not only membranes but are treated as volumes in order to provide structural support for the whole vehicle.
24VW – Volkswagen has been expanding its product line horizontally but in order to satisfy user needs there will be a need for a more diverse product lineup. To accomplish this task VW will open up the platforms, initiating a vertical development and enabling users to actively shape their product and services according to individual needs to achieve a customized, unique product experience. This concept will compete against other two seat ultra-compact sports cars and take on the role of the new VW brand icon. It might even advance into a professional 24 VW racing division.
