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Justin Ho

I am dedicated to designing creative and practical solutions to improve the quality of life of users. I am a designer who enjoys sketching, modeling, and all things design. I believe design and innovation drive the world and that products should be useful but also exciting to use.

Meet Justin

Justin's About Video

A quick video discussing three facts about who I am, my philosophy in design and what my interests are.

The Four Essential Pillars for Design Excellence

The four essential pillars encompass human-centric design approach and the understanding of full-bodied, three dimensional physical interaction of user, product and environment. The projects generate innovative solutions using research-driven, evidence-based designs which focus on the user experience.

Enhancement of Human Lifestyle

Meets users where they are with the booth designed to be placed where people already regularly visit.

Drop-in consultation to fit the busy schedule of users with same day pickup of glasses using on-site manufacturing. Flexible scheduling for optometrists who may want to work irregular hours or have other commitments.

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Human-Interaction & User-Centric Design

Personalized glasses selected and manufactured according to the needs of the user.

Live connection to a real optometrist for sincere human interaction. Guided experience allows for any users to receive a complete consultation with a low barrier to entry.

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Ergonomics & Human Factors Design

Automatically adjusting test equipment.

Motorized chair for users with mobility needs. Multiple configurations kiosk for sitting or standing.

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Sustainability & Social Responsibility

Renewable bio-plastics used to manufacture glasses.

Reduced emissions from traveling through the use of remote work and on-site manufacturing Recyclable metals such as steel and aluminum used to construct the booth and kiosk.

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Halo - Vision Care System

Project Summary

Low income communities in remote and rural areas are not able to receive regular vision care. There is not often enough demand to open a facility in the community and the closest facilities may be a flight away. Combined with busy jobs and a tight schedule, users may neglect vision care entirely. The consequences are that users may suffer chronic diseases worsen without treatment, a general decrease in productivity, and a general lower quality of life. Halo looks to create a viable business to realize the untapped demand in low income remote communities by pairing the accumulative demand in multiple communities and connecting them to on-call optometrists. Halo vision care booths are placed in regularly heavily trafficked areas like malls and community centers for easy access.

Thesis Summary Motion Presentation

Thesis Video Presentation

A brief intro of the objectives of the design is and how it helps its users.

Thesis Development Process

Thesis development Process

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3D Design Development & Modeling

CAD Modeling Video

CAD modeling video

A brief timelapse overview of my workflow using multiple different CAD softwares.

Physical Model Video

Halo Physical Model Video

A brief timelapse overview of my process in designing, printing, and constructing the physical model.

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