Phoresy Pack Backpack

I find it most rewarding to work at the intersection of various techniques, fields, or even industries. Specializing in just one area can be incredibly competitive, but by combining disciplines, you create a unique skill set that far fewer people have explored. This approach greatly increases your chances of crafting something truly original.For the Phoresy Pack Backpack, the physicality of working with real leather, cork, metal, and textiles perfectly complements the precision and innovation of computational design. They say the best way to rest is to switch activities, and that’s exactly how I work. A day spent in the workshop crafting with physical materials leaves me refreshed and ready to dive back into digital design. By the time I finish a digital session, I’m already eager to return to hands-on work. It’s a dynamic process that keeps both my creativity and energy flowing.

The Phoresy Pack Backpack was heavily inspired by the works of Ron Resch, a pioneer in computational design and a master of exploring the structural beauty of folding patterns. His work encouraged me to look at design not just as a means to solve problems but as a way to create elegant, functional forms with minimal material waste.I’ve always been drawn to parametric design, but what truly led me to explore its intersection with fashion was recognizing the unique requirements of products like backpacks. These objects sit at the sweet spot between physical and aesthetic configuration. They must adapt to our lifestyles functionally while also serving as pieces of self-expression. Backpacks, in particular, are fascinating—they’re incredibly utilitarian but also deeply personal, reflecting the style and individuality of the wearer.When I approach new design projects, I often draw on past ideas, sketches, and notes from my research. This backpack’s foldable structure, crafted from a single sheet of CNC-milled leather, evolved from a desire to merge simplicity, efficiency, and beauty. My process involved leveraging tools like Rhino and Grasshopper to experiment with folding patterns and material behaviors. It was also a way to celebrate the blend of digital precision and the tangible artistry of leatherworking—a recurring theme in my creative journey.

My background in game development played a pivotal role in shaping the Phoresy Pack Backpack's expandable tessellation pattern. Game development taught me to script logical processes, break down complex systems into manageable parts, and achieve intricate outcomes by combining simple elements. These principles naturally transitioned into my computational and industrial design work, creating a synergy between the disciplines.For the Phoresy Pack, the tessellation pattern required precision and adaptability to ensure both structural integrity and aesthetic appeal. This level of complexity would have been nearly impossible to achieve within the given timeframe without leveraging digital tools and simulations. Using techniques I had developed during my game design work, I was able to simulate material deformation and refine the tessellation to suit the unique properties of CNC-milled leather.The iterative mindset from game development also helped—testing, adjusting, and refining until the pattern met both functional and aesthetic goals. In many ways, the skills I honed in game development directly informed the computational approach that made this project a reality.