BYOC — EC

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BYOC

A CW&T Calculator Concept

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BYOC is a palm-sized calculator that combines Arduino push buttons with transparent casings, revealing its internal technological components beneath the surface. Designed for easy assembly and disassembly, it creates a lasting experience that encapsulates CW&T’s intentional and experimental approach to design and art, blending functionality with contemporary design.

Category: Industrial Design
Instructor: Tyler Anderson, Jack Maple

Who is CW&T

CW&T is a design studio focused on creating functional, minimal, and durable objects with a strong emphasis on longevity and simplicity. Their approach merges engineering with thoughtful, timeless design.

Capturing CW&T

After analyzing their style and brand essence, my goal was to capture their experimental approach to their work while preserving their design language, with an emphasis on clean aesthetics, playfulness, and approachability.

The Chosen Three
Three distinct concepts emerged from ideation: the first two focus on construction, deconstruction, and replaceable parts for longevity, while the third explores a futuristic retro aesthetic inspired by their collections.

BYOC
Dimensions: 8.5 x 12 x 1.8 cm

BYOC was chosen for its experimental approach, allowing consumers to build the product from scratch. The playful design is highlighted by Arduino buttons, which informed the size of the calculator. A hidden feature is the circular button, subtly nodding to their orange dot logo. The clear casing was selected for its elegance and to reflect CW&T's emphasis on quality.