Ben Matarangas
Designs by Ben Matarangas
PROJECT 01
The Guardian
A high top basketball shoe for the curry brand that focus’s on ankle stability and injury reduction.
PROJECT 02
ASYM
An umbrella with the users comfort in mind. Designed so the canopy is centered over the individual rather than the pole.
PROJECT 03
Westward
A clothing collection that pulls inspiration from high fashion brands to reimagine the traditional western looks.
Aspiring footwear and apparel designer, avid basketball player, all around art lover, and self proclaimed bonsai “master”. University of Oregon 4th year product design student. Experience with the Adobe suit, 3D modeling softwares, and physical prototyping. Based in Portland, OR with roots in San Jose, CA
PROJECT 04
Earth Pack
A bonsai foraging back that’s designed with the end user in mind. Designed with materials that reflect the aging nature of the art form.
PROJECT 05
Sym Set
A set of utensils designed with an asymmetrical design language. With nesting, ceramic interaction, and ergonomics in mind.
PROJECT 06
Time End
An alarm clock that doubles as a book end. Designed to free the reader from distractions and encouraged them to disconnect.
PHILOSOPHY
Design Philosophy
Design with the purpose of object permanence. Good products should be observed and appreciated like art rather than tucked away for later use.
PROJECT 07
PROJECT 08
Kirby
A hand held vacuum cleaner that explores a brutalist design language with a unique structural element.
PROJECT 09
PH Pot +
A soil fertility measuring device that brings a playful approach to the ritual of plant care.
