Minwoo Hwang

My major project serves as a complimentary piece to my dissertation topic, which explored the concept of political, social and economic greed on transport design. In essence, it attempts to put forward a concept that blurs the boundaries between design for consumerism and design for sustainable development.

I propose the vision of a fully sustainable, eco-friendly, electric powered two-seater. Primarily aimed at urbanites, this vehicle attempts to address a serious flaw with the 'death cycle' of a car.  It is the antithesis of the conventional vehicle, where the death of the car results in a lengthy energy wasting recycling system, which still persists to date. It  attempts to explore the 'end of life' possibilities a vehicle has (in other words, how can a car die more gracefully). It will explore the use of alternative materials and recycling methods yet remaining within the contemporary automotive vision as to not lose that essential visual appeal.

This is not purely about implementation of materials or technology per se, but is a statement about the exploration of possibilities and a new lifestyle.

The design of the vehicle is derived form an idea of dismantling. To create a converged aesthetic which exudes a light-weight feel with less components and more fun!