a Jan Gross portfolio

Provide society with innovative design solutions that are functional, honest, sustainable, and beautiful. Attempt to ensure that every object developed is intrinsically tied to use, place, ethical responsibility and cultural inclusion. Endeavour to elevate unexceptional objects exceptional both functionally and aesthetically.

Asseverate that carefully resolved design be humanistic, intuitive, and capable of being appreciated anywhere in the world.

BLUE MAX

WWI rotary aircraft engine inspired aviators watch with transparent case, crystal and Luminova lighted cylinder sparks.

MAMBA XE-1

Electric Hybrid High Performance Targa Coupe Concept

OCEAN SENTRY II

Mission configurable remote

telemetry guided autonomous

wind and solar powered oil spill collection and recovery vessel. Concepted for the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

TOPPER

Concept study for an appliance to mold and trim recyclable plastic lid onto opened cans of standard sizes.

GATSBY collection

A 9 piece collection of luxury travel cases and accessories. Concepted for Gucci.

CYCLONE

Aqua jet pump propelled underwater (highly maneuverable) snorkel bike

with extended dive vacuum assist breathing system.

SORTIE

Two person controlled high speed duel zip line acrobatic sport flyer.

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FabStrap

Universally adaptable and adjustable integrated fabric insert that enhances the comfort, tension control, and longevity of vinyl strap seating.

ZeroGrav Newtonian Glider

Perpetual motion inspired solar/battery powered duel utility glider/environment. LED lighting, mobile ports, fans, speakers, and center spool counter wound deployable canopy with 40 degree front/back tilt.

FROG portable cooktop

Pressure activated ceramic heating elements with shape & temperature memory active on all quadrants of the cooking surface simultaneously.

LBR Series III

Certified Longboard racing helmet with induction assist ventilation.

ALCHEMY

A collection of 25 architectural site and interior lighting fixtures with various lamp and lens types.

Multi-configurable gliders

currently under DFM study.

SUNDOWN

Integrated PV powered accordion fold solar refraction screen. Featuring screw drive scissor type extend and retract cradle with self-correcting vibration and wind load cancelling technology.

Incremental 90 degree tilt to vertical.

DiscView

Snap together 2D/3D wall mounted CD display and storage system with almost unlimited uniquely individualistic configurations.

INVENT

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M.A.C.S.

Recessed unidirectional acoustic ceiling LCD A/V cloud integrated architectural communications & information delivery module.

MagnaTrack

Self-actuating roller circumference reducer for minimizing fabric wrinkle in motorized exterior
solar screens.

ERGOflex

Tri-polymer elastomeric shock absorbing 3 axis gasket for sling seating. Shown with adjustable tensioning sew foot mechanism.

ECHO

ECHO type speaker with Dolby technology play 360° audio, voice recognition, and noise cancellation.

TRAVELER

Public area 'relaxation station'

with up to 40 degree incline and height adjustable noise

cancelling canopy.

GATSBY collection

Ultra luxury mittens with SOLINE thermal lining. No animal products used. Concepted for Gucci.

GENDAI flatware

A fusion of traditional Asian and industrial modern flatware, cooking utensils and accessories.

INDUSTRIAL DESIGN + VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS

MORPHEUS SERIES I & II

Foster core human principles in pursuit of achievable objectives as the impetus for innovation, protect the natural world at every

opportunity, and exploit civic edification to drive responsible commerce.

ALIEN

UFO flying saucer inspired compact disc player. Concepted for SONY.

DAYTRIPPER

Pendulum movement swing with adjustable speed/throw and telescopic nautilus inspired canopy.

BOUNCE

Swiss ball trampoline with hand grip supports and 360 degree positional power belts with telescopic hand grips for foot insertion.

WIGITH2O

Inflatable (60%) wing in ground effect (in-tow) maneuverable flying recreational water craft.

Sidewinder

A "piggyback" cassette with internal

spring recoil see-through screen or graphic image. Deploys when user selectively engages and designed to retrofit (no tools required) onto most interior window shades. Cassette can

be attached to shade or window sill.

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BOOST

Power pole mounted direct-to-grid vertical axis micro wind turbine with gyroscopic pole stabilization effect and wildlife safety barrier. Concepted for Florida Power & Light.