My final major project at university, New Pack is a rescue dog welcome kit designed to support a smoother transition from shelter to home by providing new owners with a collection of essential care products. The project includes a dog bed, food and water bowls, and a waste bag holder, developed as a cohesive product family centred around comfort, practicality, and ease of use.
The project combined product design, prototyping, CAD development, and material exploration. Particular focus was placed on the dog bed, where iterative testing led to an interlocking hexagonal foam structure designed to balance comfort, durability, and material efficiency. Supporting products were developed to integrate directly into the bed, creating a compact starter kit that brings together the key essentials needed when welcoming a rescue dog into a new home.
Slides from my process book which helped me in my research over the course of the project
Early concepts of the dog bed design
Using a bandsaw to cut the foam into shape
The removable bed cover was manufactured from recycled denim material
The water and food bowls, and waste disposal bag holder were designed in Fusion 360 and 3D printed
Water bowl features a surrounding ice tray to keep water cool for longer, whilst the hexagonal food bowl encourages problem solving when eating
Product functions
Completed pack ready to welcome a rescue dog to a new home