Category: Journal

The collar stiffener wallet is designed to make carrying or storing collar stiffeners simple and tidy. It keeps them protected, easy to access, and neatly organised. Prototype 1 This design uses a fold out style similar to a compact wallet. It opens to reveal slots that securely hold four collar stiffeners. Each stiffener slides into…

After numerous attempts to manufacture the logbook I have reached a crossroad. I cannot afford to fully outsource manufacturing at this time. At the same time, I am unable to produce the logbook to the standard I expect by manufacturing myself with semi-outsourcing parts of production. Every approach has taught me something valuable, but none…

The next prototype will feature an improved binding technique, including sanding the spine edges and adding a mull for enhanced strength. It will use lay-flat perfect binding, with a new cover and endpapers materials. Two new materials that will be used in Prototype 2 are: Gmund Heather (300gsm) In appearance it’s like working with the…

binding methods, I have completed the first prototype. This prototype tests the page layout design and usability, binding technique, and overall user experience. Each section is thoughtfully laid out to provide an effortless writing experience, with subtle grid lines that guide entries without ever overwhelming your focus. The clean, simple sans-serif font enhances legibility, ensuring…

As a child, I also found my fascination with aircrafts and flying. The allure of flying with the boundless freedom form the vast skies became a part of my desire. I believe aviation is the true passport to freedom. At the heart of Project Headwind lies a passion and desire to enhance the experience of…

This marks the beginning of the Kondapatti story, but the story truly begins much earlier—back in my childhood. From a young age, I have always been drawn to the experience that comes with the finer things in life. Whether it’s the quality of a product, the excellence of service, or the integrity of an interaction,…