Fran Kipper

Conceptualized and executed diverse design projects spanning sustainable product development, home decor, and innovative furniture solutions. Designed a wooden bike concept, developed pottery and ceramic products, and built surfboards using sustainable materials.

Delivered high-impact illustrations for album covers, branding projects, and creative direction storytelling. Applied emotive and expressive sketches to concept development and incorporated painting techniques into digital and physical projects.

Led the conceptualization of immersive installations, blending storytelling, aesthetics, and spatial function. Translated creative direction into technical documentation for manufacturing and on-site implementation.

Redesigned the entire brand identity for a 20+ year-old fishing and outdoors company, revitalizing its market presence. Delivered logo redesigns, color palettes, and brand guidelines, and created a technical apparel line.

Developed visualization materials including interior layouts, emotive sketches, and 3D renderings to communicate design concepts. Worked with the manufacturing team to align product design with quality standards and production feasibility.

Developed the ARMŌ Home Office Cushion, leading concept development and product design as a freelance project. Defined form, materials, and ergonomic considerations to balance comfort, functionality, and aesthetic clarity.

Worked as a concept designer envisioning operational utility vessels (SOVs) for offshore wind farms. Developed future-ready vessel designs and delivered conceptual sketches and full rendered drawings.

Collaborated with Dixie Golden to design high-end outdoor furniture for luxury homes. Designed foldable furniture pieces balancing elegance and functionality, focusing on high-end hand finished pieces and material quality.

Grade: 9.04/10

Graduated with Honors (GPA: 9.04/10) with a Graduate Diploma in Industrial Design.