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Demet Ozturk

Industrial Design BA (Hons)

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I am an inclusive designer passionate about creating accessible, user-centred solutions that empower underserved communities. Blending empathy with innovation, I craft functional, refined designs that promote dignity, independence, and equity across diverse abilities, cultures, and lived experiences.

Final Project – Orbit

Guided by touch. Designed for Independence – Orbit is an inclusive chopping board designed for those with Retinitis Pigmentosa. With tactile guides, modular compartments, and a bendable edge for safe transfer, it enhances kitchen safety and independence—while remaining intuitive for all.
Description of Use :
  • Take out the board from container using handle.
  • Place the storage container inside the handle.
  • Slide rubbish inside the container.
  • Dispose of waste once finished.
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Non-Slip Surface (Food-Grade Silicone Coated Wire)
Supported TPE

Ukiyo

[u-key-yo]
Living in the moment. Accompanied by tea and peace.

The fusion of ethnic and post-modern domestic furniture design in homes.

The aim of Ukiyo is to create an atmosphere for living in the moment. By creating a peaceful area in a specific part of the home, it offers a special space that enhances the comfort of tea drinking. At the same time, it represents the multifunctional discipline of Japanese culture.

This project is a reflection from my 12month Study Abroad experience at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University which allowed me to achieve my International Diploma.

Designed to support tea drinking and mindful rest, the modular set features floor-level seating with ergonomic back support, customizable cushions, and a handcrafted table that locks into place. Inspired by the aesthetics of tatami mats, zabuton cushions, and horimono woodwork; Ukiyo creates a peaceful, grounding space within the modern home: accessible, flexible, and deeply intentional.
A calming ritual in three simple steps:
Unfold
Lift the table to unlock and unfold the set. Place table to the side.
Arrange
Slide the cushioned seats into place and set up the backrests for ergonomic support.
Relax
Sit back, sip tea, and enjoy the moment. Whether alone or with company, Ukiyo. invites presence, comfort, and connection.

JLR – RoverHide

Young travelers can enjoy an engaging, gamified hide-and-seek experiences that uses luxury technology and immersive learning to improve lengthy journeys.

The Ultimate Luxurious Gamified Travel Adventure

RoverHide, seamlessly integrated into JLR’s Pivi Pro infotainment system, reimagining family road trips with an immersive hide-and-seek game set inside a digital recreation of the Range Rover’s interior. Children are challenged to spot GPS-based landmarks hidden throughout the cabin, turning every journey into an interactive quest.

Designed for modern luxury and adventure, the game uses AI-powered learning to adapt difficulty, while voice commands, Meridian™ 3D sound, haptic feedback, and signature LED lighting cues heighten the experience. With dynamic visuals on the seatback OLED screens, RoverHide keeps young passengers engaged, entertained, and learning: making every drive an adventure to remember.

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