companion
Companion is a versatile backpack that comes with a detachable front purse. It allows people to carry their most important belongings without having to switch bags, making life easier for people on the go.
Year:
2018
concept exploration
Exploring ideas to enhance the daily experience of non-car commuters through the development of a soft goods solution.
top 2 concepts
The Student’s Bag
Detachable front purse to carry important items close to you while traveling
No more hassle moving things from backpack to purse for different occasion
It has a compartment for grocery bags
The Traveler’s Bag
Front compartment for easy access to things while sitting in a tight plane seat
Back compartment for easy removal of laptop for TSA screening
Works with Tile to ensure users don’t lose their important things
I decided to move on with the Student’s Bag as it is the problem I face every day, and I can easily get feedback from students on campus.
rough mockups
refined direction
Refined A
The purse does not have a flap.
Grocery bag compartment with reminder indicator is at the inner top side.
The purse has a square shape (front view).
Refined B
The purse has a flap.
Grocery bag compartment with reminder indicator is in the flap.
The purse has a rectangular shape (front view).
refined mockups
Some people like Mockup A because it has more pockets and they prefer its D-ring hook’s pattern to Mockup B.
Others prefer Mockup B as the flap gives it an interesting look and it is easier for them to get their grocery bag.
storyboards
companion
A backpack that accompanies you all day.
features
Card Compartment on Both Backpack Straps
Laptop Compartment
Side Pocket and Back Zippered Pocket
Comfortable Vegan Leather Handle
Back Discrete Compartment
Front Easy Access Pocket
Grocery Bag Cutout Indicator
Grocery Bag Compartment
Twist Lock
How to Detach Purse
How to Attach Purse
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