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Charles Abalos
Product Design BDes

Otago Polytechnic

Graduates: 2025

Specialisms: Product Design / Drawing / Modelmaking

My location: Dunedin, New Zealand

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Otago Polytechnic

Charles Abalos

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First Name: Charles

Last Name: Abalos

University / College: Otago Polytechnic

Course / Program: Product Design BDes

Graduates: 2025

Specialisms: Product Design / Drawing / Modelmaking

My Location: Dunedin, New Zealand

About

My design journey includes studying towards a Bachelor of Design (Product). This hands-on programme has shaped my ability to design products, services, and systems with a strong focus on human needs and sustainability. It has also developed my skills in conceptualisation, drawing, model making, CAD software, graphic design, and production methods. A background in visual communication has helped me express ideas through hand drawings and renderings, something I’ve refined over the years. I am critical of myself and take pride in attention to detail, always looking for ways to improve. Growing up, team sports taught me the importance of collaboration and understanding roles, which I bring into every group project. I've also had the chance to work on client projects with the Association of Rotational Moulding Australasia and Campaign for Wool, and gained practical experience at Silver Fern Farms. Experiences that have helped me grow both creatively and professionally.

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Drawing Product Design

Design Studio Teams | Sprint 1 | Otago Polytechnic | 2025 This sprint-style group project challenged us to design a concept product inspired by an existing brand’s values within a tight timeframe. I strengthened my ability to work efficiently under pressure, stay organised, and make fast, confident decisions to deliver a strong outcome. This was a valuable experience in rapid ideation and collaboration. (Concept project for learning purposes; all brands and references are unofficial.)