Discover what it takes to put together a collection for an arts degree show as final-year Loughborough University Industrial Design student Robert shows us the processes involved as he prepares for the Industrial Design Degree Show 2023.

"My name is Robert McKinna, a final year Industrial Design student at Loughborough University. My project, "Phoenix," focuses on creating a smart, cooling garment to help individuals with MS manage heat sensitivity during endurance exercise. Inspired by my own experiences with non-visible disabilities and as a cancer survivor, I'm passionate about empowering people with MS to live without limitations.

Inclusive design is at the core of my work, which over the past 5 years for me has included projects aiding individuals with dementia in staying hydrated to helping those with upper limb differences improve their culinary confidence in the kitchen. Through Project Phoenix, I aim to create inclusive and accessible interactions to help both those with Relapsing Remitting MS and Progressive MS. I'm driven to continue this work and more inclusive design work in the future through my Inclusive Design Consultancy business, INCLUS."

Follow Robert's journey :
@robert_mckinna
@rob_mckinna_designs
@inclusdesign

We wish Robert every bit of success for the future.

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