I’ve been working on this kayak concept for a while. The idea was to create something modern and advanced, but still realistic enough to actually work as a product. I came up with the name KYOKO, inspired by Japanese language and design philosophy, with a focus on precision, balance, and purposeful movement.

The whole concept started with a simple paper sketch and gradually evolved into the final product direction. From the overall shape and functionality to the visual product, the design was built around my original idea from the ground up.

The hardest part was figuring out how the design would actually work in real life everything from the handles and storage compartments to the seat and overall ergonomics had to make sense, not just look good. A large part of the kayak is designed using carbon fiber and thermoformed ABS / PMMA composite, keeping the concept lightweight, durable, and realistic enough to function as an actual product.