Industrial Design

What is industrial design?

official industrial design definition by pereka malaysia

 Industrial Design is a process of creative thinking and activities; meant to optimize the innovation of product value, safety, aesthetics, appearance, ergonomics and function through analyzing market trend and lifestyles.

It involves creating, developing, planning, managing, facilitating design and (through) its manufacturing process - it will promote mankind to embrace a sustainable design environment.

- PEREKA, 2015
This definition is published in conjunction with WIDD 2015 (Malaysia Chapter),with the cooperation from the PEREKA Development Committee, industry players and academicians from local and private universities in Malaysia.
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Industrial Design profession

Common Skill Set

  • 3D Modeling
  • Rapid Prototyping & Testing
  • Visual
  • Basic Computer
  • Manufacturing
  • Storytelling
  • Marketing & Branding
  • Basic Engineering & Fabrication
  • Drawing & Sketching
  • Color, Materials & Finishes
  • User Research
  • 3D Rendering
  • Processes

Practice Areas

  • Automotive & Transportation
  • Furniture
  • Housewares
  • Environments & Retail
  • Medical & Healthcare
  • Toys & Accessories
  • Commercial & Industrial
  • Personal & Lifestyle
  • Sports & Recreation

Job Opportunity

  • Model Maker
  • Industrial Design Consultant
  • Product Fabricator
  • Furniture Design
  • Industrial Product Design
  • Automotive Designer
  • Environmental Designer
  • Exhibition Designer
  • Lecturer

Related Disciplines

  • Design Research
  • Design Strategy
  • Service Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Branding & Marketing
  • User Experience (UX) Design
  • User Interaction (UI) Design