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Project Name:
Kaleido


Interactive Light Installation
Self-initiated Project

Kaleido is an interactive light installation that explores the unpredictable behavior of natural light through reflection, color, and movement. Inspired by the segmented structure of umbrellas, the project evolved through hand sketches, digital drawings, and physical models. The final installation consists of mirrored internal walls and a stained-glass surface mounted on a movable rail system. 




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Project Name
Modi

Modular Mini Furniture
Furniture Design Project

Modi is a modular furniture system designed for compact living and small work environments. The project began with physical prototyping using paper, string, and thin wooden sheets, followed by digital modeling and technical development in Rhino. The final 1:1 scale piece was CNC-carved, finished, and assembled by hand using plywood. The modular construction allows flexible configurations while prioritizing spatial efficiency and everyday usability.


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Project Name:
Body as Extension




Prosthetic Design
Conceptual Design Project

Body as Extension reimagines prosthetic design as an expressive and anatomical extension of the body rather than a purely medical device. Using polymorph as a primary material, the project investigates tactile qualities and structural flexibility through spine-inspired forms. Detailed pencil drawings and material experiments informed a design language that balances metaphor, anatomy, and bodily interaction


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Project Name
Shell Geometry Pavilion



Architectural / Environmental Design
Speculative Pavilion Project

Inspired by the geometry of conch shells, this pavilion project explores form, repetition, and environmental integration. Developed through sculpting, sketching, and 3D modeling, the final design incorporates repeating patterns and proposes placement in coastal environments as a wave-breaker or flood barrier. The structure allows discarded shells to be gradually threaded onto its framework over time, increasing structural integrity while embedding environmental storytelling into the design.


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Project Name:
PopEyeFold




Desk Organiser
Product Design Project

PopEyeFold is a playful desk organiser inspired by human facial features, designed to improve everyday workspace organization. One tray references the form of an eye and features a “blinking” mechanism that conceals stationery when closed, while the second design draws from lips and consists of modular, stackable trays. Together, the objects balance functionality with character, encouraging a cleaner workspace through intuitive and expressive design.


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Project Name:
KIPKOP


Branding & Spatial Design
Lifestyle Brand Concept

KIPKOP is a lifestyle brand concept rooted in nostalgia and cultural identity. Drawing from Hungarian heritage and childhood memories, the project merges traditional folk patterns with contemporary design language. The branding extends across logo design, textiles, product tags, furniture, and interior spatial concepts inspired by the Hungarian children’s book series Kippkopp. The project explores how personal history can be translated into cohesive brand storytelling and physical space.

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Project Name
Spinal Prosthesis (Back Brace)




Prosthetic Design
Wearable Design Project

This project proposes an abstract back brace inspired by the nervous system, particularly the spinal cord. Multiple conceptual iterations were explored through hand drawings before arriving at a final design composed of three body-molded sections with internal cushioning. Adjustable wire mechanisms allow the brace to adapt to the wearer’s body, prioritizing comfort while challenging conventional perceptions of medical prosthetics as purely functional objects.


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Project Name
Concha
Biomimicy Architecture

Concha is a coastal structure inspired by biomimicry, using the conch shell as its primary reference. Designed for beaches exposed to strong waves, it functions as a wave breaker and flood barrier, combining structural strength with environmental responsiveness.

The project began with an in-depth analysis of the conch shell through observational drawing and LiDAR scanning, allowing me to study its geometry, growth logic, and structural efficiency. These insights informed a series of design iterations that translated natural form into sculptural and architectural expression. Over time, collected shells can be threaded onto the structure, increasing its strength while transforming excess natural material into a protective, site-specific installation that evolves with its environment.



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Work by Lily Varga