The goal was to design a bespoke, feature-rich smart keypad for height-adjustable desks. The core engineering hurdle was internal packaging: accommodating a new, larger PCB and bulky smart components within a compact housing. These elements required highly specific orientations to prevent functional interference while maintaining an intuitive exterior.

I led early research (forms, material finishes, competitors) and initial sketching. Then, I developed 3D CAD models, collaborating directly with our manufacturing partner to align the ergonomic design intent with strict engineering requirements. Selected concepts were translated into CAD to verify internal packaging constraints for the digital display and PCB/components. I executed full-scale physical mockups to iteratively test dimensions, mounting bracket angles, and tactile feedback against the physical desk edge.

Designed for ergonomic flexibility, the keypad mounts to either side of the desk. Having authored the instructional guides for previous standing desk models, I leveraged direct customer feedback and historical pain points to inform the UI/UX of this new interface, resulting in an intuitive, user-centered control unit.