Industrial Designer Needed for Premium Solar-Integrated Event Structures (Totems, Direction Signs)

I run SustainPro, an Abu Dhabi–based EventTech & ClimateTech company.

We are building a new rental fleet of premium, solar-powered event structures that combine:

• High-end industrial design

• Integrated small-format solar panels (beautifully hidden or celebrated)

• LED illumination

• Modular graphics

• Off-grid power (battery + solar charge)

We need a world-class industrial / experiential designer to create the 3D designs and production files.

These structures must look futuristic, magical, and iconic — something not currently seen in events.

This is NOT signage. This is experiential architecture + solar integration + design innovation.

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Scope of Work

Design a family of 3 structures:

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1. Solar Crown Totem (Primary Product)

• Height: 3.0–3.5 m

• Slim monolithic body (curved or sculptural)

• Top section: a crown or halo made of multiple small solar panels (20–50W each) arranged in a modern geometric pattern

• Internal LED illumination

• Replaceable graphic faces

• Heavy/stable base with concealed battery + MPPT

• Must feel premium, futuristic, minimalistic

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2. Solar Ribbon Direction Sign

• Height: 2.4–3.0 m

• An organic or curved central body that glows

• A solar “ribbon” wrapping the structure (using flexible or slim mini solar modules)

• Clean and elegant integration of solar — invisible or artistic

• Designed for arrows, icons, and event messaging

• Same battery/solar technical core

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3. Solar Ambient Plinth

• Height: 0.8–1.2 m

• Top surface for objects, trophies, or placemaking elements

• LED accent lighting

• Small solar panels integrated on sides or subtly into the design

• Compact, sculptural, and visually striking

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Aesthetic Direction

We want designs that feel:

• Premium and futuristic

• Minimal but magical

• Inspired by:

• EXPO 2020 architecture

• Louvre Abu Dhabi light play

• Museum of the Future minimalism

• High-end experiential installations

Solar panels must be part of the visual language, not an afterthought.

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Technical Requirements (Your design must allow for):

• LED load 10–40 W

• 80–180 W total solar input using multiple small solar modules

• Battery inside base: 12.8V LiFePO₄ (20–60Ah)

• MPPT charge controller inside base

• Hidden wiring channels

• Weather-resistant exterior

• Interchangeable graphic skins

• Easy on-site setup (10–15 minutes)

(I have a solar engineer who will do full electrical engineering. You focus on industrial design and integrating solar spaces.)

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Deliverables

1. 3D CAD models (Rhino or Solidworks + STEP)

2. Fabrication-ready drawings (DWG, DXF, exploded views)

3. Internal structure design (metal frame, access door, solar mounting points)

4. Panel layout for solar modules (sizes + mounting integration)

5. Material specification: cladding, acrylic, ACP, metal

6. High-quality renders (day + night lighting)

7. Graphic skin template system (for changing branding per event)

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Skills Required

• Industrial design / product design

• Experience with experiential structures / urban furniture / light installations

• Rhino, Solidworks, Fusion360, or similar

• Strong aesthetic taste (portfolio is critical)

• Ability to integrate solar panels into architecture or product form

• Knowledge of materials for metal fabrication & acrylic

• Ability to produce fabrication-level drawings

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Important Notes

• These designs will be fabricated by our partner company (Calcium) in Abu Dhabi.

• SustainPro will own 100% of the design IP.

• You must provide files ready for CNC/laser cutting and metalwork fabrication.

• We care deeply about aesthetics, finish, and innovation — please only apply if your portfolio reflects this level.

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What to Include in Your Proposal

1. Portfolio of relevant designs (experiential, product, architectural structures)

2. Your primary 3D software

3. Estimated timeframe for first concepts + final deliverables

4. Your fixed price or hourly rate

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Why This Project Is Special

We are creating the first solar-integrated experiential rental fleet in the region — a fusion of:

• Design

• Sustainability

• Technology

• Event innovation

Your work will become a flagship product line used at major Abu Dhabi/Dubai events, marathons, festivals, and government activations.

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Ready to start immediately.

We will select the best designer tomorrow and begin development.

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