Mod-Ice

Suburban Train for Aselsan

The train is designed for modern and warm cities. The design language of the train is sharp yet neat lines make it compatible with the silhouette of a modern city. The perception of spaciousness is achieved by cube patterns abstracting a cool airflow with bright and cool shades of colors. The refreshing experience is enhanced as the interior lights reflect upon the fading cube texture hence, providing comfortable long trips in hot weather. Separated areas for small bags, big luggage, baby carriages, bicycles, and wheelchairs embrace a wide scope of voyagers.

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Unique Properties

Mod-Ice is a suburban train design for modern and hot climate cities. Sharp and simple lines make it a compatible fit for the silhouette of a modern city. In addition to the ice cube patterns abstracting an airflow, the cool and light color usage enhances the perception of spaciousness. It also brings the feeling of cooling down experience leading a comfortable long trip in hot weathers. Its separated areas for small bags, big luggage, baby carriages, bicycles and wheelchairs embrace a wide scope of voyagers.

Tags

Aselsan, concept, interior, exterior, suburban, train, design, transportation, vehicle, cool, modern

Production Technology

Interior dimensions regarding window and door interspaces are calculated to make it possible to use identical perforated sheet metals for the ceiling and identical FRP(fiber reinforced polymer) side panels created from the same mould. Tempered glasses next to doors are textured with the icing process and enlightened with the LEDs inside the hidden canals. Seat material is PP GF25(HL1-HL2-R6) to reduce the weight. Seat base and back supports are coated with nonflammable fabric. Exterior nose design is FRP and other side shells are composed of sheet metals. Some places are coated with blue textured stickers special to railway applications.

Design Challenge

The main aim is creating a modern look by using cost-effective methods and catching a harmony between interior and exterior design that both give the feeling of a cool iced atmosphere.

Project Duration

6 months, ANKARA

Operation Flow

It is designed to be operated in the medium-haul distances such as airport, suburban areas and outer city regions.

Research

Benchmark and field researches are done. The needs of different type of voyagers are specified and the design is conducted according to the outputs. Interior and exterior design trends, color pallets, different materials and finishing methods are gathered together on a moodboard.

Inspiration

Imagine entering a train with sweat on your neck and luggage in your hands from a very hot weather. As soon as coming inside, the relaxation of the cool breeze coming from the air condition catches you. Isn't it great if you also visually feel the cool atmosphere inside? At this point Mod-Ice aims to visualize a cool and relaxing sense to its voyagers in a modern way. Dynamically moving ice cube patterns creates an abstraction of a cool airflow. Lighting behind the squares enriches a refreshing perception by moving on the texture.

Project Overview

Mod-Ice Suburban Train has been a Bronze winner in the Vehicle, Mobility and Transportation Design award category in the year 2021 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.

Image Credits

For design images and photos please credit Oguzhan Topcuoglu.

Bronze Recognition

Oguzhan Topcuoglu was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2022, a testament to excellence of their work Mod-Ice Suburban Train.

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Introducing Mod-Ice: A Suburban Train Design for Modern Cities

Oguzhan Topcuoglu's Mod-Ice brings a cool and refreshing experience to suburban train travel, designed for modern and hot climate cities, enhancing the comfort of voyagers with its unique features and innovative technology.

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