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Jim Rokos MA FRSA
Industrial Design

 

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Jim is developing a new collection of playful, functional, sculptural products that behave in unexpected ways. Working with the School for Creative Startups, Rokos is supported by several mentors - serial entrepreneur and celebrity, Doug Richard is guiding the business. Jamie Scrimgeour, who has a proven background in design and manufacturing has been advising Rokos on manufacturing strategy. Wine connoisseur and celebrity chief Arno Maasdorp who runs the Saltoun Supper Club gives insights that enrich the experience of enjoying a Rokos.

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BIOGRAPHY

London based industrial designer Jim Rokos had explored many creative areas, before discovering his passion for Industrial Design. Originally trained as a model-maker in the film and television industry (The Muppet Treasure Island, Band of Brothers, Tomb Raider, Victoria and Albert), then a photographer’s assistant, then a film extra, Jim went on to design an innovative cat-food bowl – over 50,000 have been sold throughout Europe.
Jim then went on to teach at a special needs school in London, before completing a Master’s degree (2006) in Industrial Design at Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design, part of London’s University of the Arts. He observes people’s behavior and his products can encourage a user to reflect. Fantasy and poetic elements can be seen in his works.

Jim is passionate to explore materials to create original and visually beautiful, refined concepts. He enjoys every stage of the design process. Research, creative exploration, problem solving, refinement and execution. New creative techniques are sought to generate original ideas. Understanding and engaging with user psychology is key and users are observed within their local context. Jim is interested to apply these techniques, for the improvement of people’s lives.

 

AWARDS

   
RedDot Winner 2012
Faces of Design Winner 2012
RSA Winner for ‘Think Again’ category - Recovery from mental illness. 2008
Hidden Art Short-listed: Best Appearance During London Design Festival. 2007
Design Parade, France Selected. 2007
UK Trade & Investments Trade show Access Program funded. 2007
D&AD In book - h2our glass. 2006
AHRC Funded   2005
David Peacock Trust   Funded 2004
‘Best Inventions’ TV show Winner - Pedal Bowl won on BBC1 Tomorrow’s World’s pilot episode. 2001

 

COLLECTION    
RedDot Museum 13° 60° 104° Decanter 2012 - 2013
St. Martins Museum Blindspot range Sold 2007
 
 

CONSULTANCY

Working from the studio in West London, the portfolio is wide ranging. With innovation and adaptability, the strength and durability of the studio's work will have an impact on your project’s success

.Jim Rokos

 

WRITING

FINE SPECIMENS Blog.
DISTANCE MIRROR

People tend to look at life through the lens of their present self. A man makes a connection with his former self, using real time and space at the medium. A relationship between present and former self is created.

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Client Projects

Website and branding created for 'Adaptalog Ltd', who design silicon chips.
The audience for this site is electronic engineers who want a fast site with the relevant information and no frills.

ADAPTALOG

 

Designer Michael Anastassiades asked me to build a cardboard model of the Sigmar gallery, for the planning of an exhibition running over London Design week 2008.
I was also responsible for planning and overseeing the installation of the work. See model and installation
here.

Michael Anastassiades

 

 

ACID Member
All copyright, design rights and intellectual property rights existing in our designs and products and in the images are and will remain the property of Jim Rokos. We will treat any infringement of these rights seriously
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