Project Iuvo

My design process began with the goal of bringing robotics closer to the consumer electronics world, prioritizing approachable, non-intimidating forms rather than traditional medical or humanoid robots. Research across hospitals, nursing homes, and adjacent service environments revealed that nurses and support staff spend a significant portion of their time on non-clinical tasks outside their specialized training. Guided by these insights, the initial design approach focused on a broad exploration of form factors and functions targeting these tasks before refining proportions, aesthetics, and mechanical simplicity through soft shapes, minimal components, and human-centered interaction.