Tom is an industrial designer based in London creating impactful, award winning products.
Latest Work —
Click on, Click off eBike Drive System.
2022 - 2025
Industrial Designer
Skarper
Skarper - the world’s first click-on, click-off eBike drive system. It is wire-free and seamlessly integrates into your bike’s disc brake mechanism with no modification to the frame or wheels. Once Skarper’s DiskDrive is installed, click on the motor for an eBike experience and click it off to return to a regular bike in seconds.
The Challenge.
Extensive early user research shaped the Skarper concept into a fully integrated, wireless system that can be installed and removed in seconds. The challenge was to combine the electromechanical elements into a form that respected bike geometry and rider ergonomics, while also feeling seamless, approachable, and visually integrated with the bike while retaining its own character.
Role & Impact.
I was 1 of 2 designers within the product development team, with contributions spanning concept development through to design and manufacturing implementation.
Skarper has multiple awards including iF Design Gold Award, Red Dot, and the Eurobike Award.
E-Bike Bluetooth Pedal Sensor.
2022 - 2025
Industrial Designer
Skarper
The Skarper Pedal Sensor is a bluetooth device that attaches to the bike’s crank, precisely measuring pedalling to tell the drive when and how much power to deliver.
The Challenge.
Although seemingly simple, the sensor faced strict constraints: it had to fit the tightest bike frames - so a minimal stack height, withstand all weather conditions, have simple intuitive interactions, all while tightly integrating all the electronic components.
Role & Impact.
I led concept development and design exploration before collaborating with the engineering team and manufacturer.
Patient controlled analgesia and sedation.
2021 - 2022
Industrial Designer
Inspired Ventilation
IDAS reimagines short medical procedures by giving patients direct control over their own pain relief and light sedation. At its core is a mask and handheld controller that deliver precise doses of inhaled sedative. Real-time patient feedback and smart monitoring algorithms adjust delivery to maintain comfort and safety. It enables safer outpatient care and reduces the need for general anaesthetic, along with its cost and complications.
Role.
The sole designer in a small startup, I led the development of the delivery mechanisms, industrial design, and prototyping.
Impact.
We moved from initial concept to a functional, productised proof-of-concept device within a year. The proof-of-concept device and IP generated secured a licensing deal with a global medical device manufacturer.
Along the way we won the Award for Innovation by the Association of Anaesthetists.
