Faculty of Design

Industrial Design

Victor Kosic

Velocity Repair

Redefining Repair: The Economic and Environmental Promise of Velocity Repair"Velocity Repair" transcends traditional repair methods by connecting consumers with local makers and repair experts through an intuitive app, promoting sustainable practices. This platform empowers individuals to extend the life of their belongings, significantly reducing environmental impact by offering an alternative to disposability.The Insights and Impacts Behind Velocity Repair:"Velocity Repair" integrates community-driven solutions with technological innovation to address the urgent need for sustainability in consumer habits. Unlike conventional repair services, it harnesses the collective capabilities of open-source databases and a robust maker community, facilitating not just repairs but an environmental ethos. The app’s design simplifies the repair process, making it accessible and engaging, ensuring that users can easily navigate through options to rejuvenate their products. By doing so, it challenges the throwaway culture, offering a platform where repair becomes the first choice. This project exemplifies OCAD University's commitment to pioneering design solutions that advocate for a circular economy and foster a significant shift in product lifecycle management.To see the app in Figma, please scan the QR at the bottom of the page!For a detailed overview of the entire process—from the initial concept and research, through ideation and prototyping, to testing and the final product—please see the attached process book or visit the portfolio website provided in the links below!

“It's not just a repair service; it's a comprehensive, community-driven ecosystem aimed at bringing a paradigm shift in how we approach product life cycles.​”