ecobee3 Lite
Smart thermostat design requiring high-complexity injection-molded plastics, glass, PCB, gaskets, and creative assembly methods including traditional fasteners, adhesives, molded-in features, and custom coatings
Beautiful Usability
Highly cosmetic surfaces blend seamlessly with easy-to-install features while reducing cost from previous versions
Involvement
High industrial design interaction, extensive usability prototyping, and full CAD development (SWX) of all parts; PCB layouts and iteration with developer; DFM reviews with manufacturer
Served as engineering/technical lead
Outcome
Product on the market, patents issued, Amazon 4.5 stars with over 11,500 reviews

ecobee3 lite front
Full Mechanical CAD Development

Rear Housing

Assembly Details

Mounting Interface

Ergonomic Touchpoints

Assembly Prototype

Usability Prototypes