Walter Heidenfels

Walter Heidenfels (born 1961 in Tönisvorst, Germany) is a German industrial designer that is one of the key principles of TEAMS Design GmbH in Hamburg, Germany. He is known for his award winning work for many companies such as Schmersal and Busch-Jaeger. According to TEAMS GmbH, Walter has been instrumental in extending many long term relationships with companies such as Robert Bosch GmbH and Still Forklift (KION Group). He specializes in 3D CAD, such as Rhinoceros 3D, Pro/Engineer, SolidWorks and Unigraphics to bring his designs to life.

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History

Heidenfels studied industrial design at the University of Wuppertal in Germany. From 1998-2002 Walter and his associate partner, Danos Papadopoulos, ran an office called Wings of Design in Wuppertal. Heidenfels then opened the Hamburg office of TEAMS Design with Ulrich Warth in 2002. Today he continues to active contribute to the design culture at TEAMS. Heidenfels is also regularly asked to contribute articles and lecture at neighboring universities.[1][2]

Personal life

Heidenfels currently resides in Hamburg, Germany. He has been a member of the VDID since 1984.

Design awards

Heidenfels has collected over 10 awards during his career. Here are some of the awards:

1988

1992

1995

1996

1998
iF Awards

1998
Red Dot Design Award

2004
Red Dot Design Award

References

  1. ^ B Lecture announcement
  2. ^ Lekkerwerken Conference in Delft
  3. ^ Osaka Prefecture Prize
  4. ^ 1995 iF Award TES TAPPERT
  5. ^ 1996 iF Award
  6. ^ 1998 iF Award K.A. Schmersal
  7. ^ 1998 iF Award Hailo-Werk
  8. ^ 2004 Red Dot Busch-Jaeger

Publications

Patents

External links

• TEAMS Design