Mock Models and Looks-Like Prototypes

Some design questions can only be answered by holding the product. Size, weight, grip, and proportion often feel different in hand than they look on a screen. Mock models put a physical version of the design in front of your team and your users early, while changes are still easy. SGW builds mock models ranging from quick foam and printed forms to detailed looks-like models that represent the final appearance. We use them to evaluate form and ergonomics, compare concepts side by side, and gather feedback before investing in functional prototypes. For Tobi, SGW built an early mockup of a touchless hand sanitizing unit using custom components, then conducted UI and UX testing of its overall aesthetic and electronics. That testing gave the client insight into which features to include in the working prototype.