Concept car in dramatic showroom lighting
Automotive Design Portfolio

Out of
the Box

Specializing in exterior, interior, transportation systems, and modification design — where engineering precision meets artistic vision.

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Design
Disciplines

Exterior Design
01
Surface & Form Language

Exterior Design

Sculpting the visual identity of vehicles through aerodynamic surfaces, character lines, and proportion studies. Every curve tells a story of speed, elegance, and purpose.

Surface ModelingAerodynamicsProportionClay Modeling
Interior Design
02
Cockpit & Experience

Interior Design

Crafting immersive driver and passenger experiences through ergonomic layouts, premium material selection, and intuitive interface design that blends luxury with functionality.

UX/UIErgonomicsMaterialsAmbient Lighting
Transportation Systems
03
Mobility & Infrastructure

Transportation Systems

Envisioning the future of urban mobility through autonomous vehicle concepts, public transit systems, and sustainable transportation infrastructure that reshapes how cities move.

AutonomousUrban MobilitySustainabilityInfrastructure
Modification Design
04
Performance & Personalization

Modification Design

Transforming production vehicles into bespoke performance machines through aerodynamic body kits, custom interiors, and precision-engineered modifications that push boundaries.

Body KitsAero PackagesCustom BuildsPerformance
Visualization
05
Photorealistic Rendering & Animation

Visualization

Bringing automotive concepts to life through photorealistic CGI renders, cinematic animations, and immersive virtual studio setups. From studio lighting rigs to dynamic turntable sequences — every pixel crafted to sell the vision.

CGI RenderingAnimationVirtual StudioRay Tracing
3D Modelling
06
Digital Sculpture & Surface Engineering

3D Modelling

Translating design intent into precise digital surfaces using Class-A surfacing techniques. From initial polygon meshes to production-ready NURBS models — bridging the gap between creative vision and engineering reality.

NURBS SurfacingPolygon ModelingCADDigital Sculpting
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About

Tao Wen

With over eight years of experience in automotive design, I bring a multidisciplinary approach that bridges the gap between artistic vision and engineering reality.

My journey began in traditional clay modeling studios and evolved through digital sculpting, VR prototyping, and parametric design. I've contributed to concept vehicles for leading manufacturers and independent design houses, always pushing the boundaries of what's possible in automotive form.

I believe that great car design is not just about aesthetics — it's about creating an emotional connection between machine and human. Every line, every surface, every proportion must serve both function and feeling.

Software & Tools

Alias AutoStudio
CATIA / SolidWorks
Blender / KeyShot
Adobe Creative Suite
Clay Modeling
VR Prototyping
"Out of the box."
— Design Philosophy
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Methodology

Design
Process

01

Research & Ideation

Market analysis, trend forecasting, and competitive benchmarking to establish design direction and user needs.

02

Sketch & Concept

Rapid ideation through hand sketches, digital illustrations, and mood boards to explore form language possibilities.

03

3D Development

Digital sculpting in Alias and Blender, creating precise surface models that capture design intent with engineering feasibility.

04

Visualization

Photorealistic rendering, animation, and immersive VR walkthroughs that bring concepts to life for stakeholder review and presentation.

05

Engineering Integration

Collaborating with engineering teams to ensure design feasibility while maintaining aesthetic integrity through Class-A surfacing.

06

Final Delivery

Production-ready design packages including surface data, material specifications, and comprehensive design documentation.

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Get In Touch

Let's Create
Together

Whether you're looking for a full vehicle design, a concept exploration, or a modification project — I'd love to hear about your vision.

Phone
+1 (313) 230-8363
Studio
Detroit, Michigan