A framework for future design and research was initially developed through mind mapping and preliminary research. The critical aspects to the project that need to be understood were discovered to be users, environments, and materials. For users a clear assessment of users functional needs that a power tool could solve and their experience with tools and construction. Learning about available supplies and requirements of rural developing environments is needed. Materials available to be manufactured and sourced for are also to be understood.

Through research specific needs were found for the project. A successful tool system should be easy to adapt and modify, as the specific needs and requirements of a rural developing areas are difficult to define. The tool and materials used to create it should be reliable and robust utilizing straightforward mechanics to reduce complications. Having parts that can be manufactured in the region allows users to have more ownership of a locally built tool and easier repairs. Fuel to power must be locally sourced to where it is used as well.

Once more accurate dimensions and visual language were determined white models were developed to understand how the new information can come together in a final form / product. The white models where evaluated based on the proposed design language and product needs, mainly ease of manufacturing and adaptability.

Initial research was done as a group (2015 MID students) to gain an in-depth understanding of aspects related to working and school atmospheres in the society, health concerns and benefits resulting from sedentary and active lifestyles, the history and a competitive analysis of current solutions with regard to work and school environments. As well as cultural research around the society and environment that facilitates a sedentary lifestyle, both locally and internationally.

After conducting thorough research into the health consequences, user groups, history, and culture surrounding sedentary lifestyles at work opportunity gaps for improvement were discovered.

Inspiration for the design was found through a variety of sources, from environments to users, from art to technology. These inspirations help to form the direction for the objects personality, form, details, colors, martial, and culminating in an overall design language that can be applied to all aspects surrounding the product, from marketing and packaging, to presentations and future products.