Rio Products

Rio Products

Project Overview

Rio Products is a self-initiated sustainable packaging concept exploring how disposable retail materials could become reusable storage, instructional content, and durable product accessories. The system connects rod tubes, fly boxes, line packaging, tags, and supporting materials through a shared geometric language and one clear goal: extending usefulness beyond the point of purchase.

Project Type

Sustainable Packaging Concept

Role

Art Director & Product Concept Designer

Industry

Outdoor Recreation

Scope of Work

Packaging, Identity & Information Design

Project Overview

Rio Products is a self-initiated sustainable packaging concept exploring how disposable retail materials could become reusable storage, instructional content, and durable product accessories. The system connects rod tubes, fly boxes, line packaging, tags, and supporting materials through a shared geometric language and one clear goal: extending usefulness beyond the point of purchase.

Project Type

Sustainable Packaging Concept

Role

Art Director & Product Concept Designer

Industry

Outdoor Recreation

Scope of Work

Packaging, Identity & Information Design

Strategic Approach

Strategic Approach

Extending Rio’s conservation-minded identity through reusable packaging designed for storage, instruction, and continued use.

Rio’s hexagonal identity is translated into wooden rod tubes and fly boxes designed for long-term use. The paper fly-line sleeve unfolds into a location map and knot-tying guide, while cork tags and natural materials reinforce the outdoor context. Each component is given a second function, extending its usefulness and making the packaging part of the product experience.

The Outcome

The Outcome

A reusable packaging ecosystem that makes storage, instruction, and brand experience part of the product itself.

The project demonstrates how packaging can remain useful after purchase rather than function as a temporary shell. Reusable storage, educational graphics, and material restraint create a more durable, brand-consistent system while supporting a clear waste-reduction objective.

Inquiries

Get in touch.

Contact.

Recruiting a design leader or developing a complex product, platform, or brand system? Let’s discuss the challenge, team, and desired outcome.

Availability.

Open to remote design leadership roles and selected product, commerce, and brand engagements across US and European markets.

Location.

Based in Hannover, Germany (CEST), with dual US and EU citizenship and the ability to work across both regions.

Inquiries

Get in touch.

Contact.

Recruiting a design leader or developing a complex product, platform, or brand system? Let’s discuss the challenge, team, and desired outcome.

Availability.

Open to remote design leadership roles and selected product, commerce, and brand engagements across US and European markets.

Location.

Based in Hannover, Germany (CEST), with dual US and EU citizenship and the ability to work across both regions.

Inquiries

Get in touch.

Contact.

Recruiting a design leader or developing a complex product, platform, or brand system? Let’s discuss the challenge, team, and desired outcome.

Availability.

Open to remote design leadership roles and selected product, commerce, and brand engagements across US and European markets.

Location.

Based in Hannover, Germany (CEST), with dual US and EU citizenship and the ability to work across both regions.