Onyx Spike Guard


Design Brief —Premium Spike Guard

The objective is to design the next-generation version of the Goldmedal's existing "I-Strip High-Grade Extension Board" product lineup, improving performance, aesthetics, and user experience while maintaining brand identity and manufacturing feasibility.

The new design should retain the recognizable brand DNA and visual identity of the current lineup while evolving the form, materials, and functionality.

The new design should retain the recognizable brand DNA and visual identity of the current lineup while evolving the form, materials, and functionality.

Goldmedal I-Strip spike guard

Design Analysis

The existing I-Strip Extension board design offers, a long elongated rectangular form with soft radii edges and low profile height. Along with the an LED strips running on two sides providing uniform indication of power.
The overall simplicity in design and stability needed to be translated well for the next-gen product. Thus, breaking down elements of form to understand and translate essentials into new form that feels cohesive and clean.

Inspiration Board
Ideation

Based on the project brief, the ideation phase focused on developing a form language that aligns with the brand’s existing product lineup while introducing a refined visual identity. A key design challenge was seamlessly integrating the LED indicators—an essential functional element—alongside the precise placement of sockets and USB ports without disrupting the overall visual balance. To achieve this, the design maintained an elongated and slim profile, with explorations centered around soft, rounded geometries and smooth transitional surfaces that create a cohesive and approachable aesthetic.

Product

Launch: Feb 2026

Contact

jain.dikshant4@gmail.com