Portfolio Archive - Tangent Design Group, Inc.

March 25, 2026

GRAND DESIGN LINEAGE SERIES M

GDRV Lineage Series M Award Winning Formula. Tangent recently partnered with Grand Design RV, a subsidiary of Winnebago Industries, to design and develop Grand Design’s first foray into the motorized market: The Lineage Series M. Built on the luxurious Mercedes Sprinter Platform, the Lineage Series M blends timeless styling, with modern graphics and clean exterior surfaces that are already winning industry awards.Tangent’s 20+ years of industry experience was exactly what Grand Design was looking for when it came to expanding into the motorized segment. Working with Grand Design’s engineering and marketing team, Tangent looked to create a new motorized line of Class-C RV’s that would take the industry by storm (spoiler alert, it did). Start Simple. Working closely with Grand Design’s development team, Tangent began sketching 2D concepts that would present a clean, timeless exterior design, which would eschew traditional RV graphics for a more contemporary look that incorporates linear elements or, at times,...

March 13, 2026

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CORTECH SAFEBIN

Cortech SafeBin Durable & Secure. Tangent and Cortech, a market leader in behavioral health furniture, recently partnered to develop the Cortech SafeBin, a unique disposal solution for behavioral health environments that combines industry leading safety features with durable roto-molded composite parts. Safety First. The Tangent design team faced a unique set of challenges with the development of the SafeBin, namely, how could we design a largely compact waste bin that still managed to secure the bag liner (a major safety hazard), while keeping the design user friendly and easy to clean?Tangent’s solution was to design a two-part roto molded tool, where the top shoot would both secure the bag liner, and provide adequate depth to the part, preventing users from accessing the bag or its contents. A co-molded lockable door allows for maintenance and bag access while keeping the unit secure, and a sloped and ribbed inner surface ensures rigidity and easy drainage during...

March 11, 2026

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BRINKLEY MODEL Z AIR

Brinkley Model Z Air Expanding the Brand. Tangent once again partnered with Elkhart based RV manufacturer Brinkley RV, to design and develop Brinkley’s latest travel trailer offering, the Brinkley Model Z Air. A Family Look. Incorporating styling from Brinkley’s 5th wheel offerings, especially the Tangent designed and developed Model Z, Tangent aimed to create a TT offering that maintained Brinkley’s high level of styling fidelity, fit and finish, all while giving it a family look. Light the Way. Working closely with Brinkley’s longtime lighting supplier, Tangent designed and developed a unique lighting signature that used Brinkley’s patented lens solution, while carrying over the core lighting profile of Brinkley’s larger 5th wheel offerings. This light signature helps elevate the Model Z Air in a crowded TT segment, by giving it the dynamic lighting typically found on more expensive 5th wheel offerings.The Brinkley Model Z Air is on sale now via Brinkley affiliate dealers....

March 11, 2026

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CORTECH SUMMIT SERIES

Cortech Summit Series Style Meets Safety. Tangent and Cortech, a market leader in behavioral health furniture, recently partnered to develop the Summit series, a complete furniture line that features a creative blend of residential styling and roto-molded safety for behavioral health and other secure settings. Veldura Soft. For this series of furniture, the Tangent team took inspiration from natural, organic forms, creating pieces with soft silhouettes, rounded edges and graceful, swooping lines. Unique to the Summit line is the use of the optional Veldura soft-touch finish, which gives each piece the tactile touch of velvet with the built-in durability of molded polyethylene. Multi-purpose. The Summit series’ organic, residential inspired design, allows for uses in settings such as patient rooms, group areas, day rooms and visitor spaces, while the soft forms assist uses in more therapeutic environments. The single piece, anti-ligature construction ensures safety, durability and ease of maintenance in any given setting.Tangent assisted Cortech in the...

March 10, 2026

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CORTECH SEQUOIA SERIES

Cortech Sequoia Series Molded Wood Grain & Material Magic Tangent and frequent collaborator Cortech recently partnered to develop Cortech’s latest line of behavioral health furniture, the 2025 Nightingale Award winning Sequoia series. Plastic strength. The Sequoia series is collection of molded wood grain behavioral health furniture that combines the durability of roto-molded plastic, with the warmth and dignity of traditional wooden furniture. Working closely with Crotech’s development team, and chosen suppliers, Tangent developed 2D concepts & 3D CAD models for a collection of bedroom pieces that would work in a variety of behavioral health settings. By using single piece molded polyethylene frames, each piece removes the necessary joints and exposed fasteners that come with more traditional furniture, reducing part complexity and the potential for misuse. Additionally, the molded plastic pieces aid in the ease of cleaning and upkeep, while maintaining a hygienic, ligature free environment. Wood Warmth. A Cortech first, the molded wood grain features of the Sequoia series bring a calming, human-centered element to any behavioral health setting. This unique addition allows the Sequoia series to blend therapeutic design...

March 10, 2026

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SHELBY AMERICAN 2026 SUPER SNAKE R

2026 Shelby Super Snake R Peak Performance. Tangent and frequent collaborator Shelby American Inc, recently teamed up to design and develop the most extreme Shelby product yet, the 2026 Shelby Super Snake R. Designed with the racetrack in mind, the Super Snake R builds on the impressive performance resume of the Super Snake, with the addition of an even wider rear fender and aero package. Embrace the Drama. Tangent’s goal with the 2026 Super Snake R was simple; embrace the new proportions. By emphasizing the new, even wider rear fenders, Tangent ensured the Super Snake R would wear its heightened functionality on its sleave. Adding additional wider wings that transition from the rear fender into the rocker panel worked to enhance the Super Snake R’s wide body appearance even more. Class A All the Way. Tangents deeply skilled modelers and designers worked closely with the Shelby team throughout the project, developing 2D sketches and 3D models...

March 10, 2026

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ENTEGRA EMBARK

Entegra Embark An Electric First. Tangent recently partnered with luxury coach builder Entegra Coach, to design and develop an industry first, the hybrid electric Entegra Embark. Working closely with the Entegra engineering team, and chassis builder Harbinger, Tangent developed front and rear caps and a wholly modern interior that reflect the Embarks giant leap into the future of mobility. Euro Style. Taking cues from European RV offerings, Tangent worked with Entegra to develop an exterior theme that conveyed the Embarks refined propulsion system, with bespoke accent lights, and bold graphics. Additional styling features include a raked back windshield for better aerodynamics and an automotive quality rear taillight assembly. Advanced Amenities. Working on Harbinger’s advanced electric chassis, Tangent focused on creating an IP that would embody the Embark’s future forward identity. Integrating numerous touch screens, switch panels and storage space, Tangent looked to create a clean and minimally invasive interior space that would match the coaches more...

March 10, 2026

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GODFREY SANPAN SERIES

Godfrey Sanpan Series Leading Legacy into the Future. Tangent and Godfrey Pontoon Boats, a subsidiary of Polaris, have teamed up to create a stylish and innovative design for the next generation Sanpan series. This latest iteration is already winning awards, including Boating Magazine’s 2025 Pontoon of the year.In an increasingly crowded and competitive market, the goal was clear: performance, innovation and quality would be needed in equal measure to make the Godfrey Sanpan series stand out. Visually Striking. Tangent and Godfrey began this project with a rigorous sketch blitz, exploring dozens of potential themes that carried the Sanpan’s visual language into the future. After down-selecting, Tangent and Godfrey developed three potential themes that each embodied a key characteristic of the Sanpan line: Innovative Performance, Contemporary Luxury, and Elevated Heritage.Further exploration and refinement led our respective teams to the design that, after several rounds, was the clear winner to be developed in 3D. Elevated Details. Part of...

March 10, 2026

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ZEUS Z-19 INTERIOR

ZEUS Z-19 Interior Designing Durability. Tangent recently partnered with electric vehicle startup Zeus Motors LLC, to design and develop the interior for Zeus’ first foray into the electric work truck market, the Zeus Z-19.Working closely with Zeus’ team of designers and engineers, Tangent developed the Z-19 interior from concept CAD all the way to tool ready production parts. Using Autodesk Alias, VRED, and VR, Tangent was able to create genuine class A surfaces, and full-scale digital models for rendering and ergonomic evaluation. Focus on Function. Tangent’s unique relationship with thermoforming suppliers, and its in-depth knowledge of the process was crucial in the development of the Z-19’s main dash surfaces. Given the vehicle’s initial low volume run, this manufacturing process provided Zeus with components that would be durable and stylish at relatively low costs compared to injection molding.Extra attention was paid to the Z-19’s many work surfaces. Given the industrial nature of the vehicle, Tangent...

March 9, 2026

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AVALON AURA

Avalon Aura Revolution Via Rotational Molding. The Avalon Aura represents a new first in the pontoon industry. Designed and developed in house by Tangent, the Aura is the world’s first rotationally molded modular pontoon.With over a decade of experience in the Marine Industry, Tangent and its talented design team went looking for new and innovative solutions to some of the Marine Industry’s most glaring problems. At the top of this list, was the development of a low cost, easy to assemble, entry level pontoon that was high on style and functionality. While innovations and massive improvements to quality were being made at the upper ends of the Pontoon market, lower end offerings continued to lack the creative design thinking necessary to add value to such an overlooked segment.Beginning as an internal, proprietary project, Tangent’s design team began creating concepts exploring several ways to style and assemble a low budget, modular pontoon. After...

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GRAND DESIGN LINEAGE SERIES M

CORTECH SAFEBIN

BRINKLEY MODEL Z AIR

CORTECH SUMMIT SERIES

CORTECH SEQUOIA SERIES

SHELBY AMERICAN 2026 SUPER SNAKE R

ENTEGRA EMBARK

GODFREY SANPAN SERIES

ZEUS Z-19 INTERIOR

AVALON AURA

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