Audi Locus Concept Design.

Yannis · 04-01-2007, 12:06 PM

The Locus concept was designed by Ugur Sahin.

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Tumbo · 04-07-2007, 04:16 PM

Check this one out:

(from Ugur Sahin) The name LOCUS means a condition that defines a continuous figure which is a curve.

The main characteristics of the design are the way its surface shapes are formed with a continuous flow from front until the back of the car. Inspiration for that was obviously the Mother Nature we deal with daily but somehow we usually do not realize that everything in the nature has somehow its specific curves and flowing lines it is very rarely to spot perfectly straight lines. The main goal was to implement this design aspect into a car which creates a relaxing, energetic, vibrant and confident feeling.

It is clear to see a curved sharp edged line that starts at the very front, flowing through the middle section, slightly curved down after the A pillar and then going back up again at the rear wheel arches to follow its way back until the diffuser. This same curve language is also applied to the greenhouse and the way windows are shaped. The front is somehow aggressive looking with the traditional AUDI grill and air intakes that are shaped very much like the headlights to create a coherent feeling. The rear section is obviously very organic with defined curves and subtle details, tail lights are designed to have integrated air outtakes underneath them to avoid any unnecessary details. With dual exhaust and fairly empty rear section, it creates a feeling of subtleness. Another feature is the air intake at the end of the roof which is designed to avoid any distracting design elements on the top of the car combining elegance with functionality.

Yannis · 04-07-2007, 05:05 PM

The new thread from Audiholic was merged with my older one.

Hypersonic · 04-07-2007, 11:36 PM

It's nice Yannis/Audiholic ...but nothing about it says AUDI to me -- except for the dominant shield grille.

Mirage77 · 04-08-2007, 12:11 AM

It hints some Gallardo at the shoulder line.

Hypersonic · 04-08-2007, 12:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mirage77

It hints some Gallardo at the shoulder line.

Yes I noticed that too -- I guess the curves are suggestive of the A5. But this looks more like Peugeot concept to me.

I hope Audi do not lose their integrity in the pursuit to win the hearts and minds of the American market.

Mirage77 · 04-08-2007, 01:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rob

Yes I noticed that too -- I guess the curves are suggestive of the A5. But this looks more like Peugeot concept to me.

I hope Audi do not lose their integrity in the pursuit to win the hearts and minds of the American market.

Likewise.

Do you feel that the A5 has started to lose Audi's 'integrity'? Sorry if it's OT... You can PM me if you want.

Yannis · 04-08-2007, 01:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rob

Yes I noticed that too -- I guess the curves are suggestive of the A5. But this looks more like Peugeot concept to me.

This is the work of an independent designer , not from Audi , so don't worry Rob.

BMW_Dude · 04-08-2007, 05:58 AM

This looks very nice, not very Audi, but I like the design a lot!

The Artist · 04-08-2007, 06:06 AM

Inspiration maybe.. ?? the name sounds the same

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Tumbo Contributor Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sweden Posts: 2,676 Thanks: 408 Thanked 298 Times in 144 Posts	2007 Audi Locus Concept Design by Ugur Sahin Check this one out: (from Ugur Sahin) The name LOCUS means a condition that defines a continuous figure which is a curve. The main characteristics of the design are the way its surface shapes are formed with a continuous flow from front until the back of the car. Inspiration for that was obviously the Mother Nature we deal with daily but somehow we usually do not realize that everything in the nature has somehow its specific curves and flowing lines it is very rarely to spot perfectly straight lines. The main goal was to implement this design aspect into a car which creates a relaxing, energetic, vibrant and confident feeling. It is clear to see a curved sharp edged line that starts at the very front, flowing through the middle section, slightly curved down after the A pillar and then going back up again at the rear wheel arches to follow its way back until the diffuser. This same curve language is also applied to the greenhouse and the way windows are shaped. The front is somehow aggressive looking with the traditional AUDI grill and air intakes that are shaped very much like the headlights to create a coherent feeling. The rear section is obviously very organic with defined curves and subtle details, tail lights are designed to have integrated air outtakes underneath them to avoid any unnecessary details. With dual exhaust and fairly empty rear section, it creates a feeling of subtleness. Another feature is the air intake at the end of the roof which is designed to avoid any distracting design elements on the top of the car combining elegance with functionality.

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