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THE MAKERS
Makers of INFINITI QX80
Discover how each maker was involved in the development of our luxury SUV, from the innovative aerodynamic car design to the iconic burgundy car interior.
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Creating Excellence: the Team Behind the QX80
Meet the people responsible for creating the visionary QX80 and explore how their approach to luxury SUV design draws upon science and nature.
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EP 1 – Antonio Lopez
The QX80’s Chief Product Specialist talks about how his understanding of people’s needs helps to create a better experience for both driver and passengers.
EP 2 - Tom Hu
Tom Hu, Interior Designer, talks about how striving to create something iconic led to the All-New QX80’s visionary cabin.
EP 3 - Megumi Mitsui
Megumi Mitsui, Color and Trim Designer, talks about how nature inspired the color of All-New QX80’s luxury interior.
EP 4 - Takuma Kadotani
Takuma Kadotani, Aerodynamics Engineer, talks about how science and design work together to create the All-New QX80’s sleek exterior.
EP 5 - Naomichi Ide
Naomichi Ide, the All-New QX80’s Lighting Designer, talks about how he created welcoming lighting that anticipates your needs.
EP 6 - Hiroyuki Sakurai
Hiroyuki Sakurai, INFINITI designer, talks about his role in shaping the brand’s visual identity and designing the car dealerships.
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Design Philosophies in Focus
Throughout The Makers series, we teamed each episode with the INFINITI vehicle we believe reflects the same design philosophies we so admire in our subjects’ work.
QX80
Explore INFINITI's flagship luxury SUV. Powerful and sophisticated, it offers unrestrained hospitality for up to eight people.
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