Rose S2
Rose S2
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The Rose S2 is a one-of-a-kind steam-powered concept car inspired by the bold experimental vehicles of 1930s and 1940s Germany. Designed as a modern tribute to analog innovation, it blends the drama of a six-wheeled layout with the elegance of mechanical simplicity. Featuring a mid-mounted boiler, exposed dual crankshafts, and a central driving position, the S2 channels its steam power to four of its six rear wheels. Though not built for extreme performance, it embodies the brand’s dedication to mechanical purity, individuality, and the belief that speed and analog design can still coexist in the modern age. A true statement piece, the Rose S2 stands as both a sculptural and functional expression of the brand’s philosophy.
The Rose S2 is a one-of-a-kind steam-powered concept car inspired by the bold experimental vehicles of 1930s and 1940s Germany. Designed as a modern tribute to analog innovation, it blends the drama of a six-wheeled layout with the elegance of mechanical simplicity. Featuring a mid-mounted boiler, exposed dual crankshafts, and a central driving position, the S2 channels its steam power to four of its six rear wheels. Though not built for extreme performance, it embodies the brand’s dedication to mechanical purity, individuality, and the belief that speed and analog design can still coexist in the modern age. A true statement piece, the Rose S2 stands as both a sculptural and functional expression of the brand’s philosophy.
MY THINKING
The goal with the Rose S2 was to make it feel like a race car that could have existed in an alternate version of history. I drew inspiration from Formula 1 cars but blended it with the character of early steam-powered machinery to create a unique personality. Much of my focus was on the aerodynamic shapes and how each line could suggest motion and speed. At the same time, I wanted the design to have its own identity, so it wouldn’t feel like a copy of something that already exists.
DETAILS
Here you can clearly see the double piston design, made with pinpoint accuracy on how real steam engines work, making art out of practicality.
TOOLS: Autodesk Fusion
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