Sci-fi 'box' concept!

When I say 'sci-fi box' I mean a sci-fi asset. Basically, an artifact that fits the science fiction theme and that could be used as a prop in a movie of the same theme/genre.

One of the things I like about working with this type of project (props) is that I get to think about the story as I design the object. We are dealing with a sci-fi theme, so the possibilities and endless... However, I like to keep the idea grounded in reality so that the story itself can inform the design of the asset.  

Here is a quick sketch I did over the render of a very basic blockout: