Friday, August 28, 2009

Esquisse Two: Understanding Form


















This project challenged me a little time wise as I am quite slow at cutting which meant that I did not finish the project in the designated class time. It also took me quite a few attempts to get it right once I took it home but I did find that by doing this I saw an improvement in the speed and neatness on my cuts. Saying this there are still a few uneven cuts on my latest model that could be improved.

I enjoy the challenge of working out the joining system as it offered a point of difference to the project. I tried two other joins but found this was most successful not only in holding the pyramid together but also in giving an even finish to the exterior. One problem I did find with this type of join is that it relies of the snugness of the joins to be effective. Opening and closing the pyramid just a few times resulted in a reduction to the tightness of each join and reduced the effectiveness of the hold resulting in a not so perfect pyramid.









Thursday, August 20, 2009

Esquisse One: Understanding Material



























I disliked cutting the 45 degree cuts immensely and it took me a several attempts to get something that looked even remotely acceptable. I did see a mild improvement towards the end of the class but I think much practice is needed. Saying this I did enjoy the class and had no problem with the other cutting types, the material was also very easy to work with.






Saturday, August 15, 2009

Be4U- Furniture Design History Project.



Shiro Kuramata & Ross Lovegrove














Robin Day and Eero Aarnio















Eileen Grey & Michael Thonet
















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