March 1, 2008

Polarwear

posted by wes at 10:21 pm

This jacket concept mimics the technique polar bears use to capture heat from the sun to keep them warm in cold climates.

Translucent layers allow light from the sun in, but the heat does not escape, keeping the user warm all around.

Work done March 2008

Bent Ply Stool

posted by wes at 8:31 pm

At an attempt to expand on my woodworking techniques, I wanted to learn how the process of bending plywood.
// these form explorations informed the final result of the design
// early sketches during process
The final design incorporates several layers of high-quality veneer, which were formed in a vacuum bag.  Structure can be created through bending and laminating layers of ply, and with each layer added the piece is stronger.
Work done March – May 2008