During some freelance work at a local production company, I explored different configurations, semantics, and ergonomic forms for a controller device.
Work done June – July 2008
June 1, 2008
Controller Concept
March 1, 2008
Polarwear
This jacket concept mimics the technique polar bears use to capture heat from the sun to keep them warm in cold climates.
Two translucent layers allow light from the sun in, but they trap the heat, which prevents it from escaping. This trapped heat is distributed around the wearer in a pocket of air between the jacket’s outer layers.
Work done March 2008.
Bent Ply Stool
Explorations with the vacuum forming process to bend several layers of plywood.
// early sketches during process
The stool I created using this technique incorporates several layers of high-quality birch veneer.
Structure can be created through bending and laminating layers of ply; with each added layer, the piece is stronger.
Work done March – May 2008
January 1, 2008
Shot Dropper
Celebrating a tradition growing in popularity, the Shot Dropper addresses the issues with ‘bomb style’ drinks (such as boilermakers and carbombs), allowing for a more enjoyable celebratory night out.
A small, acrylic shell filled with food-safe rubber holds a shot glass inside a pint glass, poised and ready for its descent. Simply applying a small amount of pressure with the tip of a finger releases the shot glass from the pint’s rim.
When you cheers with a friend, the vibration from the glasses clanking together will release the shots, thus timely mixing your drink for you.
This project was worked on January through March 2008 at The University of the Arts. Group members included Carson Sio, Adam Rusiski, Tim Peet, Ji Un, and I.
October 1, 2007
Segmented Planter
It’s sometimes difficult in a small, urban apartment to grow plants. Part of the problem is limited sunlight and space available to catch that light.
Segments within this planter rotate, allowing plants to capture sunlight, wherever it may be.
Made from recycled cardboard. Work done October – December 2007
