looking at the design in context...
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Branding!
Upon looking at branding my original thought was to use the full saloni symbol however I like the look of it without the red box as there are already so many angular lines going on in the piece that it sort of got lost. I therefore took the red box around the logo out and placed the "isaloni" across the chair. The visual affect seems to work quite nicely and gives is a more unique and funky look. I also looked into further branding options such as using the recycling symbol across the top of the seat. I like the visual appeal of this logo adn it works well seeing as how the xanita board itself is a sustainable option. The fact that the chair is built with no fixings or adhesives means it is 100% recyclable as well.
models, models, models. so many models!
Just a snapshot of some of the models created for this class. These ones are most of the models and prototypes I created while designing my chair! I can't wait to be able to walk in my room again! :)
Final Mock Up
The final prototype has worked out manyof the original kinks, however there are a few areas where if I had more time and a third piece of xanita I would love to work out. Overall though i am pleased with the results. The piece is strong and sturdy, and the joints are all hidden keeping teh clean line that I was going for.
Locking System Revisited
The locking system on the first xanita mock up did not work out as I had hoped. I sat down with my sketch pad and came up with a concept which I then worked out in xanita. This is what I ended up with. I think it works well to conceal the joint on the inside corners and creates a nice finish on the exterior.
Mock Up 2!
Testing the structure and locking system in xanita. This did not go as hoped but did prove useful.
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Friday, October 23, 2009
Monday, October 12, 2009
easy as 1,2,3
A little video of how simple the third chair is to make. Of course the final design would have no tape holding it together, but for this purpose it worked just fine.
Ideation of Design pt 3
The final design was inspired by a design I saw in my research and is an adaptation of the design. I have not developed this very far yet but am looking to do so in the following week. This design is simple to put together, and cut out. It folds flat, and in just seconds can pop up to become a chair, which is great to be able to take to lectures or move around quickly.
Ideation of Designs pt 2
My first new design I came up with started with two pyramids stacked on top of one another and then turned into the reverse profile of this design. I found the more gemstone-like design to be more interesting and responds better to the human form. I like the look of the recycling symbol on the little model as well, perhaps this could become some sort of branding.
More Ideation Exercises
This week I went back and looked at my designs from the previous week and decided to start again. The only design I kept was the third design from last week as I liked the look of the side profile. For this piece I tried to create a more 3D piece rather than the 2D extruded look it had previous. To do this I pulled in the sides following the shape of a seated person and created a tapered seat. The design still requires work but the shape is starting to get a little more interesting.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Thursday, September 24, 2009
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