Post 10: Progress

The first, and largest hump of the project was the acquiring of the materials. Before I could simply get the materials I had to understand what I needed. I decided to go to McGuckins and speak to some people who understood electricity, as this is my first project that will use AC voltage. I did…

Design Preview; Industrial Lamp

Materials: Reclaimed wood from my barn, several pieces of industrial grade metal piping, a cube Edison bulb, some wires for the electric, a dimmer, some brass, a custom molded guitar knob, Shellac, dark metal spray paint, some shrink wrap, hot glue, and solder. Inspiration; For the longest time I have been slowly collecting, but mostly…

Industrial Planter

To be honest I really did not have any inspiration when creating this project. Most of my projects revolve around making my room cozy, and implementing things that I need or would like in my room. I think one of the enjoyments of the industrial aesthetic is that it is all about reclaiming old pieces…

Industrial Aesthetic

The Industrial aesthetic, also known as Industrial design, emerged during the late 19th and early 20th centuries in response to the rapid industrialization and technological advancements of the time. This aesthetic is closely tied to the rise of industrial capitalism and the shift from agrarian economies to manufacturing-based societies. The movement originated in Europe and…