Alexander Hernacki

8 posts

Specifications and Constraints

March 22, 2023

Alexander Hernacki

2023, Post 8: Top 5 specifications, top 5 constraints 2023, Student Work

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In order to better understand my project I must consider the driving specifications and constraints that will be behind the design. In terms of specifications, I aim to have my piece protect the cards it encloses, fit easily in a backpack, appear like a blooming flower when actuating, be easily operable, and look exciting. In…

Consideration of Alternative Aesthetics

March 15, 2023

Alexander Hernacki

2023, Post 7: Main Project Aesthetics: Plans and Alternatives 2023, Student Work

In designing the aesthetic for my main dynamic project, I considered a wide range of potential aesthetics. These included minimalism and the arts and crafts aesthetic. Although I have opted not to make use of these aesthetics in my final product, considering the form of my project under different aesthetics has improved my understanding of…

Blossoming Lotus Deck Box, My Main Project Plans

March 8, 2023

Alexander Hernacki

2023, Post 6: Main Project plans and inspirations 2023, Student Work

For my main project, I plan to make a lotus blossom shaped deck box for Magic the Gathering Cards. The dynamic component of this project is that as the box opens, the flower blossoms to reveal the cards contained inside. This means that the outer housing of the box will be composed of multiple layers…

Jacob Alexander, A Designer I Admire

March 1, 2023

Alexander Hernacki

Post 5: What designer do you admire? 2023

A designer that I greatly admire is Jacob Alexander from the Input Club. He is most well known for aesthetic innovations outside of the visual realm in the world of mechanical keyboards and input devices. The creation of the Halo, and Hako line of keyboard switches was one of the first examples of intentionally designed…

Cybernetic Punk Soldering Table

February 21, 2023

Alexander Hernacki

2023, Post 4: Upcycle Design Report 2023, Student Work

For my up-cycling project I created a small soldering table. My up-cycling project aesthetic was Cybernetic Punk. It focuses on a hectic state of being terminally online, with motifs such as chaotic wires and cables, old computers, and confusing symbols and jargon. I choose this aesthetic for 2 main reasons. One is that I have…

Up-cycling Progress Report

February 15, 2023

Alexander Hernacki

Post 3: Upcycle progress report 2023

For my up-cycling project, a cybernetic punk soldering table. I have made good progress in design and material sourcing, but still have notable manufacturing time ahead of me. In terms of materials, I have all the required materials to complete my project. These consist of a large collection of aluminum cans, which must be cut…

Cybernetic Punk, My Up-cycling Aesthetic

February 8, 2023

Alexander Hernacki

Post 2: What is your Upcycling project aesthetic and why? 2023, Student Work

My up-cycling project aesthetic will be Cybernetic Punk. It focuses on a hectic state of being terminally online, with motifs such as chaotic wires and cables, old computers, and confusing symbols and jargon. I choose this aesthetic for 2 main reasons. One is that I have a host of old circuit boards, wires, and electronic…

Aesthetic Exploration – Utilitarian Design

February 1, 2023

Alexander Hernacki

2023, Post 1: Aesthetic Explorations 2023, Student Work

The utilitarian aesthetic is distinct and recognizable, but sometimes overlooked as an aesthetic decision. Since it emphasizes a focus on functionality over achieving specific aesthetic properties. Nonetheless, the usage of utilitarian philosophy in design produces distinct designs which can be evaluated aesthetically. The philosophy of Utilitarianism was first concretely defined in the early 19th century…