Top 5 Specifications, Top 5 Constraints

My project is a wooden dart board cabinet made of walnut, with a maple CU Buffalo latch, along with automatic lighting. Specifications: Doors swing completely open, closed, and fit flush…

Main Project Plans + Inspiration

I have a difficult time defining my own aesthetic, as it feels like a very fluid combination of several different concepts. If I were to narrow it down, I’d say…

Marc Newsom – Designer I Admire

Mark Newsom, a multi-disciplinary designer, is a designer who I greatly admire. Much of his furniture design appeals to me in its minimalistic design, often utilizing smooth, flowing lines and…

Upcycling Project: DonJulio 1942 Flower Lamp

My upcycling project involved upcycling a used Don Julio 1942 bottle and a stripped down lamp into a Flower Lamp. Unfortunately, some components, such as the copper sheet for the…

Upcycle Project Update – Don Julio 1942 Lamp

Up to this point, I have collected all materials necessary for my upcycle project, and am now working on final manufacturing processes and assembly. Unfortunately, I was unable to utilize…

Upcycle Aesthetic: Imitating Nature

For my Upcycle project, I am choosing to build a 3-bulb lamp using an upcycled liquor bottle. I am hoping to imitate flowers in a vase with my creation, embracing…

Aesthetics Exploration – Art Deco

Born out of the artistic style of 1920s and 30s, Art Deco is a sleek and streamlined (although certainly not minimalistic) aesthetic. Art Deco emphasizes both form and functionality, adding…