Final Stretch Progress: Belt/Tie Rack

This passed week, I set aside some time to talk to employees in the Makerspace about my project. During this meeting I was able to finalize my design and determine…

Construction Timeline

In order to complete my project by April 17th (I think that’s the due date) I will need to do some light machining. 4/7: Obtain all final parts. The only…

20th Century Design Influence

The main aesthetic movement that has influenced the design of my final project is organic movement. I am planning on using both the shapes and curves used in this movement,…

Design Review: Tie/Belt Rack

For my tie and belt rack, I’ve chosen to use mostly wood in order to adhere to my Organic aesthetic. The spin wheel will be made from a section of…

Main Project: Top 5 Constraints and Aesthetic

For my main project I’ve decided to go with a tie/belt rack similar to the one shown above. Below are the following constraints that I’ve outlined for the project. Aesthetic:…

Main Project Inspirations: Tie and Belt Rack

After juggling a few different ideas for my final project, I think I’ve settled on building a custom tie and belt rack. I knew that I wanted to create something…

Skill Sets and Aspirations

Hey everyone, my name is Connor Swanson. I’m a senior here at CU and I’ll be graduating this May with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a certificate in Engineering…

Upcycle Final Report: Guitar

For my upcycle project, I decided to make a miniature acoustic guitar. I don’t play guitar (not very well at least) but I’ve always found them to be very well…

Design Loop Reality: Guitar Prototypes

For my upcycle project I am building a miniature guitar out various kinds of cardboard, paper, and even some floss. While the main goal is to make the guitar look…

Upcycle Progress – Cardboard Guitar

For my epicycle project, I’ve decided to make a miniature acoustic guitar. I don’t play guitar (not very well at least) but I’ve always found them to be very well…

Aesthetics Explorations: Camera

While brainstorming for an interesting aesthetic exploration topic, I began to realize that the very thing we use to capture the aesthetics in our everyday lives is an aesthetic in itself.…