Sara Palandeng – Aesthetics of Design

An update on my project. By this time, I have completed all of the re-design for my new main project idea. The plan for the next two weeks is to purchase material, start cutting out the panels for my design, and assemble! With senior design at hand as well, it’s been a tough time for…

Construction Timeline: Lampu

May 10, 2017

Since this blogpost is late, I am going to highlight the actual timeline of this project: March 27th – March 31st – Test plywood cuts on laser cutter April 1st – April 3rd – Brainstorm and Re-design April 17th – 20th – Manufacturing (cut pieces to size, machine the insert and assemble) April 22nd –…

Final Project Final Report 2017 Part 2: Lampu

May 10, 2017

Reflecting upon my project, I am mostly pleased with what I did, considering the re-design and also the poor timing with senior design. I definitely wanted to make something I would proudly put in my room. As I had mentioned in my presentation to my pod, I have a strong tie to furniture/furnishings I put…

Main Project Final Report Part 1: Lampu

May 10, 2017

For my final project, I decided to make a bedside lamp with an integrated drawer. I originally had the idea of making a dynamic lamp/storage unit that rotates about a metal post: However, after doing some test cuts over spring break, I realized that the time it would take in order to cut all the…

Top 5 Constraints: Lampu

May 10, 2017

For my final project, I planned on making a lamp/storage unit for my jewelry that rotates about a post for customizability. These are the top 5 constraints I had with that initial design: Laser Cutting time – in order to cut plywood, I need to use the BTU lab’s laser cutter which are scheduled and…

Main Project Presentation: Bedside Storage Lamp

May 3, 2017

Student Work

In-Class Presentation Below:

Design Review: Bedside Light & Storage

March 17, 2017

Student Work

For my main project, I have decided to make a customizable bedside lamp that also doubles as storage for small items you would normally keep by your bed, such as jewelry or glasses, etc. The inspiration behind this project came from (again) my love of furniture. I originally wanted to make a customizable shelving unit…

Main Project Inspiration: Collapsible Furniture

March 1, 2017

Student Work

When I began brainstorming ideas for the main project, the dynamic requirement had me stuck. My immediate thought was that I would have to integrate some sort of motor or complex mechanism that would make my project dynamic. So I googled the definition, which brought me to the following: “characterized by constant change, activity, or…

Skill Sets & Personal Aspirations

February 22, 2017

Being both in the ME program as well as the TAM program here at CU, I have acquired a very strange combination of skills ranging from technical/analytical skills associated with engineering to skills in the arts with TAM. In the very beginning of this class, we were asked what we would identify as. Despite having…

Upcycle Final Report: Hanging Planters

February 13, 2017

Inspiration: Final:

Design Loop Reality: Hanging Planters

February 12, 2017

I think my engineering mentality has led me to believe that the best way to start something is to think linearly. But things never ever end up the way I planned it, so I really should learn from my mistakes. Nevertheless, I started this Upcycle project with a linear design process. From choosing materials, to…

Upcycle Progress: Hanging Planters

February 6, 2017

For the Upcycle project, I have decided to utilize the empty glass bottles and produce bags I have lying around my apartment. My idea is to make hanging planters to house my air plants so they can be hung from the ceiling by the window and get plenty of sunlight. I was inspired by current designs…

Aesthetic Exploration: Clean and Minimal

January 25, 2017