zy 2017 – Aesthetics of Design

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

Why and what next? As of now the project is not completely finished. I intend on adding some pictures to the side of the box to make it even more person. I think that I may incorporate a picture frame into the sides of the box so that photographs can be swapped out depending on…

Main Project Final Stretch Progress: Lampu

May 10, 2017

Main Project Final Stretch Progress 2017, Student Work, zy 2017

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

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…

Final Report 2: Saxophone

May 10, 2017

Jake Silverman

Throughout this semester I had a goal of making a woodwind instrument in this class. My upcycle project had the functionality that I wanted but lacked an aesthetic. I decided to change this and improve on it with iterations throughout the semester to achieve a functional product that also looked good. I put a lot…

Construction Timeline: Lampu

May 10, 2017

Construction Timeline 2017, Student Work, zy 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 Report 1: Saxaphone

May 10, 2017

Jake Silverman

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 1, Student Work, zy 2017

For my final project I set out to make a woodwind instrument modeled after an alto saxophone. I started this idea with my up cycle project at the beginning of the semester and I was very pleased with how it came out. I made it out of PVC pipe and was able to make it…

Final Project Final Report 2017 Part 2: Lampu

May 10, 2017

Aesthetic Explorations 2017, Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 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 Report Part 1 Lockbox

May 10, 2017

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 1, Student Work, zy 2017

For my final project I decided to make a lock box for my girlfriend Eve who is currently studying abroad in Argentina. On Valentine’s Day before she left I gave her this key and a lock and told her that I will have this box filled with everything that she missed out on in her…

Main Project Final Report Part 1: Lampu

May 10, 2017

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 1, Student Work, zy 2017

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 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…

Model Boat Project: Part 2

May 10, 2017

Ryan Forsyth

The model boat did not come out exactly as I wanted it to, but that leaves a lot of room for improvement! The next step I envision for this project is a more high-quality boat, first and foremost. I will research building waterproof, CG (center of gravity) accurate boats this summer and hopefully get started…

Top 5 Constraints: Lampu

May 10, 2017

Student Work, Top 5 Constraints 2017, zy 2017

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 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…

Final Project Report Pt. 2

May 10, 2017

Jeremy Parsons

Project Vision To begin, I would like to reiterate my vision for this design project. My goal was to create a handmade rod that could balance the “naturalist” aesthetic with functional requirements. In the end, I wanted to fabricate a rod that I could marvel at the visual and reliably go use on the…

Main Project Report Part 2: Snowboard Cup Holder

May 10, 2017

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

What a semester it has been! I am extremely impressed with how my final project turned out and I am looking forward to seeing it in action. In every project, there could always be improvements, and I certainly have a few in mine. To begin, when I tried to add the streamers to the side…

Main Project Final Report Part 2: Pencil Holder

May 10, 2017

Hunter Miller

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

Overall I am pleased with how the project turned out. I think there is still a lot of room for improvement. Over the course of the manufacturing process I actually changed the design a bit to make it easier to manufacture so it was a very fluid design. Lots of opportunities to adjust the…

Lock box presentation

May 10, 2017

Main Project Presentation 2017, Student Work, zy 2017

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B22MVSuq3G3obUFzS19uR2pkM1U

Main Project Final Report Part 1: Pencil Holder

May 10, 2017

Hunter Miller

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 1, Student Work, zy 2017

For my project, it was born out of necessity. I needed a way to stay organized on my desk at home or work. I started to think of the best way to do this. For this class it isnt about coming up with something that is new and revolutionary necessarily. It is more about how…

Main Project Presentation: Pencil Holder

May 10, 2017

Hunter Miller

Main Project Presentation 2017, Student Work, zy 2017

Here is the link to the video: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9q7H-kzLh1pOVZVRndVVnJ6bE0

Main Project Report Part 1: Snowboard Cup Holder

May 10, 2017

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 1, Student Work, zy 2017

For my final project, I made a cup holder for my snowboard. I chose this project because snowboarding is something I love to do, and this product would enhance my overall snowboarding experience. I started with concept sketches to try to flush out what aesthetic I was going to use. Below are some concept sketches,…

Aesthetic Exploration: Guitars

May 10, 2017

Aesthetic Explorations 2017, Student Work, zy 2017

I have chosen to explore the aesthetics behind different types of guitars around the world. There are many shapes and sizes out there and each has their own aesthetic appeal associated with each type. The first design is the steel string acoustic guitar. It’s a design that produces a more metallic sound due to its…

Final Presentation Post: Origami Pop-Up Book

May 10, 2017

Morgan Ulrich

Main Project Presentation 2017, Student Work, zy 2017

Main Project Final Stretch Progress: Snowboard Cup Holder

May 10, 2017

Main Project Final Stretch Progress 2017, Student Work, zy 2017

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

As of April 11th, I have received all of the materials required to make my snowboard cup holder. I received screws to attach the cup holder to my board and a toothbrush holder that will serve as the cup holder. I can now begin to modify the materials I have to fit my board as…

Final Report Part 2: Origami Pop-Up Diary

May 10, 2017

Morgan Ulrich

How did my original project intent translate to the final project… Overall, I am pleased with my pop-up book. The scenes are what I expected them to be and have as much detail as I had planned. It is a bit different from what I initially intended. I wasn’t sure how I was going to…

Construction Timeline: Snowboard Cup Holder

May 10, 2017

Construction Timeline 2017, Student Work, zy 2017

With my idea finalized, I can begin the final construction. First, I will order the materials. Second, I will modify the cup holder to attach to my snowboard. Third, I will add features to the cup holder to enhance it’s functionality and aesthetic. Below is a construction timeline that I believe will help me towards…

20th Century Design Movements: Snowboard Cup Holder

May 10, 2017

Project aesthetics compared to 20th Century design movements (2017), Student Work, zy 2017

For my final design, I am pretty set on an final aesthetic, but I created additional ones in case I change my mind. Overall, I want to have streamers or some kind of material that would attach to the sides of the cup holder making it look as if they are flapping in the wind…

Main Project Report 2017 Part 2: Windmill

May 10, 2017

Jack Wheeler

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

In the end, I would say that I am very happy with how my windmill turned out. I thought the finished item really looked authentic and matched the countryside aesthetic I was going for. As I mentioned in a previous post, my main inspiration for this project was an old windmill that I used to…

Upcycle: Corian box

May 10, 2017

Student Work, Upcycle Final Report 2017, zy 2017

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

For my upcycle project I chose to make a box for myself made completely of this material called Corian. This is a solid surface material primarily used for making countertops and windowsills. My inspiration came from working with my dad a couple of summers ago. My dad works at a company called American installations where…

Shipping Pallet Garden: Final Report Part 2

May 10, 2017

Sofi Leroux

How did my expectation differ from reality… Ultimately, I am really happy with my standing garden! I think it looks great and I put a lot of work into it. Regardless, it is definitely different than I expected it to look. Originally, I planned to reuse two old discarded wooden shipping pallets and fix them…

Main Project Report: Part 1

May 10, 2017

Jimmy Speedy

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 1, Student Work, zy 2017

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

My main project for this class was an antique jewelry box I made for a mothers day gift. Design Phase: The design phase for this project was well planned out and though through before any materials were bought. Multiple different CAD drawings were created on SolidWorks to ensure I knew what kind of box I…

Main Project Report: Part 2

May 10, 2017

Jimmy Speedy

First I will answer the question why? Why did I pick a jewelry box? With mother’s day coming up so quickly, I wanted to have something I could give my mom. She always liked it when I made her things myself, so I figured this the perfect opportunity to make something for her that I could…

YAYA Final Report #2

May 9, 2017

Levi Caffes

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

Changes to Current Design There’s a decent amount that I would like to change about the current design of the backpack. For starters I would like to do a lot more research on shoulder strap design as the ones I have right now or not very comfortable and they are separated too far apart on…

Main Project Report 2017 Part 1: Origami PopUp Book

May 9, 2017

Morgan Ulrich

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 1, Student Work, zy 2017

In my WRTG 3035 class last semester, my professor arranged for the class to visit Norlin Library’s Special Collections & Archives. On display were handmade books from as early as the 16th century. There were Da Vinci sketches in giant leather bound book and small artisan books from the modern era. I wanted to make…

Main Project Report Part 1: Steampunk Clock

May 9, 2017

Marcus Gurule

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 1, Student Work, zy 2017

For my final project I wanted to recreate a clock that I have seen before, I didnt want to make a 1 to 1 replica of the clock, I wanted to do it differently. The clock that I was drawing inspiration from is as shown below: This clock is very nice and has a…

Main Project Report Part 2: Rustic Ski Table

May 9, 2017

Branden Goldenberg

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 1, Student Work, zy 2017

The Future of the Ski Table by: Branden Goldenberg Now that the semester is over and I have a little more time to put into this product, I will apply a few more layers of the stain and maybe even a clear coat to insure longevity of its dark color. It would be a shame…

Main Project Report Part 1: Rustic Ski Table

May 9, 2017

Branden Goldenberg

Ski Table by: Branden Goldenberg At the start of the semester, this final project was assigned to the Aesthetics of Design class. Students were informed that there would be a very open ended design project due at the end of the semester with only one requirement, it has to be dynamic. Immediately I had the thought…

Main Project Final Report Part 2: Heart Rate LED Monitor

May 8, 2017

Shohei Hara

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

Now that the project is over, I can relax and reflect on the semester and the two projects from this class. After seeing many great projects from other students, I have been enthusiastic about creating something similar myself. I think I am happy with how my project turned out, and I will put that to…

Main Project Report Part 2: Trebuchet

May 8, 2017

Gautham Govindarajan

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

Why? The ‘why’ question for my project can be classified into two different aspects – 1. Why did I choose to make a trebuchet? and 2. Why did choose the aesthetic I decided to go with for the trebuchet? I’ll address both the questions in the following passages of this report. Why a Trebuchet? My…

Final Report Part II: Zoetrope

May 8, 2017

Ridhvik Gopal

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017

Overall, I think my project came out pretty well. I was able to successfully iterate through many designs and finalize on the one I like the most, which was also the most simple. Initially, I went with a boxed design (where the cylindrical zoetrope would sit over a box) and have a motorized function to…

Main Project Report Part 1: Trebuchet

May 8, 2017

Gautham Govindarajan

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 1, Student Work, zy 2017

This post gives a brief outline of what and how of my final project for the Aesthetics of Design class: a battle-worn looking trebuchet. A trebuchet is a siege engine used during the medieval ages. It uses a counterweight and sling action to hurl projectiles weighing up to 90 kgs for 200 meters. The Trebuchet…

Main Project Report Part 1: 2-size Tablet Stand

May 7, 2017

Jian Kan

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 1, Student Work, zy 2017

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 1, Student Work, zy 2017

Background For my project the goal is to make a desk stand to put my tablet/monitor side-by-side of my laptop, so the stand needs to fit both 12-inch and 16-inch tablet/monitor, holding about 1.5 kilogram (3.3 lbs) without breaking. Before I was using an easel to hold them, but is was too far from the desk…

Main Project Final Report Part 1: Dummy Roping Calf

May 7, 2017

Colton Behr

My project was a dummy roping calf made out of PVC pipe. Dummy calves are used to practice roping skills, and are used by beginners and professionals. Inspirations In the rodeo, my favorite event is calf wrestling. Being able to successfully rope a calf is a very impressive skill. I recently became a casual roper…

Project Final Stretch: 2-size Tablet Stand

May 7, 2017

Jian Kan

Main Project Final Stretch Progress 2017, Student Work, zy 2017

Progress as 4/16/2017 After 3 days of camping at ITLL, printing almost 70% done! This part really doesn’t want to print… And cutting this part so it doesn’t cover the power connection, turns out cutting stuff is a lot of fun! So…looks like we are not far behind the plan! Assembling isn’t too hard so…

Main Project Final Report Part 2: 2-Size Tablet Stand

May 7, 2017

Jian Kan

Main Project Final Report 2017 Part 2, Student Work, zy 2017