Steering Wheel: Specs and Constraints
For my final project I am creating a Street Racing Steering Wheel that will connect to and control an xbox controller. The primary goal of my project is to embody the street racing aesthetic in every aspect. I want the final product to exhibit the sleek, futuristic style that is common within this aesthetic. It…
Design Preview Report: Spotify Jukebox
Background Hypothetical Spotify-branded jukebox: https://www.yankodesign.com/2022/05/03/spotify-jukebox-boasting-a-curved-display-brings-house-parties-to-your-desk/ For some background, I intend to create a desktop music-control device that interfaces with my Spotify library. This device will be comprised of an old TV and a Raspberry Pi and use Bluetooth/WiFi to connect to some existing speakers. Initially, I hoped to use the Space Age aesthetic due to…
Post 7: Main Project Aesthetics: Plans and Alternatives
For my project, I want to build an artifact that is a testament to the person I am, my interests, and the way I think. I want every element to feel inspired, like it is a representation of just me. In my previous post, I outlined the general vision I have for my artifact: my…
Design Preview – Cargo Kite
In-progress CAD of my design. My final project concept, as you may have gathered from the title, is a big kite! Since I wanted a large kite for potentially lifting things in the future, I went for a rigid, box design, very similar to the inventor Lawrence Hargrave’s initial designs. After roughing out the ratios…
Post 8: Design Preview Report: Van Build Bed/Couch
Embarking on the construction of a convertible couch/bed within the compact confines of a Chevy Astro van presents a unique challenge. The aim is to integrate comfortable seating and sleeping arrangements alongside a kitchenette and optimal storage solutions within this limited space. As we plan this project, the focus is not only on functionality but…
Minimalist Expanding Coffee Table
For my final project, I wanted to challenge myself and develop a large wooden piece that utilizes a hinge to make an innovative and conversation-provoking centerpiece in my living room. To accomplish this I have taken several steps to make this concept a reality including doing a deep dive into the aesthetic that I will…
Final Project – Country
What I am thinking about doing is sewing, crafting, designing, laser cutting, and metal crafting a Country jacket. I got inspiration from a photography project that I was doing. I wanted to craft an outfit that blurs gender lines within an authentic 1800s Western country. What I plan to do is to buy a leather…
Design Preview Report
Joshua Beijer Design Preview Report I have been thinking of what I want my final artifact to be since the middle of our last project. I wanted something small and elegant that I could put on my desk throughout my career. I knew I wanted it to look very professional and sleek and have a…
Brutalist OR Space Age Desk Lamp
Project Motivation Just like my upcycling project (a shoe rack made from old skateboards), I would like my main project to be a functional item that I will use in my day to day life. I have been looking to get a desk lamp for my room ever since I moved in August, but I…
Design Preview 1 – Stop Motion Dinosaur
To recap: for my final project, I’m going to be making a stop motion dinosaur puppet in the style of classic special effects films, as popularized by filmmakers like Willis O’Brien and Ray Harryhausen. By extension, this project will channel the aesthetic of vintage 1900s paleoart, which is defined by reptilian depictions of dinosaurs no…
Design Preview – Game Boards
Throughout the brainstorming of this project, I am consistently struggling to make my artifact something that is time manageable. Continuing with the initial idea of a chess board, I thought of some game boards that are easier to complete such as peg board games. These types of games are commonly found in restaurants, bars, and…
Design Preview: Mid-Century Modern Xylophone
I lied to all of you. In my last post, I showed a picture of a mid-century modern xylophone and said I would not be doing this project in that style. Surprise! I actually loved the look of that sketch so much that I decided to make it the aesthetic of my final project. Design…
Design Preview Report: Apartment Bike Storage
I am an avid cyclist and as a result of this, I have a lot of bikes. I enjoy having the opportunity to have different types of bikes for different styles of riding which means that I have accumulated quite a few bikes. Unfortunately, I live in a small apartment in Boulder, and storing multiple…
Post 8 – Gear Wall Art Design Preview
[1] 3D Printed Gears – Jakk, Additive X My initial idea for the final project in this course was to 3D print a series of gears and mount them to a board or series of arms that would then attach to a wall for a piece of interactive art. I wanted to incorporate some activated…
Design Preview: Retro Ski Bench
For my final project I am creating a bench made out of skis, in the aesthetic of Retro Skiing. I chose this aesthetic based off of my childhood experiences growing up skiing with my dad. The bench takes inspiration from the 80s era of skiing when my dad learned how to ski. Below are some…
Design Preview Report: Scale model of long range spacecraft
https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/galleries/visions-of-the-future#grid-127451-1 To say my life revolves around space exploration is probably a bit dramatic, but I will say that a huge portion of my favorite things to discuss, think about, and even my career path involve space exploration. To me, it just seems like the natural progression of humanity’s journey: we have catalogued pretty much…
Time’s Gamble: Making a Miniature Roulette Table Wristwatch
Choosing My Aesthetic In my previous post, I dived into the vast and intriguing world of wristwatches and the many possible aesthetics that they could fall into. Ranging from minimalistic to luxurious to an open-concept skeleton watch. After much contemplation, brainstorming, and ideation, I have decided to mend the mechanics of timekeeping with the thrill…
Post 8: Design Preview
Kinetic Wind Sculpture Outside ITLL Building For my upcycling project I took inspiration from the kinetic wind sculpture that hangs outside of the ITLL Building on the CU Boulder campus. For the upcycling project I mostly took inspiration from its overall aesthetic and meaning. For my final project I am planning on creating an artifact…
Post 8: Design Preview
Introduction In this post, I will describe my plans for creating a wooden mechanical carousel. The purpose of this project is to create a fun and whimsical laser cut puzzle that also aims to be able to move through the use of cranks and gears. My Vision I plan to design and create a mechanical…
Post 8: Design Preview
INTRODUCTION In this post I will describe my process in creating an Organic Modern aesthetic style mirror inspired by natural and sustainable structures. This project aims to bring a functional furniture element into a space while also acting as an interior design piece blending minimalistic styles, functionality of a mirror, and a dynamic lighting design.…
Design Preview – Minimalist Nature Aesthetic
For my final project I have decided to take the dramatic landscape of the flat iron mountain range as inspiration to create a piece of wall art that will dynamically change to match the outside light that a photoresistor will be detecting. I have chosen this as my final project due to the fact that…
Bikebags – Plans and Alternatives
My plan thus far is to focus on redesigning the frame bag imaged below. I want to focus in on the minimalist outdoors aesthetic. I think this current design fits this aesthetic in the simplicity of materials and color. That being said the bag wasn’t very functional for me and I think rebuilding it with…
Post 8: Design Preview Report
Post 8: Design Preview Report Brief History of Cheese making Cheese is one of the most varied types of foods with many different types. It is enjoyed on its own, paired with meats/ fruits/ beverages, and cooked with. Some form of cheese has been part of human existence for around 5,000 years (McGee, 52). Although cheese types…
Steering Wheel Design Preview
For my main Aesthetics project I plan on building an Xbox controller steering wheel adapter. The aesthetic I have chosen for this project is the street racing aesthetic. In my last post, I talked about this aesthetic along with some alternative options, but I will quickly review them here. This street racing aesthetic has a…
Design Preview Report – Whimsical Storybook Castle for Guinea Pigs
Motivation A big aspect of my life is that I love animals, and so does my family. In total, we have three dogs, three cats, and two guinea pigs. While my guinea pigs, Mochi and Boba, are the smallest of the bunch, they are the most expensive to take care of. Boba (brown) and Mochi…
Design Preview Report – Brutalist Lamp
When exploring my aesthetic for the upcoming project I hit a few roadblocks. However, after exploring the idea of a mind map I was able to determine my desired aesthetic, Brutalism. This certain aesthetic was a major design movement stemming all over the world but especially in Eastern Europe and Russia after World War Two.…
Design Preview Report – Snuffle Mat
I want to begin by recapping my plan for the final design project. I plan to make at least one snuffle mat for my dogs. I am hoping to use my time wisely so that I can make three snuffle mats. One for each of my two dogs and a smaller one for my cat.…
Post 7: Barbell Plans and Alternatives
For my main project I am planning on doing dark minimalist barbell and plates, as well as potentially an adjustable bench. I particularly like the dark minimalist aesthetic for this project because it matches the clothes I wear to the gym and the style resonates with me. I find many gym companies and athletic wear…
Design Preview Report: Ari Matrajt
Idea: For my project, I imagine creating a multifunctional cooking tool similar to a spatula but with an interchangeable head, allowing users to switch between different attachments, like a spoon. This creative design provides convenience and adaptability in the kitchen, accommodating diverse cooking requirements with a single, versatile utensil. Additionally, drawing inspiration from the protective…
Post 8: Design Preview Report
Introduction: In this report, I embark on a journey of artistic exploration, delving into the realm of Abstract Art and surrealism intertwined with the intriguing concept of pseudo perpetual machines. Drawing inspiration from a diverse tapestry of experiences, ranging from childhood visits to art exhibitions to recent encounters with mesmerizing structures at the MIT Museum…
Main Project Plan – Foldable Couch
For my project I have considered two aesthetics, the first one is similar to what I discussed in the previous post. This design would be more of a minimal and bauhaus design which would ideally complement the other furniture in my room. My inspiration for this comes from having no space to put a “chilling”…
Post 6: Personal Aesthetic
Growing up my entire life in Colorado, my personal aesthetic greatly mirrors the mountains, especially in the summertime. Since a young age, I have spent countless days in the Colorado mountains. A “second home” of mine is the quaint cabin that my grandparents have lived in. Every April through September, they stay at this cabin.…
Project Aesthetics: Levitating Nature Scene with Steampunk Elements
Main Project Aesthetic The main aesthetic of the project is a harmonious blend of natural elements and steampunk-inspired machinery, encapsulating the ethos of Victorian futurism. At the heart of this design lies the contrast between the organic forms and textures of the floating nature scene and the intricate mechanical details of the steampunk base. The…
Post 7: Main Project Aesthetics: Plans and Alternatives.
Embarking on a van build project offers a unique opportunity to tailor your mobile living space to your personal style and needs. The couch/bed I will be building for my final project needs to match the overall aesthetic of the van build in order to have cohesion with the other facets of the interior design.…
Main Project Aesthetic: Sink Pedal
For my project, I am thinking of creating foot petals that will control the sink. These foot petals will have the ability to increase or decrease the water output, and also control the temperature of the water. This project idea stems from wanting to control the water, even when both hands are already occupied, like…
Main Project Aesthetic Plans & Alternatives: Truss Kite
My current plan for my project’s aesthetic is very much modernist. Being a rigid, geometrically defined kite certainly lends itself to that, having large, flat planes and exposed spars. I do not have any plans of adorning it such as adding twirling tails or a wide color palette. I’ve even thought about coloring the main…
Main Project Aesthetics: Plans and Alternatives
Without much stylistic guidance while brainstorming this project, it was easy to think of alternative aesthetics. Assuming that I stick to the plan to make a chess board, I have brainstormed 3 variations of how that could be designed. My original idea was just focused of the aesthetic of craft. I took this reborn desire…
Main Project Aesthetics: Plans and Alternatives
For my project, I am planning on making a lamp either for my desk or bedside table. I want it to be something that I can turn on late at night to provide me with light without keeping me awake. This would be done through the use of a smart lightbullb that is able to…
Post 7 – Main Project and Alternative Aesthetics
I have decided that I will be making a dual lined stunt kite which I am very excited about. I have been learning lots about kites in my efforts to find a kite shape I like and also a kite sewing pattern that I can follow. Due to the fact that the lightweight ripstop nylon…
Aesthetic Exploration and Different Ideas – Brutalist Lamp
The aesthetic that I will be using for my final project is Brutalism through an interior design standpoint. Brutalism utilizes simple block shapes and exposed concrete to portray an intense feel when viewing the buildings. From personal experience I have seen lots of Brutalism in cities like Prague, Berlin, and New York City. I find…
Brutalist vs Space Age vs Nature Aesthetic Desk Lamp
I am planning to create a brutalist desk lamp for my final project. This will involve a concrete casting and at least two adjustable hinges. I want the body of the desk lamp to resemble a brutalist concrete building with no windows. This is a quick sketch of my idea: An alternative to this aesthetic…
Main Project: Pixel Aesthetic and Alternatives
My inspiriation pos I had mentioned that I wanted to try and do Free-cell in a offline–gameboy—style. I had started the code in Python before realizing a couple of things: 1. If I want to use arduino, I would have to re-do the code in C/C++. 2.) This is a pretty complicated game for someone…
Main Project Aesthetics: Plans and Alternatives
Project Inspiration Since my last post I have chosen to pivot to a project that is more “artsy”. My previous idea was purely function so I wanted to transition that had some value even if it didn’t function correctly. I choose to pursue a wind sculpture idea following a minimalist aesthetic. An inspiration for this…
Main Project Aesthetics: Plans and Alternatives
Joshua Beijer Main Project Aesthetics: Plans and Alternatives For my project, I will be creating a desk artifact that I hope to take with me into my career. It will have a resin skull inside a resin ball which will be in a wooden gyroscopic orbital stand. Main Project Aesthetic: Memento Mori/Gothic …
Main Project Aesthetics: Plans and Alternatives
For my main project, I am planning on using a whittling techniques to create an electric guitar. I don’t know what the specific aesthetic is called, although the overall wooden design that I choose may be a factor in deciding. There for, i envision a rustic and earthy vibe to the guitar. Carving intricate nature…
Main Project Aesthetics: Plans and Alternatives
Main Project Aesthetics: Plans and Alternatives My main project idea is a cheese press. The cheese press involves a system that applies pressure to a section of cheese to remove moisture from the curd that is originally placed in a mold. The cheese press allows for the creation of a semi-hard to hard cheese depending…
Personal Aesthetic and Main Project Plans
Project Plan To approach this blog post of brainstorming a wildly different aesthetic and sketching it, I needed to have an idea of what I was going to do for my project. In this brainstorming phase, I didn’t constrain myself to only thinking about the aesthetic or only thinking about the project idea. I began…
Main Project Aesthetics – Organic Modern Alternatives
Main Project Aesthetics – Organic Modern Alternatives AJ Terio ATLS 4279 – Aesthetics in Design 3/5/2024 The Vision: In pursuit of enhancing my living space at home with a multifunctional design, my main project envisions creating a full-sized, organic modern furniture piece. Designed to amalgamate utility with aesthetic pleasure, this piece is destined to house…
Main Project Aesthetics: Plans and Alternatives
From my previous post, I was considering making a bike storage rack for my apartment. For a long time, I have simply left my bikes parked on the floor of my apartment and it can often become cluttered when I have 2-3 bikes sitting on the floor next to my desk. With my current living…
Upcycle Progress
Collecting Materials There are two types of materials I am collecting: tools and consumables. In the realm of tools, I am collecting glass cutters, glass cutting oil, specialized pliers, X-acto knives, and a soldering iron. In terms of consumables, I am collecting tape, used stained glass, cardboard, copper tape, and 1lb of solder. All of…
Main Project: DIY Dark-Minimalist Barbell
I am planning on doing a dark-minimalist barbell, plates, and potentially a bench. I plan on fabricating the weights by using a large bucket (similar to what is shown below) as a mold to pour concrete, potentially using rebar or some other inserts to provide additional strength and shatter resistance to the weights. home depot…
Main Project Plans and Inspiration
I am not sure what I want to do for my final project idea. I have been thinking for a week now and can not come to any final solution. I want something that turns out aesthetically interesting, but that is functional and I will use a lot, because otherwise I do not know why…
Main Project Plans and Inspiration
When exploring my aesthetic for the upcoming project I hit a few roadblocks. However, after exploring the idea of a mind map I was able to determine my desired aesthetic, Brutalism. This certain aesthetic was a major design movement stemming all over the world but especially in Eastern Europe and Russia after World War Two. …
Main Project Plans and Inspirations: Space-Age Spotify Jukebox
For the final project, I am not completely set on what I want to do but have brainstormed some exciting potential ideas. The idea that is most appealing to me involves making a Spotify-connected jukebox in the 1960s/70s Space Age aesthetic. To achieve this aesthetic, I plan to purchase an old TV from the time…
Post 6: Main Project Plans and Inspiration
For my main project, I want to do something with RGB LEDs. I want to do something similar to RGB LED strips that are commonly found in college dorms. I was initially inspired by the picture below while going to parties at various friends’ houses and I wanted to do something like this for my…
Post 6 – 2024 Main Project plans and inspirations
My main project will be a home/virtual assistant using a Raspberry Pi. With AI being very popular, there are many ways to create a virtual assistant. I plan on following an online tutorial to set up the main program. The aesthetic and design aspect of the project will be in the enclosure of the Raspberry…
Main Project Plans and Inspiration: Industrial Nine Photo Frame
Main Project Plans and Inspiration: Industrial Magnetic Nine Photo Frame By: Michael Gray Growing up, I remember seeing a collage of school photos similar to the one below [1] in the home of a friend. I thought the idea of a collage featuring a centered photo, surrounded by supporting ones was fascinating, and I have…
Clean Energy Machines
I have been doing some brainstorming for my final project and I think I really want to make some sort of wind turbine or other clean energy machines like a water wheel as I have had a bit of an interest in this field but have never really explored it at all. This idea came…
Main Project Plans and Inspiration
For myself, I have a lot of difficulty coming up with a single aesthetic that describes me. For clothing, I usually am dressed in athleisure on most days. For art and design, I find myself trending more towards mid-century modern and modern aesthetics. A style of design I have been indoctrinated into via my parents…
Gothic-Gothic Revival Endtable
This past semester I went on a study abroad to Ireland. If you’ve been to Europe, you know that every town you visit has its own cathedral, and many of them are considered gothic, or gothic revival, style. My idea for the final project is to create an end table in the gothic style. I…
Kite Project Inspiration
I am having trouble placing a name to my aesthetic but sometimes it feel like I have two, one that is full of bright colors and vibrant patterns, and another that is full of pastel colors and earthy tones. Pop Art is a likely influence for my love of loud colors and patterns, while my love…
Main Project Plans and Inspirations: Truss Cargo Kite
For most of this semester so far, I had a single idea in mind for the final project: a telescope. I have long been interested in amateur astronomy, and have wanted to build my own telescope for a few years now; this seemed like a good opportunity to make it and make it stylish. However,…
Main Project Plans and Inspirations: Space Exploration
https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/galleries/visions-of-the-future#grid-127451-1 To say my life revolves around space exploration is probably a bit dramatic, but I will say that a huge portion of my favorite things to discuss, think about, and even my career path involve space exploration. To me, it just seems like the natural progression of humanity’s journey: we have catalogued pretty much…
Main Project Inspirations – Brutalist Table Lamp
My personal aesthetic depends a lot on context. For example, my favorite art aesthetic is going to be different from my favorite architecture aesthetic, which is different from how I dress or decorate my room. A precise personal aesthetic is hard to define in my personal experience. However, I tend to like aesthetics that were…
Main Project Plans – Stop Motion Puppet
I have some trouble articulating what my ‘personal aesthetic’ would be, since my interests bounce around a lot. I do think that I connect a lot with the ideals of the Arts and Crafts movement; I appreciate art with a handmade quality, being able to look at a finished product and get a sense of…
Main Project Plan: Minimalist Furniture
For my final project, I hope to embody the modernist and minimalist aesthetic into my artifact to hopefully make something that is eye-catching in its simplicity and effectiveness. I am still in the brainstorming phase of what artifact I specifically want to make because I find chairs extremely thought-provoking and an amazing showcase of engineering…
Main Project Plan: Naturecore House Art
Main Project My main project is going to be an artistic covering that goes over a loft door in my parent’s new bedroom. Unfortunately, my parents lost their home in the Marshall fire two years ago and have had to rebuild their home. Their new home is almost ready to move into, and it could…
Main project plans and inspiration
Visualization of minimalism from WikiHow I would describe my personal aesthetic as minimalism. I think that my plan to make an artifact following a utilitarian aesthetic is closely aligned with my personal minimalist aesthetic. StackShot Macro Rail For my final project I plan to create a macro rail system for my camera. Since I would…
Personal Aesthetic
My Approach In approaching this project and specifically the aesthetic choice for this project I decided to take a moment and sit and think about things I had seen or experienced in my life that I enjoyed. While I did this, I tried to categorize these images or things into aesthetics that they could be…
Post 6: Main Project Plans and Inspiration
After lots of ideation and brainstorming, I have decided to create an interior design and functional piece for my final project. I found that I don’t have much decor that is also functional at the same time. I would like to make an abstract mirror that serves as a piece of decor but also a…