Cardboard Electric Porshe
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The goal for this car was to be a smooth, sleek electric car design, drawing inspiration from the Porsche 911. We adjusted a few things to create bigger, but still aerodynamic headlights with a light strip at the bottom and a uniquely curved front. See more here.
Upcycle
My VSCO girl travel bracelet making kit, created as part of the upcycle project. To see my journey, click the link here:Upcycle Unrulr Journey Link
Art Deco Tray: An Upcycled Project
I made this tray for our upcycling project. It started as a nice piece of wood from goodwill and turned into this tray! See the full process here!
Upcycle
I chose to make a Bauhaus inspired bar stool. Bauhaus is characterized by geometric simplicity, exposed materials, and a “form over function” approach. Bauhaus Historical Aesthetic Urulr journey. I began by creating a model in Solidworks. Because I was going to be welding, I knew my steel members would have be to cut with a…
Final Project
My cyberpunk style jacket. To see my journey click the link here: Unrulr link
Upcycle
My rocket lamp, created as part of the upcycle project, To see my journey click the link here: Unrulr link
Final Project: Mosaic Mirror
Here is my final Catalan Art Nouveau mirror mosaic. To see my journey click the link here: Final Project
Show me your an Electric car!
The car design created by me and my team, To see my journey click the link here: Unrulr Link
Final Project – Wooden Roller Coaster Bookend
FINAL PROJECT UNRULR POST HERE Overview The final project was very open-ended. We were tasked with picking an aesthetic of our choice and then making whatever we wanted to match that aesthetic. I decided to make a roller coaster-themed bookend as a gift for my bookworm and coaster-loving partner. Ideation I took a long time…
Final Project: Wooden Alignment Sticks and Headcover
For my final project I created alignment sticks and headcover. This is something that is extremely useful to any competitive golfer. However, mine stick out as they were made with specific design choices following timeless aesthetics. Click here to learn more https://api.unrulr.com/public/posts/abridge-cleat-late/share
Electric Car Design
Here is my team’s electric car design. This car front was designed to keep key aesthetic elements from modern electric cars and progress into a futuristic design. Click here to learn more https://api.unrulr.com/public/posts/guru-bloomers-boss/share
Upcycle: Bonsai Tree
Here is my upcycle project where I made a bonsai tree. To do this I used upcycled materials and designed to the wabi sabi aesthetic. Click here to learn more https://api.unrulr.com/public/posts/heading-doubling-scrounger/share
Show me your an Electric car!
This is the Wall-E inspired electric all terrain car. To see my journey click the link here: Electric Car Design
Final Project
For the final project, I chose to dive into the maritime/nautical aesthetic. I decided to make a lazy Susan in the shape of a traditional captain’s wheel. The other two key elements that tied this piece to the aesthetic were the compass rose that I stained on the top and the wave design that I…
Upcycle Project: Negatives Light
This is a hanging light created with upcycled picture negatives. To see my journey click the link below: Upcycle
Electric Car
For this project, the group wanted to blend features of electric vehicles with the classic Miata look. To accomplish this, we went with bug headlights connected to a more modern light bar on the front end. For a more detailed breakdown of this project, follow this Unrulr Link: https://api.unrulr.com/public/posts/repost-chafe-comrade/share
Upcycle
For the upcycle project, I chose to dive into my roots and design something centered around a Maryland waterman/seafood aesthetic. Ultimately, I decided to make a serving tray out of scrap wood that incorporated dock line as handles, and a crab design made from recycled bottle caps. For a more detailed breakdown of this project…
Final Project – Grunge Boots
For the final project we had to do something similar to the first, choose an aesthetic and make some physical object that embodied it fully. I wanted my projects to be cohesive, and so I decided to use the grunge aesthetic again, but this time I wanted to make a pair of boots instead of…
Tell Me You’re an Electric Car
For the second project of the semester our goal was to work with a team to design a scale model of the front of a car that you know is electric even though you aren’t told explicitly that it is. My team and I started by going off and making our own sketches as well as…
Upcycle Project – Grunge Messenger Bag
For the first project of the semester we had to make some object that embodies an aesthetic out of reused materials. I decided that I wanted to tackle the grunge aesthetic, and after some serious brainstorming and a major project pivot I decided to make a messenger bag. I started by sketching out a vague…
Tell Me You’re an Electric Car
Unrulr Documentation Tell Me You’re an Electric Car Background & Historical Context Electric vehicle design has become a defining visual language in modern cities, showrooms, and concept spaces. Emerging in the early 2010s and accelerating in the 2020s, it reflects a shift toward futuristic minimalism, efficiency, and technological clarity. EVs communicate innovation through clean surfaces,…
Final Project – Mosaic
For my final project, I created a tile mosaic inspired by the Mid-Century Modern design movement, with a focus on its coastal/tropical subcategory. Mid-Century Modern design (1940s–1960s) is defined by clean lines, organic forms, bold color, and a strong connection to nature, while the tropical variation incorporates vibrant palettes, abstracted natural motifs, and an indoor-outdoor…
Upcycle – Cyberpunk Lamp
Finally finished my cyberpunk inspired lamp! I am super happy with how it turned out! I was slightly concerned that the old metal containers I used to make the outside of the shade would be too thick to cut, but after going to home depot I found a great tool that made it super easy.…
Macrame Two-Layer Shelf
For my final project, I created a two-layer macrame shelf. I used a plank of wood (which I then wood-stained), a wooden branch from outside, and many yards of macrame string. I was very happy with the final outcome and will use it in my room in the future! Final Project
Electric Car Design
This project reimagines the iconic 1950s Corvette through a contemporary electric lens. Drawing inspiration from the way Volkswagen has revitalized its classic van with modern electric technology, the design explores how a vintage American sports car can evolve without losing its identity. The goal was to honor the Corvette’s original character, its low profile, sculpted…
Cardboard Retro-Electric Car Revamp
Our idea for the electric car was based off of Volkswagens revamp of their vans. We looked at old corvettes and changed around the body to give it an electric-car makeover! Electric Car Design
Upcycle Project – Art Deco Aesthetic
This is an art deco inspired shelving unit. The key aspects of the art deco symmetrical designs, rich materials like inlaid wood and chrome, and vibrant colors. For this design I took inspiration from the checkered tile floors that became popular during this time. I also found inspiration form art deco style kitchens that combined…
70s Retro Skateboard Clock
70’s retro upcycle skateboard clock! This was created using a skateboard from the thriftstore, orange felt, and orange shag carpet, a clock kit, and many helpful tools! Hope you enjoy! Upcycle
Electric Car – Cardboard Model
For this project, our group decided to take inspiration from old Porsche designs. We thought the rounded shapes and simplicity of the design felt like something we would see in modern electric cars. It was a bit of a struggle for us to create rounded shapes with cardboard, but we were able to succeed by…
Final Project – Industrial Aesthetic
For my final project, I took inspiration from industrial buildings with raw exposed steel and concrete, structural visibility, and a dystopian energy. With these themes in mind, I machined a stainless steel asymmetrical belt buckle. This project was very challenging. To minimize cost, I tried to use materials I could find on campus which led…
Upcycle Project – Hardcore Punk Aesthetic
For my upcycle project I took inspiration from the hardcore scene to make a punched leather lamp. The main characteristics I based my design on were minimalist, functional, and utilitarian; DIY customization; and a muted color palette. Hardcore punk branched off from punk music in the late 70s to 80s, and focussed on an aggressive…
Final Project – Cyberdeck (Cyberpunk Aesthetic)
For my final project, I designed and built a portable cyberdeck, a compact computing device inspired by the cyberpunk aesthetic. Cyberpunk emphasizes a “low-life, high-tech” style, combining futuristic technology with rugged, improvised design. To capture this, I focused on three key elements: exposed components, industrial construction, and a hacked construction. The core of the device…
Electric Car – Sports Car
This project proved to be a little difficult at the beginning seeing that all of us had different ideas and we couldn’t come to a solid final design for a little while but we knew we wanted to go for a more sports car aesthetic. When we finally decided on a final car design we…
Upcycle – Blackflow Incense Burner (Film Noir Aesthetic)
For this project, I chose a film noir aesthetic, focusing on high contrast black and white tones, dramatic lighting, and storytelling through environment. Inspired by the smoky atmosphere often seen in noir films, I decided to design and build a backflow incense burner that uses cascading smoke to mimic fog in a scene. My initial…
Final Projects: Wabi Sabi Silver Ring
Aesthetic: Wabi sabi aesthetic finds beauty in imperfection. It emphasizes asymmetry, minimalism, and natural textures which are qualities that I firmly believe this ring strongly embodies. Click here to review my unrulr post to see my journey. The sand-casting process gives the ring a rough, organic texture that enhances its natural look and feel. During…
Electric Car Design
Electric Car Design Group 11 Project Check out our timeline and progress throughout this project to its completion on Unrulr (Link).
Final Project – Industrial Side Table
Here is my Final Project. It is an Industrial aesthetic side table that you can slide under your bed or couch to keep it in reach. Click here to see more!
Electric Car Design
Here is the final product of our Electric Car Design group project. Check it out here!
Upcycle – Western Horseshoe Coat Hanger
Here is my Western aesthetic Upcycle Project. Take a look here!
Upcycle: Bohemian Cat Scratcher
Overview The goal of the Upcycle Project was to pick an aesthetic and use upcycled materials such as trash or scrap into a product that matched the aesthetic of choice. Throughout this project, we documented our progress through unrulr (Link). Aesthetic: Bohemian design originated in the bohemian region or Czech Republic and represents freedom and…
Final Project: Mid Century Modern Ski Rack
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Electric Car Design
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Upcycle Project: Scandinavian Aesthetic Pullblock
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Final Project – Mad Max RC Car
For my final project, I selected the Mad Max (post apocalyptic) aesthetic. I decided to modify an RC car’s aesthetic elements by removing its body panels and creating an exoskeleton or shell that’s on brand for Mad Max. I chose a modern Ford Mustang as the car to model off of. To create the design…
FINAL PROJECT – Portable HEPA filter + face mask for hiking during forest fire season (not in fire itself though!)
Link to Unrulr journey for my final project object 1
Electric Rally Car
For this project I worked with a team of four others to develop a design for the front end of an electric car. We brainstormed designs and features, developed a model in SolidWorks, and then laser cut cardboard at 1/4 scale to construct a prototype. It took a lot of hot glue and cutting with…
Final Project: Modern Industrial Desk Organizer
Modern Industrial Desk Organizer My final project was a desk organizer designed around a modern industrial aesthetic, using both wood and metal elements. The main structure was built using plywood, which I assembled with wood screws to create a strong frame. I then added welded metal supports and brackets to reinforce the design and emphasize…
Upcycle – Hidden Headlamp Desk Lamp
I’ve always thought pop-up headlights were one of the coolest little quirks in car design. They’ve actually been around forever, but they really found their identity in JDM culture. Cars like the Mazda RX-7 FD, Mazda Miata NA, and Toyota AE86 all have that same signature look: low profile, rear-wheel drive, and then those headlights…
UPCYCLE – Brutalist HEPA filter from a lamp (found on FB)
Link to the Unrulr journey for my upcycled Brutalist HEPA filter from a lamp
Final Project
For the final project, I decided to revisit my brutalist-inspired side table. I was not fully happy with the finish of my first version, so I wanted to use the skills and techniques I learned throughout the year to give the project another shot. Instead of completely starting from a new idea, I chose to…
Electric Car Design
For this project, we had to design and model the front bumper view of an electric car. Our group decided to create a bumper inspired by the Cybertruck because of its sharp angles, futuristic shape, and geometric design style. We wanted the final model to have a clean, modern appearance while still being simple enough…
Electric Car Design
Electric Car Design Our challenge for this project was to build, at roughly quarter-scale, a 3-dimensional, front-view design for electric vehicles that, at a glance, tells a viewer, ‘I am an electric car.’, using cardboard, hot glue, and translucent materials for any headlight or lighted accent features. For our group, there was a general interest…
Upcycle Project
For this upcycle project, I created a brutalist-inspired side table using leftover steel tubing from a previous project. My goal was to take scrap material that may have otherwise gone unused and turn it into a functional piece of furniture with a bold, industrial look. I started the process by making a CAD model of…
Electric Car
Unrulr Documentation Tell Me You’re an Electric Car… Brainstorming and Design We started by sketching our own versions at home and brought them to the next class to compare and discuss. Charlie and Dylan then spent time getting acquainted with how the project would go, assembly-wise, by creating a small paper model. Image 1: Charlie’s…
Upcycle: Art Deco Lamp
Art Deco Lamp For this upcycling project, I made an Art Deco lamp out of recycled wood scraps. I took ¾’’ thick scrap plywood sheets, cut them, and then glued together a box using miter joints. I then got scap slabs of ⅛’’ thick birch sheets from the ITLL and laser cut out shapes and…
Final Project: Y2K/Pop Punk Revival Outfit
Y2K/Pop Punk Revival Outfit For my final project, I decided to upcycle a pair of old jeans that didn’t fit me anymore into a top, skirt/apron, and forearm guards. The top was heavily inspired by Y2K themes of nature and obnoxious amounts of denim. The skirt is meant to be an accessory that you wear…
Electric Car Design: In-Person Group 9
Electric Car Design For this project, we were tasked with developing a uniform “look” for an electric car, similar to how you can tell a car is diesel just by its design. We designed a car with a sleek wheel-well design and a low overall height. We found that we associate electric cars with being…
Upcycle Project
Unrulr Documentation Dark Art Deco Lamp Background & Historical Context About Art Deco: The use of “art deco” in hotels and touristy places. This style started to appear after World War I, but the big “boom” occurred in the 1920s and 1930s. This style embodies the feeling of over-the-top luxury. The first image shows how…
Upcycle: Art Nouveau Suncatcher
Art Nouveau Suncatcher For this upcycling project, I made an Art Nouveau suncatcher out of old pill bottles. I used a heat gun to get the labels off without leaving a sticky residue, and then used a hot knife to cut off the top and bottom of the bottle, and slice through the middle so…
Upcycle Project: Cigar Box Guitar
What if I told you, there was a way to make your own guitar for less than $25 and under two hours? Yes under two hours, with ordinary wood working tools, you can have your own cigar box guitar. I can show you how to make your very own. Cigar box guitars were made out…
Final Project
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Electric Car Design
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Final Project: Tensegrity Table — A Study in Japandi-Style Furniture Design
Unrulr Documentation About Japandi Style Furniture: The use of Japandi style in modern homes, studios, and minimalist interiors. This design language began to emerge more prominently in the late 2010s, combining elements of Japanese and Scandinavian design traditions. It embodies a feeling of calm, simplicity, and intentional living. The first image shows how this style…
Upcycle Project – Latin American Aesthetic
I went searching several places in Boulder for the wood that I was looking for to best match my design. Surprisingly I stopped by goodwill and was able to find a large oak tree cooking that would work great for the table top of the night stand, and 5 smaller cookies of wood that I…
Upcycle – Gothic Inspired Hood
Gothic Hood (detachable)Inspired by the gothic aesthetic I decided to UPCYCLE material from an old t-shirt to create a hood in that theme.Unrulr
Electric Car Design
Carboard Assembly of Electric Car ConceptElectric car concept design made from laser cut cardboard.Unrulr



























































