Final Project: Mediation Lamp
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My meditation lamp is a project inspired by the fairycore aesthetic! An aesthetic defined by whimsy, nature, folklore, old storybook illustrations and children’s media. My lamp is meant to represent both the fun, playful side of the aesthetic and the calming aspect that nature has. The frame has inlaid LEDs timed to the box breathing method.…
Upcycle
Upcycle Bauhaus inspired metal sculpture. Made using scrap metal and colored with sharpie
Electric Car Design
This electric car design was inspired by Wall-E with a mix of Tron. The split wheels allow for light to come through similar to Tron and the headlights and roach ornament are Wall-E-esque Unrulr: Electric Car Design
Electric Car Project Group 21
Sophie Luu, Sabina Hall, Fabrizio D’Antonio, James Rossano, Kaiome Groudan We started pretty quickly with the idea of going fully minimal and skipping the grill altogether. Electric cars don’t actually need one, so we didn’t want to just fake it for the sake of tradition or force a typical car front onto cardboard. We kept…
Sophie Luu: Final Project
Eclectic Maximalism Lamp I wanted to make something that looked like it belonged to someone. Not designed but accumulated. The concept came from eclectic maximalism, specifically the bohemian, lived in strain of it. Jane Birkin covering her Hermès bag in charms and personal mementos, or Iris Apfel in a room of pattern on pattern. Objects…
Upcycle
I chose the Industrial Age Aesthetic for my upcycle project. I used some scrap sheet metal and upcycled it into a bike fender. Some characteristics of the Industrial age Aesthetic I incorporated are a weathered surface, raw exposed structural material and a functional look. I cut the sheet metal to size using a hand saw.…
Upcycle Project
This project reflects punk ideals through experimentation, imperfection, and nonconformity. Framing myself as a “fish,” a newcomer still finding my place, I drew on punk and queercore symbolism, where the salmon represents going against the current. That idea carried through both concept and process. I pushed materials and techniques without guarantees, embracing risk and failure…
Upcycle: Brutalist Planter
For my upcycle project, I chose to buy three small junk boxes and lather them with concrete. This resulted in a brutalist planter, complete with the sharp, square structure with a nice, textured concrete surface. It holds up to three small plants, and has pebbles on the bottom to allow for water evaporation and to…
Sophie Luu: Electric Car Design
Cardboard Electric Car Sophie Luu, Sabina Hall, Fabrizio D’Antonio, James Rossano, Kaiome Groudan The group quickly narrowed in on a smooth, minimal, no grill design. The reference point we kept coming back to was EVE from WALL-E which helped guide the almost organic silhouette that reads as futuristic and minimalist. Electric cars don’t have grills…
Electric Car Design
For my teams Electric Car Design we came up with the idea of using vertical lights to aesthetically replace the grill. Many of the body pannels and the rims were created using a laser cutter. Link to Unrulr: https://community.unrulr.com/public/posts/rerun-reliance-deviation
Upcycle Project
The idea is to create a coffee table tray from recycled electronics and colorful plastic to match the aesthetics of translucent tech of the 90’s and 2000’s. Unrulr: Upcylce Project My Gravatar
Upcycle project
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Sophie Luu: Upcycle
Memphis Design Lamp In 1980, Ettore Sottsass pulled together a collective in Milan and built an aesthetic out of everything restrained, tasteful design told you not to do. It incorporates neon colors, clashing pastels, zigzag lines, geometric shapes stacked on top of each other. The pieces were called “speaking furniture,” the idea being that objects…
Tell me ur an electrical car
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Final Project – Charlotte Smalley
Final Project Unrulr Post! The whimsy aesthetic is a playful style that captures a sense of childlike wonder through bright colors, layered patterns, and a mix of textures that feel slightly magical. In my outdoor piece, I wanted to create something that felt like a small fairy garden by using both upcycled and new materials…
Electric Car Design – Charlotte Smalley
Electric Car Design Unrulr Link!! Being part of the build team for the “Tell Me You’re an Electric Car” project, I worked in person with three group members while two others contributed as online designers, which required us to balance hands on building with clear communication. We started by planning the structure and dividing roles,…
Tell Me You’re An Electric Car – Colin Clarkin
See Eel Team 4’s Tell Me You’re An Electric Car
Final Project
take a look at my process : https://api.unrulr.com/public/posts/grief-scorpion-scrabble/share
Final Project
I created a floor lamp refrencing the Bauhaus aestetic. Characteristics of this aestetic I incorporated were simplicity, geometric shapes, industrial materials and color. I started my design process by sketching out this concept. Then I created this lamp in Solidworks and created an engineering drawing for each part. I took these drawings to the machine…
Final Project – Colin Clarkin
Take a look at my Warm Minimalism Conceptual Espresso Machine Housing. Colin’s 2026 Final Project
Upcycle aesthetic – Charlotte Smalley
Upcycle aesthetic Unrulr link! Over the course of this project, I created a mosaic using thrifted china and pottery pieces arranged on a mirror base, with the goal of upcycling materials into something both functional and visually interesting. I began by collecting plates and cups from thrift stores, choosing pieces with different colors, patterns, and…
Electric Car Project
See Zack’s 2026 Aesthetics of Design Electric Car Project
90’s Streetstyle Snowboarding Pants – The “How”
Now that my initial sketches, pieces of fabric to cut, and dimensions are completed, I can finally start making my own snowboarding pants. As a quick refresher: I wanted to design pants that are both stylish and functional, inspired by my love for snowboarding and my passion for making clothes (thanks, Mom and Nani!).…
90’s Streetstyle Snowboarding Pants – The “What”
Why Street Style? Why Snowboarding Pants? Why Camo? My Nani took me to the thrift store when I was 14. Ever since then, I have been obsessed with upcycling and making clothes. My biggest supporter in clothes-making is my mom. She gifted me a sewing machine which allowed me to sew my own skirts, shirts,…
A Chalk Bag and Snowboarding Pants Portfolio
A Thanks to This Semester This semester in Aesthetics in Design has been both rewarding and eye-opening, personally and professionally. I didn’t just learn about aesthetics I made them. From creating blog posts to designing and sewing my own projects, this course pushed me to think critically about design choices, cultural influences, and my personal…
Portfolio Sofia Fernandez 2025
This class was very interesting; the way it was taught was very similar to my regular art/studio classes. To start off, my upcycle design project was very nice because it allowed me to experiment with embroidery and patchwork, and having to choose a specific aesthetic for the design to be based on was honestly one…
Arden Villanueva Portfolio
This semester has been a blend of creativity, challenge, and personal growth as a designer. From repurposed glassware to custom wood fabrication, I’ve had the chance to explore how design can be both beautiful and deeply functional. This final post brings together the two cornerstone projects of my work this semester: my Upcycle Project and…
Record Player Stand and Vinyl Storage – Final Report Part 2
Project Timeline During my design preview, I presented the following steps with “done by” dates that would give ample time for troubleshooting and experimentation. When starting the actual process, I decided to skip redesigning the CAD model, as I figured it’d be near impossible for me to match the dimensions exactly when using hand tools.…
Portfolio – Allister James Sequeira
Over the course of this semester, I’ve explored how form, light, and perception can come together to shape compelling visual narratives. Through both the Upcycle and Main Projects, I was able to push myself creatively while applying engineering and fabrication skills in meaningful, artistic ways. Upcycle Project: CU Logo Backlit Wall Decor Inspired by school…
Post 13: Brian Ahn Portfolio
Upcycle Project: https://www.aesdes.org/2025/02/19/naturalist-hangboard-2/ Final Project: https://www.aesdes.org/2025/04/30/final-project-part-2-bamboo-lamp-creation/ This semester I had the opprotunity to create projects that both improved my ability to apply aesthetics to designs and create functional products that I use regularly. In both of my projects I used wood as the main material since it fit my “naturalist” aesthetic and was the…
Aesthetics in Design Portfolio Summary
This semester, I completed two major projects in Aesthetics in Design: an upcycle project focused on converting glass bottles into functional household items, and a final design project centered on building a portable, rugged camp table. Both projects emphasized practical problem-solving and material-focused aesthetics, and both pushed me to explore different aspects of the design…
Vintage Sports Framed Picture Report (Pt. 1)
Inspiration and Adapted Designs The inspiration for my final project, a vintage sports-themed framed picture with integrated LED backlighting, came from a blend of nostalgic sports memorabilia and modern backlit artwork. As someone who appreciates the history of sports and the artistry that goes into preserving and displaying that history, I was drawn to creating…
Weekly Progress Update: Graphic Design, Visual Detail, and Framing
This week, I made major progress in refining the graphic and visual design elements of my layered tree wall art project, specifically focusing on designing the hidden photo that will sit behind the tree silhouette. Although the fabrication phase is nearly complete, this stage has been about bringing together the emotional and visual storytelling behind…
Top 5 constraints on the lazy Susan
What are the top 5 things you want your project to look like, to feel like, to do? What are the aspects that will tell you you’ve succeeded in your project? What are you prioritizing? Next, what are the top 5 constraints you face? Time, money, skills, supplies, ideas, room to work? Which ones will…
Mix of Function and Art: James Portfolio
This portfolio showcases the two major projects I completed during the Spring 2025 semester in Aesthetics of Design: an upcycling-based artwork and a fully functional magnetic shoe display. These projects reflect my evolving ability to merge design, material craftsmanship, and technical problem-solving. Along the way, I explored new tools and techniques—from wood carving to wall…
Post 13: Portfolio
Throughout the course of this class, I have gotten the opportunity to fuse my engineering knowledge and skills with the thoughtful design of the many aesthetics that we have learned in this class. I have learned quite a bit about the different kinds of aesthetics out in the world, how they have impacted art and…
Portfolio
Here are the two projects I’ve worked on all semester: Industrial Toolbelt: Modular Storm Skirt: Reflection: This semester in class has been a journey of growth and discovery. One of the highlights was learning how to sew, a skill I had never explored before. This hands-on experience added a new layer of creativity and practicality…
Aesthetics Of Design Portfolio: Daniel Carranza Valenzuela
My experience when it came to taking this Aesthetics of design class has been a wild but satisfying journey, and yet I know that I can still make some improvements. At the start of the class, we knew that we had to make two projects, one being an upcycle project and the other being the…
Final project report part 2: storm skirt
Timeline Graphic: The idea and research process lasted all throughout march for this project, and then fabrication began and ended in April. Final photography happened in may just before the expo. The construction process was separated well enough over a few weeks but I still felt rushed by the end. Fabrication Process: One of the…
Part 2: How
My design process for the river environment project was anything but linear. It unfolded through continuous exploration, trial and error, conceptual pivots, and a steep learning curve as I navigated unfamiliar materials and techniques. Creating a slice of nature that could function as a self-contained unit proved to be challenging yet rewarding. This project demanded…
Art Deco Pendulum Final Report Part 1
Art Deco Pendulum Final Report Part 1 For my design project, I created an art deco pendulum. I think movement is really important to the Art Deco era, so something that has movement as its central component will exemplify the era well. For my entire life, I have been interested in moving things. My interests…
Camping Table Materials, Leg Work and Attachment Rethink
This week I made good progress in the fabrication phase of my camp table project. After spending the past few weeks refining the design direction, material selection, and function goals, I finally transitioned into physical progress. There’s something very nice about moving from an ideation phase into morphing something physical. Materials Gathered The first major…
Space Theme Keyboard – Final Report Part 2
Introduction This post is the complete fabrication and process behind the project. In my last post, I walked through the journey of creating a custom space-themed keyboard for my Aesthetics of Design final project. I explored the inspiration behind the aesthetic—drawing from cosmic elements like stars, nebulae, and spacecraft—and discussed the iterative design process. Timeline…
Hidden Compartment – Portfolio
My project vision was to create a fantasy-inspired hidden compartment, something subtle enough to blend into a home setting. Influenced by my lifelong love of stories like The Lord of the Rings, Dune, and The Last of Us, I wanted the artifact to reflect the theme of something magical hidden in plain sight. I imagined…
Portfolio and Final Perspectives
I used this class to deepen my understanding of design and build on the work I began in my previous graduate degree, where I explored the relationship between design and emotion. I earned my master’s in 2022, focusing on space station design and human habitation in space. Space stations have always fascinated me—they’re fully man-made…
Post 13: Aesthetics of Design Portfolio
Project 1: Chocolate Packaging – Finca Don JorgeView Full Project Post My main project centered around designing chocolate packaging for Finca Don Jorge, a vertically integrated cacao plantation in Chiapas, Mexico. Inspired by my internship at the finca, where I witnessed the full cacao-to-chocolate process, I aimed to create packaging that honored the story of…
Final Report Part 2: Chocolate Packaging Process
Timeline Graphic The following graphic documents my actual design process over the course of the semester. The process has been split into the following stages: Figure 2: Timeline Fabrication Process Phase 1: Exploration & Concept Refinement The semester began with momentum from my Upcycle project proposal: a vertically integrated chocolate brand inspired by my internship…
Final Report Part 1 – Finca Don Jorge Chocolate Packaging
Figure 1: Chocolate Packaging Render Introduction The story of chocolate is often reduced to indulgence, sweetness, or luxury. But true chocolate, dark chocolate made from carefully harvested and fermented cacao, holds much more than flavor. It holds culture, land, people, and process. For my final project, I set out to design packaging that would elevate…
Seth Dry – Portfolio
Welcome to my Portfolio! I am Seth Dry, a mechanical design engineer and student in the spring of 2025 section of aesthetics of design. Below are the links to see my two main projects for the class: Upcycle Project: Flatiron Sunrise Final Project: Art Nouveau Mobile
Alexander (Xander) Johnson – Portfolio
This semester in Aesthetics of Design has taught me a lot and changed my thinking about how I design. It caused me to think more about the aesthetic of something versus just focusing on the functionality that usually would do. There is a lot more to aesthetics and design than what I thought, especially with…
Post 10: Chocolate Packaging Progress
Over the past several weeks, the development of the Finca Don Jorge chocolate packaging has been progressing steadily, but a significant shift in my circumstances has required me to adapt both my timeline and fabrication approach. Due to an unexpected visa situation, I had to leave the United States and return to Mexico City. While…
Post 8: Design Preview Report
Figure 1: Cacao Pod Inpired Packaging Render Project Overview For my main project, I am designing a dynamic chocolate packaging for a dark chocolate brand developed at a vertically integrated cacao plantation in Chiapas, Mexico: Finca Don Jorge. The chocolate bar is not just a product; it is the final chapter of a story that…
Final Project Post 2: Gyroscopic Watch Winder
Here is the timeline for the project: Exploration: I performed most of my exploration at the beginning of my project. As mentioned in my previous post, I was inspired to do this project by my friend Justin and my need for a watch winder. I have been looking consistently for a watch winder that would…
storm skirt part 1
For my project, I wanted to design a piece of outdoor gear that blends function, style, and sustainability. This project was inspired by hiking and backpacking, I wanted to create something lightweight, versatile, and efficient. A piece of gear that would adapt to changing weather conditions without adding unnecessary bulk. This led me to develop…
main project aesthetics
For my main project, I’ve shifted gears from creating sustainable socks to designing a modular skirt that doubles as a tarp for the rain. This project is all about merging functionality with style, creating something that’s both practical for outdoor use and trendy enough to wear in everyday life. The aesthetic I’m going for is…
Main project plans and inspo
My personal aesthetic is a bit all over the place but definitely centers around a few key things—streetwear, 90s and early 2000s Y2K fashion, outdoorsy nature vibes, and a little hippie influence from growing up in Oregon. It’s hard to pin down, but I love combining the carefree, laid-back vibe of snowboarding with a more…
Upcycle Final Report: Pop Industrial Shelf for ITLL 3D Printing Center
Project Introduction As a student employee of the Integrated Teaching and Learning Laboratory for the past 3 years at CU Boulder, I sought to create a piece which would fit the aesthetic of the space, and serves a functional purpose in order to give back to the program which has given me so much. One…
Final Report 2: Bioactive Terrarium Process
Timeline: Process: Step 1: Clean glass Step 2: Wash Leca and fill in drainage layer Step 3: Substrate barrier and substrate mix Step 4: Hardscape and plant! Step 5: Practice patience Day one: freshly planted. Day 3: Not much change. Day 11: Little (and a few big) signs of growth. Day 22: Growth! And…
