Laser Cut Project
INITIAL IDEA EXPLORATION
LASER Cutter Inspiration Board -Date
Narrowed Focus LASER Cutter Inspiration Board -Date
Initial Focus: I want to create a Laser Cut Wood Chair.
IDEA EXPLORATION
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Focused Design Project Idea: Laser Cut Flat-Pack Chair 9/8
Focused Design Project Idea *Annotated 9/26
Design Analysis and Reflection 9/26
I like how this deign style allows you to create flowing forms
I like the simplicity of these designs, but it would take a lot of time and resources to make this may slices.
I like the simple sides with slotted supports
I want to design a chair blending these designs.
Design Objective - Date
I will DESIGN and CREATE a flat-pack chair; basically a chair that can be assembled from flat parts. The chair will be designed to fit an average size adult with an height range of 5'6" to 6' and the max weight of 250 pounds. My plan is to design a chair that is not only comfortable, but aesthetically pleasing. I want to create a design that has repeated lines to create the chair form and a simple design for the profile.
DESCRIPTIVE WORDS: Comfortable, simple, flowing lines/form
Repeated lines to create form with a simple profile.
Like blending the designs above.
Design Objective Reflection & Resources -Date
Proposed Schedule Outline
Here is a break down of what I think needs to be done.
Get Inspired by other chair designs
Breakdown what designs I like and what is feasible
Explore chair design and the ergonomics
Create thumbnails of possible designs
Further develop and explore 2-3 thumbnail designs
Finalize a concept design
Model the design in 3d
Flatten the design for cutting out
Create prototype: cut out parts and assemble - document process
Finalize design and make final changes - document process
Create final project - document process
Write a reflection and evaluation of the project
Possible Skills and Knowledge
Learn how to cut plywood wood on on Laser cutter
What glues will work and how to glue it.
How to prep and paint the wood.
Materials
Cardboard
1/4" Birch Plywood 3' X 3' panel
Duct Tape
Wood Glue (type?)
Possible Resources Used
Innovative Designs
My Furniture Design Process - Shaun Boyd Made This
Form + Function + Furniture