[OBDF 311]

Welcome To OBDF 311: STUDIO PRACTICE IN OBJECT DESIGN

MARCH 17 & 24: 1-on-1 MEETING SCHEDULE

Over the next two class periods, we will be meeting one-on-one to discuss final projects.

Monday, March 17:
2:20 – 2:40 PM → Emily S

2:40 – 3:00 PM → Jaemin J

3:00 – 3:20 PM → Shan Y

3:20 – 3:40 PM → Lu B

3:40 – 4:00 PM → Brianna C

4:00 – 4:20 PM → Noor K

4:20 – 4:40 PM → Jose M

4:40 – 5:00 PM → Dylan M

5:00 – 5:20 PM → Maddy B

5:20 – 5:40 PM → Marina D

Monday, March 24:
2:20 – 2:40 PM → Amanda A

2:40 – 3:00 PM → Sophie K

3:00 – 3:20 PM → GJ D

3:20 – 3:40 PM → Kyla P

3:40 – 4:00 PM → Beck I

4:00 – 4:20 PM → Vian E

4:20 – 4:40 PM → Isis F

4:40 – 5:00 PM → Daniela S

5:00 – 5:20 PM → Isabelle O

MS Teams Stream Link:
(for streaming screens in class)
Link HERE.

Project Two: 

The Mass-Produced Object

- or -

The Bespoke Object, Revisited

(Due  Monday, April 7 @ Class Start)

For this project, you will design and create an object using digital fabrication processes with the goal of making it mass-producible. Your object should be conceived as a product—something that could realistically be produced at scale using methods like 3D printing, CNC machining, or laser cutting.

Project Goals:

• Explore the intersection of design, fabrication, and production scalability.

• Develop a digital model suited for efficient replication.

• Consider material constraints, production methods, and potential market appeal.

Requirements:

• Your design must be digitally fabricated (3D printed, CNC cut, laser-cut, etc.).

• It should be feasible for mass production—consider factors like modularity, stackability, or ease of assembly.

• Present your final object as a product, including a name, a brief description of its function, and potential use cases.

• Document your process, highlighting design iterations and production considerations.

Your final presentation should showcase both the fabricated object and your thought process in making it viable for mass production.

Project 2 Proposal
(Due Monday, March 10 @ class start)

Create a Tentative Proposal for Project Two on your OBDF 311 Process Blog.

This proposal should include:
- A brief description of your concept
- Original sketches/diagrams or mockups to visually communicate your ideas
- Thoughts on what processes (digital and physical) may be required to produce said project
- Any additional media (images, screenshots, videos, etc) that may be helpful for communicating the concept for your project.

February 10 and 17: FOCUS GROUPS: MEETING SCHEDULE

Over the next two class periods, we will be meeting in small groups to discuss progress on Project 1: The Bespoke Object. Please take note of your meeting time (below).  We will meet in the PC lab and migrate to other spaces as needed (i.e. the Thing Tank, Ceramics, Home Studios, Woodshop, ETC).  During class time that you are not in one of these meetings, you can work independantly or with your focus group on your project.

Monday, February 10

• 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  • Group 1: 3D Printing bespoke artifacts with Clay (and plastic!): Daniela S, Isis F, Vian E

  • Group 2: Shelf Design: Beck I, Kyla P

• 4:10 pm - 6:10 pm

  • Group 3: Sculpting / Modelling Software (Blender, ZBrush, etc.): GJ D, Sophie K, Isabelle O

  • Group 4: Large Scale Laser Cut Pieces: Amanda A, Marina D

Monday, February 24

• 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  • Group 5: Hair Pieces (for different uses): Carmel C, Maddy B

  • Group 6: Digital Modeling & Prototyping: Dylan M, Jose M, Noor K

• 4:10 pm - 6:10 pm

  • Group 7: Wearables & Interaction Design: Brianna C, Lu B, Shan Y

  • Group 8: Artistic Process & Concept Development: Jaemin J, Emily S

Monday 2/3/2025: Studio Period

This week's class period will be studio time. Bryan will be available in the classroom, thing tank or woodshop to assist with project production.  We will begin 1:1 studio meetings next week!

Project One: The Bespoke Object (Due  Monday, February 27 March 3)
bespoke (definition)
adjective
be·​spoke | bi-ˈspōk
1: custom-made
ex: a bespoke sound system
2: specially made for a particular person:
ex: a bespoke suit
Synonyms
custom-made, tailored

Students will create a bespoke (one-of-a-kind, custom or purpose-made) object that considers contexts in art, technology, craft, and/or design.

Week One Task: Process Blog (Due Monday, Feb 3 @ class start)
Create a Tentative Proposal for Project One as your first OBDF 311 Process Blog post.
This proposal should include:
- A brief description of your concept
- Original sketches/diagrams or mockups to visually communicate your ideas
- Thoughts on what processes (digital and physical) may be required to produce said project
- A brief written consideration of how this object fits the framework of "The Bespoke Object."  (it's okay to stretch here)
- Any additional media (images, screenshots, videos, etc) that may be helpful for communicating the concept for your project.
- Have your URL ready to share by the start of next class!

Monday, January 20 REMINDERS:
1.) Class starts @ 3pm on Jan 20!!!
2.) Your process blog and first post are due. See information regarding this assignment below.