Process Exploration

Villain Chair

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Have you ever wondered what someone is thinking as they sit and stare into space? If they are seated in the Villain Chair, chances are they are plotting ways to take over the world.  The form reflects the shape of a “V” on each of its four sides and its angular back suggests that of a higher power.  The Villain Chair was an exploration into the process of upholstery which also included components of metal working.  The buttons used for tufting are hand- cast polyurethane containing metal bearings.  All of these features work together in order to reward the user with a truly conquering experience.

Wisconsin

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Which way to Wisconsin?  The dynamic lines of this table will keep your eyes moving in any direction you allow them to follow.  The removable top acts as a cheese tray when flipped over to the other side, and the shape of the legs provides stability for the structure when used as a cutting station.  The tray can be carried to any area where guests are entertained with wine and cheese.  When not in use, the top rests inset to the frame and functions as an attractive end table that adds a funky accent to any space.  This solid maple piece is constructed with mortise and tenon joinery and finished with tongue oil in order to bring out its characteristic figure.  The construction of this piece came with material constraints.  The allowance for the design was a mere thirteen board feet of donated maple.   The piece was designed with alternative materials and contrasting colors in mind in order to fit cohesively into any environment.
 

Harry Hood

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Harry just may be your new best friend.  Even though he can’t produce chocolate milk, his form can protect your personal belongings.  This metal barstool acts as a hood for a purse, shopping bag, or any other item you might be carrying with you when decide it’s time for a beverage break.  Naming it after the infamous Hood dairy dynasty of New England only seemed appropriate because of its upholstered cowhide seat.  The corked foot rest provides traction and is soft on any shoe’s exterior.  The parts were water-jet cut for precision using 1/8” steel.  The sturdy material was helpful in supporting its cantilevered shape.  When multiples are placed into a linear environment, the lines of the angular back create a dramatic visual effect.  It is truly effortless to feel good about Hood.

Revenge

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It is no longer revenge of the nerds, it is revenge of the knobs.  These polyurethane drawer pulls actually have Wonka Nerd candy inside.   Casting the yellow candy into a transparent plastic with blue pigments yielded a strong three-dimensional effect by creating the color green.   The knob part was hand carved according to the placement of the fingers when opening a drawer.  After the mold was created, many variations were produced.  Each knob can be cast internally with any hardware required.  This makes it possible to attach to any surface desired.  These hand-fabricated parts can add character to any space.  Move over all you mundane knobs, it’s time for Revenge.

Bitter End

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You know it’s the “bitter end” when an ashtray is involved.   Originally it was a nautical term referring to the end of a line that secures an anchor to a boat.  Landlubbers have since used the phrase to describe someone following a path regardless of its detrimental consequences.  This phrase sums up the essence of any smoker.  This stand-alone ashtray is a reference to the once popular piece of furniture.  It also refers to the ashtrays aboard any historical navy ship due to its kinetic form.  Naval ashtrays had a round, weighted bottom in order to remain upright regardless of motion.   This metal ashtray sways back and forth, yet still finds its way back to the center.  Constructed of thin sheet metal and hand-carved concrete, this piece can serve other purposes than that of an ashtray.  The overlapping planes create storage shelves for books, remotes, and other small items.  Maybe an occasional celebratory cigar could be justified.