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Cutting my prototype components on the CNC. One step closer...

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Full scale model of frame and case ready for presentation this week

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It’s a chopping board! A half scale prototype for current project

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prototyping has begun...can you guess what i’m making?

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prototype. testing dimensions.

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rough models. playing with forms and shapes.

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winter is here...

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PERCH lounge chair. 

on a side note, this project has been a big learning curve for me. I am looking forward to improving the design and making process for this chair. until the next time....

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Finished upholstery in sustainable woolen fabric.

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Final glue up for the legs

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upholstery testing.

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update

survived testing at AFRDI! 

level six static testing with 300kg of seat pressure and 100kg of back rest pressure. then 70,000 reps of fatigue testing. surprised and happy.

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current 1:1 scale prototype / ready for static testing at AFRDI 

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i made a tool caddy. with tasmanian oak and veneer. and brass fixtures.

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starting with paper modelling. experimenting with forms. Selecting forms to further explore and refine.

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developing design and experimenting with form. oversize scaled mock up in 3mm MDF with sketches.

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working at Open Day.