tanya makes [almost] anything

My initial intention with the design was to have something constructed out of a single repeatable unit and I was interested in enclosing a large volume relative to the structure. I took inspiration from ribbed vaulting using 2D pieces to create a spherical like volume to design a scalable "lampshade" that i modeled in Rhino & Grasshopper with all parameters variable: number of members, proportions, divisions, material thickness. All members are identical except for the slot orientation.

I picked a scale and number of members that would allow me to print all members of each negative on a single sheet. I initially used Bristol 2ply though found that it was not strong enough at the notches to hold and the joints had weakened the pieces at these points so they caused them to rip. Also when printed - the minimal slot was only cut by the laser cutter as a single line.

So i decided to try cardboard but as expected too stiff so the width has expanded and found had to use tape to secure intersections while I was building it. I aim to acquire a more suitable material and try again. I am also thinking about how to better improve the joints so that they can lock into their place.

Part 2 > Vinyl Sticker

A quick test on the vinyl cutter. I have some wall stickers planned for the coming weeks.

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