The goal of this project is to introduce new life into a previously unused rooftop space. By designing outdoor benches and planters we hope to inject a sense of comfort and meaning to the space, while maintaining the distinct architectural style of the existing rooftop.
Dalen Tripp
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2011 -
2010This wall-mounted clock display is a modern take on the Bavarian cuckoo clocks of antiquity. Designed entirely with digital imaging software, each component of the display was automatically routed using a CNC machine. This mechanical precision allowed each part to fit perfectly with tension. The face of the display contains a circular hole, in which a German-designed Braun clock sits. If the face is removed from its hooks, the user is rewarded...
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2009Crafted from a rich cherry, this wooden incense burner combines practical usability with a fun visual aesthetic. The user inserts a stick of incense, which when lit, becomes the tank’s smoking turret. Once the stick has finished burning, the ash can be easily discarded by removing the magnetic center tray. There is even a small compartment in the rear for additional artillery. Drawing on the opposing nature of war and peace, the “Tactical Tranquility”...