‘Ubunto’- The Essence of being human and interconnected.
From the onset of this project, I have had one overarching goal; use form and sound to encourage interaction within a communal space. Following hundred of iterations of forms, materials, dimensions and styles, I’ve come to the realization that ultimately, this project is less about the form and more about the experience, the feeling and the emotion that is created through the most primitive form of communication. ...
'ZUAH'~ Is an assitive communication device for people who have lost the ability to speak (Often associated with MS or ALS disorders). This device transmits pre-recorded messages (of the users former voice, or other human voice) to a speaker unit, based on the gesture during the conversation. The device uses an excelerometer to monitor and transmit the movement and choose the approriate recording. The device also contains a text window, so that the verbally impaired user...
These African Tongue Drums were completed to inform the development of my grad project ('Sound Resonating Furniture'). They were created to assess the resonance capabilities of a variety of imported and domestic hardwoods. The top sound-boards are African Padauk Hardwood, used for tonal resonance.
This molecular chess set represents 32 custom molded, resin cast molecules present in critical brain functions. Each individual molecule involved the fusing of glass and steel and submersion in a three-layer resin mold. Each piece varies in complexity to coincide with the strength and movement of the character in the game. The base was constructed with a semitransparent acrylic panel enclosed by a cherry wood frame.
Based on the concept of Essentialism (getting the most from the least).
This piece comprises two vacuum formed pieces, bond by frosted acrylic using acrylic solvent.
Base and lid: Flame polished acrylic
This design was created in collaboration with Fiskars Lawn and Garden company (N.A.) to develop their next line of Mobile Gardening Stations. The design was intended to accommodate two 5 gallon buckets, an ergonomic work station and side clips for larger tool storage. The images featured are a 1/2 scale model constructed in high density foam with lacquer based paint. Team members included Miguel Castro and Bill Stoneback.
This Public Expression chamber was positioned in the 3rd Ward district of downtown Milwaukee with a variety of multi-colored paint markers and a sign with two words: 'Translate Yourself.' The inner walls of the chamber became filled with a wide variety of written expressions in multiple languages. The structure was designed to constrict the user with minimal space for movement and the lower positioning of the door, while simultaneously allowing passing spectators to openly view...
Mouth blown in a soft glass setup
Clear glass with pink and yellow Pyrex frit glass coloration
