In the comfort of _______

UNIT VII: Structure

OBJECTIVE: To introduce structural design principles as applied to three-dimensional problem solving. To explore the possibilities inherent in working within strict material and process limitations. To draw connections between design professions such as architectural engineering and industrial design and the three-dimensional art and design.

GOAL: Using a single 4’ x 8’ sheet of cardboard, design and build a chair that will support your body weight no less than 16 inches off the ground. Use no glue or tape, and be left with no scrap cardboard.

PROJECT: In the comfort of

PROCESS:

1. Start using sketches and paper to make 10 models. Use paper sheets 5.5” x 11”, roughly 1/9 scale. (Due: 10/22)
2. Choose one and move up to ¼ scale using chipboard, 1’ x 2’. (Due: 10/27)
3. Begin working full scale. Consider ergonomics. Be sure to test out your chair for structural strength. You have 2 sheets of cardboard, one to prototype with, and one for the final.
4. You will need to sit in your chair for the entire review.

READING: Launching the Imagination Chapter 11

VOCABULARY: structure, compression, tension, expansion, contraction, loading, cantilever, centenary curve, moment, form follows function, honeycomb, rib, skin, parameter, limitation, displacement, modeling, torque, solidification, armature, bend, buttress, skeleton

REFERENCES: Frank Gehry, Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Wedell Castle, George Nakashima, Sam Maloof, Herman Miller

MATERIALS: Paper, Cardboard, Matte Knives, Straight Edge

COMMUNITY: Talisen West

12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd

Scottsdale, AZ 85261

DUE: 11/3

NOTES: Additional cardboard available at:

Discount Package Supply

2415 S Roosevelt St

Tempe, AZ

(480) 921-0707