After much thought and deliberation I have decided that I must put this project on hold indefinitely. Life has gotten real and so must I. I hope to continue this project when time allows. Thank you to all those who’s comments have brought this blog to life. During this short time you have helped me become a better designer.
Until next time,
Jamon

No. 47 Cypress Trunk Table - Inspired By...Week

Looking at pictures of different trees I came across a  group of three cypress trees grouped in an interesting configuration. This design quickly followed.

The base would not be made of real cypress as it is not a good wood species for carving or shaping. I'm not sure what species would be used, but it would be stack laminated to allow for its large size. The table top would be the same material as the base and an oil/wax finish would suit the piece well.

Grab a pencil and paper and hold onto those drawings, because the new Furniture Design Blog will be rolling out soon. Stay tuned here for the latest.

No. 46 Bridging The Cabinet -Inspired By...Week

I was looking for pictures of the Longfellow Bridge over the Charles River in Boston, and found the Leonard Zakim Bridge instead. I did not know it existed before I saw it, but it impacted me enough to inspire this cabinet.

A simple, obelisk-esque (without the tip) cabinet, mounted to a flat platform. A bent lamination secured to the cabinet via stainless steel cables sits beneath the platform. The cabinet features a bottom door followed up the it's height by drawers. Cabinet- birds eye or curly maple. Base, legs, lamination and pulls- wenge, walnut or mahogany.

Grab a pencil and paper and hold onto those drawings, because the new Furniture Design Blog will be rolling out soon. Stay tuned here for the latest.

No.45 Utility Table -Inspired By...Week

I'm not sure if this piece can be termed "inspired by". Maybe "literal copy with a twist" is more accurate.

 

Yes, those are utility poles, though not real ones as that would make one huge table. I can see this table made either completely clean and stylized or dirty and real. Maybe a set? Wood species and finish, or lack there of, would be dependent upon which style I built in.

Grab a pencil and paper and hold onto those drawings, because the new Furniture Design Blog will be rolling out soon. Stay tuned here for the latest.

No. 44 Corrugated Roof Table -Inspired by...Week

This is a quick sketch of a table inspired when I looked up at the underside of the gymnastics building roof today.

 

Even though this piece could be easily made from steel components, keeping everything in wood ads to the design for me. Maple, walnut and glass top.

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No. 43 Modern House -Inspired By...Week

Welcome to day one of Inspired By...Week. The basic idea is that as a designer I am inspired by every shape, color and texture that I come in contact with. Whether it be man made or natural, these forms are cataloged in my mind and often rise to the surface when designing a piece of furniture. This week will feature examples of such pieces.

This cabinet is inspired by a modern house. Horizontal and vertical strips of wood are riveted to the case in place of siding. Windows are replaced by drawers. The whole piece is supported by crossed planks on edge filling in for concrete support walls. Walnut and maple, oil and wax finish.

Grab a pencil and paper and hold onto those drawings, because the new Furniture Design Blog will be rolling out soon. Stay tuned here for the latest.

No. 42 Seventh Bed -Bed Week

Seventh Bed is the name I've given this, the seventh bed on the seventh day of Bed Week. I know, how do I name these pieces.

This bed represents an attempt to come back from the ultra minimalist platform beds of the past few days. It is minimal, without doubt, yet approachable. Soft curves welcome both eye and hand. I see it built in maple, adding light hues to the light feel of the bed.

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No. 41 Concrete and Mahogany Bed -Bed Week

If yesterday's post was an inner awakening about my tastes in bed styles, today's is the beginning of my manifesto.

 

This bed is so basic. Four mahogany planks, two concrete forms and some bolts (and a mid support that I did not draw, but would need). That's it. Mattress optional.

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No. 40 Criss-Cross Bed -Bed Week

I'm beginning to think I prefer beds without posts. Headboards and foot boards seem uninteresting to me as well. How peculiar.

This bed has nothing to hide. All the joinery is simple and most of it is exposed. There is not a whole lot to add that the drawing hasn't shown. I think this bed is fairly universal and could work in virtually any wood species.

Grab a pencil and paper and hold onto those drawings, because the new Furniture Design Blog will be rolling out soon. Stay tuned here for the latest.

No. 39 Canopy Bed-Bed Week

This is not your Mother's canopy bed. I like the idea of canopy beds, but am a little weary of the same old style so I changed it up a bit.

 

An oversize platform with solid footings make this is a massive bed. Thin round posts and graceful top overhangs give it a light airy feel. I see the large feet being constructed of either wood or concrete depending on the look desired. Additionally, I think this bed would look best in a dark wood, but I'm not sure which one.

 Grab a pencil and paper and hold onto those drawings, because the new Furniture Design Blog will be rolling out soon. Stay tuned here for the latest.