Behind & beyond everyday objects.
German designer Annika Frye incorporated a cordless drill in the rotational moulding machine she built for making one-off items using a process that would normally result in an identical series From Dezeen
Read MoreAntwerp-based design studio Unfold sent 3D image files to manufacturers around the world and invited them to play with the production process to create unexpected results. This movie shows the 3D printing of a porcelain vase by Unfold.
Read MoreComplete process of 4 solid maple bowls. CNC milled and laser engraved. For more info check out my website, kivi-d.com/2010/11/03/more-bowls-more-process/ Music by The Quit – Captains of Industry
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cardboard coating cutting die cutting finishes household industrial material printing process Product punching blanking Jettingen Germany is home to Ludo Fact, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of board and card games. This documentary shows how a board game makes the leap from an idea to your table. You’ll see every aspect of the manufacturing process: the technology and machines, the many detailed steps, and the hundreds of people that are involved in the production of a single game. Mostly, we hope the film gives you a greater appreciation of the time, effort and investment that goes into every quality board game that makes…
Read MoreContinuing our Modern Day Artisans series highlighting craftsmen revered by many for their authenticity and specialized skills, HBTV showcases the talents of English furniture/product designer Max Lamb, as he grants us access to his London workshop. Taking us through the process of creating a swivel oak table, Lamb touches on his initial fascination and appreciation for furniture, as well as the benefit of handmade over machine-made. Max Lamb’s work can be found here with a few items currently up for sale. Director: Chris Read hypebeast.com/2012/01/modern-day-artisans-max-lam
Read MoreWhile the Magnolia is in full bloom, this is a step-by-step peek into the clay-tinted world of Karin Eriksson. Her beautiful pottery, deceitfully simple, is even more admirable when all the stages of the process come to light. We’ve captured the five day production cycle carefully – and still had to leave out parts. And, yes, we cheated. Karin prepared all the stages beforehand (which to us was even more impressive) to lead us through it in a single day. Karin’s inspiring workshop doubles as a retail space – a…
Read MoreVideo production by: New Document / Gwenael LEWIS Sound Track: What I want (instrumental) / Another Cynthia Moooi products: Smoke Chair by Maarten Baas bit.ly/wv50Bo How the beauty and the character of burned wood is captured in Smoke Chair? Smoke chair latest video reveals the astonishing process that makes Smoke Series by Maarten Baas for Moooi a unique sensation when sitting on burned furniture. Furniture finished with fire, making each of the Smoke pieces a unique work of art. Enjoy and get inspired!
Read MoreSean Woolsey is a gracious blend of warmth and intensity. His wide grin and embrace are infectious. His inventive stride and ambition inspire. Woolsey comes to his craft with equal levels of commitment and acceptance. He is not intimidated by the mis-shapen. He is not put off by the imperfect. He shapes each component with forgiveness and focus. He washes each piece with patience and care. Working with the natural contours of raw materials. Letting texture and weight sing for themselves. Woolsey bends, secures, and balances each original fixture. Hand-crafted…
Read MoreCarolina Fontoura Alzaga’s (facaro.etsy.com) social and political consciousness are reflected in the salvaged bicycle chandeliers she creates. Read the Etsy blog post: etsy.me/facaro.
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