Blog Post #9: : Top 5 specifications, top 5 constraints
What are the top 5 things you want your project to look like, to feel like, to do? What are the aspects that will tell you you’ve succeeded in your project? What are you prioritizing?
Next, what are the top 5 constraints you face? Time, money, skills, supplies, ideas, room to work? Which ones will be the toughest to deal with?
Post 9 Top goals and Fears
What I want in my piece is to be androgynous in its gender expression and form. With a lot of the fashion pieces I make, I want gender expressions and forms to be out of the question but what looks best for the piece to be the primary look for my outfit? I loved a…
Post 9: Top 5 Specifications, Top 5 Constraints- Ari Matrajt
For my kitchen tool project, the top five specifications I prioritize revolve around functionality, usability, aesthetics, and durability. Firstly, interchangeability is a must. The ability to switch between different utensil heads, such as a spatula to a spoon or a fork, adds versatility and convenience to the tool, making it useful in many cooking tasks…
Top 5 Specifications / Top 5 Constraints – AJ Terio
Top 5 Specifications / Top 5 Constraints ATLS 4279 – Aesthetics in Design AJ Terio 4/3/2024 What are the top 5 things you want your project to look like, to feel like, to do? Seamless intersections between the varying components that make up the full structure. This piece is going to consist of a…
Post 9: Top 5 Specifications, Top 5 Constraints
To judge my project success, I have come up with a list of my top 5 specifications that I would like to achieve with my artifact. They are: The project functions The symbolism elements in the final product come out well The colors I use have a vibrant appearance The project is able to assemble…
Top 5 Specifications and Constraints: Minimalist Interchangable Photo Collage
Top 5 Specifications and Constraints: Minimalist Interchangable Photo Collage By: Michael Gray A sketch of one mini-frame subassembly Introduction In this post, I will be discussing the top 5 specifications and constraints that I have identified regarding my final project: The Minimalist Interchangable Photo Collage. As this is the third post about my final project,…
PCB Lamp: Top Specs and Constraints
Project Overview From my previous posts, I have started designing a PCB lamp. Specifications and Constraints In order to successfully complete this project I have developed a set of constraints and specifications which I will follow for this project. Specifications While off, the lamp should be visually interesting In order to achieve this task, I…
Top 5 Specifications, Top 5 Constraints
Below you can see the sketches of my design for reference of the constraints and specs. These were the specifications I came up with for my project borrowed from post 8. The design needs to look like it’s an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) piece. This means that the design looks like it’s something you can…
Top 5 Specs and Constraints: Foam Exciter Speakers
For my project, I had originally wanted to create a minimalist desk with some hidden features integrated into it. I looked at material costs for the woods I had wanted to use, the table legs, and the components for the integrated features, as well as looked into the skills and tools required to make this…
Planter Box: priorities and constraints
My project is is to make a planter box that I can put in my apartment. After my initial design stage, I have come up with my top 5 priorities and top 5 constraints that I will go over below. Top 5 Priorities 1. My top priority is to make my planter box in the…
Post 9: Top 5 Specifications, Top 5 Constraints
My project is to make an Organic Modern mirror that is functional and also a decorative piece. After my initial design stage, I have come up with my top 5 specifications and top 5 constraints that I will go over below. Top 5 Specifications 1. My top specification is to make a mirror in…
Specifications and Constraints – Fountain Birdbath
For my final project, I will be creating a concrete fountain birdbath. My top five design specifications are a clean, professional-looking finish, a final product that contributes to a cottagecore aesthetic, strength and durability, a calming water feature, and sound materials used to create the birdbath. 1. Clean and Professional Finish This specification is first…
Post 9 – Nautilus Gear Considerations
I want my project to feel like a representation of myself. The form of the project itself and its components are thoughtfully created to tailor to my personal aesthetics, with the gears to represent myself as an engineer, the nautilus shell shape to pull from my childhood by the beach in San Diego, the wooden…
Post 9 – Main Project Specifications and Constraints
My project has one main purpose and several smaller purposes. The main purpose of the project is to hide the clutter caused by the wires of my vehicle gauges (water temp, transmission temp, and voltage). These wires are quite the eyesore and given that I drive this vehicle nearly every day, I see them frequently…
Post 9 – 2024 Specifications and Constraints
For my final project I am creating a virtual assistant using a chatbot. The main aesthetic for the virtual assistant is a combination of cyberpunk technology and graffiti. My main focus is the enclosure for the hardware and having a well designed and polished final product. Specifications 1. Aesthetic The biggest aspect of this project…
Specifications and Constraints: Cargo Kite
Specs: Large/Heavy-Lift, Rigid, Stable in Flight, Minimalist but Interesting, Unthreatening but Visible Constraints: TIME, man all those materials were expensive, Shop Availability, Sewing Ability, Headspace? One of the biggest goals of this design is to be large! This comes from both its ultimate purpose – being a kite that lifts things – and from my…
Top 5 specifications, top 5 constraints
The goal for my design project is to create a more complete version of my prototype cooler fan. I built the prototype last year and only focused on the functionality, and this time around I am trying to create a more “finished” product. The fan is rather simple, just a water pump cycling cold water…
Top 5 Specifications, Top 5 Constraints
I’m making a lamp shade that will rotate from the rising heat of the light bulb. It’ll be constructed to be in a Cottagecore/Goblincore type aesthetic. I plan on making it out of cardstock, some wire to hold its form, and color it with both markers and colored pencils. Specifications: 1 – I want the…
Final Project Specifications and Constraints
Recap: I am making a purely artistic, cannot be actually used for violence guillotine. It will be shorter at about 6 to 7 feet with and fully disassemble for transit. It will be bedazzled and cute to match the aesthetic of the McBling, the vision is a shiny phone case with rhinestones and flashes of…
Pinhole Camera: Specifications & Constraints
Project: I am planning to make a pinhole camera with a shutter mechanism that allows for different exposure times. This will be in the aesthetic of the iSpy books. Specifications: My specifications are guided by the ability to make an image–I want this camera to be functional. Making a shutter mechanism follows, as this is…
Post 9; Modern Chateau Model
My project so far has been taking on the look that I envisioned it would. That being that the 3D print is now as perfect as I want it to be, the stone and wired trees/ferns are starting to fit in place without tipping over etc. Even though I am about half way through with…
Specification and Constraints
My top five desires for my kite are to end with a kite that is bright, colorful, looks neatly sewn, functional and is a kite that couldn’t be purchased somewhere else. So far I have chosen fabric that is neon in a few different colors so my first two constraints have already been met. I…
Driftwood Light – Specifications and Constraints
As I move forward with the idea of making driftwood light, there are constraints as well as specifications that signify success in the production of the product. To signify that the driftwood light is a success, I consider the following specifications: 1. Aesthetic Appeal: The light should have a visually appealing design that effectively combines…
Post 9: top 5 specifications, top 5 contstaints
For my couch/bed in my van conversion, I want to include the following specifications: Specifications: 1) Ease of Conversion: The bed must be able to transition into the couch with ease, and vice versa. This is important to me in creating an environment inside of my small van that is stress-free and allows me to…
Specifications and Constraints
Top 5 Specifications: Music control functionality/Spotify interface The most important part of the project is that it has the ability to actually control my Spotify music library Connection to speakers To be a worthwhile desktop piece, it is crucial that the device is able to connect to external speakers so that music can be played…
Photography Cabinet: Top 5 Specifications, Top 5 Constraints
Top 5 things I want from my project: The design hits my vintage/minimalist aesthetic While I believe I can make the design hit my aesthetic, I will have to really research the stains I can use for my wood to help fit my aesthetic. There are several examples I have seen online but they…
Post 9: Top 5 specifications, top 5 constraints
I would like this project to be a functional swan neck wing that somewhat resembles a Porsche GT3RS wing. If the wing can withstand the vehicle operating at 140+ mphs without excessive deflection I would consider that a success. I also do want to paint it nardo grey and finish it with a 2 step…
Post 9: Minimalist Catan Board
Wooden Catan Board | Crafted Settlers Of Catan Wood Boards The main point of my project is to simplify and revamp the Catan board design. The plan is to make it in a minimalist aesthetic and get rid of most of the detail and color. I would say that the top 5 specifications I want…
Post 9: Top 5 Goals and Top 5 Constraints
Project: “Lil’ Storm Lamp” Aesthetic: “Oriental-Contemporary Fusion” Prompt: “What are the top 5 things you want your project to look like, to feel like, to do? What are the aspects that will tell you you’ve succeeded in your project? What are you prioritizing? Next, what are the top 5 constraints you face? Time, money, skills,…
Five Specifications and Five Constraints to Build a Bird House
For my project, I will be building a bird house in a suburban style. The bird house will have a moving front door, and a back panel that can be opened as well, so that the user can reach in and remove any nests at the end of the season. Additionally, I have decided to…
Specifications and Constraints- Abstract Art
For my project I have chosen Abstract art in combination with skeletal structure of the biggest earth excavator in the world. Bagger 288 built by the German company Krupp. The following are the top 5 specifications that I have considered for the completion of my Artifact: 1. My artifact should feel like a robust solid…
Infinity Mirror – Specifications and Constraints
To recap my project, I am making an infinity mirror with an LED strip in the middle as well as a Newton’s Cradle. I’d like to start with a quick update on my project. I have redesigned my frame that will be 3D printed to adhere to a 8”x8” mirror. Here is my current CAD…
Top 5 specifications, top 5 constraints: Airfoil Can Crusher
Background and Purpose My family is originally from Germany and, therefore, I love to drink sparkling water. I prefer sparkling water over regular water because I find it more refreshing. As a result, I go through many aluminum cans which all end up in the recycling bin. Each aluminum can takes up a substantial amount…
5 Priorities and Constraints: Mid-century Modern Newton’s Cradle
My top 5 priorities for the project are to capture the desired aesthetic, create an operational device, ensure a manufacturable toy, have it fit on my desk, and let it bring me joy. Unfortunately, I failed to achieve my desired aesthetic during the upcycle project, and I would like to have redemption. I believe that…
Post 9: Top 5 specifications, top 5 constraints – Sophie Berry
I would consider my final project a success if it has a well functioning dynamic portion. Since I am making a little model ornithopter I would like it to actually work as intended and be able to lift off and fly. Then the next thing that I would like is to be able to finish…
Album Booklet: Specifications & Constraints
Introduction As you’re probably aware, my final project for this class is a printed booklet full of graphic designs for the album Midnights by Taylor Swift. Specifications (1) Aesthetic Achieving the minimalist aesthetic is a huge specification for this project. I need to be careful of adding too much of anything (text, color, graphics). I…
Utilitarian Modular Container: Specs and Constraints
Specifications: 1. Utility The project’s primary focus is emulating the feeling that it can provide something useful when presented. Being a very stylized cargo container, it already provides the benefit of a storage unit. However, I wanted to add utility such as cargo nets along the portions of the panels for smaller objects, light sources…
Top 5 Constraints and Specifications
Specifications Visible infill pattern from the sides of the shoe. This project achieves its desired aesthetic of organic and futuristic by having a visible infill pattern from the 3D printer. This can be achieved in the Prusa MK4 3D printing slicer program available at the Idea Forge. To do this, I just need no perimeter…
Post 9: Specifications and Constraints
Project Description My project is a mechanical wooden puzzle that is intended to resemble a whimsical carousel. All of the pieces will be laser cut and pieced together in a way where they can be taken apart and put back together while still maintaining functionality. The dimensions of this project will most likely be under a…
NASA Pragmatism Project: Top 5 specifications, top 5 constraints
For my final design project, I am choosing to design a concept for a long transit spacecraft in the style of what I like to call ‘NASA Pragmatism’, an aesthetic that is driven by functional design for space, but ends up having a very distinct and recognizable look nonetheless. To summarize the entire…
Design Project Specifications and Constraints
For my final project I’m aiming to design a minimalist coaster that will both fit many different mugs that I have but also be extremely functional. I have gotten really tired of having cups that don’t have coasters that feel like they’ll fit, and my current coaster is a limited warranty pamphlet because I haven’t…
Post 9: NeuMouse Requirements and Restrictions
Recap: I am designing a computer mouse in the style of ‘neumorphism’. Neumorphism is an aesthetic commonly used in modern UI’s which originates from skeumorphism and glassmorphism. It is characterized by rounded shapes which appear to protrude and fade into a background of a similar shade and color. Typical color schemes contain neon/pastel blues and…
Post 9: Top 5 specifications, top 5 constraints
For my final project I am still on course for creating a Viking aesthetic wood carving electric guitar. The main project entails the creation of a bespoke electric guitar entirely crafted from wood, including the body, neck, and fretboard. Embracing a natural aesthetic, the guitar will feature hand-carved wooden embellishments inspired by elements of the…
Top 5 Specifications: Industrial Lamp
One of the things I would most defiantly like is that I would like a dimmer in my project. Adding to that I want to ensure that the dimmer not only has a tactile feel but is incredibly satisfying. One of the other things I would like is that I want this piece to look…
Post 9: Specifications and Constraints
Project Reminder: My final project will be a simplistic, low profile wooden light fixture taking inspiration from the minimalist aesthetic. It will be constructed from a hallowed out 2×4 plank of wood, a 3/8th acrylic sheet and warm LED strip lights. The dynamic component of this project will be from the LED’s ability to change…
Top 5 specifications and constraints
My final project as discussed in previous posts will be a wristwatch with the goal of the aesthetic to match a Las Vegas Casino and directly inspired from a roulette wheel. However, after extensive research and online shopping, this aesthetic combined with the already difficult task of creating a wristwatch might have been a little…
Mid-Century Modern Xylophone: Top 5 Specifications, Constraints
My final project is to create a small, box-resonated xylophone in the mid-century modern style. While my main focus on this project is the aesthetic, I would also like this to be a playable instrument. Here are some of my most important specifications and biggest constraints. Specifications Aesthetic This one is pretty obvious. This project…
Top 5 Specification & Top 5 Constraints: Guitar Pedal
As my project is a guitar overdrive pedal, the main thing I am prioritizing is the functionality of the circuit that will create the guitar distortion sound. I am prioritizing this circuit functionality because without an operating circuit to distort the original signal from the guitar, the pedal is basically a box of unusable electronic…
Wind Turbine Specs and Constraints
Example of Vertical Wind Turbine 1 These are the top five specifications for my project: The wind turbine should look minimalist in nature with no strong presence of color to keep the color scheme as simple as possible to achieve that goal. As my components will be mostly 3D printed, this can be accomplished by…
Post 9 : Top 5 specifications, top 5 constraints
To ensure the success of my project, it’s crucial that I clearly define my top priorities and constraints. Here are the top five aspects I’m focusing on for each: My Top 5 Project Goals Aesthetic Appeal: I want my project to visually embody a fusion of natural elements with steampunk design. It should showcase intricate…
Top 5 Specs and Constraints: Extending Coffee Table
This project has become my favorite pastime as designing and engaging in aesthetic thinking is a nice oasis for my brain and energy to focus on. Within this passion though it is still important to focus on the constraints and the important aspects of the project to ensure that I can complete it by the…
Specs & Constraints – Dynamic Welded Sculpture
As I delve deeper into the world of kinetic sculpture, I’m constantly reminded of the delicate dance between inspiration and constraint. In this follow-up post, I’ll outline the top 5 specifications driving my project forward and the top 5 constraints challenging its execution. Top 5 Specifications: Minimalist Aesthetic: Inspired by the philosophy of ‘What you…
Specifications and Constraints — Gameboy
My dynamic project is Arduino-controlled replication of “Thin Ice”, a minigame of the computer-based online game, Club Penguin. For those that don’t know, here is a brief explanation of the game: The player is a puffle or an in-game pet that melts the ice beneath it. The player moves with the arrow on a keyboard.…
Project specifications and restraints
As a quick recap, my project is creating an end table out of an old school desk, I am designing it in the Bauhaus aesthetic because of the metal pipes the desk legs are made of. My main goal with this project is to keep it clean, Bauhaus is a very minimalistic aesthetic so I…
Specifications and Constraints – Scandinavian Lamp
As a reminder, here is what my project is about: I am planning on making a lamp either for my desk or bedside table. I want it to be something that I can turn on late at night to provide me with light without keeping me awake. This would be done through the use of…
Game Board – Top 5 specifications, Top 5 constraints
As mentioned in previous posts, I want to make this project look home styled and classic. To achieve this I plan on doing a couple simple designs to really achieve this aesthetic. To begin, I want to prioritize the size and shape. To fulfill the atmosphere of sitting at a comforting table, the game board…
Alexander Calder Style Kinetic Sculpture: Top 5 Specifications and Constraints
As I’ve stated in my previous posts about my final project I plan to make an Alexander Calder inspired kinetic sculpture. I’m trying to create a mobile that looks weightless. One of the main specifications that I’m aiming for is the visual appearance of the sculpture appearing to defy gravity; this specification is going to…
Post 9: Top 5 Specifications, Top 5 Constraints
Top 5 Specifications: 1. Uniform Disk Distribution Since it aligns with my aesthetic and aids in visualizing how the air is moving over discrete spaces I want my project to have as near to a uniform reflective disk distribution as possible. Since the project is going to be fairly large even a small slant in…
Top 5 specifications, top 5 constraints : Programmable LED Display
Top 5 Specifications for a Programmable LED Display with a Wood Frame Functionality: The core of this project is to build a programmable LED display that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also versatile in its application. The functionality encompasses the ability to display various patterns, animations, and potentially interactive content. This includes the possibility…
Retro Ski Bench: Top 5 Specifications, Top Five Constraints
For my project I am constructing a bench out of steel tubing and recycled retro skis. The bench will follow the aesthetics of Retro Skiing, which draws inspiration from the 80’s freestyle skiing movement, and its interesting patterns and neon colors. Before starting fabrication of the bench, I will lay out five specifications that I…
Blog Post #9: Bikepacking Frame Bag : Top 5 specifications, top 5 constraints
The biggest priority for my bag is to achieve the outdoor minimalist aesthetic. To achieve this my project will need to be/have a… -Well built: because I want the bag to feel like other high end outdoor equipment. I want to use high quality materials and good sewing techniques to give this feeling. The design…
Camping Table – Specifications, Constraints
For my final project I am building a camping table to put in the back of my car. I am a fan of camping out of my car, and I would love to have something that I can put things to cook on when I want to. I would also love it if it’s something…
Steering Wheel: Specs and Constraints
For my final project I am creating a Street Racing Steering Wheel that will connect to and control an xbox controller. The primary goal of my project is to embody the street racing aesthetic in every aspect. I want the final product to exhibit the sleek, futuristic style that is common within this aesthetic. It…
Post 9: Brutalist Lamp
For my project, I have some very specific looks I am going for in the sense of portraying my aesthetic and utilizing light. First, since I am going for the concrete brutalist aesthetic, I want to produce the smoothest surface finish on the lamp as possible. I hope to have the exterior concrete shell of…
Post 9: Top 5’s
Top 5 things I want my project to look like: Sleek Lighted Contrasting Speakeasy-esque Industrial Feel like: Classy Eloquent Fitted Polished Sharp Do: Display bottles Light from the bottom Change light color Sit flat Store easily What will tell me I’ve succeeded: The expression of awe from those that see it for…
Gigaleaf Post 9
The top 5 things my project needs to do are as follows Display pretty light patterns Look minimalistic Have good UI/UX Be integrated with Spotify Be integrated with Rekordbox For light patterns, I want it to look pretty and eye-catching while also working with the minimalist aesthetic. I am thinking of using 2 color perlin…
Specifications and Constraints – Snuffle Mat
I want to begin by recapping my plan and updating my progress for my final design project. I plan to make three snuffle mats, one for each of my two dogs and one for my cat. A snuffle mat is a flat mat that has bits of fabric attached to it that create pockets and…
Post 9: Top 5 Specifications, Top 5 Constraints
Post 9: Top 5 Specifications, Top 5 Constraints Dutch Style Cheese Press that the Author is emulating. After returning from spring break, the final deadline for this project feels quite close. With 3 weeks left, certain parts of the project must be made a priority while dealing with current constraints. The project is a dutch…
Post 9 – Sisyphus Table Top 5 Specifications and Constraints
What are the top 5 things you want your project to look like, to feel like, to do? 1. Draw at least 1 geometric pattern in sand In order to call the project a success, I hope to be able to draw at least one geometric pattern in the sand bed, and then be able…
Specifications and Constraints – Stop Motion Dinosaur
Specifications Maneuverability: I think the most important element to the functionality of my project is going to be the model’s articulation and ability to hold a variety of poses. After all, the whole point is that I’ll be able to animate with it, so the materials need to be flexible enough to allow for a…
Post 9 – Top 5 Specifications – Top 5 Constraints
For my final project I intend to achieve a minimalist nature aesthetic through the use of laser cutting acrylic, coding individually addressable LEDs, and utilizing an Arduino Uno tied with a photoresistor to act as the brains behind the dynamic aspect of my project. My end goal is to create a wall fixture that resembles…
Top 5 Specifications and Top 5 Constraints: Custom Bicycle Frame
My final project for this course will consist of documenting the design process and aesthetic decisions that have gone into making my own custom bicycle frame. I have been working on this project as a part of an independent study course at CU. With this in mind, I have several design specifications and constraints. My…
Specifications and Constraints
Top 5 Specifications High Quality Laser Cut Patterns The most important aspect of the project is the quality of the laser cut mountain and tree patterns. If those don’t turn out well, the piece will not be the desired quality and my parents won’t want to have it displayed in their new house. Matches…
Guinea Pig Storybook Castle – Top 5 Specifications and Top 5 Constraints
For my project I will be making a storybook castle playground for my two guinea pigs, Boba and Mochi. My motivation was to give them a safe play environment when I take them out into my yard. As I am going into the manufacturing phase, my top five priorities and top five constraints are as…
Brutalist Desk Lamp Specifications and Constraints
Before I introduce my top 5 specifications and constraints, I would like to give a quick progress update on my project. At this point in time, I have ordered and received all of my parts from McMaster-Carr. This includes several tube joints, a light bulb fixture, and 4 feet of aluminum tubing that I will…
Top 5 Specifications, Top 5 Constraints
Joshua Beijer Top 5 Specifications, Top 5 Constraints Specifications 1. Professional Design My ultimate goal for this project is to make something I am proud to display on my desk in my future career. For this to happen, the artifact will need to look professional in quality and design. I will need to make a…
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