DESIGN

My design theory is based on the beauty and simplicity of materials. Minimalist designs allow for the true nature of the material to be the visual appear in a piece of art. Attention to every detail is important to my style of design. By not using extravagant colors or elaborate ornament, size, material, and connection become the most thought out part of the project. I use these aspects to create a complimentary composition that is both visually appealing as well as conceptually strong.

"Through Battle Comes Beauty"

16"x16"x3"

Walnut, Ash, Absolute Granite, Steel

"Through Battle Comes Beauty" re-imagines the typical style of the modern day chess set. Each piece was thoughtfully designed to portray the character of each piece, and the role they play throughout the game. Steel acts as a binding material between the two sides, as well as the marker for distinguishing what piece it is. Ash wood was used for the white side, while walnut was used for the black. The 36 pieces rest against an absolute black granite slab that very faintly shows the checkered pattern of the classic board.

"Thrice"

36"x36"x12"

Walnut, Glass, Steel

"Thrice" was an exploration of interlocking materials through the form of a minimalist coffee table using three main materials, wood (walnut), steel, and glass.

"Weak-End Table"

24"x12"

Wood Log (Species Unknown), Steel

Simple concept for a weekend end table project. The wood log (species unknown) was a throw away piece cleared from the property of Benjamin Nutter Architects. The top plate was cut and raised off the body of the log to create a small reveal, just deep enough to place a couple remotes, a book, and other small items out of the eye of visitors. The top steel legs are slid into a 1/8" groove cut into the the body of the log, as well as a small notch in the top plate, where it flushes up to the surface, allowing a smooth surface to rest a plate, cup, lamp, etc. Walnut Danish Oil was used to stain the wood to a darker, more rich tone. The steal legs are all held in place simply due to the pressure of the precisely cut groove. This allows the piece to be disassembled and reassembled with out the use of any adhesives, nuts, bolts or screws, a concept that has influenced much of my previous designs.