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Xylem Trellis (13 new items)

We designed an intricate, leaf-inspired pattern to clad a greenhouse in Philadelphia, PA. The work was commissioned by SMP Architects who are renovating the Horticultural Center at Fairmount Park. The patterns will be used to create a perforated facade for the building, that functions both as a shade and a trellis. A botanical garden is a fitting setting for our work, and we are intrigued by the idea that the structure will gradually be overgrown by climbing plants. We also created another set of screens for a vestibule in the building. We generated the patterns with our Xylem software which is based on how veins form in leaves. The main design constraint was that the client wanted a pattern that varied gradually in density and would be suitable for laser cutting in plywood.

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Reaction Cup and Plate

Porcelain cups and plates featuring an organic embossed surface. The form is the result of a computer simulation of reaction-diffusion, a natural patterning process that creates the dots and stripes seen on the skins and shells of many animals from tropical fish to zebras and leopards. The embossing creates a unique look as well as textural experience when handling the cup.

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Cellular Engagement Ring

Two layers of cellular structure twist around the ring, transforming into an organic cage for a one carat diamond on top of this palladium engagement ring. materials: palladium, diamond

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Florescence Engagement Ring - central stone

A version of our Florescence Engagement ring in white gold featuring a half carat diamond focal stone. Like dewdrops on flower petals, four smaller diamonds are nestled within the ring's undulating form. 14kt white gold with .5 carat central diamond, and 4 small accessory stones

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5-diamond ring with matching bands

This custom engagement ring and wedding band set was cast in palladium from 3D-printed wax. The engagement ring was designed to incorporate 5 diamonds that the client already owned in an asymmetrical pattern. The couple's wedding bands each have the same twisting pattern of cells but they spin in opposite directions. The wife's wedding band nestles perfectly against one edge of the engagement ring.