Treasure Hunts & 3D Prints
Design Ideas and Random Thoughts
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Quote I’m pondering:
"An object should be judged by whether it has a form consistent with its use." – Bruno Munari
3D printed footwear
This week I’ve been experimenting with 3D printing in its many forms. Loads of brands do it (mostly badly except for Dior’s maybe) and always futuristic looking for some reason, but I think it’s brilliant for one-off accessory collaborations like an accessory with an artist or a special store, a tiro lampo o terminali, a special edition invite ring, or just for fun.
We did 4 different pieces, each with their own unique pros and cons depending on their funcion.
Pros: No tooling, no lasts, no patterns, no assembly lines, no glue, no MOQs, or regional factory limitations! It’s like printing a brochure, and so the customisation options are endless.
Cons: 3D printing costs can add up per unit, resolution (those layered lines) isn’t perfect, and material options are still limited. Also finding the right type of printer is key and some can be really expensive. Printing in one material is a bit limited too but metallic accessories and prints can be added post production like we did with the accessories above
My Recommends this week:
I recently discovered geocaching, and since it’s half-term, I’ve been out with the kids up Salisbury Hill, on the beaches of the Jurassic coast, everywhere hunting for hidden treasure! Its wild that no major brand (that I know of) has jumped on this. Imagine: sponsored cache boxes, brand-affiliated locations, curated swaps (small treasures you exchange). The community aspect is massive if done right. It could even be reimagined specifically for design - treasure hunt based on iconic or unusual designs spots and classics instead of traditional caches.
Till next time…
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