DAVID: FABRICATED

2016, Digital Fabrication - CNC
Professors: Glenn Wilcox
Design Team: David Deiss, Gideon Schwartzman, William Pellacani
Objectives

- Introduce the process of subtractive fabrication via 3-axis
CNC milling
- Determine a detailed design solution to a common architectural
system problem
- Explore techniques of joinery with different materials
- Understand material and machine tolerances
- Optimize efficiency of material and production

The Wall Panel

The surface was milled and Michelangelo’s “David” was pocket drilled into the surface to create a wall assembly that is perceived differently at multiple distances. The pattern is expressive at a distance yet repressive in close contact. As a result, this technique fabricates a duality of an otherwise iconic image. By devising a system of individual units which work together as a whole, standard sheet stock material was articulated into a full-scale prototype assembly. CNC technology allowed for the opportunity of the unit customization and self-similar part assemblies. The CAD-CAM subtractive machining process was oblivious to the complexity of cut files. We explored the ramifications of 3D assembly with prototyped parts from a 1/2” birch plywood sheet stock.

Assemblage

Draw back