Algae
Thin curves radiate from a central root to form an irregular expansive network in this stainless steel jewelry collection that explores a density sensitive branching growth system.
The patterns are grown organically through a process that mimics the branching structure of algae and plants.
Ammonite
Ammonite is inspired by the interlocking suture patterns found in the fossilized cephalopods called ammonites. The forms themselves are grown through a simulation of dendritic solidification, a process related to supercooled crystal growth.
Cell Cycle
A collection of 3-dimensional cellular jewelry inspired by the microscopic shells of radiolarians. The complex forms were created through simulations of the physical forces in a cellular network. Each piece is built up layer by layer using 3d-printing. You can use our interactive webGL app to morph, twist, and subdivide; transforming a simple mesh to a complex patterned structure.
Dendrite
Stainless steel is cut into delicate forms inspired by the aggregate growth of coral.
An interactive algorithm controls the aggregation allowing consumers to participate in the design process.
Hyphae
Hyphae is a collection of 3D printed artifacts constructed of rhizome-like networks. Inspired vein structures, we created a simulation which uses physical growth principles to build sculptural, organic structures. Starting from an initial seed and a surface, we grow a hierarchical network where nodes constantly branch and merge.
Lamina
Multiple layers of plastic and stainless steel create a fluid form inspired by the morphology of orchids.
Radiolaria
Lace-like structures are cut from silicone rubber and etched out of stainless steel.
The pattern displays shifts in direction and scale, creating a sense of movement and tension. These complex forms recall those of radiolarians, plant cells and even the familiar honey comb.
Reaction
Sculptural ceramics and lamps created by simulating reaction-diffusion, a process that mimics how organisms form patterns
Xylem
A jewelry collection based on the process of vein formation in leaves. Our simulation models how the flow of growth horomones causes complex networks of veins to form. The resultant pieces explore the breadth of possible patterning and create impossible, unnatural forms combining the geometric and organic.
One of a Kind
Several of our designs come in series of all unique pieces, each one grown as a one of a kind design using our generative systems. There are also apps in the shop that allow you to interact with our systems and design your own pieces.
