Jelly Stool
Furniture.
Birch Ply, 1/4” Steel.
2023
Furniture.
Birch Ply, 1/4” Steel.
2023
This is a simple stool utilizing 3D modelling and CNC technology to produce a functional piece of furniture at a low cost. Simple tabs slotted into each other provide a strong surface, suitable as a seat or a small table. A steel ring made from 1/4” rod, bent and welded into a continuos loop sits around the legs adds extra stability and a nice aesthetic detail.
The form is loosely based on a jelly fish (hence the name) with nods to retrofuturism. It is easily disassembled and reassembled making it good for moving and easy storage if not in use.
The form is loosely based on a jelly fish (hence the name) with nods to retrofuturism. It is easily disassembled and reassembled making it good for moving and easy storage if not in use.
1-3. Photos of the final piece.
4. Isographic drawing of the stool.
5-6. 3D models of the design.
7. Pieces of the jelly stool.
About Me
Hello, my name is Karla Erasmus and I’m an industrial designer currently practicing in Vancouver BC, located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. I graduated from Emily Carr University of Art and Design in May 2023.
Hello, my name is Karla Erasmus and I’m an industrial designer currently practicing in Vancouver BC, located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. I graduated from Emily Carr University of Art and Design in May 2023.
Scope of Work
Over the past few years I’ve become familiar with a variety of materials and process and types of design. I’ve worked with wood, textiles, and metal as my primary materials but I love to explore unfamiliar materials. In addition to traditional design (furniture and product) I’m also interested in jewelery design as well as engaging in speculative and critical design.
Over the past few years I’ve become familiar with a variety of materials and process and types of design. I’ve worked with wood, textiles, and metal as my primary materials but I love to explore unfamiliar materials. In addition to traditional design (furniture and product) I’m also interested in jewelery design as well as engaging in speculative and critical design.