Digitally Woven
'Digitally Woven,' a project that explores craft techniques in 3D printed recycled polymer.
Digitally Woven is a collaboration between Gareth Neal and The New Raw, which was funded by The Better Factory though an EU grant. The printing method developed throughout this project pushes the boundaries of traditional 3D printing. The robot manages to print in space (not in layers) whilst still creating structural pieces, it uses a three times recycled polymer (a feat usually not attempted due to the materials inherently unstable nature), uses less material and can be used to create a variety of interesting forms. Digitally Woven was conceived through research into various crafts such as knitting, crochet and weaving. This reference to traditional craft runs throughout the body of work, from the tests to the final pieces.
The Loopy chair is the first piece of furniture created by printing in a series of interlocking loops, which provide the stability required.
Digitally Woven: Loopy Chair
Material: Thrice-recycled Polymer
If you are interested in Digitally Woven: Loopy or commissioning a piece for your home or interior project please contact us.
