Strataboard
Bent-Lamination Workstation
Strataboard is the result of a 4-month research-intensive project focusing on the J. Paul Leonard Library and inefficient workspace utilization. Equal parts functional problem solving and novel, bold approach to form and manufacture.
The Concept
Inspired by origami and the complex art that can come from a two-dimensional material, the challenge was to create an entire workstation using a single bent-lamination structure. The only additional structural component: a steel dowel rod at the intersection of vertical and horizontal faces.
Engineering
After modeling in Solidworks, the geometry was reverse-engineered to arrive at the precise profile of the two-dimensional sheets. CNC was used to create molds from durable plywood and MDF, soaked for 2 hours, configured, laminated with wood glue, and clamped for 48 hours.
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The Final Prototype
The prototype was very successful. It was sanded, oiled, and painted to match the J. Paul Leonard Library aesthetics before installation in the commons area.
