Tuesday, 31 May 2011

Installation of the Durham Time Line

On Tuesday May 24th work began on the installation of the Time Line which has been in storage since delivery in February.
Preparing the site.

Lifting gear.

Manoeuvring No.11 into place..... just 31 more to go!
Further down the line....

Thursday 26th May approximately a quarter of the Time Line is down in its final position.

Progression of the Pebbles

Once the blocks of polystyrene have been cut down and a rough shape has been cut, work can begin refining the form.

Using a surform to refine the shape.
Sanding using various grades of sand paper to smooth the surface.


Wednesday, 18 May 2011

Work Begins

Beginning work on the polystyrene patterns for the Wolverton Mill Play Area pieces.
The sound on these little videos is quite harsh so if you are in a room with others I recommend adjusting the volume on your computer.

Monday, 9 May 2011

Final Designs and Maquettes

Final designs were presented to the client on Wednesday May 4th.
We have now been given the go-ahead to begin fabrication.
Scale drawings.
Overall lay out.
Bench.
Scale models/maquettes