sine tap
concept
a design for an unusual and unorthodox tap. Inspired by the simplicity of the sine wave, implemented to create a playful aesthetic. currently in dialogue with manufacturers to find a suitable production strategy, but casting seems to be the most appropriate strategy, and currently awaiting production availability for further testing.
intended to grow into a small family of sine taps of differing size, thickness and repetition to suit a number of different scenarios such as basin, kitchen, bath.
parametric design
using Rhino grasshopper to define a set of a parameters which inform the geometry of the tap. It is easy to experiment with different combinations of parameters and find what is most appealing
manufacture
despite appearing beautifully simple, and devoid of unnecessary ornamentation, the form is in fact surprisingly hard to manufacture. the wall thickness means that it cannot be welded together from straight and radii pieces of tube. nor can it be 3D printed in metal as it internal support structures cannot be removed.
casting
casting is the only realistic manufacturing strategy, whereby sand core is used to form the internal void along which the water can travel. availability of a suitable metal casting company has been hard to find. material for casting is preferably stainless steel for quality and longevity, but brass or aluminium are possible alternatives.
finishing
the tap is a representation of fun and playful design. and the finish of the tap will also continue this belief with a high-quality powder coat finish in a range of bright colours
what can I help you with?
I love design and solving problems
+ industrial design
+ architectural design
+ circular design
+ material design
+ parametric design
+ design writing
who am I?
Bertie Hipkin.
I have recently finished studying a masters in ‘Design for Manufacture’ (MArch) at the Bartlett School of Architecture within University College London.
I am a keen problem solver and hope to apply my skills to find answers to some of the issues we face, both big and small.
I am interested in a wide spectrum of things, and try to identify the knock-on effects of design decisions.
The ideas of using reed which I propose here were uncovered in the process of writing my masters thesis.
But felt the idea had great potential and deserved being taken further.
what can I help you with?
I love design and solving problems
+ industrial design
+ architectural design
+ circular design
+ material design
+ parametric design
+ design writing
who am I?
Bertie Hipkin.
I have recently finished studying a masters in ‘Design for Manufacture’ (MArch) at the Bartlett School of Architecture within University College London.
I am a keen problem solver and hope to apply my skills to find answers to some of the issues we face, both big and small.
I am interested in a wide spectrum of things, and try to identify the knock-on effects of design decisions.
The ideas of using reed which I propose here were uncovered in the process of writing my masters thesis.
But felt the idea had great potential and deserved being taken further.
drop me a line
I love a creative challenge; a house, a hairbrush, a hand dryer, or anything in between.
I would love the chance to get involved with anything that requires some design, so drop me a line, and let’s see what happens.