Liquid foam casting process
TETRAHE-JI MODULE
PITCHER
CARAFE
The form of basic module is designed with the pitcher and the carafe from Russel Wright’s American Modern Collection. Tetrahedron as basic packing geometry, the objects are placed on each angle and the seams are smoothened .
Liquid Foam Casting & Fabrication CNC milled medium density form mold is prepared. Press’n Seal and petroleum are put first for the pieces to come off easily. Liquid form compound is mixed only right before pouring. The mixture is promptly poured into the mold. The lid is quickly placed for the mold to be clamped. All the steps are to be done in a prompt manner to prevent overflow of the compound. Leave it to rise fully for few minutes. Unclamped and Press’n Seal to be come off to remove residue of petroleum. Then the pieces to be sorted according to the inventory. They are glued, gessoed and spray-painted before the assembly. Six modules to make a hexagonal cluster, which become one of eight to form the complete pavilion.