To
begin this project, I was given a packet of balloons which was the main
material I had to work with. I began by analysing and observing my object, I drew
some quick sketches of the balloons in different angles to help me generate
idea as I wanted to think outside the box and be innovative with my concepts
and designs. I thought about the purpose of a balloon, which is to be blown up
and used as decoration, however if you manipulate the object and cut it up into
strips it becomes a rubber material that I could weave or tie together rather
than an object that you just blow up.
I cut
up some of the balloons and attempted to weave them together however this wasn’t
very successful. After thorough research I felt inspired me Theresa Obermoser’s
geodesic igloos. The structure in her design was such a simple concept yet it
was rather extraordinary.
I decided
to create domes out of the balloons using glue and string and then use these
domes as part of a structure of a mosque. My design and making process was very
simple and straight forward but it was a challenge to come up with a decent
idea. I was overall really pleased with my final outcome. It turned out just
how I imagined and I didn’t face any major difficulties. Next time I would perhaps
create a structure that shows the interior rather than just the exterior so
that my projects are focusing more towards interior design and so that it can
be more of a challenge for me.
