The Orbit Collection is a collaborative furniture series designed with two peers, inspired by the flight paths and motion of satellites. The collection explores how rolled metal tubes can express movement and weightlessness through clean geometry and repetition.
The Astro Collection
William Waris, Liza sanborn, & Kolby Krishna
Metalworking
Integrated form studies, CAD modeling, and hands-on fabrication to refine the final designs.
Design
Explored how geometry and repetition can visually express movement through structure. Balanced aesthetic lightness with structural strength, emphasizing flow and continuity.
Skills Shown
Collaboration
Explored how geometry and repetition Developed full-scale prototypes
Metal bending and welding
CAD modeling
Overview
Bent 3/4 Steel Tube
The Astro Table
The Astro Table drew inspiration from mid-century space-age design, blending playful geometry with refined simplicity. It was build and designed by me in my first furniture course. Its curved surfaces and floating form reflect the optimism and experimentation of the era. The table became inspiration for us as well for the Orbit Collection.
Chair and Ottoman
Table
The table includes acrylic coasters that connect together.
Lamp
The lamp features a large dimmable bulb that is controlled by touching any of the metal on the base.
The Complete Collection
Sketching
Initial team ideas were sketched out to decide on design directions.
Concept Creation and CAD
A variety of models were created in Rhino 3D
Final Design
Design was refined using CAD and Hololens, fabrication plans were created
Fabrication
Cutting, Bending, Welding, Grinding, Painting, and Upholstery
The Big Reveal
Featured at Kansas State Design Show Made in Manhattan