ABOUT ME
Hi! I’m Ben and I’m a designer and builder. I love taking ideas from early concepts all the way to final product, and being involved in every step of the journey. I have an academic background in environmental design and sustainability, and over 5 years of working experience in industrial art fabrication and construction.
Skills: Graphic Design, 3D Modeling, Concept Design,
Metal Fabrication, Woodworking, Animation, Editing
Education: UC Berkeley, Lund University, LWHS
Hobbies: Backpacking, Motorcycles, Cooking
ABOUT projects
The 5 highlighted projects are from both my time in higher education and in my professional career. While I worked extensively with a team in a studio environment throughout my course, I have selected projects in which I was either the main or sole contributor.
For each highlighted project, I have included the following:
A line drawing - showcasing vector based design work
A 3D model - showcasing modeling skills and software competency
A photo - showcasing the final product and all the necessary fabrication techniques
A logo - showcasing graphic design skills and an understanding of branding
An animation - allowing an immersive 360° experience
Additional photos - highlighting key details or showing the fabrication process
additional projects
Additional projects have been selected that are either smaller scale personal projects, or larger scale projects in which I contributed as a team member.
PLAY AREAS, EXHIBITS, PARKS, AND MUSEUMS
SJCDM: Exploration Portal
Peralta Hacienda Historical Park
SF Zoo - Lipman Family Madagascar Center
Kidspace Museum: Muddy Boot Farm
Sausalito Ice House Museum
Delta Discovery Experience
Yellow Brick Road
Pogo Park: Harbour 8
SJ Rotary Play Garden
OFJCC Oasis
Presidio Middle School
My role in these projects varied and included one or several of the following contributions:
Concept Design
Graphic Design
Design Document Generation
Research and Development
Fabrication
Production
Installation
Maintenance
SOFTWARE I USE:
Contact
benthornley@berkeley.edu