phase design gave the same design brief to 5 different designers/design groups: design a candleholder based on a solid american walnut block (12” x 9” x 1.75”) with turned brass inserts. same starting point, but very different results.

Bearing – Claesson Koivisto Rune	Luna – Khodi Feiz
Block – Arik Levy	Bias – Mike & Maaike
Ziba – Phase Design/Reza Feiz

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looking at it a while ago, shapeways seemed like just another rapid prototyping service. but in addition to the standard collection of different plastic materials, they also offer models in stainless steel. and until the end of this month, even with an optional gold plating. seems like a great way to design and build jewelry.