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infinity totems

the infinite figures series of necklaces result from combining two triangular prisms and and two cubes in every possible combination, resulting 256 base forms…

256 combinations of paired triangular prisms and cubes

256 combinations of paired triangular prisms and cubes

the infinity totems result from a matrix of two cubes and two triangular prisms configured in every possible square arrangement, resulting in 1024 base forms. These 1024 forms are then stacked at random into small, medium, large and extra large figures, producing an almost infinite number of possible combinations for each totem. this makes each artifact unique, and special to you.

even the smallest necklace, which is only four layers tall, results in over a trillion (1,099,511,627,776) possible combinations, a number that is equivalent to the number of seconds in 31,546 years, which is longer than humans have existed on earth. alas, we are all insignificant specs of dust when compared to the scale of the unbounded universe. the infinite figures necklaces were designed both as a reminder of this fact, but also as a means of tapping into the abstract notion of infinity through the physicality of a simple object that can be held to our chests.

necklaces are completed with a simple metallic chain, in 14k gold, sterling silver, or brass.

figures are made to order. production and delivery times may vary.


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interdimensional wallpaper

the first apartment that i moved into in nyc was a basement apartment…

the first apartment that i moved into in nyc was a basement apartment. the front of the apartment opened out onto a sunken courtyard, with full sized windows, so that if you only experienced the space from this vantage, you would never know how far below the earth it was buried. interdimensional wallpaper was developed out of this curiosity around the ground datum that existed beyond the walls of that first apartment, and as a way of making tangible the phenomena, whether real or imaginary, that exist beyond the physical boundaries of the spaces we inhabit.

in order to achieve its illusion, the wallpaper is installed so that the divide between the subterranean and above ground scenes is aligned to the outside ground plane. owners are encouraged to play with these datums and to align them with their imagined realities. the patterns may also be applied monolithically, in which case they function as a standard wallpaper without seems.

interdimensional wallpaper is made to order. production and delivery times may vary.


trellis : day
from $15.00

the first apartment that i moved into in nyc was a basement apartment. the front of the apartment opened out onto a sunken courtyard, with full sized windows, so that if you only experienced the space from this vantage, you would never know how far below the earth it was buried. interdimensional wallpaper was developed out of this curiosity around the ground datum that existed beyond the walls of that first apartment, and as a way of making tangible the phenomena, whether real or imaginary, that exist beyond the physical boundaries of the spaces we inhabit.

in order to achieve its illusion, the wallpaper is installed so that the divide between the subterranean and above ground scenes is aligned to the outside ground plane. owners are encouraged to play with these datums and to align them with their imagined realities. the patterns may also be applied monolithically, in which case they function as a standard wallpaper without seems.

the pattern of the trellis wallpaper is inspired by william morris’ arts and craft prints, with the underground scenes applying a subterranean filter to morris’ bucolic themes of birds and english foliage. flowers transform into potatoes, birds into skeletons, and a wood trellis into an interlocking bone lattice.

interdimensional wallpaper is made to order. production and delivery times may vary.

trellis : night
from $15.00

the first apartment that i moved into in nyc was a basement apartment. the front of the apartment opened out onto a sunken courtyard, with full sized windows, so that if you only experienced the space from this vantage, you would never know how far below the earth it was buried. interdimensional wallpaper was developed out of this curiosity around the ground datum that existed beyond the walls of that first apartment, and as a way of making tangible the phenomena, whether real or imaginary, that exist beyond the physical boundaries of the spaces we inhabit.

in order to achieve its illusion, the wallpaper is installed so that the divide between the subterranean and above ground scenes is aligned to the outside ground plane. owners are encouraged to play with these datums and to align them with their imagined realities. the patterns may also be applied monolithically, in which case they function as a standard wallpaper without seems.

the pattern of the trellis wallpaper is inspired by william morris’ arts and craft prints, with the underground scenes applying a subterranean filter to morris’ bucolic themes of birds and english foliage. flowers transform into potatoes, birds into skeletons, and a wood trellis into an interlocking bone lattice.

interdimensional wallpaper is made to order. production and delivery times may vary.

kanin : day
from $15.00

the first apartment that i moved into in nyc was a basement apartment. the front of the apartment opened out onto a sunken courtyard, with full sized windows, so that if you only experienced the space from this vantage, you would never know how far below the earth it was buried. interdimensional wallpaper was developed out of this curiosity around the ground datum that existed beyond the walls of that first apartment, and as a way of making tangible the phenomena, whether real or imaginary, that exist beyond the physical boundaries of the spaces we inhabit.

in order to achieve its illusion, the wallpaper is installed so that the divide between the subterranean and above ground scenes is aligned to the outside ground plane. owners are encouraged to play with these datums and to align them with their imagined realities. the patterns may also be applied monolithically, in which case they function as a standard wallpaper without seems.

the pattern of the kanin wallpaper is inspired by swedish fabric designer, ulla ericsson’s, 1970’s kanin fabric print, with the underground filter revealing an x-ray image of the kissing bunnies skeletal frameworks.

interdimensional wallpaper is made to order. production and delivery times may vary.

kanin : night
from $15.00

the first apartment that i moved into in nyc was a basement apartment. the front of the apartment opened out onto a sunken courtyard, with full sized windows, so that if you only experienced the space from this vantage, you would never know how far below the earth it was buried. interdimensional wallpaper was developed out of this curiosity around the ground datum that existed beyond the walls of that first apartment, and as a way of making tangible the phenomena, whether real or imaginary, that exist beyond the physical boundaries of the spaces we inhabit.

in order to achieve its illusion, the wallpaper is installed so that the divide between the subterranean and above ground scenes is aligned to the outside ground plane. owners are encouraged to play with these datums and to align them with their imagined realities. the patterns may also be applied monolithically, in which case they function as a standard wallpaper without seems.

the pattern of the kanin wallpaper is inspired by swedish fabric designer, ulla ericsson’s, 1970’s kanin fabric print, with the underground filter revealing an x-ray image of the kissing bunnies skeletal frameworks.

interdimensional wallpaper is made to order. production and delivery times may vary.

 
 
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reigns

reigns is a series of rings that register a family members position within the family hierarchy…

reigns is a series of rings that register a family members position within the family hierarchy. the grandparents of the family receive the most elaborate ring, which reflects both their age, but also the wisdom that they have accumulated during their time on earth, and their roles in birthing and nurturing subsequent generations. as the rings descend within the family order, they reduce in size and become less intricate. As subsequent generations are born, the rings are passed down, functioning as heirlooms but also communicating shifting familial roles.

all of the rings are produced through the packing of pentagonal prisms, which results in a star pattern both at their centers and in their aggregate forms, which ties all of the rings together visually as a family. the star also represents pagan spirituality and the magical qualities of familial blood lines.

reigns are made to order. production and delivery times may vary.


reigns : child
from $75.00

the child reign, is the least elaborate of the series, and is meant specifically for children within the family hierarchy.

reigns is a series of rings that register a family members position within the family hierarchy. the grandparents of the family receive the most elaborate ring, which reflects both their age, but also the wisdom that they have accumulated during their time on earth, and their roles in birthing and nurturing subsequent generations. as the rings descend within the family order, they reduce in size and become less intricate. as subsequent generations are born, the rings get passed down, functioning as heirlooms but also communicating shifting familial roles.

all of the rings are produced through the packing of pentagonal prisms, which results in a star pattern both at their centers and in their aggregate forms, which ties all of the rings together visually as a family. the star also represents pagan spirituality and the magical qualities of familial blood lines.

rings are made to order. production and delivery times may vary.

reigns : parent
from $100.00

the parent reign lies in between the grandparent and child rings, in size and intricacy, and is meant specifically for parents within the family hierarchy.

reigns is a series of rings that register a family members position within the family hierarchy. the grandparents of the family receive the most elaborate ring, which reflects both their age, but also the wisdom that they have accumulated during their time on earth, and their roles in birthing and nurturing subsequent generations. as the rings descend within the family order, they reduce in size and become less intricate. as subsequent generations are born, the rings get passed down, functioning as heirlooms but also communicating shifting familial roles.

all of the rings are produced through the packing of pentagonal prisms, which results in a star pattern both at their centers and in their aggregate forms, which ties all of the rings together visually as a family. the star also represents pagan spirituality and the magical qualities of familial blood lines.

rings are made to order. production and delivery times may vary.

reigns : grandparent
from $500.00

the grandparent reign, is the most elaborate of the series, and is meant specifically for grandparents within the family hierarchy.

reigns is a series of rings that register a family members position within the family hierarchy. the grandparents of the family receive the most elaborate ring, which reflects both their age, but also the wisdom that they have accumulated during their time on earth, and their roles in birthing and nurturing subsequent generations. as the rings descend within the family order, they reduce in size and become less intricate. as subsequent generations are born, the rings get passed down, functioning as heirlooms but also communicating shifting familial roles.

all of the rings are produced through the packing of pentagonal prisms, which results in a star pattern both at their centers and in their aggregate forms, which ties all of the rings together visually as a family. the star also represents pagan spirituality and the magical qualities of familial blood lines.

rings are made to order. production and delivery times may vary.

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skyline

the skyline series of rings are designed to stack and allow you to create an actual skyline on your hand…

the skyline series of rings are designed to create a miniature skyline on your hand. individual rings come in a variety of building sizes and types, to give you the flexibility to arrange your skyline exactly the way you want it, whether modeled after the small town you grew up in, with pitched roofs and church spires, or the gleaming metropolis of soaring skyscrapers that you aspired to move to. whether stacked, or worn on separate fingers, every skyline is unique, and so are you.

rings are made to order. production and delivery times may vary.


skyline : home
from $100.00

the place we spend most of our time. the place we know better than any other. the place we feel safe. the place where we sleep at night, and wake in the morning. they say that home is where the heart is, and this home will always be near your heart, as an integral part of your personal skyline.

the skyline series of rings are designed to create an actual skyline on your hand. individual rings come in a variety of building sizes and types, to give you the flexibility to arrange your skyline exactly the way you want it, whether modeled after the small town you grew up in, with pitched roofs and church spires, or the gleaming metropolis of soaring skyscrapers that you aspired to move to. whether stacked, or worn on separate fingers, every skyline is unique, and so are you.

rings are made to order. production and delivery times may vary.

skyline : main street
from $100.00

the place to see and be seen. shopping, dining. whatever your vice, find it down on main street. for the shopper in your life, or just someone that appreciates a good stroll, main street may be an essential part of their personal skyline.

the skyline series of rings are designed to create an actual skyline on your hand. individual rings come in a variety of building sizes and types, to give you the flexibility to arrange your skyline exactly the way you want it, whether modeled after the small town you grew up in, with pitched roofs and church spires, or the gleaming metropolis of soaring skyscrapers that you aspired to move to. whether stacked, or worn on separate fingers, every skyline is unique, and so are you.

rings are made to order. production and delivery times may vary.

skyline : church
from $100.00

get closer to god, literally, or crucify those demons. whether you are spiritual, or just appreciate the sublime beauty of towering spires in the landscape, the church ring is an integral part of your personal skyline.

the skyline series of rings are designed to create an actual skyline on your hand. individual rings come in a variety of building sizes and types, to give you the flexibility to arrange your skyline exactly the way you want it, whether modeled after the small town you grew up in, with pitched roofs and church spires, or the gleaming metropolis of soaring skyscrapers that you aspired to move to. whether stacked, or worn on separate fingers, every skyline is unique, and so are you.

rings are made to order. production and delivery times may vary.

skyline : courthouse
from $100.00

have you been bad? are you a lawyer? rather than go to real court, wear a miniature courthouse on your finger instead. fill out your personal skyline with the courthouse ring, and make sure that no unjust deed ever goes unpunished again.

the skyline series of rings are designed to create an actual skyline on your hand. individual rings come in a variety of building sizes and types, to give you the flexibility to arrange your skyline exactly the way you want it, whether modeled after the small town you grew up in, with pitched roofs and church spires, or the gleaming metropolis of soaring skyscrapers that you aspired to move to. whether stacked, or worn on separate fingers, every skyline is unique, and so are you.

rings are made to order. production and delivery times may vary.

skyline : skyscraper
from $125.00

whether you love capitalism, or just appreciate soaring heights, punctuate your finger with the skyscraper ring. invented in america, show your national pride by wearing a skyscraper on your finger.

the skyline series of rings are designed to create an actual skyline on your hand. individual rings come in a variety of building sizes and types, to give you the flexibility to arrange your skyline exactly the way you want it, whether modeled after the small town you grew up in, with pitched roofs and church spires, or the gleaming metropolis of soaring skyscrapers that you aspired to move to. whether stacked, or worn on separate fingers, every skyline is unique, and so are you.

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superhero

the superhero ring registers the boolean difference between a simple circular band, and a pentagonal cellular structure…

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the Superhero ring registers the Boolean difference between a simple circular band, and a pentagonal cellular structure. Variety in the scale, orientation and patterning of the pentagonal threads results in varied forms, however common visual elements emerge across rings. the star is an ode to the cosmos, as well as to pagan spirituality and witchcraft. it is a reminder that even in the simplest geometries, complex patterns and systems may emerge.

rings are made to order. production and delivery times may vary.


superhero
from $50.00

the superhero ring registers the boolean difference between a simple circular band, and a pentagonal cellular structure. variety in the scale, orientation and patterning of the pentagonal threads results in varied forms, however common visual elements emerge across rings. the star is an ode to the cosmos, as well as to pagan spirituality and witchcraft. it is a reminder that even in the simplest geometries, complex patterns and systems may emerge.

rings are made to order. production and delivery times may vary.

 
 
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