Focus. What does it mean? I like to find the origins of words because it really helps in gaining a deeper understanding of the meaning. Focus is a point of convergence. Like the Extra Terrestrial…
“Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer’s day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is…
What is the definition of Time? This seems silly because everyone knows what time is but when you really come down to define it… What is Time? Google it and you get this: the indefinite…
I went to the store the other day and brought my second oldest son Tyler with me. My kiddos expect to get something almost every time they go to the store because both grandmas spoil…
I have been thinking a lot about choices lately. I always like to define a word to get a clear meaning. Choice: the right, power, or opportunity to choose. This definition is pretty straight forward.…
I am stoked that this set is finally going to be produced! It was announced as the winner of the Lego Ideas competition: WALL•E I think the Lego ideas platform is a fine example of…
I am thoroughly enjoying the new colors that the Tritan Wowflute is now made in. This transparent turquoise is a favorite. I designed the Tritan Wowflute over the course of two years and it is…
I was thinking today about how many products seem to be designed with an expiration date. Engineered obsolescence. It is good to think about the life cycle of your product when designing, and is very…
This Blog is devoted to awesomely designed toys. I define toys rather loosely to include dual-functionality products that have a fun aspect to them and could be considered toys for the bigger kids (myself). I absolutely…
This morning I have been researching the art of Japanese Mokume-Gane, pronounced moe-koo-may gah-nay. Mokume-Gane literally translates to Wood Eye-Metal. This represents it’s similarities to wood grain. While doing research I came across an extensive history…
I was thinking about how the design process works when dealing with a new product. This is my favorite part of the design process is figuring out how something works or why it works.…