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Plasma Cuts: Design+Build Students Fabricate Donor Wall

October 16, 2024

Design+Build students at theGibbs College of Architecture at the University of Oklahoma, are dedicating their efforts to fabricating and completing structural components for Sunhive Collective Inc.. Their work involves advanced techniques such as plasma cutting steel connections and plywood components. 

Plasma Cutting

The fabrication of steel connections through plasma cutting demands a combination of technical expertise and precision. Following detailed specifications and architectural drawings, students operate a CNC plasma cutter to craft steel connection components, ensuring the final assembly achieves maximum strength and stability.

Structural Donor Wall

Sunhive Collective Inc. is a nonprofit focused on sustainable, community-driven design. Design+Build students are creating a donor wall inspired by the geometric beauty and collaborative spirit of a beehive. This unique structure will showcase donor names within its intricate design, blending gratitude with artistry while celebrating the nonprofit’s mission and values.

Showcasing Proficiency

Students display their knowledge of material properties and application methods throughout the process. They maintain consistent coverage and comply with industry standards, enhancing the structural integrity of Sunhive Collective.

Behind the Build

Preparing and Presenting Schematic Designs to WildCare

Behind the Build: Schematic Design Progress

Laying the Groundwork: Site Insights and Client Meetings with WildCare

American School Design Build Studio Ready for Launch!

American School Design Build: Launching 2025/26 Project with WildCare

Wall Construction: Installing Weather Barriers and Flashing

Working Vertically: Blocking and Wall Construction

Continuing Vertically: Installing and Securing Trusses

Tilt Up Walls: Students Start Framing

Exploring Craft: The Importance of Model-Making

Curating Strong Foundations III: Finishing Foundation

Curating Strong Foundations II: Stem Wall Construction

Curating Strong Foundations: Rebar Work and Concrete Pour

Groundbreaking for Foundations: Excavating and Digging

Plasma Cuts: Design+Build Students Fabricate Donor Wall

Studio Snapshots: Prepping for Fundraiser

Studio Snapshots: Process & Collaboration with Client

Surveying for Opportunity: Site Analysis for Sunhive Collective

Brand Building: Renegade Design+Build Screenprinting Event

Full Enclosure : Design+Build Students Complete Polycarbonate Enclosure

Skinning the Frame : Installing Polycarbonate Building Envelope

Final Assembly : Fabrication at the Creating_Making Lab

Ninety Tons: New Gravel Surface @ John Rex Urban Farming Lab

Bridging Design and Utility: Precision Landscape Work

Getting Down to Basics: Prep Site for Landscape

Precision Production: Engineering for CNC-Milled Components

Exploring Structural Viability: Structural Prototyping

Strong Foundations: Site Excavation & Footings

Site Survey: Urban Farming Lab @ John Rex Charter School

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SunHive Collective Community Space

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