This is the blog of Mr Morrison, a design and technology teacher and enthusiast. Design has the potential to solve many of the worlds social and environmental issues. This blog documents projects I run in my classes and other interesting design related material.
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better living through design- Concrete Brick Lamp by Hyfen October 10, 2018This LED lamp has no switch, shade, or wires, which begs the question, how on earth do you turn it on? Well, it’s more of an intuitive system, so, you simply raise it in an upright position to turn it on. Lay it facedown to turn it off. It’s completely portable- remember, no wires- so, […]Katie
- Voter Registration Deadlines October 9, 2018Have you registered to vote? Did you move, and need to change your address? Get it changed in time to vote. Here’s the voter registration deadlines for each state. Participate in democracy: vote!Katie
- Concrete Brick Lamp by Hyfen October 10, 2018
- Core 77
- How to Create Faux Marble Slabs Using Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete October 16, 2018Whether you're an ID student or an independent designer/builder, at some point you might want to create something using marble. But while that material is beautiful, it's pricey, tricky to transport and difficult to work. It would be ideal if you could create your own marble, in whatever form or size you desire. Here Mike […]
- Meet the Finalists of A/D/O's Water Futures Design Challenge October 16, 2018A/D/O's Water Futures Design Challenge recently announced their 9 shortlisted finalists in all three categories: Future Systems & Infrastructure, Future Objects and Materials and Future Information and Communication. For the next phase in the competition, each finalist will be paired with a mentor that will help give suggestions and provide guidance throughout the research and […]
- How to Create Faux Marble Slabs Using Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete October 16, 2018
- Fuel Your Creativity