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Radiolaria Pendant

By Jessica Rosenkrantz and Jesse Louis-Rosenberg
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Though the thin metal structure of the Radiolaria Pendant may appear fragile, the steel meshwork is actually quite strong. This pendant is part of Nervous's Radiolaria line, a collection inspired by the complex forms of radiolarians. Each object in the Radiolaria collection started as a simulation of a hexagonal spring mesh. Then, the designers created interactive software to morph, twist, and subdivide each design, transforming the mesh into a complexly patterned structure. Some pieces have a sharp, geometric look; others have a rounded, more organic style. Pieces in this collection evoke the forms of radiolarians, plant cells, and even honeycombs.

Product Details
  • ColorsSteel
  • Materials
    Stainless Steel
  • Measurements
    1.8"L x 1.9"W (0.015" thick)
  • OriginUnited States

— Photo-Etched From Stainless Steel
— 18" Sterling Silver Chain

About the Designer
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Jessica Rosenkrantz and Jesse Louis-Rosenberg

Jessica Rosenkrantz and Jesse Louis-Rosenberg founded Nervous System in 2007. Jessica currently acts as Creative Director and Jesse as Chief Science Officer. Jessica graduated from MIT in 2005 and holds degrees in architecture and biology. Afterwards, she studied architecture at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Jesse also attended MIT, majoring in mathematics. Nervous System's designs have been featured in a wide range of publications, including WIRED, Metropolis, and Forbes. Jesse and Jessica have given talks on their generative design process in many forums, including MIT, Carnegie Mellon, SIGGRAPH, and the Eyeo Festival. Nervous System lamps are currently on display as part of the “Out of Hand” exhibition at the Museum of Arts and Design.

To grow their digital designs, Nervous System writes generative programs. Unlike conventional design methods, this technique doesn't result in one finite form. Rather, the designers develop computational systems that can generate infinite distinct, yet related, forms. These systems are interactive, responding both to changes in specific variables and to physical inputs. There is no definitive final product; rather, the potential for infinite designs means each piece can be unique.

Shipping Information
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    Canada, United States
  • Shipping Policy
    Discounted Shipping
  • Discounted Shipping
    $5.00 first item / $5.00 each additional
  • Ship In
    3-5 weeks ⓘ
  • Return Policy
    Final sale, not eligible for return or cancellation
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