ALICE GIELEN
J.3D.1 (jedi)
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J.3D.1 (jedi)Concept

J.3D.1 introduces a low-cost, computationally-driven 3D jacquard weaving loom. Developed with expert weavers through a participatory process, it merges traditional craft knowledge with accessible digital fabrication, offering a flexible, modular platform for experimentation and innovation.

Skills
Digital fabrication Computational weaving Human-machine interaction Tool development Adobe Creative Suite Co-creation with industry experts System design
Process
01

Co-design with weavers

Novice and expert weavers were engaged through participatory sessions (co-constructing stories and semi-structured interviews) to surface real needs and generate imaginaries for loom modifications.

02

Iterative engineering

Built and rebuilt using low-cost, modifiable materials; V-slot aluminum, 3D-printed components, Arduino. Each session fed directly into the next prototype, turning feedback into physical change in real time.

03

Emerge new possibilities

Unexpected outcomes such as the bubble weave technique were embraced as findings, not detours. Both realized and speculative modifications were documented as a catalogue others can continue to build on.

Key qualities
01
Low cost
Accessible to makers without industrial budgets
02
Modular
Custom add-ons and configurations supported by design
03
Computational
3D jacquard patterns driven by code, not mechanical punch cards
tool-buildingcraft + code