Using the CNC router (and a little help from the shop guys) I was able to cut 3/4" plywood into 20 pieces of boards for the project. Each board had several notches that would enable the pieces to fit together into a triangular pattern.
After the inner frame was assembled, I continued with the outer framework which consisted of 3/4" boards made from cedar. Cedar because it does typically does well outdoors and has a beautiful color.
I have learned a lot over the course of this studio, including how to make a wooden bracket (see image above). I was able to drill screws through the cedar boards and attach it to the bracket to add extra support. Thanks again to the shop guys for teaching me new tricks.
I am putting inside the framework stained acrylic and also garden plants (see above). I started the plants over spring break as seedlings and now they are getting really big! I have sweet peas, scarlet runner beans, tomatoes, radishes and onions. Hopefully the peas and beans will start climbing up the framework for a cool effect.
Next I am going to cut patterns on acrylic using a laser cutter then and insert them into the framework...
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