YOY simulate embroidery with 3D printed wall stitching

YOY simulate embroidery with 3D printed wall stitching
all images courtesy of YOY

japanese design studio YOY and K’s design lab propose ‘wall stitch‘ — a technologically-influenced system of signage. presented at tokyo designers week 2014, the project employs the latest in modeling techniques and hi-resolution 3D printing to make lettering, which closely resembles hand-stitched embroidery directly on the wall. both the texture and specific tactile features of thread are achieved with plastic-printed materials, and can be painted with any color with gloss. various fonts and styles can be fixed on a spectrum of walls, such as concrete, glass, and tiles.

 the project employs the latest in modeling techniques and hi-resolution 3D printing

letters on the wall appear to be stitched into the surface

details reveal the intricacies of the 3D-printed piece

curved letters made from the 3D printed material

the letters can be easily placed on and off the wall

the presentation at tokyo designers week 2014