ChiLab Studio

What the shop does

Capabilities

One studio holds the chain from concept development through engineering, mold making, casting, finishing, coordination, and installation.

Work

See the index

Enquiries

info@chilabstudio.com

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  • Metal castingSand casting, lost wax, lost PLA, resin bonded sand, match plate patterns. Bronze, aluminum, iron.
  • GlassKiln cast glass, lead crystal, slumped and fused glass, cold working and polishing, architectural lamination with partners.
  • FinishesHot and cold patina, plating and anodizing coordination, custom color development, outdoor rated coatings.
  • Digital fabricationParametric modeling in Grasshopper, 3D scanning and reverse engineering, CNC routing and machining, in house 3D printing.
  • Metal fabricationWelded and machined assemblies, architectural stairs and screens, structural coordination with engineers of record.
  • RestorationDocumentation of historic profiles, reproduction of missing ornament, code and ADA upgrades that keep period character.
  • Project managementBudgeting, prototyping, mockups and samples, shop drawings, permitting support, sequencing, and site installation.
CNC routing a butterfly pattern
CNC routing and pattern development for Flight of Butterflies.
Casting process for a butterfly sculpture
Mold and casting work for the butterfly forms.
Parametric cast aluminum feature wall detail
Material and module logic for the Uber Freight feature wall.
Hand working a glass cross
Cast glass finishing for the St. Nicholas crosses.