Lockdown Bike
A self‑initiated project exploring surface design, pattern development and physical finishing techniques through the custom repainting of a road bike frame.
Year
2020
Type
Design, Preparation, Painting
Client
Personal
Lockdown Bike
Overview
Lockdown Bike
Details
Context
During lockdown, I wanted to explore physical craft and surface design outside of digital tools, using the bike frame as a way to reconnect with hands‑on making.
The Challenge
Working from a one‑bed flat during lockdown meant limited space, ventilation and equipment. The challenge was to find a way to mask, paint and finish a full bike frame in a controlled, dust‑free environment without access to a workshop or outdoor space.
Approach
I treated the frame as a 3D canvas, developing a geometric pattern system that wrapped cleanly around complex curves.
The Result
Sanded and prepped the frame to create a smooth, paint‑ready surface
Developed a geometric pattern system that aligned across tubes and complex curves
Used masking and layering techniques to build clean, crisp edges
Tested colour combinations to balance contrast and flow across the frame
Applied multiple coats and clear‑coating to achieve a durable, polished finish
Outcome
A fully custom frame that demonstrates precision, patience and an interest in material‑led design. The project became a hands‑on counterpoint to digital work and strengthened my understanding of pattern application on 3D forms.
Lockdown Bike
A self‑initiated project exploring surface design, pattern development and physical finishing techniques through the custom repainting of a road bike frame.
Year
2020
Type
Design, Preparation, Painting
Client
Personal
Lockdown Bike
Overview
Lockdown Bike
Details
Context
During lockdown, I wanted to explore physical craft and surface design outside of digital tools, using the bike frame as a way to reconnect with hands‑on making.
The Challenge
Working from a one‑bed flat during lockdown meant limited space, ventilation and equipment. The challenge was to find a way to mask, paint and finish a full bike frame in a controlled, dust‑free environment without access to a workshop or outdoor space.
Approach
I treated the frame as a 3D canvas, developing a geometric pattern system that wrapped cleanly around complex curves.
The Result
Sanded and prepped the frame to create a smooth, paint‑ready surface
Developed a geometric pattern system that aligned across tubes and complex curves
Used masking and layering techniques to build clean, crisp edges
Tested colour combinations to balance contrast and flow across the frame
Applied multiple coats and clear‑coating to achieve a durable, polished finish
Outcome
A fully custom frame that demonstrates precision, patience and an interest in material‑led design. The project became a hands‑on counterpoint to digital work and strengthened my understanding of pattern application on 3D forms.
Lockdown Bike
A self‑initiated project exploring surface design, pattern development and physical finishing techniques through the custom repainting of a road bike frame.
Year
2020
Type
Design, Preparation, Painting
Client
Personal
Overview
Lockdown Bike
Details
A self‑initiated exploration of surface design, pattern wrapping and hands‑on finishing through a custom bike repaint.
A self‑initiated exploration of surface design, pattern wrapping and hands‑on finishing through a custom bike repaint.
A self‑initiated exploration of surface design, pattern wrapping and hands‑on finishing through a custom bike repaint.
The Anatomy of the Project:
Sanding, masking, spraying and layered finishing.
The Anatomy of the Project:
Sanding, masking, spraying and layered finishing.
Lockdown Bike
A self‑initiated project exploring surface design, pattern development and physical finishing techniques through the custom repainting of a road bike frame.
Year
2020
Type
Design, Preparation, Painting
Client
Personal
Lockdown Bike
Overview
Lockdown Bike
Details
Context
During lockdown, I wanted to explore physical craft and surface design outside of digital tools, using the bike frame as a way to reconnect with hands‑on making.
The Challenge
Working from a one‑bed flat during lockdown meant limited space, ventilation and equipment. The challenge was to find a way to mask, paint and finish a full bike frame in a controlled, dust‑free environment without access to a workshop or outdoor space.
Approach
I treated the frame as a 3D canvas, developing a geometric pattern system that wrapped cleanly around complex curves.
The Result
Sanded and prepped the frame to create a smooth, paint‑ready surface
Developed a geometric pattern system that aligned across tubes and complex curves
Used masking and layering techniques to build clean, crisp edges
Tested colour combinations to balance contrast and flow across the frame
Applied multiple coats and clear‑coating to achieve a durable, polished finish
Outcome
A fully custom frame that demonstrates precision, patience and an interest in material‑led design. The project became a hands‑on counterpoint to digital work and strengthened my understanding of pattern application on 3D forms.
Lockdown Bike
A self‑initiated project exploring surface design, pattern development and physical finishing techniques through the custom repainting of a road bike frame.
Year
2020
Type
Design, Preparation, Painting
Client
Personal
Lockdown Bike
Overview
Lockdown Bike
Details
Context
During lockdown, I wanted to explore physical craft and surface design outside of digital tools, using the bike frame as a way to reconnect with hands‑on making.
The Challenge
Working from a one‑bed flat during lockdown meant limited space, ventilation and equipment. The challenge was to find a way to mask, paint and finish a full bike frame in a controlled, dust‑free environment without access to a workshop or outdoor space.
Approach
I treated the frame as a 3D canvas, developing a geometric pattern system that wrapped cleanly around complex curves.
The Result
Sanded and prepped the frame to create a smooth, paint‑ready surface
Developed a geometric pattern system that aligned across tubes and complex curves
Used masking and layering techniques to build clean, crisp edges
Tested colour combinations to balance contrast and flow across the frame
Applied multiple coats and clear‑coating to achieve a durable, polished finish
Outcome
A fully custom frame that demonstrates precision, patience and an interest in material‑led design. The project became a hands‑on counterpoint to digital work and strengthened my understanding of pattern application on 3D forms.
Lockdown Bike
A self‑initiated project exploring surface design, pattern development and physical finishing techniques through the custom repainting of a road bike frame.
Year
2020
Type
Design, Preparation, Painting
Client
Personal
Overview
Lockdown Bike
Details
A self‑initiated exploration of surface design, pattern wrapping and hands‑on finishing through a custom bike repaint.
A self‑initiated exploration of surface design, pattern wrapping and hands‑on finishing through a custom bike repaint.
A self‑initiated exploration of surface design, pattern wrapping and hands‑on finishing through a custom bike repaint.
The Anatomy of the Project:
Sanding, masking, spraying and layered finishing.
The Anatomy of the Project:
Sanding, masking, spraying and layered finishing.