The geek population has long been known to indulge in a fantasy or two. But there are a few people who go the extra mile and recreate their favorite science-fiction and fantasy works. The internet is bringing about a new era where people can quickly gather design inspiration as well as materials. Here’s a small selection of our fellow geeks who’ve earned their gold stars for geekery.
Another in the series of Geek DIY.
The Chibikart
Chibi is translated from Japanese to describe a small person, sometimes offensively, sometimes endearingly. In this case, a Chibikart is the name that MIT student Charles has given to his small cart project. This project grew in popularity recently when sites like Gizmodo and HuffPo likened it to a cart out of the Mariocart games. Can’t deny that’s the first thing that comes to mind when you see it, though. For technical information visit Charles’ blog or to see it in action, watch the video below.
Charles Guan, Chibikart, 2012
Iron Man Cosplay
Anthony Le’s Iron Man cosplay is rather advanced. He’s been the talk of the town since being captured on film at Animeland Wasabi (Denver, March 2012). He’s made several high-level costumes, culminating so far in his Iron Man Mark VII as seen in the video below. Master Le’s website is flash, go there if you want to. Read the interview on ComicBookMovie.com or look at all the designs on Anthony’s YouTube channel.
Anthony Le, Iron Man Mark VII, 2012
Star Wars Set
Tony Alleyne began modifying his apartment in 1999, nearing completion in 2006. The internet raved about how much this one man put into recreating one of his favorite TV shows for personal use. Modeled after the Voyager series, he spent $150,000 on the project. Though separated for 18 years, his wife has finally filed for divorce and has asked him to leave the apartment so she can sell it.
Visit his website, 24th Century Interior Design, where’s offering his skills to any interest parties.
He’s not the only one. Steve Dorman, of Guffey, CO, is also recreating the Star Trek set.
Tony Alleyne, Star Trek apartment, 2006
Other creations for your consideration
Mike Senna’s Wall-E (I’d like to see this project finished someday)
Desktop Transformer
Star Trek hydraulics-powered door
Homemade Hylian Shield (Ocarina of Time)