Esquisse 01

Cube 02:

The second attempt for a cube, consists of 12 rectangular pieces of paper. It only needed to consist of 7 or 8 pieces, but i decided to add a layer on top of each side to end up with 2 layers for every side. This improved strength and allowed the pieces to lock with each other more securely. No extra cutting was required to produce the cube.

Cube 01:

This cube was inspired by a national symbol of Malaysia called a 'ketupat', which is made from interweaved leaves and is used as a decorative thing to store rice inside it. However i'm pretty sure this type of weaving can be seen everywhere besides that.

This model consists of 9 strips of paper,  that weave and form a secure shape. The ends of the strips are fastened by inserting one end to the other end's slot. Then the 'wings' of the inserted end are opened to keep it from exiting the slot.

Sphere:

This one is made from a total set of 6 square papers, each folded in such a way to create a + shape. These + shapes can then join with one another (one 'short arm' inserts into another arm). A lot of other combinations and final shapes can be created from these + shapes.  The good thing about this one is that it requires no cutting.

I first came to know of this 'plus' shape when i was very young, my brother taught me how to make a man out of origami. it involved 2 'plus' shapes modified slightly and joined.

Pyramid:

This model consists of 3 pieces of paper, one square and 2 smaller rectangles. The square is folded to form the pyramid body and the 2 rectangles are used to form the base.

The base then attaches to the body by a series of interlocking flaps. Finally one flap from the body is slotted into the base to secure it tighter.