James Plumb Design Transforms Discarded Suitcases into Drawers
Susan Keefe — October 26, 2011 — Art & Design
References: jamesplumb & dornob
If you think the simplistic beauty of an ancient leather suitcase is the bee's knees, then the innovative designers at James Plumb Design have created the perfect chest of drawers for you.
Fit into metal towers, discarded suitcases get a second life as spacious slots, large enough to accommodate an intimidatingly large wardrobe. With the retro, worn appeal that items with a rich unknown history seem to carry, this wardrobe will be the crowning feature of any bedroom.
This suitcase chest of drawers is undeniably the most well traveled piece of furniture around. Some drawers still bare tags inscribed with various destinations dangling from their handles. James Plumb Design has once again managed to transform the overlooked and discarded, and transformed them into jaw-dropping conversation pieces.
Worn and travel-weary, the re-purposed suitcase drawers seduce you with the unknown stories they hold.
Fit into metal towers, discarded suitcases get a second life as spacious slots, large enough to accommodate an intimidatingly large wardrobe. With the retro, worn appeal that items with a rich unknown history seem to carry, this wardrobe will be the crowning feature of any bedroom.
This suitcase chest of drawers is undeniably the most well traveled piece of furniture around. Some drawers still bare tags inscribed with various destinations dangling from their handles. James Plumb Design has once again managed to transform the overlooked and discarded, and transformed them into jaw-dropping conversation pieces.
Worn and travel-weary, the re-purposed suitcase drawers seduce you with the unknown stories they hold.
Trend Themes
1. Repurposed Furniture - Opportunity for businesses to repurpose discarded objects into unique furniture pieces, adding value to old and unused items.
2. Retro Aesthetic - Demand for furniture with a retro, worn appeal, giving businesses an opportunity to cater to consumers searching for vintage-inspired decor.
3. Conversation Pieces - Customers seek unique and eye-catching furniture designs that can spark conversations, creating a market for innovative and creative furniture pieces.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Furniture designers can explore repurposing materials to create one-of-a-kind pieces that appeal to customers looking for sustainable and unique options.
2. Vintage Home Decor - A rising trend in vintage-inspired home decor presents an opportunity for businesses to offer retro and antique furniture pieces with a nostalgic charm.
3. Artisanal Crafts - Artisans and craftmakers can leverage their skills to create conversation-starting furniture pieces by repurposing discarded materials and adding a touch of craftsmanship.
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