When you own a computer, over time you will begin to acquire a slew of other electronics that will clutter up your desk in the most overwhelming way. Thanks to leaps and bounds made in miniaturizing technology alongside a desire to tidy up tangled workstations, designers of computer peripherals are starting to come up with solutions for freeing up valuable space on your work surface.
The BookShelf Printer by Boaz Zemer presents a provocative concept for clearing one of your biggest appliances from the tabletop completely. Most notably, the device has been turned on its side so that its footprint is much smaller, allowing it to fit snugly in your office shelf between rows of books and other stowed items. The idea is still simply a sketch but it offers great practical potential.
Compact Upright Electronics
The BookShelf Printer by Boaz Zemer Frees Up Space on Your Desk
Trend Themes
1. Miniaturized Electronics - Innovative miniaturization of technology presents opportunities for designing compact and space-saving electronics.
2. Vertical Electronics - Turning electronics on their side to create a smaller footprint offers a new avenue for designing space-saving devices.
3. Integrated Electronics - Combining the features of different electronics into one integrated device could offer further space-saving solutions for cluttered workspaces.
Industry Implications
1. Computer Peripherals - Designing compact and space-saving computer peripherals presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for enhancing workstations and improving productivity.
2. Office Supplies - Innovative office supply design could offer space-saving solutions for small and cluttered workstations, as well as improve organization and efficiency.
3. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can benefit from developing compact and integrated devices that optimize functionality and minimize clutter.