The Hook & Knob system will not replace a mechanical handle unless a door is latch-free. What this little doodad does is provide you with a generous place to sling your things with one broad peg and an additional catch.
Designed by André Klauser and Ed Carpenter, the product was commissioned for Canteen restaurants. The idea was to place these along the ends of booth tables so that patrons can stash their jackets, bags and umbrellas before sitting down. So that more individual coat hooks would not be necessary, these were made compound and capable of holding at least a couple of articles of clothing each. The colorful plate of the delightfully functional Hook & Knob set also satisfies as a wall guard to prevent scratches and dirt from getting on to the wood, tile or drywall.
Peg-Handle Hybrids
The Hook & Knob Provides Double the Storage and Some Wall Protection
Trend Themes
1. Dual-function Accessories - Opportunity to create products that serve multiple purposes, such as the Hook & Knob system that offers both storage and wall protection.
2. Space-saving Solutions - Potential for innovative designs that optimize storage space, like the compound peg-handle hybrids that can hold multiple articles of clothing.
3. Customizable Wall Decor - Chance to develop personalized and aesthetically pleasing wall guards that prevent damage and add a touch of style, similar to the colorful plates of the Hook & Knob set.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture & Interior Design - Disruptive innovation opportunities in creating dual-function furniture pieces and space-saving storage solutions like the Hook & Knob system.
2. Home Organization - Potential for innovative products that help with decluttering and optimizing storage space, such as compound peg-handle hybrids.
3. Home Decor - Opportunity to create customizable wall guards that protect surfaces and add decorative elements, inspired by the colorful plates of the Hook & Knob set.