How many submissions in a flooring exhibition do you think present visitors with something so similar to a couch? Karpett by 5.5 Designers was developed with this playful dual quality which demonstrates the versatility of materials.
This peculiar project actually employs a material called Tarkett which is manufactured almost exclusively to cover concrete slabs. The French firm decided to do something quite different with it however, by installing it as a spool so that the sheet can be rolled up and out to serve as two different types of furnishings simultaneously.
Raised upon four short legs and enhanced with a spongy cylindrical backrest, Karpett by 5.5 Designers acts effectively as a sofa. Unwinding the pull-out roller will decrease the size of the seat but provide a cushioned carpet along the floor for sitting, lounging and sleeping.
Unfurlable Hybrid Furniture
The Karpett Rolls In and Out for Your Ideal Reposing Position
Trend Themes
1. Convertible Furniture - The trend of convertible furniture allows for multi-functional designs that can serve different purposes in small spaces.
2. Versatile Materials - The use of versatile materials, like Tarkett, in unconventional ways opens up opportunities for innovative furniture designs.
3. Space Optimization - The trend of space optimization drives the development of furniture that can transform or adapt to different spatial needs.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Furniture designers can explore the concept of convertible furniture to create innovative and space-saving solutions for modern living spaces.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can incorporate versatile materials like Tarkett in their designs to offer unique and adaptable furniture options for clients.
3. Architecture - Architects can consider space optimization techniques like unfurlable furniture to maximize functionality in compact living spaces.