Furniture might be meant to serve specific purposes, but the collection dubbed Meanwhile Curiosities by Epiforma, a design studio based in Porto, Portugal, rethinks typical functions for playfulness' sake. Fun is the first part of 'functional,' after all.
Full of bright colors, great textures and geometric shapes, Meanwhile Curiosities by Epiforma is a treat for the eyes in ways that are unexpected and eclectic. Owners Filipe Ferreira and Francisco Ribeiro, say, "We aim to challenge the connection that, with time, people establish with objects of common use." The collection is comprised of dotless dominos, secret-keeping containers, stackable office and beauty accessories, a wheelbarrow-like side table and a vase-slash-candle holder in the shape of an hourglass. Many of these items are slightly tweaked in order for the users to gain a different perspective of common objects.
Playfully Practical Furniture
Meanwhile Curiosities by Epiforma Rethinks Typical Functions
Trend Themes
1. Playful Furniture - Designing furniture with playful elements and unexpected features opens up new opportunities for reinventing the typical functions of furniture.
2. Geometric Shapes in Furniture Design - Incorporating geometric shapes into furniture design can create visually appealing and unique pieces that stand out in the market.
3. Rethinking Typical Functions - Exploring unconventional uses and functions for common objects in furniture design can lead to innovative and disruptive designs that challenge traditional norms.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Furniture design is an industry that can benefit from incorporating playful elements and unconventional uses to create unique and innovative pieces.
2. Home Decor - The home decor industry can utilize the trend of incorporating geometric shapes into furniture design to create visually appealing accessories and accents.
3. Office Supplies - The office supplies industry can benefit from designing stackable and multifunctional accessories that can adapt to the changing needs of modern work environments.