Plastic is the material choice for this sort of desktop implement, yet the 'On a Roll' tape dispenser has been oddly fabricated from cast iron. It's got a greater sense of presence and permanence than you'd ever expect of something from your stationery drawer.
Designed by Black + Blum, the piece is a fairly minimal one, comprising a bar of metal that bends to form a tear-off tip and an arm to hold the reel. It doesn't require the bulky base that you're used to seeing, because the density of the iron has a great mass that keeps it securely on the tabletop. Rising above the realm of cheap and disposable office supplies, the 'On a Roll' tape dispenser might one day become an artifact that survives our civilization.
Heavy Metal Adhesives
The 'On a Roll' Tape Dispenser is Weighted for One-Handed Use
Trend Themes
1. Heavy Metal Adhesives - The rise of heavy metal adhesives in the office supplies industry presents an opportunity for creating durable and long-lasting products.
2. Weighted Design - Designing office tools with weighted features provides a sense of permanence and high-quality, disrupting the traditional plastic-based designs.
3. Minimalistic Stationery - Minimalistic stationery designs, such as the 'On a Roll' tape dispenser, offer a sleek and sophisticated alternative to traditional office supplies.
Industry Implications
1. Office Supplies - The office supplies industry can explore the use of heavy metal adhesives and weighted designs to create premium and long-lasting products.
2. Product Design - Product designers can innovate by incorporating weighted features and minimalistic designs in stationery, offering a new aesthetic and functional value.
3. Home Décor - The use of heavy metal adhesives in office tools like tape dispensers can blur the line between stationery and home décor, enabling unique and stylish office setups.