Designers Dante Bonuccelli and Lamm have created a unique armchair with the back made of computer keys. The keys work like beads that massage your back and add comfort as you lounge.
As to where the re-used material came from? "The project requires keyboards of the same type and dimension," Lamm explains. "Through DAGAD, we came into contact with VOICE SYSTEMS, a company offering IT support to users with visual disabilities. This company develops and produces a machine for the automatic reading of printed texts, known as VOICEbox. The device is integrated with a laptop, from which the keyboard is removed, as it has a numeric keyboard that is easier to use for those with visual disabilities."
Brilliant idea of recycling and remodeling.
Keyboard Furniture
Discarded Laptop Keyboards Make Surprisingly Chic Lounge Chairs
Trend Themes
1. Upcycled Furniture - Using discarded materials to create unique and stylish furniture pieces.
2. Sustainable Design - Creating furniture that promotes recycling and reducing waste.
3. Ergonomic Innovation - Exploring new ways to incorporate comfort and functionality into furniture design.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Opportunity to explore new materials and innovative designs for eco-friendly furniture.
2. Technology Recycling - Potential to collaborate with companies specializing in recycling and repurposing electronic components.
3. Assistive Technology - Utilizing unused keyboard components for creating products that aid individuals with visual disabilities.