Benoit Challand's Fold Yard Series Challenges Cubical Designs
Jana Pijak — May 15, 2014 — Art & Design
References: benoitchalland & frameweb
The Fold Yard series by Benoit Challand transforms classic typographic designs into practical furniture pieces that are built at a large scale. The eight letters used to spell out "Fold Yard" are transformed into unique office elements that house work station and storage units of different sizes.
These Large-scale workstations are a great alternative to cubicles and are a stunning accent for publishing houses and editorial offices that are in need of a fresh redesign.
French designer Benoit Challand embraces open office systems with his Fold Yard series that converts classic multi-functional desks into typography inspired cubicles. Different letters of the alphabet make up the series, each transforming to a unique office solution that is both visually stunning and practical for users.
These Large-scale workstations are a great alternative to cubicles and are a stunning accent for publishing houses and editorial offices that are in need of a fresh redesign.
French designer Benoit Challand embraces open office systems with his Fold Yard series that converts classic multi-functional desks into typography inspired cubicles. Different letters of the alphabet make up the series, each transforming to a unique office solution that is both visually stunning and practical for users.
Trend Themes
1. Typography-inspired Office Furniture - There is an opportunity for designers and manufacturers to create office furniture inspired by typography that combines visual appeal with practicality.
2. Large-scale Workstations - The trend of large-scale workstations presents an opportunity for companies to create spacious and versatile office solutions that can replace traditional cubicles.
3. Open Office Systems - The shift towards open office systems opens up opportunities for designers to create innovative furniture solutions that promote collaboration and flexibility.
Industry Implications
1. Office Furniture - The office furniture industry can capitalize on the trend of typography-inspired furniture and large-scale workstations by offering innovative and visually appealing products tailored for modern office environments.
2. Design and Manufacturing - Designers and manufacturers can seize the opportunity to create and produce large-scale workstations that meet the demand for open office systems and contribute to workspace innovation.
3. Interior Design and Architecture - Interior designers and architects have a chance to leverage the trend of open office systems by incorporating typography-inspired office furniture and large-scale workstations into their designs to create visually striking and functional workspaces.
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