This Extension Fits onto IKEA Glasses to Provide Extra Functionality
Alyson Wyers — August 17, 2013 — Art & Design
References: ad-3d & designboom
This clip-on vase allows you to turn a regular drinking cup into a flower holder. Designed by Aleksander Dimitrov for AD-3D, the 3D printed object works on the regular IKEA pokal glass. The optimally designed extension uses as little material as possible without compromising function. The clip-on vase is made from a polyamide, a strong and flexible material, which allows for expanding and shrinking when attaching the product to the glass. All that is required is a simple click.
This simple tool is a great way to recycle cups you may already own, rather than purchasing a new vase. The clip is white and resembles a mesh or netting. It would be worth looking into to see if the item could fit over similarly sized glasses as well.
Photo Credits: designboom, ad-3d
This simple tool is a great way to recycle cups you may already own, rather than purchasing a new vase. The clip is white and resembles a mesh or netting. It would be worth looking into to see if the item could fit over similarly sized glasses as well.
Photo Credits: designboom, ad-3d
Trend Themes
1. Clip-on Vases - The trend showcases the innovation of transforming regular drinking cups into functional flower holders, allowing for creative reuse and cost-saving opportunities.
2. 3D Printing - This trend highlights the disruptive innovation potential of 3D printing technology in creating customizable and functional objects like the clip-on vase.
3. Upcycling - The trend of repurposing existing items, such as cups, into new and useful products like clip-on vases, presents an opportunity for sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The home decor industry could benefit from incorporating clip-on vases, providing customers with versatile and customizable options for floral arrangements.
2. 3D Printing - The 3D printing industry can explore expanding into functional accessories like clip-on vases, demonstrating the potential for personalized and innovative home products.
3. Sustainability - The sustainability industry can leverage the concept of upcycling in products like clip-on vases to promote eco-friendly alternatives to traditional home decor and reduce waste.
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