NIGIRI is Designed to Be Both Modern and Portable
Michael Hines — January 3, 2012 — Art & Design
References: behance.net & industrialdesignserved
Functional, modular and minimalist are the three musketeers of adjectives that best describe NIGIRI. NIGIRI is a compact furniture set designed by Elio Di Carlo. The set is made up of a small triangular lounge chair, a miniature coffee table and a square blanket/carpet.
The entire set can be wrapped up into a bundle and transported as easily as a small cooler. NIGIRI's compact size and minimalist, yet attractive style are a winning combination. Di Carlo's design would be perfect for a day at the beach or a picnic in the park. The design would be especially great for those who live in the city and don't have access to a car. It's a well-known fact that carrying beach furniture on the subway/bus is a pain, to say the least.
The entire set can be wrapped up into a bundle and transported as easily as a small cooler. NIGIRI's compact size and minimalist, yet attractive style are a winning combination. Di Carlo's design would be perfect for a day at the beach or a picnic in the park. The design would be especially great for those who live in the city and don't have access to a car. It's a well-known fact that carrying beach furniture on the subway/bus is a pain, to say the least.
Trend Themes
1. Functional Modularity - Designing compact, modular furniture pieces that can be easily transported will offer convenience and functionality to consumers.
2. Minimalist Aesthetic - Creating minimalist furniture sets commensurate with a modern aesthetic will meet consumers' preference for minimalism and attract an urban market.
3. Portable Comfortability - Developing portable furniture in small sizes that can be assembled and disassembled easily for convenience and ease of transportation will serve consumers who frequently travel.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - The furniture industry can capitalize on designs offering portability, modularity, and a minimalist aesthetic that is attractive to modern consumers.
2. Outdoor Recreation - The outdoor recreation industry can integrate compact, modular sets of furniture into camping, hiking, or picnic gear to enable comfortability while traveling.
3. Urban Lifestyle - The urban lifestyle industry can leverage these functional, minimalist furniture sets to offer consumers a complementing solution to modern living.
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