The Rubik's Coaster Turns the Iconic Toy into a Quirky Kitchen Accessory
Michael Hines — May 19, 2011 — Life-Stages
References: spinninghat & technabob
It is a wonder to me that it took so long for someone to create the Rubik's Coaster. The iconic puzzle toy has been reincarnated for what seems to be the millionth time in the form of a cheeky coaster set.
Remixing the Rubik's Cube has become a popular practice as of late, with designers turning the toy into everything from a pepper grinder to a speaker. The Rubik's Coaster is one of the more functional remixes out there, as everyone, and I mean everyone, either has or desires a set of coasters. The cube itself is split into six sections that can be stacked on top of one another to create the image of a Rubik's Cube when not in use. While I never had the patience required to solve a Rubik's Cube, I think my coffee table could really benefit from a geeky accessory like this Rubik's Coaster.
Remixing the Rubik's Cube has become a popular practice as of late, with designers turning the toy into everything from a pepper grinder to a speaker. The Rubik's Coaster is one of the more functional remixes out there, as everyone, and I mean everyone, either has or desires a set of coasters. The cube itself is split into six sections that can be stacked on top of one another to create the image of a Rubik's Cube when not in use. While I never had the patience required to solve a Rubik's Cube, I think my coffee table could really benefit from a geeky accessory like this Rubik's Coaster.
Trend Themes
1. Remixed Products - Creating new and functional products by remixing iconic toys and objects.
2. Quirky Kitchen Accessories - Developing unique and playful kitchen accessories to add personality to everyday items.
3. Geek Culture Merchandise - Designing and producing merchandise that appeals to fans of classic geek culture.
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1. Product Design - Opportunity to create innovative and practical products by reimagining existing toys or objects.
2. Kitchenware - Potential for developing unconventional kitchen accessories that offer a fun and distinctive touch.
3. Merchandising - Market for producing and selling niche merchandise that caters to geek culture enthusiasts.
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