The Tinka-Tune Presents a Colorful Way Bring Music into the Home
Amelia Roblin — July 13, 2012 — Life-Stages
References: mrphilso & yankodesign
The way that the Tinka-Tune was intended for installation against the structural features of a house really expresses the designer's desire to make music more accessible to children. This proposal improves upon the concept of the designated music room or corner in a home and involves the attachment of wooden keys along walls and around columns.
Phil So's versatile and customizable xylophone comprises a set of sweet-sounding sugar maple tabs that are color-coded and alphabetically labeled with the notes to which they correspond. The mounting of a magnetized rail allows kids to arrange the keys in any order they choose, though guidance is offered through a starter song book. When set up in a descending sequence, the Tinka-Tune can even be played by a rolling marble.
Phil So's versatile and customizable xylophone comprises a set of sweet-sounding sugar maple tabs that are color-coded and alphabetically labeled with the notes to which they correspond. The mounting of a magnetized rail allows kids to arrange the keys in any order they choose, though guidance is offered through a starter song book. When set up in a descending sequence, the Tinka-Tune can even be played by a rolling marble.
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Home Music - The Tinka-Tune shows a trend towards interactive music experiences in the home.
2. Customizable Instruments - The Tinka-Tune highlights the trend of customizable musical instruments for children.
3. Incorporating Learning Into Design - The Tinka-Tune demonstrates the trend of incorporating educational elements into product design.
Industry Implications
1. Children's Toys and Games - The Tinka-Tune presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the children's toys and games industry.
2. Musical Instrument Manufacturing - The Tinka-Tune offers an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the musical instrument manufacturing industry.
3. Interior Design and Home Decor - The Tinka-Tune opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the interior design and home decor industry.
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