A Pile of Suitcases
Marissa Brassfield — October 24, 2008 — Art & Design
References: designerpages & boingboing.net
Part of the reason Maarten De Ceulaer's 'A Pile of Suitcases' wardrobe is making such waves at Dutch Design Week is its inherent simplicity.
After all, isn't a packed suitcase essentially an All-Star roster of your closet? All of the pieces are appropriate for the season, fit you well, are versatile, generally wrinkle-free and easily-laundered, and are items you love to wear. No one departs for a trip to Aruba with a suitcase full of clothes they hate. Maarten De Ceulaer's wardrobe design is quite appropriate in this regard.
Perhaps a wardrobe like Maarten De Ceulaer's 'A Pile of Suitcases' would force you to think of your closet the same way you would your suitcase, tossing clothes that you don't like and packing away clothes that are inappropriate for the season.
After all, isn't a packed suitcase essentially an All-Star roster of your closet? All of the pieces are appropriate for the season, fit you well, are versatile, generally wrinkle-free and easily-laundered, and are items you love to wear. No one departs for a trip to Aruba with a suitcase full of clothes they hate. Maarten De Ceulaer's wardrobe design is quite appropriate in this regard.
Perhaps a wardrobe like Maarten De Ceulaer's 'A Pile of Suitcases' would force you to think of your closet the same way you would your suitcase, tossing clothes that you don't like and packing away clothes that are inappropriate for the season.
Trend Themes
1. Travel-inspired Wardrobes - Opportunity for designing wardrobes that mimic the organization and versatility of suitcases for a curated and efficient closet experience.
2. Simplicity in Design - Potential for creating minimalist and functional furniture pieces that prioritize simplicity and ease of use.
3. Capsule Wardrobes - Disruptive innovation opportunity to develop capsule wardrobe solutions that encourage decluttering and thoughtful curation of clothing items.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Furniture designers can explore creating travel-inspired wardrobes that incorporate elements of organization and versatility found in suitcases.
2. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry can embrace the concept of capsule wardrobes and create innovative solutions that promote simplicity and mindful consumption.
3. Storage Solutions - Opportunity for storage solution companies to develop products that help individuals organize their clothing and accessories in a manner similar to a pile of suitcases.
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