This White Cardboard Furniture Uses Seatbelts in its Design
Laura McQuarrie — July 26, 2013 — Eco
References: peppermintproducts & retaildesignblog.net
This white cardboard furniture by 'Peppermint Products' has many things going in its favor -- it is lightweight, eco-friendly and most of all stylish. The all-white furniture is made from heavy-weight cardboard and held together with a colorful seatbelt strap in a punchy accent color. In addition to adding aesthetic value, the seatbelt straps wrap help to hold the furniture together when it is in its furniture and folded form, which makes it easy to flatpack an transport home.
Although the material seems deceptively frail, the honeycomb structure on the interior of the cardboard fortifies the designs so that they are able to function as actual furniture pieces. The Munich-based company's collection includes a range of pieces, from seating to bookshelves that would be ideal for student budgets and dorm rooms.
Although the material seems deceptively frail, the honeycomb structure on the interior of the cardboard fortifies the designs so that they are able to function as actual furniture pieces. The Munich-based company's collection includes a range of pieces, from seating to bookshelves that would be ideal for student budgets and dorm rooms.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Cardboard Furniture - The rise of cardboard furniture made from eco-friendly materials presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in sustainable production and design.
2. Innovative Furniture Design - The use of seatbelts as an accent and structural component in cardboard furniture introduces an opportunity for creative and functional furniture design.
3. Flatpack Furniture Solutions - The ability to easily fold and transport cardboard furniture presents an opportunity for disruption in the furniture industry for those who value convenience and ease of assembly.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Furniture manufacturers can take advantage of the opportunity to incorporate sustainable materials and innovative designs to appeal to an eco-conscious consumer market.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can use cardboard furniture made from eco-friendly materials to create unique and sustainable designs for their clients.
3. Student Housing - Providers of student housing can offer lightweight and affordable furniture options that are easy to move and transport to meet the needs of student lifestyles.
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