You won't truly realize how flimsy your tape dispenser or pencil cup is until you have seen 'Solid' from Magnus Pettersen. Solid is a simple set of desk accessories made entirely out of concrete.
Solid consists of a tape dispenser, pencil cup and what looks to be a soap dish/paperclip holder. The entire set definitely has the ability to spark a conversation in any office.
Unconventional concrete designs have been on the rise recently, with designers using the tough stuff to build a variety of items from furniture to flash drives. It would be interesting to see a designer release an entire line of everyday items cast in concrete.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Concrete Office Accessories
- The trend of using concrete to create office accessories presents opportunities for designers to create durable and visually striking products.
- Conversation Starter Office Supplies
- The rise of unconventional office supplies made from unique materials like concrete offers opportunities for creating items that spark conversations and create a memorable impression in the workplace.
- Unconventional Material Design
- The use of concrete in everyday office items showcases the trend of designers experimenting with unconventional materials, opening up possibilities for disruptive innovations in various product categories.
Where This Applies
- Office Supplies
- The office supplies industry can explore using concrete and other unconventional materials to create durable and unique products that cater to the growing demand for stylish and long-lasting office accessories.
- Design and Home Decor
- The design and home decor industry can incorporate the trend of using concrete in everyday items to create functional and aesthetically pleasing office accessories that are both durable and visually appealing.
- Materials and Construction
- The materials and construction industry can explore the use of concrete in new ways to create innovative and sustainable products that challenge traditional manufacturing techniques for office supplies and other consumer goods.
