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Versatile Multipurpose Rooms

The Barcode Room Quickly Transforms Spaces with Moving Walls

— December 5, 2012 — Art & Design
The Barcode Room created by studio_01 is a concept design that allows a space to change into different functionalities with the help of moving walls.

Equipped with movable walls, called bars, they can be moved from side to side and can be easily customized to one's liking. There are also removable elements such as storage and furniture that are built into the walls, which is another way to change around your space. Each wall is made up of 12 components, which can be moved around to create a variety of options -- for living, sleeping and even eating. By changing up the space to fit your lifestyle, you create your own 'barcode' that caters to your individuality.

The concept was a first prize winner in a competition that asked entries to create a studio apartment that could also be used as a gathering space. This versatile system that involves moving walls is definitely one that any urban dweller would love.
Trend Themes
1. Multipurpose Design - The concept of versatile spaces that can transform into different functionalities is a disruptive innovation opportunity for interior design.
2. Customizable Living - The use of movable walls and modular furniture to customize living spaces presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the home decor industry.
3. Adaptive Architecture - The concept of using movable walls and removable elements to create adaptive spaces opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for the architecture and construction industries.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - The concept of versatile multipurpose rooms with moving walls presents an opportunity for innovative design solutions in the interior design industry.
2. Home Decor - The use of movable walls and modular furniture to customize living spaces creates an opportunity for innovative products and solutions in the home decor industry.
3. Architecture and Construction - The concept of adaptive spaces with movable walls and removable elements presents an opportunity for innovative architectural designs and construction techniques.
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