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Stool-Embedded Storage Systems

Obi is a Collection of Quirky Furnishings with Playful Flexibility

— December 5, 2012 — Art & Design
If you break down Obi by Davide Anzalone, what you get is a pair of four-sided wooden boxes and two stool-like objects of different heights. However, based on this simple modular collection, the designer has created a charming colony of shelving units that can be outfitted with a variety of storage accessories.

The shorter stool fits within the squat cube to establish a single shelf in the center between the upper and lower ledges. The taller four-legged surface nestles in the base of the elongated frame to form a small cubby and an additional sill. Above this, a set of drawers might be installed, or a structure of supplemental shelving.

Obi by Davide Anzalone was designed in collaboration with Tommaso Bistacchi and produced to take on an endearing compositional awkwardness with a whimsical splash of color.
Trend Themes
1. Modular Furniture - Opportunity for disruptive innovation lies in developing modular furniture systems that can be easily customized and reconfigured based on user needs and preferences.
2. Multi-functional Design - There is potential for disruptive innovation in creating furnishings that serve multiple purposes, such as combining storage and seating elements.
3. Customizable Storage Solutions - Disruptive innovation can be explored by developing customizable storage systems that allow users to personalize and adapt their storage spaces according to their specific requirements.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - The furniture manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of modular furniture by incorporating flexible design elements into their product offerings.
2. Home Organization - The home organization industry can benefit from the trend of multi-functional design by offering innovative products that combine storage and seating functionalities to optimize space utilization.
3. Interior Design - In the field of interior design, there is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating customizable storage solutions that can be seamlessly integrated into different living spaces.
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