Functional, modular and minimalist are the three musketeers of adjectives that best describe NIGIRI. NIGIRI is a compact furniture set designed by Elio Di Carlo. The set is made up of a small triangular lounge chair, a miniature coffee table and a square blanket/carpet.
The entire set can be wrapped up into a bundle and transported as easily as a small cooler. NIGIRI's compact size and minimalist, yet attractive style are a winning combination. Di Carlo's design would be perfect for a day at the beach or a picnic in the park. The design would be especially great for those who live in the city and don't have access to a car. It's a well-known fact that carrying beach furniture on the subway/bus is a pain, to say the least.
What's Driving This Trend
- Functional Modularity
- Designing compact, modular furniture pieces that can be easily transported will offer convenience and functionality to consumers.
- Minimalist Aesthetic
- Creating minimalist furniture sets commensurate with a modern aesthetic will meet consumers' preference for minimalism and attract an urban market.
- Portable Comfortability
- Developing portable furniture in small sizes that can be assembled and disassembled easily for convenience and ease of transportation will serve consumers who frequently travel.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture
- The furniture industry can capitalize on designs offering portability, modularity, and a minimalist aesthetic that is attractive to modern consumers.
- Outdoor Recreation
- The outdoor recreation industry can integrate compact, modular sets of furniture into camping, hiking, or picnic gear to enable comfortability while traveling.
- Urban Lifestyle
- The urban lifestyle industry can leverage these functional, minimalist furniture sets to offer consumers a complementing solution to modern living.
