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Expressive Robot Hooks

These Robot Hooks by Paul Coconut Smile While You Hang Stuff

— June 5, 2013 — Art & Design
The Guy, Alfred, Jimmy and Steeve hanging hooks by Paul Coconut are shaped like adorable little robots. Depending on which screw heads you choose to mount these adorable hooks with, you can change the robot's facial the expression.

Each of the cute robot hooks in this series are made from powder color-coated steel: Guy is blue, Alfred is white, Jimmy is turquoise and Steeve is black. Each hook is also a slight size and shape variation of the same design. The Guy hanging hook has a rectangular body and the Steeve hook is oval. Each hook then has two hanging arms that extend outwards that are great for hanging clothes, letters, keys and tools from.

The best part of these Paul Coconut hook hangers is that depending on which screw you use, you can change the robot's expression. Pick from either square, circular or triangular to change up how happy your hanging hook looks.
Trend Themes
1. Expressive Hooks - There is an opportunity for developing other products with personalized expressions that can change to fit different moods or occasions.
2. Powder-coated Steel Design - There is an opportunity for applying this design to other household items to give them a sleek, modern, and playful look.
3. Customizable Design - There is an opportunity for creating other products that have parts that can be customized by the user to add more personality and fun to the product.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - Home decor companies can incorporate these robot hooks to attract younger and design-conscious consumers who are looking for playful and functional items for their homes.
2. Hardware - Hardware stores can benefit from this trend by stocking up on these robot hooks, selling them to customers who are looking for unique and expressive solutions for their organizational and storage needs.
3. Toy - Toy companies could capitalize on the popularity of these robot hooks by developing similar playful products that have customizable expressions that appeal to children and adults alike.
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