Los Angeles-based art studio called 'DABSMYLA' transformed this unused storage building into a collaborative art project. DABSMYLA partnered with Modernica to alter the 4,000 square foot space into a whimsical fun house.
The old 1930s storage unit was filled with "paintings, sculptures, installations and exclusive furnishings to create an immersive cartoon world." The two contributing parties were able to share many views and similar perspectives, which can be seen in accents of mid-century modernism works. Using bold colors and whimsical designs such as cartoon cats, ducks and people brings a playful aura to the entire atmosphere.
This collaborative design project was given the title 'Before & Further.' The idea is to take something that has been overlooked, such as an old storage building and transform it into something new. Things that were once useful can always be re-purposed.
Cartoon-Covered Fun Houses
This Collaborative Design Project Transformed a Storage Unit Into Art
Trend Themes
1. Collaborative Art Projects - The trend of collaborative art projects creates opportunities for artists and designers to transform overlooked spaces into immersive experiences.
2. Whimsical Design - The trend of incorporating bold colors and whimsical designs, such as cartoon motifs, brings a playful aura to various industries, including art and interior design.
3. Repurposing Unused Spaces - The trend of repurposing unused spaces, like old storage buildings, offers opportunities for creative transformations and revitalization projects.
Industry Implications
1. Art - In the art industry, there are disruptive innovation opportunities for collaborative art projects to create immersive experiences in overlooked spaces.
2. Interior Design - The interior design industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating whimsical designs and bold colors to create playful atmospheres.
3. Revitalization and Restoration - The revitalization and restoration industry can seize disruptive innovation opportunities by repurposing unused spaces, such as old storage buildings, and transforming them into something new and engaging.