Whether used as home decor or as an alternative to traditional (albeit safer) toys, these metal origami creatures are cute and stylish. Foregoing paper for a material that will last a lot longer, the metal origami creations fold into abstract animals that both kids and adults will fall in love with. Chic and cute, the flat-pack designs encourage people to take a hands on approach when it comes to decorating their home with unique objects.
Designed by Poligon, a studio founded by Royal College of Art graduates Rodrigo Solorzano and Matthew White, the metal origami sculptures are currently seeking funds on Kickstarter. Clean, simple and fashionable, it is no wonder that the metal origami animals have already reached half its goal. They come in insect and mammal forms.
Animalistic Metal Origami
Poligon Creates Abstract Foldable Sculptures for Playful Decor
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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