In some rooms, the furniture simply is not arranged in such a way that offers an elevated surface close to a power point. The Placed Socket has been designed to serve these particular outlets by providing a small shelf on which you can set down your battery-deprived smartphone.
Designed by a team from the Ningbo Institute of Technology at Zhejiang University in China, this concept is a clever solution to the annoyance of having your handset dangling from its cord or having to rest it on the floor. What this 2013 Red Dot design is is a socket plate that screws right into the wall. It integrates a hinged cover, and with it opened or closed, the Placed Socket allows the easy insertion of charger plugs.
Shelf-Like Electrical Outlets
The Placed Socket Provides a Little Ledge for Resting Your Phone
Trend Themes
1. Smart Furniture - The trend of integrating innovative features into furniture, like built-in electrical outlets, provides convenience and efficiency for consumers.
2. Compact Charging Solutions - The trend of designing compact and versatile charging solutions, such as the Placed Socket, addresses the need for easily accessible power sources in various spaces.
3. Multifunctional Design - The trend of creating products with multiple functionalities, like the Placed Socket's combination of a socket and a small shelf, offers practicality and space-saving benefits.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - The furniture industry can leverage the smart furniture trend to create innovative pieces that cater to the changing needs of consumers and their increasing reliance on technology.
2. Electrical Equipment Manufacturing - The electrical equipment manufacturing industry can capitalize on the compact charging solutions trend by developing innovative charging devices that provide convenience and portability.
3. Home Improvement Retail - The home improvement retail industry can benefit from the multifunctional design trend by offering a wide range of products that combine practical functionalities, meeting the growing demand for space-saving solutions.