‘Prototyping the Domestic Environment’ is a project by students from the Rhode Island School of Design on exhibit at Salone del Mobile 2012 in Milan. This collection of contemporary furniture is redefining how individuals interact with and form their surroundings. The pieces are distinguished through their ability to adapt to a variety of style-oriented or function-based purposes.
The Spiral Stack is a particularly progressive installation; the room divider can be expanded and transformed into a multiple-person seating arrangement or a contemporary shelving unit.
Everything from Prototyping the Domestic Environment can adapt towards someone’s surroundings. Rather than having to purchase new furnishings to revamp your interior decor, this collection ensures that one can constantly shift around and transform their domestic space.
Modular Multipurpose Furniture
‘Prototyping the Domestic Environment' is Adaptable and
Trend Themes
1. Adaptable Furniture - The trend towards adaptable furniture allows individuals to easily transform their domestic space without purchasing new furnishings.
2. Modular Design - The use of modular design in furniture allows for easy customization and reconfiguration to meet different style-oriented or function-based purposes.
3. Multi-purpose Living - The concept of multi-purpose living spaces promotes efficiency and functionality in smaller or shared environments.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Furniture manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for adaptable furniture by incorporating modular designs and multi-purpose functionality into their product lines.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can utilize adaptable furniture to create versatile and flexible living spaces for their clients, maximizing the use of limited space or accommodating changing needs.
3. Real Estate Development - Real estate developers can explore the concept of multi-purpose living spaces to appeal to a wider range of buyers, especially those seeking efficient and adaptable living environments.