In an uncommon production choice, an industrial design student uses a Spirograph to create common household items.
Shawn Yang created a large version of the Spirograph toy to design these items and creates 3D versions of 2D images. Called "The Spirograph Lab," this device can create home accessories such as lampshades, candle holders, bowls and plates. The products are created with a cog that is attached to a container filled with liquid resin via magnets. When the motor is switched on, the cog spins around the container and "shoots resin in a corresponding pattern of concentric circles."
The creations produced by this peculiar contraption allow for the user to customize unique designs for the decorative accents in their home.
Spirograph Home Accessories
This Process Uses a Children's Toy to Create Useful Home Accessories
Trend Themes
1. Toy-inspired Home Design - Opportunity for manufacturers to explore the use of innovative designs inspired by childhood toys.
2. Customizable Home Accessories - Opportunity for companies to provide personalized and customizable home accessories to consumers.
3. Alternative Manufacturing Processes - Opportunity for companies to explore cost-efficient and eco-friendly manufacturing processes in product development.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - Innovative companies in the home decor industry can incorporate new designs inspired by popular toys like Spirograph.
2. Manufacturing - Manufacturing companies can explore new methods and processes to create unique and customizable products for consumers.
3. Toy Industry - Toy companies can explore new collaborations with other industries to expand the use of their products outside of traditional play.