Bentolabs is showcasing the new Aurala120A, an abstract storage system for consumers interested in vinyl collecting. This unit features a transparent acrylic construction that holds up to 120 records, allowing consumers to view their vinyls clearly through the see-through side pieces. Notably, this piece was born out of founder Grier Govorko's desire to celebrate the hobby of vinyl collecting.
“I’ve always been inspired by how designers like Charles and Ray Eames experimented with acrylics and how Pierre Paulin used transparent materials to create visual lightness,” “Govorko noted. The Aurala120A follows this legacy – using clear acrylic to achieve what feels like an architectural impossibility, where your records appear to float within the space.”
The Aurala120A is available for purchase through the Bentolabs website.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Transparent Storage Solutions
- Innovations in transparent materials now enable storage units that keep contents visible, appealing to both functionality and aesthetics.
- Acrylic Furniture Design
- Designers are increasingly implementing acrylic into furniture, creating visually light yet structurally robust pieces.
- Vinyl Collecting Revival
- With record sales surging, products designed specifically for vinyl collectors are emerging to cater to this growing market.
Who This Affects Most
- Interior Design
- The use of unique materials like acrylic is transforming the interior design industry by introducing modern, minimalist looks.
- Consumer Electronics
- As the popularity of vinyl records rises, the consumer electronics industry is seeing an uptick in demand for supporting products like specialized storage units.
- Furniture Manufacturing
- Adopting new materials such as acrylic in furniture production is offering manufacturers opportunities to innovate and differentiate their products.
