The Discus Pen is certainly not a groundbreaking concept since many writing utensils incorporate mechanisms for protecting their fragile ink-releasing ends. Like many of these, this Morris Pen product is retractable, integrating a long slit and a slider for pushing the tip in and out according to need.
What makes Joongho Choi's design special is its sleek metal body, its slick shape and the ringed disc that serves as the slidable button. Despite the clean and quite contemporary look of the writing implement, this feature of the Discus Pen was inspired by the ancient Greek object that was thrown for sport. More than serving simply as a switch, this circular element doubles as a grip for one's fingertips while using the streamlined scribbler.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Sport-inspired Accessories
- Opportunities for incorporating design elements from different sports into everyday items.
- Functional Aesthetic
- Creating products that are not only stylish but also serve a specific purpose beyond the expected.
- Heritage-inspired Design
- Drawing inspiration from ancient objects or traditions for modern product design.
Where This Applies
- Stationery and Writing Implements
- Incorporating innovative designs and functionality in pens, pencils, and other writing tools.
- Sporting Goods
- Creating crossover products that utilize design elements from different sports in other industries.
- Product Design and Manufacturing
- Emphasizing the importance of combining form and function in modern design.
