Masque Thing is a rubber cabinet designed by architecture studio Allthatissolid who chose to experiment with material to deliver an interesting juxtaposition and experience. The storage unit is covered in grey silicone that resembles terrazzo. This craftsmanship is courtest of Youngbuk—a Brooklyn art fabricator.
In total, the rubber cabinet has 12 doors and a row of top drawers, making it quite sizable. When consumers pull on the brass handles, the material stretches ever so slightly and forms "breast-like shapes."
Masque Thing's six wooden legs are also a point of interest as they are all differently shaped and are described to "peek out in sumptuous ways."
The extravagant rubber cabinet is designed for an art collectors' apartment on the Upper West Side in New York.
Image Credit: Max Kuo and Geoffrey Badner
What's Driving This Trend
- Material Experimentation
- The use of unconventional materials in design opens up opportunities for unique and provocative products.
- Juxtaposition of Materials
- Combining different materials in unexpected ways can create visually intriguing products.
- Playful Functional Design
- Designs that incorporate unexpected elements and forms can bring a sense of playfulness to functional objects.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture Design
- Exploring new materials and design techniques can lead to innovative and eye-catching furniture pieces.
- Art and Collectibles
- Incorporating artistic elements into functional objects can attract art collectors and enthusiasts.
- Interior Design
- Innovative furniture pieces can enhance the overall aesthetic and atmosphere of a space.
