# Clever 3D-Printed Modules TAKT Project is in the Business of Hacking the Home By Meghan Young | Published 2015-01-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takt-project References: [spoon-tamago](http://www.spoon-tamago.com/2014/04/04/takt-project-uses-3d-printing-to-transform-everyday-objects/) & [taktproject](http://taktproject.com/) 3D printing technology has encouraged designers to be more experimental with their creations, which is exactly what TAKT Project has made its mission statement--or so it appears. TAKT Project mass produces [abstract modules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gioco) that creatively and cleverly converts existing furniture pieces into other designs. For instance, four chairs come together to become a table while a clock can be suspended from the ceiling. TAKT Project is a Tokyo-based company, which teamed up with Japanese start-up WHILL to create this quirky line of [3D printed products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-3d-printed-suitcase). The company states, “Just like a ‘sampling techniques’ in music industry which create new tracks by quoting a track or sound in the past, we can create original products by quoting a ready-made product, and adding pieces made by 3D printer.” Rethinking ordinary objects is always a fun endeavor. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modular Furniture:** The trend of modular furniture allows for creative conversions and customization using 3D printing technology. - **Repurposed Design:** Repurposing existing furniture pieces with 3D printed modules is a disruptive innovation opportunity. - **Mass Customization:** By using 3D printing to convert furniture, TAKT Project taps into the trend of mass customization in the design industry. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture Design:** The furniture design industry can benefit from incorporating 3D printing and modular concepts for customizable and repurposed designs. - **3D Printing:** The 3D printing industry has an opportunity to expand into the creation of modules and components for furniture repurposing projects. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can leverage modular furniture and 3D printing to offer unique and customizable design solutions to their clients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3D-Printed Wooden Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/econitwood.md) - [3D-Printed Modular Lamp Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stak-modular-lamp.md) - [Comfy Printed Component Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-chair-design.md) - [3D-Printed Organization Stationary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-hopkins.md) - [Hacking-Friendly Decor Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikeahack-collection.md) - [Vibrant 3D-Printed Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-design.md) - [Conversation-Starting Eco Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delo.md) - [Wooden Modular Furniture Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deku.md) - [Infinitely Expandable Light Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cube-one-table-lamp.md)