Most furniture is characterized by its static design that simply needs to be replaced after extended wear is placed on it, but the 'Voxel' modular sofa is designed to change this. Designed by the Denmark and New York-based architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) for furniture brand Common Seating, the 'Voxel' modular sofa has a low design with components that can be flipped, moved or repaired, as needed. This is thanks to the block-like components that can be easily swapped out to keep the unit looking fresh.
The 'Voxel' modular sofa comes in a variety of shade choices and is made on-demand before being shipped directly to the customer from the workshop for a closed-loop shopping experience.
Image Credit: BIG / Common Seating
What's Driving This Trend
- Modular Furniture
- There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the furniture industry by creating modular designs that allow for easy changes and repair.
- Customization
- Furniture brands can explore disruptive innovation by offering customized options, like a variety of shade choices, to meet individual customer preferences.
- Closed-loop Shopping
- Implementing closed-loop shopping experiences, where products are made on-demand and shipped directly to customers, presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the furniture industry.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture Manufacturing
- The furniture manufacturing industry can capitalize on modular designs to enhance customer experience and reduce waste.
- Interior Design
- In the field of interior design, there is a potential for disruptive innovation by incorporating customizable modular furniture options into design projects.
- E-commerce
- E-commerce platforms can leverage closed-loop shopping experiences in the furniture industry to provide unique value propositions and reduce environmental impact.
