Braun and Virgil Abloh have collaborated on a stylishly designed speaker called the Wandanlage that takes its inspiration from a 1965 design of the same name.
The joint effort pays homage to the beautiful piece and updates it with an array of new features, making for a "functional art" piece that acts as a statement work in any modern space. A few updates to the design include a SM3 shaver and T1 toaster. Balancing a retro design with a modern appeal, the stereo unit is meant to be installed into the wall, where the all-chrome body appears to float.
To promote the collaborative work and highlight the impressive sound qualities offered by the unit, Braun and Abloh released a film that features an 80-minute remix track created by Abloh and The Chopstars, a team of sound designers who are based out of Houston.
Image Credit: Braun / Virgil Abloh
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Retro-inspired Design
- Opportunity for companies to collaborate and create retro-inspired products for modern consumers.
- Functional Art
- The integration of technology with artistic design opens up the opportunity for companies to create statement pieces that serve a functional purpose.
- Innovative Audio Collaboration
- Opportunity for audio companies to collaborate with designers and artists to create unique and high-quality sound systems for the modern consumer.
Where This Applies
- Consumer Electronics
- Companies can create innovative and stylish designs for consumer electronics that combine art and technology.
- Furniture and Home Decor
- The integration of technology into furniture and home decor presents an opportunity to create functional art pieces for modern living spaces.
- Collaborative Design
- Collaboration between different industries such as audio and fashion/design can lead to the creation of innovative and unique products.
