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Origami-Inspired Wardrobe Folds Flat for Easy Transport

Posted: 19 Aug 2014 08:00 AM PDT

Dutch designer Renate Nederpel's Pop-Up Linen wardrobe is reminiscent of a large piece of functional origami. Made of cotton fabric and wooden panels, the wardrobe is stable enough to use as intended on a daily basis, but simple and lightweight to move when the need arises. The lightweight wooden panels covered in cotton are designed to produce an object that is visually as well as physically lightweight. Read more…

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Tilt Tableware Strikes a Delicate Balance at Meal Times

Posted: 18 Aug 2014 02:00 PM PDT

The concept of a "balanced meal" gets a whole new meaning with designer Dor Tal's Tilt Tableware collection. The bowl, plate, and cup all function just like normal dishes, but they feature cones on their bottoms where a flat surface would normally be. Each piece also sports a large cork that attaches to its lip. A thin steel cable loops through the cork to create a sort of kickstand for the tableware, holding each piece steady on a flat surface. Read more…