Zipp

zipp modular wall storage constructed using textiles and other upholstery materials and methods

This project was worked on under the category: furniture - upholstery The task is to re-imagine what upholstery could be, based on what it has been in the past. This includes finding alternative uses for upholstery or improving current products that use upholstery for the majority of their parts such as, sofa, chaise lounge bedframes and mattresses. furniture upholstery storage| prj:zipp

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project brief |

Upholstery is a very common word used in furniture or in describing furniture. However, the products associated with upholstery are now becoming too typical.

Are there other possibilities for products with upholstery?

Can upholstery be applied to a different type of product? factors to consider |

functionalities and purpose materials, manufacturing or construction methods explorations adaptability to current trends, as well as, environment and/or social needs. mass produced vs handmade products factors to consider |

functionalities and purpose materials, manufacturing or construction methods explorations adaptability to current trends, as well as, environment and/or social needs. mass produced vs handmade products

inspirations |

functional painting, 3d display/decor object with a hidden function personal art work, photos, postcards storage and display geometric textured applied to product surface, e.g. 3d wallpaper materials: re-using material remnants from other products to create one-of a kind surface patterns/images. materials: can mix and match patterns, customizable, possible DIY projects/ home craft crossover.

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incorporating upholstery materials onto flat furniture pieces for easy transport and self-assembly giving 3-d functions to conventionally flat pieces - carpet that can be used upright as bookshlves or oversized origami room decor piece :

peel off petals and use as seats, if not in use, they become a sculptural piece

creating 3-d effects of random contours on a flat wall, potentially adding splash of colours without having to paint or use a wallpaper.

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creating textures using expandable storage slots and exploring possibilities for modular pieces

diagonal squares attached/zipped individually to create a quilt-like texture on the wall - 3d wallpaper effect. other possibility - more complex forms, e.g. tessellation.

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when zipper is detached and looped upwards, the surface underneath is revealed possible material, color, texture changes

taking advantage of the attaching and detaching nature of zippers to create simple changes on the wall piece, e.g. creating a loop, hook, or slots. simplifying the diagonal quilt concept into a basic rectangular set with diagonal zipper attachment to contrast the 90째 angles more practical and easier to fit the typical rectangular wall shapes onto any walls at home furniture upholstery storage| prj:zipp

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can be used vertically or horizonally, allows for longer combinations.

mix and match fabric combinations or start with a blank canvas and design own painitngs/patterns other possibilities: re-using old materials such as banners, shoes and bags.

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