Remake Philippe Starck x Alessi
A reinterpretation of three Italian kitchenware items designed by Alessi, originally created by the French designer Philippe Starck. Through extensive research, it was identified that these objects lacked functionality, which occasionally led to customer dissatisfaction. Consequently, my primary objective has been to enhance their functionality while simultaneously experimenting with form, color, humor, and creativity.
Juicy Cactus, Spring 2020, Paper, paint & glue, Lemon Sqeezer, Remake of the Lemon squeezer Juicy Salif by Philippe Starck x Alessi
The Hot Alarm ClocKettle, Spring 2020, Paper, paint & glue, Kettle, Remake of “Hot Bertaa Kettle” by Philippe Starck x Alessi
Ceci n’est pas une pizza, Spring 2020, Paper, paint & glue, Pizza Knife, Remake of the Cake Knife Ceci nest pas une truelle by Philippe Starck x Alessi
The Dancing Chair
This group project, conducted with two classmates, aimed to explore how changing the material of an object can alter its narrative and value. The assignment was to create an object, not necessarily functional, using wire as the primary material, supplemented by plastic cable ties, wood, and thread. The resulting chair serves multiple purposes: it can be used as a seat, a footrest, or a support for gym exercises. Its distinctive feature is its flexibility and multi-directional movement, which gives the impression that the chair is dancing.
The Dancing Chair, Group project, 2020, Wire, plastic cable ties, wood, pillow, 0.5 m
Agave Shield
This project involves creating a wearable safety space designed to maintain a one-meter distance between individuals, in adherence to COVID-19 precautions. Developed in March/April, at the onset of the virus's spread, information about COVID-19 was still unclear, and the primary directive was to avoid close contact, even with loved ones. Therefore, a blend of humor and creativity was deemed appropriate to devise an innovative solution that would enable people to follow safety protocols and minimize the risk of infection. Agave Shield is a jacket featuring an integrated armor on the back. The design of this armor draws inspiration from the Agave cactus, a plant that uses sharp spikes to protect itself from other species. Similarly, the armor's purpose is to provide a protective barrier to maintain social distancing.
Agave Shield, Spring 2020, Cardboard from packaging boxes & Stapler, 2.5 meters
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