SOUNDSTICKS® RADIUS DIVIDERS
SOUNDSTICKS® RADIUS DIVIDERS
Designed by Andrea Ruggiero
Making a commercial product with left over materials, is easier said than done.
But after deep discussions and elaborate workshops with designer Andrea Ruggiero, a design and a method were developed that not only ensured a sustainable product, but also a product that could add something new and relevant to the acoustic segment.
Soundsticks consists of upcycled material left over from Offecct's furniture production, moulded into the shape of a tube that is held together in the ends by recycled aluminium caps.
Soundsticks offer a novel way to divide space while reducing ambient noise in public spaces or open plan workspaces. Available in linear, radial, and clustered configurations, Soundsticks are a modular ceiling-mounted solution that can be hung at any height to complement seating areas or tables of variable heights. Collaborative meeting spaces, waiting areas, or private work-study spots are just some of the spaces that can easily be created with Soundsticks.
DESIGNER
ANDREA RUGGIERO
His multidisciplinary practice focuses on delivering comprehensive design solutions to start-up ventures and internationally established brands.
Trained as an industrial designer, Andrea Ruggiero approaches design as a generalist, bridging various disciplines: In addition to product design, he has been actively involved in the design and development of identity systems, furniture, packaging, and environments.
His multidisciplinary practice focuses on delivering comprehensive design solutions to start-up ventures and internationally established brands and his work has been selected for numerous awards, including Interior Design’s Best of Year, the IDEA Award, the D&AD Award, and multiple Good Design awards — including one for Tempo, designed for Offecct in 2008.
Andrea studied at Domus Academy in Milan and received his degree in Product Design from Parsons School of Design in New York, where he has since taught a wide range of Product Design courses. Half Italian, half Hungarian, Andrea was raised in Italy, China, and Austria.
INFORMATION
BRAND
Offecct
DESIGNER
Andrea Ruggiero
UPHOLSTERY
Upholsterd in blue, grey, green alt. red scale of mixed excess fabric.
PACKING
Supplied in a pack of 8 pcs Soundsticks®.
CAPS
Aluminium
USE
Commercial Product
LENGTH
1240 mm (48.82 in)
PRODUCTION
Made in Sweden
CORE
Sound absorbing core of recycled molded left over fabric and PET bottles.
SHAPE
Shape of a tub
DIAMETER
95 mm (3.74 in)
TYPOLOGY
Room Dividers
COLORS
-Blue -Grey -Green -Red
SHAPES
- Linear
- Radial
- Clustered
MATERIAL DECLARATION SOUNDSTICKS®, BLUE SCALE 8 PCS
| MATERIAL | WEIGHT (KG) | WEIGHT (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Base; Metal | 0.8 | 12 |
| Textile | 1.6 | 22 |
| Foam | 4.8 | 66 |
| Total | 7.2 | - |
MATERIAL DECLARATION
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