STATIONARY RANGE
Paired Design Project with @musttashdesign
We have created a range of stationary that consists of a hole punch, stapler, and a tape dispenser. Our designs are inspired by the shapes of Tetris and are made up of small cubes that each have their own purpose. The uniformity of these shapes make the objects easy to stack together. Experimenting with how these shapes can be arranged
creates an element of playfulness that we hope will inspire creativity in the workplace. This modular structure allows for parts to be removed, customised, and replaced as needed, which prolongs the lifespan of each individual product, increasing the overall sustainability of the design.
STAPLER
Sketchbook work showcasing development.
The final stapler design held standard staple components in a 3D printed casing which allowed for the pressure to release the staples. This part slid up and down an internal spine that held the parts together. The rear compartment was designed to hold extra staples to ensure that the user doesn't run out.
This part was by far the most complex to design within the range as the internal components had to be placed specifically in relation to the page and have the two main directions of movement both internally and externally that released the staples.
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I took apart pre-existing staplers to explore the mechanisms and find out where there was room for innovation.
HOLE PUNCH
To fit with my values of sustainability I wanted each part of the design to be useful. Because of this each section of the design has a distinct function.
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The top right cube works as a button that, when pressed, creates the hole in the page. In the slit, the back edge of the gap ensures that the hole is the standard distance of 12mm from the edge of the page. The part has enough space for multiple sheets. The bottom right cube holds a drawer which catches the offcuts. The bottom left holds a measuring tape which indicates where the paper should sit for standard 2, 3, and 4 hole spacings on A4 and A5.
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Each part is attached to the assembly through magnetic tape which allows for the replacement of broken parts and also customisation for the user as different colours/patterns could be supplied. This ensures a longer lifespan overall and a minimal amount of waste when parts do break beyond reparation.
TAPE DISPENSER
The final tape dispenser design became a solid base with a hollow cube sat on one end. This separate cube was designed to be a frame for the sharp edge to sit on so as to minimise weight and material use. Neither part has a roof/lid to allow the space for easy removal/ replacement of the roll of tape.
