ARTENGO ROLLNET
Designer: DECATHLON (FRA)
Manufacturer: Decathlon
Silver, Industrial Design Excellence Awards 2008
The rollnet was devised as a means for people to play the game of table tennis on any surface they felt like; as well as to create a net that could be easily adapted to a proper table tennis table quickly and easily. The net easily rolls out and clamps on the base of each side section allow it to be attached to any surface with a lip. It is provided with a lightweight plastic case allowing for easy transportation between areas without damage
The rollnet is small and lightweight enough for just about anyone to use and the form of each handle fits snuggly into the human hand. The plastic casing means that the rollnet cannot rust, and its rounded surface allows for minimal handling injuries. White is used as the chief colour, giving it a strong shelf presence and a playful personality, and other colours contrast well with it. The choice of 9 different colours also allows it to match whatever intended suface you have in mind for it. These design choices means it fits well with a youthful target audience, however young adults could also have a lot of fun with something that can be easily set up for use at work or university.
LINE: Minimal curving lines create different areas of colour
LINE: Rounded overall shape gives it a friendly, playful appearance
BALANCE: Completely symmetrical; necessary for this type of product
CONTRAST: Two colours contrasting against the white of the main areas
CONTRAST: Looks completely different to any other table tennis net on the market
FORM: Smooth, fun, rounded
FORM: Brings a new fun look to an otherwise dull table tennis table
FORM: Size comfortably fits in most all hand shapes
FORM: Fits well within a modern environment
COLOUR: Bright, vibrant colours to enhance the ‘fun’ look of the product
COLOUR: Nine different choices available to suit all tastes
TEXTURE: Smooth plastic for sturdiness and minimal handling injuries. Also means the product will not rust.
PROPORTION: Stark white draws attention to the overall form and shape of the product
Further information:
http://www.icsid.org/feature/galleria/galleria82.htm
http://images.businessweek.com/ss/08/07/0717_idea_winners/122.htm
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