SLIDE is a movable home theater that wirelessly projects movies for young families in various environments, offering an immersive streaming experience that seamlessly blends in with modern house design.
PROJECT INFORMATION
Duration:
Project Focus:
14 weeks project 2021 Fall
This product is not an actual product created by IKEA, and does not feature any trademarks, brands, or copyrighted materials.
Product Design
Ideation
Concept Development
Visualization
Skill:
DESIGN BACKGROUND
As the world's largest furniture retailer, IKEA must remain agile and adapt to changing consumer behaviors in order to stay relevant. To help diversify their portfolio and excel in this fast-changing environment, new product and service ideas should be developed.
2021
In 2021, the pandemic has forced us to change our habits, including going to movie theaters with family, and instead, switch to streaming at home. Even though those day passed, consumers now are still seeking an immersive home entertainment experience.
MARKET RESEARCH
As the world's largest furniture retailer, IKEA must remain agile and adapt to changing consumer behaviors in order to stay relevant. To help diversify their portfolio and excel in this fast-changing environment, new product and service ideas should be developed.
DESIGN CONCEPT
SYSTEM
The Sonos and IKEA collaboration on the Symfonisk line of products brings together IKEA's expertise in furniture design with Sonos' audio technology, offering customers a unique and affordable way to seamlessly integrate high-quality sound into their home decor.
CONCEPT
Sound System
Modern Home
Smart Home
Create an innovative and seamless home theater solution that aligns with IKEA's mission of providing functional and stylish furniture for every home.
Wireless Projector
Sound System
End Table
DESIGN LANGUAGE
MOOD BOARD
Drawing inspiration from the IKEA design language, I incorporated elements such as clean and simple lines, the use of natural materials, bold colors, and a focus on affordability and sustainability into the CMF selection.
DESIGN PROCESS
DESIGN CONCEPT
Drawing inspiration from IKEA furniture, I sketched out ideas for integrating a projector into furniture, with the goal of achieving a balance between visual appeal and functionality, and carefully considering factors such as the placement of the projector, choice of materials, and overall aesthetic.
Technology study
To overcome the keystone issue of the projector, I conducted physical tests to ensure that the design concept is feasible, and determined the optimal height for the projector to achieve the best possible projection quality.
3D MODELLING
Based on the approach of creating sculptural and artistic fragrance pieces, the design language is characterized by a focus on form, texture, and aesthetic elements that elevate the fragrance experience into an art form.
VISUALIZATIONS
Slide Table Set
The “Slide Table’’ is designed to be a portable station that allows users to move it to any location for an immersive movie-watching experience.
Seamless Design
The Slide Table is a versatile piece of furniture that can serve as both a functional table and a decorative piece in your home. Its unique design allows it to blend in seamlessly with your home environment, and when it's not in use, it can easily be used as a side table.
Smart Home System
The Slide table boasts an integrated speaker and smart home connectivity, allowing for quick and easy music control via phone or remote controller.
Immersive Experience
With just a push of a button, the Slide table can transform into a movie projector that automatically adjusts the frame to project your favorite film or streaming content.
Moveable Station
With this home theater, you can enjoy your favorite movies and TV shows from anywhere in your house.