Formwork is a system of modular desk accessories that enable people to bring order to their papers, tools, and artefacts. It has been designed for Herman Miller by Sam Hecht and Kim Colin of Industrial Facility and like all their products, has been meticulously researched, beginning the a careful examination of the items that populate the modern desk. The process clearly showed that not only were the items a mixture of analogue and digital items, but an amalgamation of not just the office, but also the kitchen, the workshop and the bathroom. Because of the wide range of items to be stored and used, Hecht and Colin chose a simple box shape and made it relative to the commonly found items. For instance pen cups share the same diameter as the internal roll of masking tape; boxes share the same size as tissue boxes; and paper trays share the sizes of assorted papers and magazines. A hierarchy of usefulness is achieved, with each accessory allowing for multiple uses.
Formwork is entirely flexible and can be stacked and combined in any way the user desires. Clever and thoughtful features such as cantilevered levels allow objects to be revealed or concealed for easy access. Formwork is made from ABS Plastic with a non-slip Silicone Base and comes in a range of colours. It’s an elegant and thoughtful solution to the very common problem of desktop storage but it would be a delightful addition to the workshop or home – it’s an accessory that can only help enhance work and home life which is what we’re all about.
