Task Lub Rooj Ua Haujlwm Ntau Yam by Alexander Flikshteyn and Ron Marks

Task Lub Rooj Ua Haujlwm Ntau Yam by Alexander Flikshteyn and Ron Marks is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 A' Design Award Tooj in Tsim Rooj Tog Competition Category.

ToojRooj Tog· 2023

Task Lub Rooj Ua Haujlwm Ntau Yam

by Alexander Flikshteyn and Ron Marks

Client: 2Guy design

A' Design Award Tooj Winner in Rooj Tog Category

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The Design

About Task Lub Rooj Ua Haujlwm Ntau Yam

Lub rooj ua haujlwm Task yog ib qho kev xaiv zoo heev rau cov neeg uas nrhiav chaw ua haujlwm uas muaj txiaj ntsig thiab zoo nkauj. Txawm hais tias nws me me, nws muab ntau yam nta uas ua rau nws xis nyob thiab siv tau zoo, xws li lub cuab yeej hais lus Wi-Fi uas siv tau nrog Alexa, lub microphone me me rau kev sib tham video kom meej, thiab kev tswj cov xov hlau zais cia rau kev muab fais fab. Lub rooj tseem muaj qhov chaw them roj teeb hauv qab rau xov tooj lossis ntsiav tshuaj, lub thawv ntawv rau cov khoom sib txawv, thiab cov module ntxig uas tso cai rau kev kho kom haum rau chaw ua haujlwm, xws li koj cov nroj tsuag nyiam lossis duab thav duab.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Tooj

Task Lub Rooj Ua Haujlwm Ntau Yam yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Tooj, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom heev uas muab rau cov qauv tsim tshwj xeeb uas txawv los ntawm kev tsim tshiab, kev txawj tsim thiab kev ntse. Cov neeg yeej Tooj yog cov khoom muaj txuj ci heev thiab tsim tshiab heev uas ua pov thawj txog kev paub ntau, kev xav thiab kev txawj ua ntawm cov kws tsim qauv. Task Lub Rooj Ua Haujlwm Ntau Yam xav tias yuav yog ib qho khoom uas neeg hwm, qhuas thiab hlub, uas tshaj lij heev thiab tsim tshiab. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Tooj no siv cov kev coj ua zoo tshaj plaws ntawm kev kos duab, kev tshawb fawb, kev tsim qauv thiab thev naus laus zis thiab zoo heev vim nws saib xyuas cov ntsiab lus. Task Lub Rooj Ua Haujlwm Ntau Yam ua tau raws li cov kev xav tau zoo kawg, kov cov kev xav, ntxias cov kev xav thiab txhawb kev xav paub.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Task's uniqueness lies in its aesthetic quality and compact size without compromising on the features used in today's world. If you do not have a separate office, it can be placed anywhere in your home. You still want an organized, clean workspace. Everything is concealed when not in use and designed for comfort and ease of use. “The desk includes a light that illuminates the countertop without glare, integrated Wi-Fi speakers that are Alexa-enabled, concealed wire management behind the sliding door, charging under-mounts for phones and tablets, a mailbox for miscellaneous items, and a modular plant system on the top shelf according to standard sizes available at all box retailers. The desk has a soft-to-the-touch stain-free vinyl cover. This drawer is organized with movable trays to accommodate a variety of utensils."
Dimensions & Packaging: The desk dimensions are W 1118 mm X H 762 mm X D 710 mm, the desk consists of seven parts as follows: One top tier triangular shape with prewired plug, two legs, a crossbar, and two side panels. The whole desk is flat packed and shipped anywhere with assembly instructions included to be easily assembled in the customers place.
Tags: Smart desk, workspace, writing desk, secretary desk, compact desk, compact workstation. work space
Production Technology: The desk is crafted from sturdy materials that form a durable product. Its legs, mailbox, and wishbone crossbar, constructed from beautiful solid walnut-stained wood, provide solid support. The countertop is completed with a writer's block special vinyl, providing a gentle texture and protecting against ink stains. Lastly, a triangular top tier, made from 1/16" perforated sheet metal, encloses hidden integrated speakers.
Design Challenge: Developing this product presented an enormous challenge, as it involved multiple disciplines, from metalworking and electrical engineering to illumination. Bringing this concept to fruition demanded collaboration between a variety of manufacturers and stakeholders.
Research: My initial research on user experience laid the foundation for me to study similar challenges being tackled by competitors in the industry and evaluate their solutions. To further deepen my understanding, I read several pieces of literature related to ergonomics and current technology, as well as explore components that have been designed to solve comparable issues.
Inspiration: The project's genesis was my desire to create a personal workspace that is clutter-free integrating all my tools. During a significant shift in our time, many people find themselves working out of their homes, so the need to be comfortable and organized while conserving space is more important than ever. Furthermore, the object should blend seamlessly into the aesthetics of your current surroundings. I was inspired by mid-century design and organic quality but with a contemporary feel.
Project Duration: This project began in January 2021, spanning two years of designing, from preliminary concept sketches to computer-generated drawings to 3D models, to eventually constructing multiple variations of the prototype before finally completing the desired version.
Operation Flow: Utilizing the desk allows for a seamless and convenient workflow as all of the necessary technological tools are always accessible. A wave of the hand is all it takes to turn on the light, and charging a phone or tablet is just as easy with an undermount charger . Moreover, the desk features Wi-Fi and Alexa-enabled speakers, making it simple to use voice commands or a smartphone to play music. To add a personal touch, the desk's top has specifically designed modules that house a standard size plants or a picture frame.
Patents: Alexander Flikshteyn provisional design patent