swigga bed

swigga bed by s joshua brincko from usa

designer's own words:

With utmost regard to functionality and mobility, the Swigga Bed offers the versatility needed by the nomadic lifestyles that are frequently occurring in our busy society. Because teenagers are often limited to a small bedroom at home or a smaller dormitory during the transition to college, efficient use of space and a multiplicity of functions is the most important aspect of teenage furniture. All of these designed functions interpreted with a Swigga degree of aesthetic flare give teenagers a bedroom set they can personalize to their specific needs and feel comfortable using.
The furniture consists of the double bed and two Versatile Storage Units that are built with a lightweight, aluminum frame, translucent fiberglass shear panels, and semi-gloss birch veneer surfaces. The bed and storage units work in harmony to create flexible, space-saving furniture arrangements. Both storage units are easily moveable with their low-friction caster wheels, and they slide easily under the bed in a multitude of configurations. Each storage unit is large enough to contain approximately eight cubic feet of clothing, seasonal storage, or any other articles that need to be stored. This organizational method eliminates the need for dressers in some applications. In addition to their storage capacities, these Versatile Storage Units also serve as seating. The birch veneer lids hinge from the center of the unit and lock in an upright position. One half of the lid acts as a seat while the other half is a backrest. One storage unit may be used as a chair for one person, or the combination of two units act as a love seat. The provided seat cushions allow the two storage units to be secured together, and the caster wheels allow the seats to be easily moved throughout a room. If only one seat is needed, the other unit may simply be used as a coffee table, or it may be slid under the bed for easy storage. If the unit is slid partially under the bed, the remaining portion serves as a night stand. There are a plethora of possibilities in which these units can be utilized. To prevent the lids from slamming shut, Häfele resistance pistons are installed to allow the lids to be slowly and safely closed.
The bed may be used with a regular mattress, but with a futon mattress, the Swigga Bed may be used in a variety of ways. Because the surface of the bed is composed of two birch panels, one panel can be propped at an angle to create a back for a couch. Also, in a flat position, the futon mattress may be folded in half to reveal the birch panel which may act as a large work surface. In addition to the versatility of the bed and storage units, the parts are easily transportable. As they exist, the Versatile Storage Units are already packed with the user’s belongings, and they are ready to be moved. The units can be easily rolled up the ramp of a moving van or carried into a car. The bed is also easy to transport. It can be deconstructed in less than fifteen minutes by merely loosening twelve bolts with a standard one-half inch ratchet. The double bed breaks down into eight pieces that can be shipped in an amazingly small package with the dimensions of 1’-0” x 2’-0” x 6’-6”. In less than twenty minutes, this entire, versatile, bedroom set can be taken apart and moved to another location.

Swigga Photograph

bedroom_cow.jpg Swigga Bedroom

living_room_cow.jpg Swigga Living Room