RATTAPTIQUE

Jan. 2021 — May. 2021

School Project — Theme : Home Decor
A rattan piece offering flexible display—standing, flat, or wall-mounted—with sustainable simplicity.

Under the condition set, this project features a versatile home décor piece made entirely from single sustainable material.

The product can stand or lie flat and be mounted or hung on the wall, both vertically and horizontally, combining functionality with a natural, elegant aesthetic.

PROBLEM DEFINITION | NEEDS RESEARCH

during covid quarantine …

Persona

Jane, 34

UX Designer, Remote worker

"Sometimes I forget how to relax, even when I’m done with work. It’s like I never left the office."

Background

lives alone in a small apartment in Seoul. Since the pandemic, she’s been working remotely full-time. Her home has become her office, gym, café, and relaxation space—all in one.

Goals

Separate work and relaxation within the same space

Stay mentally refreshed and focused
Maintain a balanced, healthy lifestyle while working from home

Pain Points

Feeling stuck in a repetitive and visually unchanging environment

Difficulty shifting from "work mode" to "rest mode"
Lack of physical and emotional boundaries in her living space

Needs

A flexible, visually refreshing space layout

Design elements that help define work and rest zones
Subtle changes in environment to reset her mood

SUSTAINABLE MATERIAL OPTION

CORK

Naturally insulating, moisture-resistant, and temperature-stable — ideal for clean, minimal designs that require durability.

RATTAN

Lightweight, flexible, and organic in texture — perfect for intricate furniture and craftwork, though requires treatment for outdoor or long-term use.

Rattan has the strength to weave connections,

thriving in lush forests and binding nature's elements into timeless forms of beauty.

Fast Growth [5-7 yrs]
Low Impact Harvesting
Biodegradability
Carbon Sequestration

Lightweight yet strong and durable.
Flexible and can be bent into various shapes.
Natural, warm, and earthy appearance.
Thermal Properties: Insulating properties, making it suitable for furniture and décor.