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The Drop Series by Olivia Decaris

The Drop Series by graduate designer Olivia Decaris is a range of tent-like structures that can be raised and lowered over tables, beds and desks.

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Decaris presents the project at the Royal College of Art show two, which runs until 5 July (closed 3 July).

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Here's some info from Decaris:

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the Drop series

Family of sheltering structures based on domestic activities. They aim to bring intimacy, privacy and concentration.

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the dining structure gathers people around the table thanks to its concentric and rounded shape: it transforms the ritual of dining into a more intimate moment.

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When night comes, the drop enlightens to create a poetic atmosphere. It adapts quite well to public places such as restaurants.

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This working drop is based on ergonomics, according to the space the body needs when working: the result is an oval shape. It is particularly efficient in open spaces, to be encapsulated, cut off from the outside sounds and other disturbances.

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the sleeping Drop is adopting the shape of a standard mattress: it is a cocoon, creating another layer, between the bed and the house’s walls.