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Object of Sound by NOCC

Paris based design studio NOCC have produced a range of objects whose forms are generated according to the shape of sound waves recorded when their names are pronounced.

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The collection, named Object of Sound, includes a candle holder, lampshade, and vase.

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The profile of the soundwave recorded for each product is rotated into a 3D form, unique to the tone and volume of voice recorded.

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This form is then made using rapid-manufacturing, meaning that each product could be unique and dictated by the voice of it's owner.

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Watch a movie about the project here.

Here is some more text from NOCC:

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OBJECT OF SOUND  by NOCC

Paris-based studio NOCC's Object of Sound is a collection of objects consisting of a candle holder, a lampshade, and a vase.  Each item takes its form from the graphic produced by a person's voice pronouncing the name of the object.

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The profile of the sound is shaped into a 3D form and becomes an object. By giving volume to the sound wave, the form becomes a piece that is used according to the word pronounced.  A candle holder profile becomes a candle holder, a vase profile becomes a vase and a light profile becomes a light.

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Provided are examples of objects created from NOCC's voices, but the underlying concept of Object of Sound is that each unique voice creates a unique and personal shape.

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Object of Sound pieces are produced using rapid manufacturing technology. Thanks to this technology, every object can be produced individually.  NOCC's Object of Sound will be available at a forthcoming on-line store, Self-Studio.com

Dimensions :

Candleholder: 275 x 92 mm
Vase: 154 x 228 mm
Light: 320  x 250 mm

Technology and Material :

Candleholder: SLS polyamide with black soft touch finish
Vase: SLS polyamide
Light: SLS polyamide