tokyo-based studio AATISMO developed a package opener OOPARTS-001 with seiwa—a manufacturer specialized in precision metal cutting. the product is carved out of an aluminum cylinder and the surface is covered with marks made by cutting machines. this gives the product a remarkable appearance inspired by ancient stone tools in addition to the edge for opening packages.

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all images courtesy of studio AATISMO
the surface of the product is covered with the marks made by cutting machines

 

 

the product by studio AATISMO is aimed at turning the task of unpacking cardboard boxes into a pleasant and aesthetic experience especially when online shopping is on the rise. the surface of the product is covered with the marks made by cutting machines. the marks bring tactile warmth to the cold aluminum surface and give it a remarkable appearance and the edge for opening packages.

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unpacking a cardboard box

 

 

OOPARTS-001’s main feature is that it can be displayed as a decorative object on a desk or a cabinet. when needed, it can be quickly picked up and used for unboxing. when the members of AATISMO first visited the manufacturer’s factory, they found the beauty of the marks left on an aluminum block by cutting machines. they decided to take these marks as a key element of the product and algorithmically designed the paths along which the cutting tool moves.

 

 

OOPARTS-001 from daiki nakamori

 

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smooth and looks good

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the cutting tool moves along the paths which were algorithmically designed

 

 

 

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can be displayed on a shelf as a decorative object
can be displayed on a shelf as a decorative object
the surface is made from marks made from cutting machines
the surface is made from marks made from cutting machines

project info:

 

name: OOPARTS-001
designer: AATISMO

 

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edited by: yasmina karam | designboom