scott jarvie designs space saving storage/shelving system for lakeland

scott jarvie designs space saving storage/shelving system for lakeland
all images courtesy of scott jarvie 

built specifically for installation in spaces not conducive for traditional shelving, the ‘mini shelf’ is a modular space saving storage system by scott jarvie. the shelf, created for lakeland, features a variable density hexagonal reinforcement system. to integrate folding legs, it was necessary to develop a bracing method to equalize loads across the entire surface. jarvie found his answer in nature by observing various cellular structures. cell density varies in accordance with structural requirements, a similar technique as used in ‘mini shelf’.

legs in fully open position 

also created for lakeland by jarvie, is the ‘corner handle’ storage container. the hand-held unit features a structurally robust off-center handle. the simple change in placement — traditionally it’s directly in the center — maximizes usable storage space. a recessed lid can be fitted on the container, on top of which additional ‘corner handle’ units can be stacked. the products are designed to work together seamlessly, and can be assembled on location without the use of tools. 

the lakeland logo is seamlessly integrated into the top surface 

unit with legs stored

 
finite element analysis illustrates how the hexagonal bracing pattern evenly spreads loads across the entire surface

‘corner handle’ storage container 

the design features an easy reach ergonomically contoured handle 

lid design with recess for stacking 

stacked

handle detail

diagram illustrating the space saved in comparison to existing storage tubs with easy reach handles

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