Taking the humble roller blinds and
adding a simple “twist” to its concept. The appropriately name “Twisty” will
provide a new “spin” on how fabric can be use to alter energy conservation,
geometrical and aesthetical manipulation as well as illumination and
ventilation index in any architectural and interior projects.
Inspired by twisty breadsticks
(which I love to devour!!), flamenco dancer movement and typhoon that flipped
blinds under wind gust in various directions, I started to question why the roller
blind has always been straight and not twisted as a product. With this simple
action the blind itself can alter light and viewpoint customization and also
provide the interior with a new sense of physicality. Utilizing the latest
sustainable energy invention call nano-photovoltaic fabric, microscopic solar
cells are embedded into strands of the woven fabric thus when the roller blind
is in use, it can also absorb solar power to store and supply energy for
alternative functionality. All the fabrics in use are recycled from discarded
cloths and scrap off-cuts and coloring are all sourced from natural vegetation dyes.
Twisty does not have to be limited to singular projects but
can spread and morph into urban scale where its adaptive character, customizable
geometry and coloration can act as solar shading as well as power generation in
any open area and building cladding systems. Twisty can add vibrancy to any
modern city where the monotonous singularity of glass cladding and grey
concrete truly needs a sparkle of fun and color.
A fabric’s unique flexible characteristics initiated the
conception of Twisty and by utilizing 2 more functionality to a simple object,
one can created a far more useful and
interesting architectural product that will enhance any space or area!