Futuristic Ikea robotic furniture debuting in Hong Kong
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Ikea has developed a robotic furniture suite in collaboration with American start-up Ori that is set for roll-out first in Hong Kong.
The Rognan furniture platform includes several items, including a double bed, workstation, wardrobe, media unit, bookshelf and sofa. They are designed with cramped city living spaces in mind, targeting residents of urban micro apartments.
The Rognan unit can transform at different times of the day to fulfil different uses. Furniture owners can reform the platform into a bedroom, walk-in closet or lounge using a touchpad interface.
“We have been working with developing small space living solutions for a long time, and we know that some of the biggest challenges in peoples’ homes are storage and finding the place to do all the activities that you’d want to do in your home,” said Ikea product developer for new innovations Seana Strawn. “This is especially the case in big cities where people have to make compromises in the functions of their homes. We wanted to change that.”
Residents using the Rognan system can free up 8sqm of living space without compromising storage space or comfort.
Pricing for the robotic furniture has yet to be released. It is expected to launch commercially next year in both Hong Kong and Japan before a broader international roll out.
Questions & Answers
Q.What items are included in the Rognan robotic furniture platform?
What items are included in the Rognan robotic furniture platform?
The Rognan platform includes a double bed, workstation, wardrobe, media unit, bookshelf, and a sofa. These items are designed to transform and serve different functions within a small living space, targeting urban micro apartments.
Q.Where will the Rognan robotic furniture be launched first?
Where will the Rognan robotic furniture be launched first?
The Rognan robotic furniture is set for roll-out first in Hong Kong, with commercial launch expected next year. It will then expand to Japan before a broader international release, targeting big cities.
Q.How much living space can residents save by using the Rognan system?
How much living space can residents save by using the Rognan system?
Residents using the Rognan system can free up 8 square metres of living space within their homes. This is achieved without requiring any compromise on existing storage capacity or comfort levels.
Q.How do users control the Rognan furniture platform?
How do users control the Rognan furniture platform?
Users can reform the Rognan platform into different configurations, such as a bedroom or lounge, using a touchpad interface. This allows the furniture to adapt to various needs throughout the day.
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