I'm with lunchbox on this...
I'm with lunchbox on this one. Inasmuch as it involves electricity, it may be a "modern" object (as opposed to a oil burning lantern).
That said, from a design perspective, it is not modern. As "modern" is arguably a definable term, it is not really a matter of opinion. One could argue an interpretation of the definition.....but its going to be tough to fit that rococo-esque swirl into a modern box no matter how hard you try.
I would have to agree. Whethe...
I would have to agree. Whether someone likes it or not, yes, is an opinion. Whether or not it is modern? Not really an opinion. It is clearly not. Not by any definition that I have seen or read regarding modern as a movement or style. It's one thing to let an object be what it is, it's quite another to overcompensate for it.
Bravo, whitespike,
Well said. It is an overly decorative solution, not in line with Modernism at all. It may be 'contemporary, since it's not antique, but it sure isn't Modern!
I keep thinking of SDR's and DCW's solutions, though....all those colorful linear tracks about the room would be kind of like the deck markings on Star Trek! Funky!
Hmm
I couldn't figure out what that scrolly thing even did, so i looked it up. I thought that the problem was dangling cords and chunky transformer plug things. The scrolly thing doesn't address any of that, whether it's modern or not (I'm with the nots). In fact, the messy cord and the plug take away from the curlicue beauty of the thing, so what's the point?
Also, hard to clean around on the floor. Not very functional.
still an opinion
It is a modern design object period! At the end of the day "arm chair experts" are just that. The definations of a modern design are subjective. As far as difficult to clean around, perhaps a better staff (housekeeping) in one's home is the answer to that problem.
"arm chair experts"
Really? Did you just say that?
I certainly don't have a staff. And even if I did, I would still not buy something that would only make their job harder. Remember the golden rule?
Ark, if I may ask, what is it that makes this object modern in your opinion? I mean, I know what doesn't make it modern, but I would like to be enlightened. I am actually curious. I am not being snarky here (I know it is hard to tell with type).
Well, if modern design is...
Well, if modern design is subjective, then hell, I declare this a modern design locomotion device. Also, I suspect many of the "armchair experts" here also are experts in side chairs, stools and sofas. Lastly, if modern design is a subjective term, how can you definitively claim the electroswirly is modern design....if the "armchair (stool and sofa) experts say it is not?
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I rather like it. Simple, flexible. And much easier to move around
than a floor lamp. I like the idea more than the actual shape or
design. The cords still need to plug into it. It is 'that cord' that is my
issue.
Accepting all that cord gack is just bull.
Outlets and cords are an eyesore.
Mine are hidden with various attempts. Some successes.
wireless printers, phones, laptops, tv remotes. Outlets at work are in the
floor...
Fortunately the original owners of our home did not like floor lamps
at all and put outlets on the top of our beams.
To answer Olive's question this is one of our solutions. A simple sleeve
painted the wall color.
2nd photo is just resting and not attached yet.
3rd just shows the back and profile. (It was raining so light was limited.)
Bravo, Ark, once again...
You are truly great entertainment. And I promise you it's not getting old, to anyone. I mean, how could it? It's such a great routine...
1. Ark enters thread and makes a silly, unfounded statement pertaining to an item in his/her home.
2. DAer immediately refutes statement.
3. Ark gets his/her panties in a wad and begins insulting people because he/she feels ignorant and/or is offended at someone disagreeing with and/or disliking something in his/her home.
Whole thread goes to shit.
BRILLIANT!
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