STACK STOOL
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As of: February 9th, 2009 - 11:13am
Date Added: January 24th, 2009
Balance can be achieved in a variety of ways. The Stack Stool is balanced in both form and function. The form is simple, symmetrical, and visually balanced. The simplicity of design creates endless uses. It is suitable for schools and daycares and can serve as extra storage for toys when stacked. It is useful to businesses, malls, and even outdoor spaces. When stacked the design becomes a sculpture instead of unsightly. The stool is also a balance of negative and positive space. Even though the stool itself is thin the space that it contains gives it a greater weight.

The inspiration for the design came from the idea of creating an object that was simple and maximized use of materials. The shape of the stool creates little to no waste during production and is a simple rectangle thermoformed into a stool. The shelf created underneath the seat creates a place for temporary storage of everyday items the user may have with them, such as a coat or purse.

Comments

Feb 01 2009 | 01:06 pm
Gradma says:
These stools would work good in a sewing shop with limited space
Feb 01 2009 | 11:33 am
Alex B says:
Awesome! I love the idea!
Jan 31 2009 | 02:41 pm
Shelly says:
Great idea! I like that you can use them for seating and storage. They also look great when you aren't using them.
Jan 31 2009 | 12:54 pm
Laura says:
Very cool!
Jan 31 2009 | 10:41 am
Megan says:
If you don't win I hope you figure out someone to finance this because I want some in my new apartment!
Jan 30 2009 | 07:54 pm
Erin says:
This is so cool! I would totally buy it.
Jan 30 2009 | 06:32 pm
Carly B says:
Love it! Functional and stylish!
Jan 30 2009 | 05:51 pm
Kayla says:
This is a really neat idea. Every room can always use more seating and storage--stack stool is perfect!!
Jan 30 2009 | 05:19 pm
Emily says:
I would love to have had these for my tiny dorm room that has no storage or seating! Awesome idea!
Jan 30 2009 | 05:10 pm
Allie says:
How creative! Definitely a winning design here!
Jan 30 2009 | 04:51 pm
Heidi says:
Looks cute and functional! I REALLY Like it!!
Jan 30 2009 | 04:23 pm
kate Dickey says:
Its an awesome idea!
Jan 30 2009 | 04:08 pm
Sam says:
Awesome!
Jan 30 2009 | 03:42 pm
Diane R says:
Good idea!
Jan 30 2009 | 03:17 pm
Cheryl K. says:
Great idea! Good Luck!
Jan 30 2009 | 02:42 pm
Sara F. says:
Good Luck!
Jan 30 2009 | 11:19 am
Allison says:
Good luck!
Jan 30 2009 | 10:04 am
Jen M. says:
Looks great!
Jan 30 2009 | 09:51 am
Michele Oberheu says:
Great job Rachel. I love the idea of them being stackable. Good luck!!!
Jan 30 2009 | 08:55 am
Pam says:
Way to go, Rachel! What an awesome design! I'd love these at home for extra seating and storage, and I'm very anxious to see these in schools and libraries for a truly fun and functional reading center!
Jan 30 2009 | 08:48 am
Jenn says:
Nice, useful, and great shape!
Jan 30 2009 | 08:44 am
Jen Lewis says:
This is a great design. I can imagine many uses!
Jan 30 2009 | 08:08 am
Shawna says:
I love the children's size. This would be so fun in the playroom!
Jan 30 2009 | 08:04 am
Stacia says:
I like the colors. It is also great that you can stack things under it. A pop on back would be nice for me. I like to lean back. Great invention!!
Jan 30 2009 | 07:48 am
Marcia hunt says:
Very versatile! Good idea for people of all ages and sizes. Good job Rachel:)
Jan 29 2009 | 08:53 pm
Roberta says:
Nice job, Rachel!
Jan 29 2009 | 07:43 pm
David T says:
This one is nice as well. Space is always and issue. I like the idea of stacking the pieces upward. What would be cool if the seat was designed to stack up vertically forming shelves, and a seat. It has balance vertically, but not that much function. I would tweak it slightly, but you get my vote.
Jan 29 2009 | 01:48 pm
T. Lankow says:
I think this is an example of a design that should be in the top 5 but for some reason has not received the votes.
Jan 29 2009 | 01:39 pm
E. Vierow says:
All teens will have to have several
Jan 29 2009 | 01:36 pm
g. eick says:
Very intriging
Jan 28 2009 | 09:16 pm
Jason Hazinski says:
NC state represent
Jan 27 2009 | 08:21 am
mary burrack says:
THIS LOOKS LIKE A GREAT IDEA. THE YOUNG PEOPLE WILL LOVE THE TRENDYNESS OF IT!!
Jan 26 2009 | 10:12 pm
Bert says:
your the best
Jan 26 2009 | 09:43 pm
Ray Bessler says:
This is very unique ,you will have no problem finding someone to buy these , you have a WINNER .
Jan 26 2009 | 08:58 pm
Beth says:
Love it! Functional, versatile, appealing visually and multiple uses. Makes it cost effective.
Jan 26 2009 | 08:14 pm
LouAnn says:
Wow! I'm impressed! Good job!
Jan 26 2009 | 03:52 pm
J.P. Bucksworth says:
This product could single handedly bring the United States out of this recession!
Jan 26 2009 | 03:37 pm
Kathy Long says:
Very cool, many uses, fun colors and very creative.
Jan 26 2009 | 03:12 pm
terri makinster says:
i love it!!!!!! it is very trendy and fun!!!!
Jan 26 2009 | 03:09 pm
Harry Watt says:
Creating products with little waste should be of primary concern in the design of everything we make. Good job!
Jan 26 2009 | 01:22 pm
Jim Doolittle says:
I'm impressed with how simple yet fuctional it looks.
Jan 26 2009 | 01:13 pm
Sara Goranson says:
I love it! I would totally use these for a ton of things... so when are you going to get hired by Ikea?
Jan 26 2009 | 12:59 pm
grandpa says:
I see many uses for these stools in a woodturning shop. Small tools such as bowl sanders,cordless drills,sand paper,wax,small wood blanks for making pens. The list could be very long. They would look and be used in my shop. Keep up the good work.
Jan 26 2009 | 10:16 am
Kim Boyd says:
WINNER! As an athletic parent, hauling these to children's sporting events for spectating would be great. Low maintenance, easy to clean. Use it in your garden, for Wii gatherings, outdoor fireplace parties. I could even see these around wading pools for parents to keep an eye on children yet be in the water. Put them in your mud room for boot removal, etc. I see great things in your future....keep up the good work!
Jan 26 2009 | 09:29 am
Dan Weymann says:
Very Cool!
Jan 26 2009 | 09:01 am
Ashley says:
This would be great for spaces that need to be quickly and easily converted, such as a school lunch room. Students would have a place to put their belongings to keep the out of aisles, but the stools would be able to be stacked quickly and efficiently for clean up afterwards, or if the space needed to be cleared of tables and chairs
Jan 26 2009 | 06:46 am
Justin Olson says:
Looks easy to throw in the back of a truck on the way to the tailgate...i'll take 20.
Jan 26 2009 | 12:28 am
Sara says:
I like that there is a place for my purse! Plus the stacking might make good storage while not in use.
Jan 25 2009 | 11:57 pm
Yuki says:
i like the storage possibilities when several are stacked, just a little weary that if leaned on or not set right the whole thing is easily tipped. nice and thoughtful project though
Jan 25 2009 | 09:23 pm
Nate says:
The material used for construction could easily consist of a variety of polymers and even utilize engineered wood such as varieties of medium density fiberboard and/or high density coated veneer products that can exhibit an aesthetically pleasing end product including any hardwood species commerically available. good job
Jan 25 2009 | 08:17 pm
Roberta Boyd says:
What a unique idea. These stools would be great for those of us who need extra space in a trailer .
Jan 25 2009 | 08:10 pm
Pam Reicher says:
Great job! I love the versatility and your marketing range is so broad. Keep us posted.
Jan 25 2009 | 07:16 pm
spoon says:
Rachel! You did it! Like I said, great idea. I think its the most versatile in the competition.
Jan 25 2009 | 06:08 pm
Bob says:
Cool. They look economical. They would be great for school play rooms, airports, bus sations, or any waiting room where low cost,short term seating is needed. Do you have a cost estimate?
Jan 25 2009 | 05:58 pm
Charity Richardson says:
Very impressive Rachel. The possibilities for this stool are endless!
Jan 25 2009 | 05:35 pm
Kandi Allison says:
You are very creative Rachel! You have my vote!
Jan 25 2009 | 04:44 pm
patrick says:
pwnage. very nice result! I really like it in the ?eden? colors, very feng shui.
Jan 25 2009 | 04:16 pm
Heather Jensen says:
Excellent work! And I have to give a thumbs up on the design of your "brochure" - and you didn't even call me to get some hints and tips - impressive! :)
Jan 25 2009 | 12:15 am
Connie Ripley says:
I love the idea of a shelf under the seat! It looks awesome stacked, too.
Jan 25 2009 | 12:00 am
Angie Nelson says:
I love your design. Very simple, but yet thoughtful
Jan 24 2009 | 10:59 pm
Paula Wilson says:
What a beautiful, sleek design with so many possiblities for use! Nice work!
Jan 24 2009 | 06:03 pm
Laura Backous says:
Great Job rachel, i would have to buy like 10 if and when the come out. let me know