How do you feel about multitasking?
I’ll be honest, when it comes to fragmenting my time and spreading myself thin, I’m not a fan. On the other hand, if we’re talking about objects, that’s when I can get on board with multitasking. What’s better than buying or making something once, and having it perform multiple functions?
And one type of multitasking objects that’s quite popular in the design world is the modular concept.
Take, for example, the Ujo container sold by Dedal, a design studio based in Portugal.
Ujo’s modular character makes it easy to use in several different ways. Because Ujo is made out of a ceramic base, a lid and two middle modules, you can mix and match. Let’s start with using it as a vase, either for a bouquet of long-stemmed flowers – with all four components in place – or a more delicate bunch of spring floral arrangements – by removing one of the middle modules.
Then let’s imagine it as a flower planter, and you’ll see it gets even better. You start off with a little plant pup in the small container and, as your plant grows and thrives, all you have to do is add another module to lengthen the flower pot.
And if you’re keen on getting creative with its uses, it would make an excellent propagation station due to the orifice in the lid that can allow plant roots to dangle in water.
The entire line of items by Dedal is sustainably-produced in Portugal with a commitment towards preserving artisan skills and supporting local small businesses. And that’s something socially conscious houseplant lovers can get behind.
All images via Dedal Studio.
