Spotted! Plaestique

by Michele, 3 Jun 2008

THE DESIGN

Chai Jun Yea used his experience in architecture and his understanding of ergonomics and Modern Asian aesthetics to develop a range of timeless acrylic products. LINE (above) is a horizontal plateau over your lap and can be used as a laptop tray on one side and a breakfast tray on the other side.

Also in the range, LINE2 , a stylish docking station for your laptop that can also be used as an elegant serving tray, and SINE, the equivalent of a table on a couch or bed.

THE DESIGNER

Architect Chai Jun Yea is a Partner in an architectural firm specialised in green architecture. He finds his passion in creating all things simple, innovative, intuitive and beautiful. “I am always inventing, designing and creating new products that benefit the general public.”

Spotted! is a digest of fly work by fresh off creatives.

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