DESIGNTIDE TOKYO

RelaxSync Collection

In modern life, while we have easy access to a vast array of video and music content, the act of searching for what we want to watch can sometimes detract from the overall experience. User interfaces that require us to use smartphones or remotes, often resulting in a forward-leaning posture, increase cognitive load and move us away from the relaxed and enjoyable content consumption experience.

This exhibition introduces two new home electronics products designed to enhance content enjoyment in a more natural and relaxed state:

20-Faceted Smart Remote Control: This innovative remote allows you to switch channels or tracks simply by rolling or rotating it, requiring minimal motion. This intuitive and sensory interaction enables content selection without the need to focus on a screen, allowing you to relax in a comfortable position, such as reclining on a sofa.

Directional Speaker: Designed to follow a single user, this speaker uses facial recognition technology to track the user’s face and deliver sound directly to them. By employing directional acoustic technology, it ensures that sound is not projected to others around, providing a new approach that respects individual listening experiences while minimizing disturbance.

Through this exhibition, we explore the potential of next-generation home electronics that simultaneously achieve relaxation and immersive experiences.

Kunihiko Nakata

Kunihiko Nakata, born in Hyogo Prefecture in 1985, is an industrial designer based in Tokyo. In 2017, he founded his own design studio, NAKATA KUNIHIKO DESIGN, where he designs a wide range of products, from home appliances to stationery and everyday goods. His work focuses on creating industrial designs that combine functionality and beauty in mass-produced products, all while pursuing the goal of providing users with a richer living environment.

https://nakata.co/
EXHIBITION / AWARD
  • 2020: JIDA Design Museum / Selection, Tokyo, Japan
  • 2018 KOKUYO DESIGN AWARD / Merit Award, Tokyo, Japan