Hasta La Ideas

We were able to chat with Lars Amhoff of the German-based Kinkyform, which has been collaborating with artists
to produce furniture and objects that meld art with a functional
purpose or “Usable Art.”

In Amhoff’s latest creation, the Neo Gramophone, he updates a familiar
form with iTunes digital streaming and a high-end subwoofer and
speakers. Unlike the original gramophones comprised of a player
and a separate speaker horn, the sculpture grows out of the base like
a polygonal shaped plant. The singular organic form feels futuristic
and hides touch-sensitive player controls which appear on contact.
Audio experts were brought in to ensure a clean and perfect sound.
Overall, Amhoff has created something beautiful, useful, and
desirable.

Kinkyform is currently searching for a company to bring the product to
market and balance the quality of the materials and audio components
with a non-luxury price point.

View more photos of the Neo Gramophone here.