RefineBin
Individual project
2022
The sophisticated Bin | 粋なゴミ箱
The RefineBin was designed with the aim of looking as stylish as possible and being a pleasure to use, unlike many conventional waste garbage cans. With its simple yet striking design, the RefineBin is particularly suitable for companies, offices and indoor areas at airports.
To keep both the bin liners and their contents as invisible as possible, the bin has been designed with an elegant brushed stainless steel lid. The lid is easy to clean and can be lifted effortlessly thanks to the specially shaped corners. This means that the bags (which hold 60 liters) can be replaced quickly and easily.
Sleek design & easy to use
Great importance was attached to user-friendliness in the designing process. After removing the lid, the bin liner can be folded around the corners. To prevent it from slipping, the lid is reattached as a weight. Thanks to the lid, the bag and its contents are largely invisible from the outside. To ensure that the lid can be lifted easily and without touching the dirt, it can be gripped at the lower rounded corners.
Hovering Design, Modularity & Color Variations
The barely visible feet create the effect that the RefineBin appears to float a few centimeters above the floor.
Thanks to the modular design, the side panels, for example, can be removed to personalize it and adapt it to a company's corporate identity. The corners, side panels and base are all made of steel and are powder-coated. They are robust, easy to clean and can be dismantled thanks to the easily accessible screws. This means that each component can be painted as desired. Furthermore, the modular design allows several RefineBins to be assembled together so that waste can be separated cleanly. The different types can be kept apart with labels or by varying the colors.
The Design Process
The first version of the RefineBin ― Wooden prototype
