Phan Thao Dang

Nest Wifi is the second generation connectivity solution consisting of a Router and Points which help create the whole-home mesh network. Each Wifi Point has a smart speaker built in and employs a unique underglow lighting. Rather than being stowed away in cabinets and behind shelves, the system is designed to be placed out in the open and blend into the home with a compact form, soft curves and three different colors to extend placement options.

Available on Google Store
ID co-lead with Willy Carteau
Under direction of Isabelle Olsson & Katie Morgenroth
Context shots by Parteek Saran
Detail shots by Google
Renders by Kühl & Hahn

Nest Wifi — 2019

In reference to John Chamberlain's Foam Sculptures (1966 - 70), the Foamsofa is made entirely from high-density polyurethane foam. The foam density and tension ensured by the braided, high-strength Kevlar cord allow for structure and controlled volumes giving the sofa graphical and sculptural qualities.

One-off
High density PU foam, Kevlar cord

Foamsofa — 2019

In the spirit of bricolage, the Amazon Prime Low Chair is constructed from various materials. These off-the-shelf materials are mass-produced, readily available online to ship and deliver to your door and assembled into a final, functional piece. All objects were selected, organized and purchased exclusively on Amazon Prime. The parts were then modified to fulfill a specific function in the assembly.

Open edition
Materials: Various
All items available on amazon.com

Amazon Shopping List:

— Cool Vent Cushion Mesh Black Lumber Support, Black (link)
— 80/20 Inc., 1575, 15 Series, 1.5" x .75" T-Slotted Extrusion x 48" (link)

— Rosavida 16 inch Waterproof Round Stool Cover Faux Leather Anti-slip, White (link)
— 1/2" Thick Plywood Circles 14 Inch (link)
— Carlisle Bronco Round Waste Container Only, 10 Gallon, White (link)
— 25 Feet - 5/16" ID 7/16" OD Clear Vinyl Tubing FDA Approved (link)

Amazon Prime — 2018

Unlike other moulded plastic furniture, the Pipe Collection explores the handcrafted production of a stool and bench by transforming single sewage pipes into functional pieces of furniture. To optimize the use of material, the bench and stool are each constructed from a single 15ft and 10ft long ABS pipe, respectively.

Stool and bench
One-off
ABS piping, 2-part plastic welding compound
Shortlisted in the furniture category, Dezeen Awards 2018.
Photo: Kai Wai Wong

Pipe Collection — 2018

The three-plane construction is based on computer graphic simulations of explosions creating the illusion of momentum. The sculptural light is made from three pieces of transmissive acrylic that slot together without requiring glue, and uses a flat panel LED matrix as the light source.

In collaboration with Julian Mayor.
Refractive acrylic, 32 LED matrix
Dimensions: 500 x 150 x 300mm

Intersect Light — 2012

The second generation Daydream View offers a wider field of view, improved comfort with a redesigned facepad and a new heat sink in the front door. By removing plastic parts, the construction has been simplified to maximize the fabric appeal. A custom designed two-tone textile knit gives the headset a controlled depth and is available in three colors.

Available on Google Store

ID Lead: Phan Thao Dang

Team: Hannes Harms & Florencia Martinez

Photo: Ben Pogue & Google

Daydream View - 2017

Acrylic planes are held in place by custom designed Suction Cup Lifters at both ends which are usually used for lifting and moving glass in construction, pulling dents, and handling sheet metal and plane surface materials. To create a vacuum which reliably seals the cups tightly to the surface, high-strength vacuum pads made of flexible synthetic materials are being utilized.

Coffee & Side Table
One-off
Polished chrome tubing, chemcast acrylic

Photo: Kai Wai Wong

Suction Experiment — 2017

Daydream View is a headset and intuitive motion controller for experiencing Virtual Reality powered by a Daydream-ready phone. Inspired by softgoods, Daydream View is unintimidating, lightweight and easy to use. The durable headset is made from multiple layers of soft, breathable fabric and foam, moving away from hard plastic VR devices of the past. With its unique construction method the headset keeps weight and the amount of plastic parts to a minimum.

Production: 2016 - 2017

Google AR & VR
Team: Michael Oh & Albert Lee
Under direction of Mike & Maaike
Photo: Kai Wai Wong

Daydream View — 2016

A conceptual side project developed to explore telecommunication in the home for the very near future.

Remains confidential

Confidential — 2017

Originally intended for showroom spaces, the Wall Hanger is manufactured by cutting and bending 3mm thick steel sheet. Sculptural yet pragmatic, it functions as both a coat hanger and hook. The garments on display appear to be floating on the wall.

Prototype
Steel sheet, black powder coated & polished brass
Dimensions (flat): 406 x 140 x 3mm

Wall Hanger — 2012

Rest your phone or tablet on top of the square and charge cordlessly from your desktop, counter, or nightstand - the charger’s back secures to any surface. The internal magnets hold your Nexus phone or tablet firmly in place.

Production: 2013—
PC-ABS, PCB, Magnets (N52), gorilla glass, gecko foot, ferrite, induction coil
Designed at Google with Vincent Claudepierre under direction of Maaike Evers.

Nexus — 2013

Upgrade is a lego-like, modular hard drive solution which can be easily combined and upgraded. The method of daisy-chain arraying individual USB sticks allows for easy sharing and storing digital data.

Prototype
ABS, PCB, TPE, LED's, magnets

Upgrade — 2009