The product-design company is inspired by international influences and the local essences of Thailand itself. Propagandist, for example, utilizes basic and aerodynamic modernist forms based on plastic and inspired by the 20th century Italian industrial architect Achille Castiglioni – a minimalist creator of everyday things who used simple materials to create his products.
For other sources of creative inspiration, the company relies on Thai culture and its sense of playfulness and humor and the collusion in Thailand between tradition and modernity. Thai Buddhist appreciation for the sensual, ephemeral and surface beauty of things, for instance, is ever present in Propagandist products such as the “Melting Bulb” – a surreal lighting device in a blob-shape of molten glass.
The youthful and ultra-modern Thai capital, Bangkok, with over-crowded, neon-light-covered bars, malls, and myriad sounds and aromas is a well of inspiration for the company. The capital is also beautiful, with tranquil seas and ornate ancient temples and other serene locations. This humorous and rather dissonant juxtaposition challenges preconceptions of rhyme and reason and has been a mainstay of inspiration for the company’s designers.
Propagandist also draws inspiration from the fact of the company “being Thai”. According to a company spokesman, being Thai involves having a playful sense of humor, a keen appreciation for simplicity, and a laid-back approach to life. These Thai qualities are frequently seen in the company’s products such as the AP-Peel Fruit Bowl and Knife combination. The idea for this two-in-one household device occurred to the designer while sitting at home, watching a movie on TV. Because he was frustrated by having to leave the room in order to get fruit, a knife and a bowl while watching a film, the designer decided to combine the knife-holder and fruit bowl into a simple, beautiful, time-saving device that can sit at arm’s length.
The “Tooth Tooth-Brush Holder” product, moreover, is one of Propaganda’s most well-known creations. The enlarged tooth holder was created when one of the company’s designers lost his own molar tooth and, being impressed with its shape, decided to design a toothbrush-holder based on the natural shape of molar teeth. With large holes at the top (to insert a tooth-brush) and smaller ones at the bottom (to drain away excess water), the holder is a simple yet inspired reminder for customers to put away their toothbrush after using. The idea behind the toothbrush holder has inspired a tooth-themed brand of products for the company including tooth-shaped designs such as toothpick holders, seats and lamps.
From the milieu of incongruous and even humorous interrelations in Thailand, Propagandist has been able to create and manufacture a plethora of playful and even provocative yet practical products. “We are a Thai company, and we often present the Thai character in our work,” said Chaiyut Plypetch, one of the company’s chief designers. “We like to party. We like to smile and joke. We have a cheeky sense of humor”, he added.
The product-design company is inspired by international influences and the local essences of Thailand itself. Propagandist, for example, utilizes basic and aerodynamic modernist forms based on plastic and inspired by the 20th century Italian industrial architect Achille Castiglioni – a minimalist creator of everyday things who used simple materials to create his products.For other sources of creative inspiration, the company relies on Thai culture and its sense of playfulness and humor and the collusion in Thailand between tradition and modernity. Thai Buddhist appreciation for the sensual, ephemeral and surface beauty of things, for instance, is ever present in Propagandist products such as the “Melting Bulb” – a surreal lighting device in a blob-shape of molten glass. The youthful and ultra-modern Thai capital, Bangkok, with over-crowded, neon-light-covered bars, malls, and myriad sounds and aromas is a well of inspiration for the company. The capital is also beautiful, with tranquil seas and ornate ancient temples and other serene locations. This humorous and rather dissonant juxtaposition challenges preconceptions of rhyme and reason and has been a mainstay of inspiration for the company’s designers.Propagandist also draws inspiration from the fact of the company “being Thai”. According to a company spokesman, being Thai involves having a playful sense of humor, a keen appreciation for simplicity, and a laid-back approach to life. These Thai qualities are frequently seen in the company’s products such as the AP-Peel Fruit Bowl and Knife combination. The idea for this two-in-one household device occurred to the designer while sitting at home, watching a movie on TV. Because he was frustrated by having to leave the room in order to get fruit, a knife and a bowl while watching a film, the designer decided to combine the knife-holder and fruit bowl into a simple, beautiful, time-saving device that can sit at arm’s length.The “Tooth Tooth-Brush Holder” product, moreover, is one of Propaganda’s most well-known creations. The enlarged tooth holder was created when one of the company’s designers lost his own molar tooth and, being impressed with its shape, decided to design a toothbrush-holder based on the natural shape of molar teeth. With large holes at the top (to insert a tooth-brush) and smaller ones at the bottom (to drain away excess water), the holder is a simple yet inspired reminder for customers to put away their toothbrush after using. The idea behind the toothbrush holder has inspired a tooth-themed brand of products for the company including tooth-shaped designs such as toothpick holders, seats and lamps.From the milieu of incongruous and even humorous interrelations in Thailand, Propagandist has been able to create and manufacture a plethora of playful and even provocative yet practical products. “We are a Thai company, and we often present the Thai character in our work,” said Chaiyut Plypetch, one of the company’s chief designers. “We like to party. We like to smile and joke. We have a cheeky sense of humor”, he added.
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